First time mum, GDM, Induction Birth Story [Spilling the Milk with Carissa]

Send us Fan MailThis birth story today is with Carissa, a first time mum to a 6 month old boy. Carissa shares her journey of becoming a mother. Trying to fall pregnant naturally for almost 2 years with two early losses; then seeing a fertility specialist who helped her fall pregnant. Fast forward to pregnancy; Carissa was sick with mild HG from week 8 to birth.   Carissa tested positive to GDM at 18 weeks, and ended up having to be induced due to multiple reduced movements. Carissa describes an 'amazing birth with zero issues'. Postpartum, Carissa was diagnosed with postpartum depression and anxiety at 4 months postpartum. Even though becoming a mother was something  she had wanted for so, so long, she reports it has been a journey with multiple difficult moments.  And as Carissa describes, "It’s all been worth it. Every single bad moment. Completely worth it".LINKS:Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklistFree 7 Day Trial Pregnancy WorkoutsFree 7 Day Trial Postnatal WorkoutsFitNest Mama WebsiteInstagram @fitnestmamaCarrisa's Instagram and Tiktok handles are @carissa_mcholmeCarissa's small biz is: www.tlcbody.com.auhttps://www.fitnestmama.comLINKS:Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklistFree 7 Day Trial Pregnancy WorkoutsFree 7 Day Trial Postnatal WorkoutsFitNest Mama WebsiteInstagram @kathbaquie.physio1:1 Consultation with Physio Kath at Hatched House** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition.