Ep 211: Monique’s Birth Story - Prioritizing Peace

<p><em>**This episode is sponsored by The Lactation Network, the largest network of accredited breastfeeding experts in the country. Visit </em><a href="https://tln.care/AAPB" rel="nofollow"><em>tln.care/AAPB</em></a><em> to learn more and schedule your own insurance-covered consultation today!</em></p><p>Monique thought she was going to have a vaginal birth with an epidural. She was scheduled to be induced just after 40 weeks but as it goes with labor, things took a bit of a turn and you’re going to hear about all those twists and turns in today’s birth story episode.</p><p>Being a recent transplant from Suriname in South America, she was still adjusting to a strange country when she got pregnant. Going into motherhood away from home meant she had to be extra prepared. She did a ton of research, hired doulas, and asked friends for help. Because of all the work she did to make sure she was supported, she had the beautiful birth she deserved.</p><h3><strong>In this Episode, You’ll Learn About:</strong></h3><p>-Why Monique was concerned about pregnancy loss from the start </p><p>-What made birth customs in the U.S. different from those in Suriname</p><p>-Which resources she used to get very, VERY prepared for her birth</p><p>-What preferences she discussed with her doctor ahead of time</p><p>-How she made a plan to deal with her low pain tolerance</p><p>-How she used doulas intentionally and strategically to ease stress</p><p>--</p><p>Full website notes: <a href="http://episodes/view/drnicolerankins.com/episode211" rel="nofollow">drnicolerankins.com/episode211</a></p><p>Check out The Birth Preparation Course</p><p>Register for the class <a href="https://drnicolerankins.com/survey/" rel="nofollow">How to Create a Birth Plan the Right Way</a></p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>