Preparing for Birth, Midwifery, and How to Use Your Voice with Yuen Kwan Chan

Lisa’s Midwife, Yuen from TLC Midwifery, talks about birth in the most empowering and refreshing way — leaving fear and judgment behind no matter how and where you choose to give birth. Yuen has had a massive impact on Lisa — opening her eyes to what healthcare is capable of when compassion is prioritized.   Yuen Spills: - What midwifery is and what it isn’t - The difference between a midwife and a doula - How doctors and midwives can work together - The history of birth and how birthing technology has pros and cons - Birth trauma: what it is, and how we can prevent it with education - Holistic ways we can prepare the body for birth without medical intervention  - Yuen’s own birth experience that didn’t go as planned  - Why an epidural can be helpful from a holistic perspective - White coat syndrome: how to reclaim your voice when it comes to your health  - The importance of feeling safe when going into labor  - What “high-risk” means, and the implications for having a home birth … and more!   If you’re interested in learning more about Yuen as your midwife, check out TLC MIDWIFERY HERE!   Instagram: The Truthiest Life on Instagram @thetruthiestlife Host @lisahayim   To support TTL, subscribe, follow, or share episodes with family and friends!    If you’re loving TTL, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts HERE!     Guest submissions, please fill out this form: https://thewellnecessities.typeform.com/to/pODTLasN   Edited by Houston Tilley Intro Jingle by Alyssa Chase aka @findyoursailsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.