EP16. Cheyenne's Journey: From Birthing at 16 in the System - to Empowered Freebirth!

In this episode of 'Hear Me Roar,' the hosts welcome Cheyenne to share her transformative journey through motherhood. Cheyenne, a mother of four, discusses her experiences with different birth approaches, starting from her first pregnancy at 16. She contrasts her initial hospital births with her journey into natural and free birth practices. 

Cheyenne details the emotional and physical challenges she faced, including the impact of family dynamics and medical interventions on her birthing experiences. Ultimately, she recounts her empowered free birth of her fourth child highlighting the importance of preparation, community support, and taking charge of one's birth journey. The episode underscores the significance of holding space for postpartum needs and celebrates the beauty of sovereign birth.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:21 Meet Cheyenne: A Journey of Four Births

02:07 Cheyenne's First Pregnancy at 16

10:37 Navigating Early Motherhood and Loss

13:57 Transition to Natural Birth Choices

21:48 Challenges of a Free Birth Attempt

31:17 Hospital Intervention and Reflections

36:55 Anxiety and the Birth Experience

37:43 Hospital Challenges and Decisions

40:04 Postpartum Reflections and Support

40:29 Learning from Past Births

41:30 Preparing for a New Birth

44:52 The Birth of Solomon

56:05 Post-Birth Reflections and Breastfeeding Challenges

01:02:30 The Importance of Postpartum Support

01:07:56 Final Thoughts and Community Support

CONNECT WITH SARAH.

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• Resources
• Work Together: Wild & Free Coaching Container
• Birth Trauma Integration Session: Book

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• Ebook: Questions to ask your Birth Attendant

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The content of this podcast is for informational and inspirational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice. Listeners are encouraged to take full responsibility for their own bodies and decisions and to consult with qualified professionals as needed.