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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. 186: Small Rebellions in a Broken System
In this episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Kayleigh is joined by Dr. Ono Nseyo, an OB-GYN practicing in the Bay Area, for a deeply honest and inspiring conversation about patient-centered, trauma-informed care and what it means to show up as both a clinician and a human.
Dr. Nseyo shares her journey from growing up as the daughter of Nigerian immigrants to becoming a physician passionate about addressing health disparities and providing care that honors dignity and autonomy. Together, Kayleigh and Dr. Nseyo explore what happens when healthcare providers reject the pressure of rushed, 10-minute appointments and instead prioritize listening, presence, and human connection.
This conversation explores:
- 🌍 How Dr. Nseyo’s upbringing and exposure to racial health disparities shaped her “North Star” in medicine
- đź©ş The realities of OB training and the importance of evolving as a lifelong learner
- ⏱ Why running late can sometimes mean better care, and reframing time as an act of advocacy
- đź’ś The energizing impact of trauma-informed care for both patients and providers
- 🧠Navigating the balance between being a clinician and being human, with permission to give yourself grace
- ✨ Stories of patients whose journeys reinforced the power of listening, continuity, and trust
This episode is equal parts heartfelt and practical, offering hope that small “rebellions” inside a broken healthcare system, slowing down, making eye contact, listening deeply, can transform the patient experience.
Resources & Links
- đź’» Learn more: holdinghopeperinatal.com
- 📱 Connect with Kayleigh: @thebirthtrauma_mama
Guest Bio:
Dr. Ono Nseyo is a board certified UCSF-trained OBGYN who is passionate about supporting everyone through their preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum journeys. She also hosts a podcast - Golden Hour with Dr. O available on Spotify and Apple.
For more birth trauma content and a community full of love and support, head to my Instagram at @thebirthtrauma_mama.
Learn more about the support and services I offer through The Birth Trauma Mama Therapy & Support Services.
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.