S7 EP193: Shari from Belly2Birth: Birth Trauma - How It’s Held and How to Move Through It

This week on the show I’m joined by Shari from Belly2Birth, a birth educator of over 13 years and now trauma-informed coach whose work has evolved into supporting women through the deeper emotional layers of birth and beyond. In this conversation, we move into something that isn’t spoken about enough… the reality that more than 1 in 3 women walk away from birth carrying trauma. Today we explore how these experiences can stay with us long after birth… shaping the way we feel, respond, and move through motherhood. This is a powerful conversation that brings birth trauma into the light… highlighting the depth of impact these experiences can have on a woman’s body, mind, and sense of self… and how important it is to have the space, support, and tools to process and release them as part of this rite of passage. In this episode, we cover: The reality of birth trauma… and why it’s more common than we think How trauma can form through how a woman feels in her birth Shari’s personal experience and what shaped her work Why women can feel unheard or disconnected within the system The fawning response… and why many don’t speak up in the moment How trauma can show up later… often when something triggers it Why these experiences are held in the body The difference between reflecting on birth and actually processing it How past patterns and the subconscious can influence birth What it looks like to process, release, and move forward Show Notes: Instagram: @belly2birth Website: www.belly2birth.com Listen to Shari's birth stories HERE. Free Birth Debrief: Shari offers free 1:1 birth debrief sessions - you can reach out to her via Instagram to book and check availability. Use code POSITIVEBIRTH10 for 10% off all Shari's programs. Mentioned in this episode: Sacred Birth Affirmations Track This gentle affirmation track was created to help you feel safe, confident, and connected in pregnancy and birth. Perfect for daily mindset work or to play during labour. Positive Birth Australia Esfera Designs Wellness (Birth) Ball Create a calm, supportive space during pregnancy and postpartum with Esfera Designs. Use code: PBA20 for $20 off your order. Esfera Designs