71. How Doula Support Helps You Feel Empowered and in Control of Your Birth With Karissa Birth Doula

Your Birth Bestie | The Pregnancy Podcast for an Informed and Natural Birth Experience

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In this episode, we chat with Karissa, a dedicated doula and birth educator, who provides a wealth of knowledge on navigating medical interventions in pregnancy and birth.

We talk about:

• Typical experiences with interventions suggested by providers, from pregnancy through active labor…
• Discussions around common interventions like cervical exams, Pitocin, AROM, and epidurals…
• Client-provider interactions and strategies to ensure families feel involved in decision-making…
• How doulas can establish a supportive role with the medical team while advocating for clients’ birth preferences…
• Tips for birth planning, preparing for unexpected interventions, and advocating for birth rights…
• … and an inspiring story where Karissa supported a client through a medically complex birth due to preeclampsia, helping them feel informed and in control.

Join us as we uncover practical strategies for creating a birth experience that’s informed, supportive, and empowering. Whether you're expecting or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights for every birth journey!
✨ Connect With Karissa
Podcast - The Birth Tide Podcast
Website - www.thebirthtide.com
Instagram - @thebirthtide

🌸 Connect with Beth
Website - www.familyfocusedmidwifery.com
Instagram - @family.focused.midwifery
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👋 WHO AM I?
Welcome, friends! I am Beth, a certified nurse midwife, doula, and childbirth educator. My philosophy is rooted in autonomy, informed decision making, and positive mindset to help expecting parents plan for a beautiful, stress-free birth. I am here to provide value to YOU through tips and practical advice, either to guide you through pregnancy or to help you prepare for childbirth, postpartum and beyond. There’s no fluff here - only info that adds to your positive experience and saves you stress and uncertainty.