EPISODE · Jan 9, 2026 · 11 MIN
Ep.9 "When Birth Doesn't Go to Plan (And Why That's Not Failure)"
from Unseen, Unshaken:Real Life. Raw Faith. Midwife Diaries. · host Farida Mohaomed
You prepared. You asked the questions. You did everything "right." And your birth still didn't go to plan. Your birth experience matters. Your feelings matter. And you didn't fail. If you're struggling with how your birth went, or preparing for birth and scared of disappointment, this one's for you.If you're experiencing symptoms of birth trauma, postnatal depression, or anxiety, support is available:PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia)National Helpline: 1300 726 306Hours: Monday–Saturday, 9am–7:30pm AESTWebsite: www.panda.org.auSupports both mothers and fathers/partnersFree, confidential counselingBeyond Blue24/7 Support Line: 1300 22 4636Online chat availableWebsite: www.beyondblue.org.au/perinatalSpecific resources for perinatal mental healthLifeline AustraliaCrisis Support: 13 11 14Available 24/7Text support: 0477 13 11 14 (12pm–midnight AEST)COPE (Centre of Perinatal Excellence)Website: www.cope.org.auInformation, screening tools, and referrals to perinatal mental health specialistsGidget Foundation AustraliaFree counseling for emotional and mental health during pregnancy and early parenthoodWebsite: www.gidgetfoundation.org.auDad-specific support availableDad-Specific Resources:Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia (PANDA) — Dads HelplineSame number: 1300 726 306Specifically trained to support fathers and partnersMensline Australia24/7 Support: 1300 78 99 78Online chat and video counseling availableWebsite: www.mensline.org.auIf you're in crisis or having thoughts of self-harm:Call 000 for emergency servicesGo to your nearest hospital emergency departmentCall Lifeline: 13 11 14 (24/7)Call Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467 (24/7)
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You prepared. You asked the questions. You did everything "right." And your birth still didn't go to plan. Your birth experience matters. Your feelings matter. And you didn't fail. If you're struggling with how your birth went, or preparing for birth and scared of disappointment, this one's for you.If you're experiencing symptoms of birth trauma, postnatal depression, or anxiety, support is available:PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia)National Helpline: 1300 726 306Hours: Monday–Saturday, 9am–7:30pm AESTWebsite: www.panda.org.auSupports both mothers and fathers/partnersFree, confidential counselingBeyond Blue24/7 Support Line: 1300 22 4636Online chat availableWebsite: www.beyondblue.org.au/perinatalSpecific resources for perinatal mental healthLifeline AustraliaCrisis Support: 13 11 14Available 24/7Text support: 0477 13 11 14 (12pm–midnight AEST)COPE (Centre of Perinatal Excellence)Website: www.cope.org.auInformation, screening tools, and referrals to perinatal mental health specialistsGidget Foundation AustraliaFree counseling for emotional and mental health during pregnancy and early parenthoodWebsite: www.gidgetfoundation.org.auDad-specific support availableDad-Specific Resources:Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia (PANDA) — Dads HelplineSame number: 1300 726 306Specifically trained to support fathers and partnersMensline Australia24/7 Support: 1300 78 99 78Online chat and video counseling availableWebsite: www.mensline.org.auIf you're in crisis or having thoughts of self-harm:Call 000 for emergency servicesGo to your nearest hospital emergency departmentCall Lifeline: 13 11 14 (24/7)Call Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467 (24/7)
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