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EPISODE · Jun 24, 2026 · 1H 25M

How to Advocate for Yourself in Pregnancy & Birth: Tips from a Doula

from The Multiple Truths Podcast · host Holly Krack and Brittany Bento

In today’s episode, Holly is joined by birth and bereavement doula and birth educator Britta Patterson for an empowering conversation about advocating for yourself throughout pregnancy, labor, and birth.Birth is one of the most sacred and transformative experiences a person can go through, yet it can also feel overwhelming when so much is outside of your control. In this episode, Holly and Britta explore how education and understanding your options can help you feel more confident and empowered throughout your birth journey, as well as knowing the right questions to ask. Whether you're planning an unmedicated birth, an epidural, a scheduled C-section, or simply don't know what your birth will look like yet, this conversation is a reminder that your voice matters. Your pregnancy and birth experience aren't just happening to you, you deserve to understand your options, ask questions, and be an active participant in your care.Knowledge is power, and even if your birth doesn't go exactly as planned, understanding your choices can help you navigate the experience with greater confidence and trust.✨Join Holly at the Reconnecting to Your Inner Child Workshop on Monday, June 29 at 5:30PM - 6:30PM PST. Click here to register! 📲Connect with Britta:WebsiteInstagramEmail: [email protected] 📲Follow The Multiple Truths Podcast onInstagramTik TokYouTubeSpotifyIf you resonate with our content and want to support the show, please leave us a review, it truly helps us grow and reach more listeners. Thank you!Have questions or topics you'd love us to explore? Email us anytime at ⁠[email protected]⁠.

In today’s episode, Holly is joined by birth and bereavement doula and birth educator Britta Patterson for an empowering conversation about advocating for yourself throughout pregnancy, labor, and birth.Birth is one of the most sacred and transformative experiences a person can go through, yet it can also feel overwhelming when so much is outside of your control. In this episode, Holly and Britta explore how education and understanding your options can help you feel more confident and empowered throughout your birth journey, as well as knowing the right questions to ask. Whether you're planning an unmedicated birth, an epidural, a scheduled C-section, or simply don't know what your birth will look like yet, this conversation is a reminder that your voice matters. Your pregnancy and birth experience aren't just happening to you, you deserve to understand your options, ask questions, and be an active participant in your care.Knowledge is power, and even if your birth doesn't go exactly as planned, understanding your choices can help you navigate the experience with greater confidence and trust.✨Join Holly at the Reconnecting to Your Inner Child Workshop on Monday, June 29 at 5:30PM - 6:30PM PST. Click here to register! 📲Connect with Britta:WebsiteInstagramEmail: [email protected] 📲Follow The Multiple Truths Podcast onInstagramTik TokYouTubeSpotifyIf you resonate with our content and want to support the show, please leave us a review, it truly helps us grow and reach more listeners. Thank you!Have questions or topics you'd love us to explore? Email us anytime at ⁠[email protected]⁠.

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