104. My Fifth Birth Story: A Real Look at Labour, Delivery, and Postpartum Recovery

Every birth story is different — and this one is mine. In this episode of Go Get Great, I'm taking you behind the scenes for the birth of baby #5. As a mom of five, I kind of have this whole labour and delivery thing down to a science. Every child and birth story is different but there are things you can do to make your birth experience easier. I share my tips for getting ready to meet baby and what to do after they're here. We'll talk about what surprised me this time around, how my mindset has shifted with each baby, and what postpartum recovery really feels like — physically, mentally, and emotionally. If you've ever found yourself comparing your journey to someone else's, this episode is a reminder that no two birth stories look the same… and that's okay. Whether you're a first-time mama or a seasoned parent, you'll hear honest reflections, laughter, and probably a few tears as I share what it's like balancing newborn life, recovery, and motherhood as a Canadian mom running a business. If you love raw, real conversations about motherhood, postpartum recovery, and the incredible strength women carry through every season — this one's for you.   Go Get Great 104 Episode References Thalia's Birth Story  Raiyah's Birth Story   Come Say Hi! https://www.instagram.com/brittanymillersocials/ https://www.brittanymillersocials.ca/ Ready to level up your life and business taking it from good to great? Check out our Social Media, Email Marketing, or Podcasting Services Hit follow and please leave a review if you enjoyed this episode! The kids and I might even bust out a happy dance! 💗 - Brittany If we haven't met yet, hi, I'm Brittany, a mom, mystery buff, bookworm, and DIY home decor enthusiast. I help business owners get seen, loved and paid. If you're looking for support with your social media, email marketing to podcast, click here to learn how I can help.   0:00 Intro 1:40 Newborn cuddles 3:50 My delivery experience with baby 5 4:20 Getting induced 11:00 Getting in the room 15:20 While you're waiting 17:20 Epidurals - yay or nay? 20:10 Dilation & practice pushes 25:00 Baby is born 27:00 Pro tips for postpartum recovery 28:30 Visitors rules this time 30:00 Heading home as a mom of 5 31:30 Recovery 36:30 Hard vs easy babies 38:30 Birthing tips 49:00 Wrap up