Diary Of a Doula

Samantha and Melissa open by choosing pure positivity over discussing “fails,” linking their improved mood after recording to laughter releasing endorphins, as mentioned in their prior episode with Kathy.They introduce doula Suzzie Vehrs, who supports families through birth planning, labor, advocacy, and postpartum care that includes rest, emotional processing, chores, and meals, and she explains how American culture often discourages asking for help compared with other cultures.Samantha shares her birth history, including a 28-hour labor complicated by shoulder dystocia, fever/infection concerns, placenta issues, and postpartum PTSD, while Suzzie explains how fever can escalate risks and defines retained placenta in a way Samantha can understand for the first in 10 years. She continues on explaining the difference between doulas versus midwives/OBs.Suzzie shares her own story of going from medicalized birth of her own to a home birth, her doula work, her certification, and why she addresses taboo postpartum topics like pain, libido changes, and returning to intimacy through referrals (therapy, pelvic floor PT).Not only is Suzzie here to talk about the importance of assisting the mother through birth and post partum but helping the partner become educated about the workload of newborn care and feeding. We got it all in this one.Learn how to make sure you have the BEST birthing experience with Suzzie Vehrs by visiting her page, SheBirthsBravelyFollow Skirts Up on social media!Visit Samantha’s new mental health business, Sweet Soul Wellness