Meagan's Story - birth trauma, depression, labour, first time mom, PTSD

Today I am joined by the lovely Meagan. She is my my first guest, my best friend and a birth trauma survivor. Meagan shares her story about the birth of her first son, Keagan. The birth trauma story shared by Meagan is a deeply personal and emotional account. She recounts the specific details of her experience, describing the physical and emotional pain she endured during labor, delivery, and her recovery after. She recounts her experience with the health care providers at the hospital, challenges she faced and the impact it had on their mental and physical well-being. Her story serves as a reminder of the importance of support and understanding for those who have experienced birth trauma. Please note, this episode details a lived experience with birth trauma. Go gently, and listen with care. For more validating Maternal Mental Health content follow along on Instagram @auraandoaktree Don't forget to like, share, subscribe, and rate this podcast. If you would like to be a guest on The Aura and Oak Tree Podcast, I would love to hear from you! Head over to the website ⁠⁠auraandoaktree.com⁠⁠ and fill out the guest form. Please remember that you are worthy of support and deserved to be heard. Your mental health matters, you matter. Support is available - https://birthtrauma.org.au/ https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ https://www.cope.org.au/ https://panda.org.au/