Ep. 225: Placenta Increta & Emergency Hysterectomy After IVF feat. Annie

In this episode, Kayleigh sits down with Annie to share her powerful story of birth trauma, medical complications, and the long road of postpartum healing. Annie opens up about how quickly plans changed, the fear and confusion that followed, and what it has looked like to process trauma while learning to parent. This conversation is honest, validating, and a reminder that trauma isn’t defined by one moment.In this episode, we talk about:🤰 A pregnancy that didn’t unfold the way she expected🏥 Medical complications and rapid decision-making during labor😔 Feeling dismissed, confused, or out of control in key moments🧠 How trauma lives in the body long after birth💔 The emotional aftermath in the early postpartum weeks🫶 The impact birth trauma had on identity and relationships🌪️ Anxiety, hypervigilance, and trying to make sense of what happened🗂️ Revisiting medical records and searching for answers✨ Finding support through therapy and safe spaces🌿 What healing has looked like over timeThis episode's artwork for the reel was done by Annie as a way of processing her experience. You can follow her art page on instagram for more: @abowlerdrawsIf you’ve ever questioned whether your experience “counts” as trauma, this episode is for you. You are not dramatic. You are not weak. And you are 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.