Postpartum Complications, High-Risk Pregnancy and Self-Advocacy: Natasha’s Story

In today’s episode, I have a conversation with Natasha - a mother of 2, about her struggles with postpartum health complications, a second unexpected high-risk pregnancy and intentionality of raising confident, multicultural girls.In this episode we discuss: How 3 weeks after giving birth, Natasha found herself in the hospital and ICU due to postpartum complications she later would find out was an acute case of pancreatitis The experience of navigating a healthcare system that minimized her pain The fear and sadness that came with being away from her newborn for nearly a month Natasha’s second, unexpected high-risk pregnancy due to potential blood clots which led to daily shots to her pregnant belly of Lovenox, and a dual diagnosis of gestational diabetes - during COVID Searching for someone with a similar story, and not finding someone that looks like you The importance of community The joys, and hardships of motherhood Intentionality when raising an multicultural and interfaith family ...and much more!Connect with Natasha:IG: @TashPrez_________If you enjoyed this episode, please be sure to share it with a friend (or a few) and leave a review to ensure others are able to find the pod!Are you subscribed to the podcast? If not, be sure to do so to automatically receive our latest episodes: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify StitcherFollow The Sista Circle Podcast via social media:IG: @thesistacirclepodcastFacebook: @thesistacirclepodcastYoutube: The Sista Circle Podcast Support the show