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The Lavender Hour Podcast

A space for honest conversations, reflection and meaningful stories. Our goal is to make you feel like you’re sitting down with a friend over coffee to discuss life’s transitions, lived experiences and lean into the beauty and challenges of womanhood and motherhood. From identity and growth to the unspoken parts of our everyday lives, here we will share stories, wisdom, and encouragement that you're not alone.

From the lavender hour we want you to take what you need, and leave what you don't... this is your hour to reflect, reset, and feel a little lighter when you leave. So, pour yourself a glass, and settle in, we can't wait for you to join us.

With love, your co-hosts,

Ayla & Whit 💜

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[Ep. 5] Sharing Our Birth Stories

September 16, 2025 • Ayla & Whit • Season 1 • Episode 5

Show Notes

In this episode of Lavender Hour, Ayla and Whit share their personal birth stories, exploring the emotional and physical challenges they faced during their deliveries. Whit recounts her traumatic experience with a high-risk pregnancy and the unexpected twists that led to a C-section. Ayla reflects on her own journey, highlighting the differences between her two births and the support she received. Both women emphasize the importance of sharing birth stories as a means of healing and connection, encouraging others to embrace their unique experiences.

Chapters

[00:00] Introduction to Birth Stories

[00:30] A Traumatic Birth Experience

[14:29] Sharing Different Birth Stories

[21:14] Navigating Labor: The Induction Experience

[23:21] The Challenge of Medication and Contractions

[25:24] The Isolation of Labor: Seeking Support

[26:46] Pushing Through: The Delivery Process

[28:37] Reflections on Induction and Pain Perception

[29:14] A Second Chance: The Birth of a Second Child

[32:31] Hands-On Care: A Supportive Environment

[34:03] The Intensity of Labor: Epidural and Back Labor

[36:19] Flipping the Baby: A Surprising Turn of Events

[38:18] The Birth Moment: Surreal Reactions and Resuscitation

[40:48] Contrasting Experiences: Reflection on Two Births

Keywords

birth stories, traumatic delivery, motherhood, healing, pregnancy, support, NICU, postpartum, birth plan, emotional journey

Music: "LoFi Piano Beat Intro 0127" by TuesdayNight — sourced from Pixabay (https://pixabay.com/music/)