086 - Rebecca | 2 births, obstetric cholestatis, positive birth, water birth, PPH, postnatal depression

In today's episode Rebecca shares her two pregnancy and birth experiences. Her first was complicated by obstetric cholestasis, which impacted her options when it came to where to give birth, but amazingly her contractions started spontaneously before she even got to booking the induction she was being recommended. She talks us through her two straightforward vaginal births and ensuing postpartum haemorrhages, and candidly shares her experience of postnatal depression in the months following her first baby's arrival. We discuss the value of birth debriefing, having a strong support system postpartum and the transformative impact of excellent midwifery care. Rebecca also reflects on the power of independent research, tuning into what feels right for you as an individual and being brave enough to advocate for yourself. Her story is such a beautiful reminder that birth can still feel positive and empowering, even when things don't unfold quite as hoped. This is a unique and thoughtful episode about positivity, gratitude and trauma all existing alongside one another.   Dr Jenna Brough: https://www.instagram.com/dr.jenna.psychologist/ Rebecca's IG: https://www.instagram.com/rebeccaleecommunications/    My website: www.serenalouth.com My IG: https://www.instagram.com/serenalouth/