EP11. Lydia's Journey: Choosing Sovereign Birth The 1st Time & Navigating A Tear

In this episode of 'Hear Me Roar,' Sarah & Brittany welcome Lydia, a member of the Hear Me Roar Telegram community, to share her insightful journey toward a sovereign birth. Lydia recounts how her early life experiences, particularly her own birth story, led her to explore non-medical birthing options. 

She chose a wild pregnancy and sovereign birth, supported by a radical birth keeper and a nurturing women's circle. Lydia details the emotional and physical challenges she faced during her pregnancy, labor, and postpartum period, including dealing with a significant labial tear. Despite these hurdles, her story exemplifies the power of intuition, community support, and personal resolve in embracing a non-medical birth plan and self healing journey. Tune in to hear Lydia's profound reflections on becoming a mother and her ongoing commitment to self-directed care and empowerment.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

01:59 Lydia's Journey to Sovereign Birth

05:59 Pregnancy Reflections and Preparations

16:50 Community Support and Personal Growth

21:25 Entering the Birth Portal

31:01 Labor and Birth Experience

42:18 Intense Final Contractions

43:57 Birth on the Toilet

44:40 First Moments with Baby

47:41 Challenges with the Placenta

58:40 Breastfeeding Struggles

01:05:03 Healing from a Tear

01:15:32 Reflecting on the Journey

01:19:23 Conclusion and Contact Information

EPISODE LINKS.

• Lydia's Instagram - @content.to.walk.alittleslower

CONNECT WITH SARAH.

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

CONNECT WITH BRITTANY.

• Website
• Instagram
• Ebook: Questions to ask your Birth Attendant

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DISCLAIMER.

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.