170. How & Why a Forceps Assisted Delivery with Doula Rachel Campbell

Rachel Campbell is a mom, doula, and leader in her local community. In this episode, she shares her two medicated hospital birth stories with her daughter and son. In this episode, we cover: Rachel's first birth, which was marked by a failed epidural, an extended pushing period, and a forceps-assisted delivery Her complicated postpartum period, which included an infection and difficult healing journey with a severe tear Rachel's second birth, which was remarkably similar to her first, but with a very different redemptive outcome Advocating for yourself with providers postpartum and taking care of your own medical needs, even when it seems like other people are not taking your concerns seriously A brief chat about the use of an SSRI medication to manage postpartum depression A doula chat with Heidi and Rachel about tips for staying hydrated during pregnancy, especially during hot weather XOXO -Heidi Resources: Birth Story Academy Online Course Use code BIRTHSTORYFRIEND for $20 off Shop My Birthing Workbooks and Guides I’m Heidi, a Certified Birth Doula, and I’ve supported the births of over a thousand babies in my career. On the Birth Story Podcast, I’ll take you on a journey through your pregnancy by providing you education through storytelling. I provide high-level childbirth education broken down to make it super digestible for you because I know you are a busy person on the go. Plus, because I am so passionate about birth outcomes, you will often hear from many of the top experts in pregnancy, labor and delivery, and the sacred postpartum period. Connect with Me! Instagram YouTube My Doula Heidi Website Birth Story Media™ Website