EPISODE · Mar 14, 2025 · 1H 23M
Birthing the Impossible: Britt Fohrman’s Birth Journey of Embodiment and Intuition through the Unplanned
from Just This · host Amanda Scharpf
We’ve done an entire episode on the power of birth stories (check that one out here) and today we have a super powerful birth story you won’t want to miss. Britt Fohrman has attended and assisted hundreds of births in addition to supporting thousands more in birth prep and sensual embodiment for birth and beyond. We are honored to have her share her own journey into pregnancy, through birth and into early motherhood.Her profound and inspiring journey was something she had spend years preparing for and yet went nothing to her plans or desires. From preconception challenges, multiple pregnancy losses, and the unexpected twists of childbirth, Britt's story is a testament to resilience and deep embodiment. Being a birth worker herself, she brings a unique perspective through her experiences and practices in yoga, Tantra, and plant medicine. Listen in as Britt candidly discusses her path through conception difficulties, a demanding pregnancy, and a birth that defied her expectations, offering powerful lessons in trust, embodiment, and the importance of cultivating a supportive community. This heartfelt conversation is a deep dive into the realities of birthing, the sacredness of grief, and trusting one's intuitive knowing amidst the unpredictability of life.Resources:Preparing Your Vagina for Birth CourseBritt Fohrman's Website or go to thejuicyladies.comSue Baelen's WebsiteSandra Lloyd's WebsiteIn this episode:00:00 Introduction to Britt Foreman and Her Journey00:11 Britt's Background and Birth Work Experience03:06 Initial Conception Challenges04:33 Struggles with Fertility Treatments07:15 The Role of Plant Medicine and Spiritual Practices12:59 Pregnancy and Emotional Turmoil15:44 Navigating High-Risk Pregnancy19:11 Support Systems and Personal Responsibility32:05 The Final Weeks and Preparing for Birth40:12 Transition to Hospital Birth42:02 Creating a Sacred Space in the Hospital42:58 Challenges and Decisions During Labor43:31 Facing Unexpected Complications45:17 Choosing an Epidural and Pitocin49:16 The Decision for a Cesarean Section51:12 The Cesarean Experience53:07 Postpartum Recovery and Emotional Healing55:11 Processing the Birth Experience01:00:27 Reflections on Birth and Motherhood01:16:42 Final Thoughts and ResourcesHave questions? Any other topics you want us to chat on?Leave us a voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/JustThisWe are excited to share more episodes with you on topics that light us up and that YOU want us to talk about. Join in on the convo and tell us what you are loving or wanting more of at www.justthis.site.If you enjoyed this episode and found value in it, we would be incredibly grateful if you could take a moment to leave us a review.Know someone that could benefit from this podcast or episode? Sharing is caring AND it also help others discover our show.
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We’ve done an entire episode on the power of birth stories (check that one out here) and today we have a super powerful birth story you won’t want to miss. Britt Fohrman has attended and assisted hundreds of births in addition to supporting thousands more in birth prep and sensual embodiment for birth and beyond. We are honored to have her share her own journey into pregnancy, through birth and into early motherhood.Her profound and inspiring journey was something she had spend years preparing for and yet went nothing to her plans or desires. From preconception challenges, multiple pregnancy losses, and the unexpected twists of childbirth, Britt's story is a testament to resilience and deep embodiment. Being a birth worker herself, she brings a unique perspective through her experiences and practices in yoga, Tantra, and plant medicine. Listen in as Britt candidly discusses her path through conception difficulties, a demanding pregnancy, and a birth that defied her expectations, offering powerful lessons in trust, embodiment, and the importance of cultivating a supportive community. This heartfelt conversation is a deep dive into the realities of birthing, the sacredness of grief, and trusting one's intuitive knowing amidst the unpredictability of life.Resources:Preparing Your Vagina for Birth CourseBritt Fohrman's Website or go to thejuicyladies.comSue Baelen's WebsiteSandra Lloyd's WebsiteIn this episode:00:00 Introduction to Britt Foreman and Her Journey00:11 Britt's Background and Birth Work Experience03:06 Initial Conception Challenges04:33 Struggles with Fertility Treatments07:15 The Role of Plant Medicine and Spiritual Practices12:59 Pregnancy and Emotional Turmoil15:44 Navigating High-Risk Pregnancy19:11 Support Systems and Personal Responsibility32:05 The Final Weeks and Preparing for Birth40:12 Transition to Hospital Birth42:02 Creating a Sacred Space in the Hospital42:58 Challenges and Decisions During Labor43:31 Facing Unexpected Complications45:17 Choosing an Epidural and Pitocin49:16 The Decision for a Cesarean Section51:12 The Cesarean Experience53:07 Postpartum Recovery and Emotional Healing55:11 Processing the Birth Experience01:00:27 Reflections on Birth and Motherhood01:16:42 Final Thoughts and ResourcesHave questions? Any other topics you want us to chat on?Leave us a voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/JustThisWe are excited to share more episodes with you on topics that light us up and that YOU want us to talk about. Join in on the convo and tell us what you are loving or wanting more of at www.justthis.site.If you enjoyed this episode and found value in it, we would be incredibly grateful if you could take a moment to leave us a review.Know someone that could benefit from this podcast or episode? Sharing is caring AND it also help others discover our show.
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