In this episode, Carrie shares how giving birth to her very first son at the young age of 19 inspired her to become a birth worker, how her other two births didn’t go as planned, and how her philosophy around how to practice as a birth doula has changed over the years.
Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.
Resources:
- Carrie Kenner: https://carriekenner.com/
- Becoming a Birth Doula Online Course
- Evidence-Based Birth: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/
- Birthing From Within: https://www.birthingfromwithin.com/team
- Lamaze Childbirth Education: https://www.lamaze.org/birthing-classes
Definitions:
- Occiput Posterior (OP) Presentation
- Precipitous Birth
- Pudendal Nerve Block
- B.R.A.I.N. Informed Decision Making Guide
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