43: Mindful Advocacy Techniques That Will Uplevel Your Birth Experience - with Nurse Dawn Hancock

This episode dives into advocacy strategies for pregnancy and birth and infuses mindfulness practices throughout. We are joined by Dawn Hancock aka Nurse Dawn, a seasoned Labor and Delivery Nurse certified in Obstetric Nursing, Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, Certified Lactation Counselor, and Board Certified Nurse Coach.In this episode, we dive into the following:Advocacy strategies for pregnancy, labor, and beyondCommunication skills for birthing people and partners to use with the medical teamHow to make mindful decisions in pregnancy and laborUsing mindfulness to manage pain during laborMeditative tips for racing thoughtsDon’t forget to check out the blog postYou can find more about Dawn’s work at: www.pivotalbirth.com And follow her on TikTok at @pivotalbirthResources mentioned:>>  FREE Clear Your Birth Fears Guide>>  FREE WORKSHOP: 3 Essentials for Having an Empowering Birth>>  A Path to A Powerful Birth Class************************Get 20% off your first monthly subscription with NEEDED Vitamins 🎁 Use discount code: CLEARLIGHTBIRTH***************************If these topics light you up, please rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening.After you review the show - snap a pic and upload it here - and I’ll send you a little surprise as a thank you.Your feedback helps this podcast grow, and I am so grateful for your support!Trigger warning: Gendered language, mention of obstetric violence Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. Consult with a qualified healthcare professional for personalized advice.