71. Autonomy in Birth with Courtney Valdez

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Ever wondered about the power of intuition and the significance of informed consent during pregnancy and childbirth? This week, we invite you into our chat with Courtney Valdez, a passionate advocate for autonomous birth. As a mother of two, Courtney candidly shares her own birth experiences across the medical system, a birth center, and home birth, highlighting the profound impact they've had on her life. Her story serves not only as a riveting testimony, but also as inspiration and guidance for women bravely navigating their unique birth experiences.
As we further explore the intricacies of childbirth, we delve deep into the often overlooked and long-lasting effects of traumatic birth experiences on women. Truthfully, we open up about our own birth trauma, discussing the disturbing lack of empathy sometimes exhibited by medical professionals. An uncomfortable yet necessary topic we tackle is that of medical rape and its enduring impact on women. Emphasizing the importance of comfort over convenience, we shed light on the importance of having birth plans and preferences treated with respect.
Wrapping up our conversation, we journey through Courtney's transformative birth story and her experiences as a birth worker. Through her blog, Southwest Birth Worker, Courtney embodies strength and courage in the face of fear, making her a beacon for women everywhere. Join us as we navigate these enlightening and emotional topics together, shedding light on the radiant journey of birth. We wish you a radiant week and look forward to your company in our next episode.

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Chapters

1. 71. Autonomy in Birth with Courtney Valdez (00:00:00)

2. Navigating Pregnancy and Birth Experiences (00:00:03)

3. Birth Trauma and Lack of Autonomy (00:14:25)

4. Understanding the Labor and Birth Process (00:29:01)

5. Birthing Experience (00:39:50)

6. Hospital Birthing Challenges and Concerns (00:46:25)

7. Courtney's Story and Future Journey (00:57:39)