Ep. 162: IVF, Preeclampsia & a Failed Spinal Block with a NICU Stay feat. Megan

In this week’s Listener Series episode, I sit down with Megan to explore the layered and emotional journey of holding both immense gratitude and deep grief. After years of infertility, a traumatic ectopic pregnancy, and two rounds of IVF, Megan finally became pregnant with her miracle baby, but her story didn’t end there.What followed was a high-risk pregnancy marked by preeclampsia, a NICU stay, and a traumatic C-section that left Megan under general anesthesia, missing the birth of her son. In this powerful conversation, Megan shares the duality of her experience, the joy of finally becoming a parent, and the trauma of how it unfolded.In this episode, you’ll hear about:🩺 Megan’s IVF and infertility journey💔 The trauma of a life-threatening ectopic pregnancy⚠️ Developing preeclampsia and being hospitalized at 34 weeks🩻 An emergency C-section under general anesthesia after failed spinal and ketamine👶 Meeting her baby in the NICU for the first time from a hospital bed🧠 Processing PTSD, flashbacks, and ongoing triggers💬 The importance of therapy, storytelling, and self-compassion in healing🌈 What it’s like to consider future pregnancy after traumaResources Mentioned:Postpartum Support InternationalThe Birth Trauma Mama Support ResourcesTalk therapy, PTSD support, and NICU family support services🎧 Tune in now wherever you listen to podcasts, and please subscribe, rate, and share this episode to help more families feel seen, supported, and not alone. 💜For more birth trauma content and a community full of love and support, head to my Instagram at @thebirthtrauma_mama.Learn more about the support and services I offer through The Birth Trauma Mama Therapy & Support Services.Disclaimer - The views and opinions expressed by guests on The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official stance, views, or positions of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast. The content shared is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional or medical advice and/or endorsement.