Birth Trauma and the NICU: Healing After a Difficult Start

In this episode, we’re having a really important conversation about something many moms experience but don’t always have the space to talk about openly - birth trauma and the NICU experience. If you’ve ever felt like you should be “over it” but still carry the weight of your birth or NICU experience, this episode is for you.   In this episode, I sit down with therapist Kanjana Hartshorne to talk about: ·       What birth trauma actually is (and why it’s not just about medical emergencies) ·       The emotional weight of the NICU experience ·       How trauma lives in the nervous system long after discharge ·       Guilt, numbness, hypervigilance, and “I should be over this” thoughts ·       Why talk therapy alone isn’t always enough ·       What somatic healing means in real life ·       Simple body-based tools moms can try today ·       Signs it might be time for deeper healing Kanjana Hartshorne, LCSW, C-IAYT, CCFP, Reiki Master, is the founder of Healing Hearts Wellness, a holistic therapy practice integrating somatic and yoga therapy, EMDR, IFS, creative arts, and spiritual practices. Connect with Kanjana Instagram https://www.instagram.com/healingheartswellness/?hl=en Website www.healingheartswellness.com Omaha Mom Talks – real moms, authentic conversations, no filter needed.   Connect with Me!!   Reach out to the Omaha Mom Talks Hotline: (402)965-1718 Need advice on a messy mom moment, wondering how to set a boundary, or want to share a mom win? Give me a call and leave a voicemail. You might hear your message on the next episode!   Visit my website https://www.jessiegutierreztherapyservices.com/   Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jessiegutierrez_/ https://www.instagram.com/omahamomtalks?igsh=cTFqYm1sMHNjaHhn    Please subscribe, rate, and review this episode. Have thoughts on this episode or ideas for a future episode? DM me - I would love to hear from you! Omaha Mom Talks  -  real moms, authentic conversations, no filter needed.   This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to Hurrdat ONE Website or visit Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices