54. Navy Pilot Jacque Talks Pregnancy Loss, Homebirth, and the Importance of Not "Outsourcing Your Power" During Pregnancy

In the first episode of Season 4 of Military Birth Talk, Lieutenant Jacqueline McCrory shares her journey through pregnancies and births as an active duty Navy pilot. Jackie recounts meeting her husband at the Naval Academy, their careers as pilots, and managing dual military duties while starting a family. She discusses the challenges of multiple miscarriages during an operational tour, the shift to more holistic methods to improve fertility, and her eventual successful pregnancy. Jackie reflects on switching from an OB to a midwife and choosing a home birth, as well as the differences in care between the two models. Her story touches on navigating pregnancy loss, the importance of having supportive commands, and advocating for one's birth choices within the military. Follow along with Military Birth Talk:Instagram: @militarybirthtalkFacebook: Military Birth Resource Network & Postpartum CoalitionSubmit your birth story!forms.gle/3TT7FyV1QQV3RZGc8