Rossana: Birth Centre to Hospital Transfer. A Journey into the Unexpected.

Send us Fan MailThe ultimate plan-maker meets the ultimate plan-changer: motherhood. Rosanna's journey reveals what happens when our carefully crafted expectations collide with the unpredictable reality of bringing life into the world. Rosanna shares her powerful journey through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, revealing how she learned to flow when her carefully made plans took unexpected turns. Her birth took place at the Zollikerberg Birth Centre and Spital Zollikerberg.Originally from Italy and living in Switzerland for 10 yearsWorks as an HR manager, motherhood coach and co-owns a yoga and meditation studioExperienced unexpected challenges during conception despite having meticulously planned timingEnjoyed a peaceful pregnancy but struggled with the fear of birth in the final weeksWent nearly two weeks over her estimated due date and tried everything to naturally induce laborPlanned for a birth centre delivery but ended up transferring to the hospitalFound unexpected peace and surrender during birth despite it not matching her original planFaced significant breastfeeding challenges that weren't properly diagnosed for EIGHT months, once she found the right lactation consultantAdvocating for more comprehensive preparation around breastfeeding and postpartumStill breastfeeding her daughter at 10 months after persevering through extreme difficultiesDiscovered that motherhood, despite its challenges, brings daily moments of connection and joy that make it all worthwhileSubscribe for more Swiss Birth Stories, Write a review, and share this podcast to help more parents in Switzerland and beyond find the show.Rossana's ResourcesElevate website www.elevate-studio.ch instagram: @elevate_studio_zurichhttp://onerisingsoul.com Her private website is where Rossana focuses on 1:1 coaching for mothers instagram: @coachingmothersHypnobirthing course: Happy Day HypnobirthingMeal deliery: Mamasmeals SwitzerlandLactation Consultant: https://milkandmotherhood.com/The Zollikerberg Hospital: https://spitalzollikerberg.ch/en/specialist-areas/obstetricsAnd the Zollikerberg Birth center: https://geburtshaus-zollikerberg.ch/en/ and Delphys birth centre https://www.delphys.chSupport the podcast with a small donation or tip Please connect with us!Archived-Click here to share your story and be our next guest!All Swiss Birth Stories EpisodesOur Websites:www.swissbirthstories.comwww.juliathedoula.chwww.lilybee.chInstagram:@[email protected]@lilybeezurichMentioned in this episode:Discover more great podcasts at SwissCast.NetworkThe SwissCast Podcast Network is here to amplify the diverse voices and unique stories of Switzerland—all in English. Whether you're a Swiss local fluent in English, an expat, or simply curious about Swiss culture, SwissCast offers engaging content that speaks directly to you. Our mission is simple: to create a space where Swiss life and English voices connect, bringing you meaningful conversations, expert insights, and compelling stories from all over the country. Our podcast shows are made by, for, or in Switzerland and range from Health, Business, Career, Travel, and more.SwissCast Network