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The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast
Birth trauma is the dark and sometimes scary side of pregnancy & postpartum that no one wants to talk about. But, we're here to change that! I'm Kayleigh, a licensed therapist and birth trauma survivor, determined to bring birth trauma out of the shadows and into the light. When we talk about birth trauma, we take away its power and leave space for healing. Your birth trauma does not need to “happen for a reason." Birth trauma sucks and it’s okay to admit that. Join us as we navigate what it means to heal from birth trauma. You’ll hear from experts in the field as well as others who have experienced birth trauma. Storytelling and education are keys to raising awareness and better understanding how we heal trauma. We don’t do toxic positivity in this space, but you’ll definitely hear some dark humor. You’ll laugh and you’ll cry, but, most importantly, you’ll learn that you’re not alone and that healing is possible. Birth trauma is bullish*it, but your healing is not.
The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast
Ep. 177: Q&A: Birth Trauma Anniversaries
In this re-released episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, I’m revisiting one of the most requested and tender topics in our community, birth trauma anniversaries. Whether it’s your child’s first birthday or their fifth, anniversaries of traumatic births can stir up a swirl of emotions: grief, anger, anxiety, guilt, and everything in between.
In this solo Q&A-style episode, I answer your questions about what it means to navigate these layered, complicated days. I talk through why the lead-up to the anniversary can feel harder than the day itself, how to hold space for celebration and sorrow, and how to talk to loved ones who just don’t seem to get it.
Whether you're deep in anticipatory anxiety or wondering how to ask for compassion from a partner who's burned out on your trauma, this episode is for you.
This episode is a gentle reminder: your feelings are valid. You are not selfish. And you are allowed to honor your trauma, even on the day your baby was born.
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Disclaimer - The views and opinions expressed by guests on The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official stance, views, or positions of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast. The content shared is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional or medical advice and/or endorsement.