Podcasts about Birth trauma

Father's Day Sale: June 14-16 If your partner wants to be more than the guy holding your Stanley cup during contractions, Dad Daze is for him. This childbirth and postpartum course teaches dads exactly how to support, advocate, and show up with confidence from pregnancy through postpartum. Use code DAD50 to save $50 at thebirthlounge.com/daddaze June 14th-16th only. *psst* If you decide a lifetime membership is for you, we won't keep you from applying this discount code to get full access + our exclusive gift box. In this re-aired episode of The Birth Lounge Podcast, HeHe sits down with perinatal therapist Ashley Mariani for a powerful conversation about birth trauma, obstetric violence, and the ways a difficult birth experience can ripple through your postpartum life long after you've left the hospital. Together, they unpack how birth trauma can impact trust, intimacy, communication, and emotional safety within a relationship. Ashley shares why so many partners leave a traumatic birth carrying their own unresolved stress response, how feelings of helplessness in the birth room can create resentment and disconnection, and why some couples find themselves struggling to reconnect after becoming parents. HeHe and Ashley also explore the mental load that often falls on mothers after birth, the common dynamic of feeling like you're parenting your partner, and why that can quickly erode desire and partnership. They discuss emotional attunement, advocacy during labor, and the important role partners play in helping prevent birth trauma before it happens. This conversation goes beyond the typical postpartum advice and dives into what it actually takes to rebuild trust, improve communication, and find your way back to each other after a challenging birth experience. If you've ever wondered whether your birth experience changed your relationship, your intimacy, or the way you show up as a couple, this episode will leave you feeling seen, validated, and equipped with practical tools for moving forward. 00:00 Birth Trauma Reality Check 01:22 Meet Ashley Mariani 07:40 Partners Preventing Trauma 09:40 Anecdotes vs Evidence 16:58 Pandemic Policies Fallout 21:19 When Intimacy Disappears 24:51 Dads Carry Trauma Too 30:18 Masculine Feminine Energy 33:03 Safety and Resentment Loop 34:39 Dad Daze Course Break 37:37 Patterns After Birth Trauma 38:32 Resentment Kills Desire 39:59 Man Child Dynamic 42:23 Initiation Into Manhood 53:48 Helicopter Parenting Fallout 57:09 Love Languages Learning Styles 58:47 Teach Needs By Style 01:04:07 Love Language Mismatch 01:07:02 Therapy Shared Accountability 01:09:44 Intimacy Resources Plug 01:11:16 Final Wrap And Outro Guest Bio: Ashley Mariani is a registered social worker specializing in perinatal mental health, couples therapy, sexual wellness, and birth trauma recovery. She is a passionate advocate against obstetric violence and helps individuals and couples navigate the emotional, relational, and physiological impacts of difficult birth experiences. Drawing from her background in sexuality, counseling, couples work, nervous system regulation, and holistic health, Ashley supports families in building resilience, healing trauma, and creating deeper connection in parenthood. She is also the mother of three free-spirited children, including twins. Connect with Ashley: https://mindonline.ca/ SOCIAL MEDIA: Connect with HeHe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tranquilitybyhehe/ Connect with Ashley on IG: https://www.instagram.com/therogue.therapist/   BIRTH EDUCATION: Learn how to stay in control of your birth and reduce the risk of unnecessary interventions in our Avoid a C-Section Webinar. HeHe breaks down the cascade of interventions, explains what's really happening in the hospital, and shares practical strategies to protect your birth plan, advocate for yourself, and navigate labor with confidence. Perfect for anyone who wants a positive, informed hospital birth experience: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/csection Feeling nervous about speaking up in labor? Our Scripts for Advocacy give you the exact words to handle the most common conversations that can make or break your birth experience. From declining unnecessary interventions to asking the right questions about procedures, these scripts empower you to stay in control, speak confidently, and protect your birth plan — even when the pressure is on. Think of it as your personal toolkit for advocating like a pro, so you can focus on your baby, not the stress: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/Scripts-for-Advocacy And if you haven't grabbed it yet… Snag my free Pitocin Guide to understand the risks, benefits, and red flags your provider may not be telling you about, so you can make informed, powerful decisions in labor: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/pitocin Join The Birth Lounge for judgment-free, evidence-based childbirth education from HeHe that shows you exactly how to navigate hospital policies, avoid unnecessary interventions, and have a trauma-free labor experience, all while feeling wildly supported every step of the way: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/ Want prep delivered straight to your phone? Download The Birth Lounge App for bite-sized birth and postpartum tools you can use anytime, anywhere: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/app

In this episode, Dr. Tony Ebel breaks down the true root cause of auditory processing disorder — and it's not the ears, and it's not the brain. It's the brainstem. Dr. Tony explains why so many children go through hearing tests, speech therapy, and occupational therapy and still aren't making the progress they should, and what's actually missing from the equation. He walks parents through the neuroscience of how sound is processed, why birth trauma and toxic overload are key triggers, and how Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care removes the interference that's blocking their child's ability to process, communicate, and thrive. This episode is a must-listen for any parent whose child is dealing with auditory processing, speech delays, sensory challenges, or a combination of all three.-----Links & ResourcesFree article: Unraveling the Mystery of Auditory Processing Disorder: An Exhaustive Look-----Key Topics & Timestamps01:00 What Auditory Processing Disorder Actually Is — and Why It's Being Missed03:00 The Ice Cream Truck Moment: What APD Really Looks Like at Home06:00 The Traditional Testing Journey: Hearing Tests, Speech Therapy, and Why Progress Stalls09:00 The Brainstem Is the Middleman: Where the Real Problem Lives17:00 Sympathetic Dominance and Sensory Overload: Why the Brain Shuts Auditory Processing Out23:00 Birth Trauma and Toxic Overload: The Perfect Storm Behind APD26:00 What Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care Actually Does30:00 The Batting Order: How to Layer Your Child's Care Team for Real Results-- Follow us on Socials: Instagram: @pxdocsFacebook: Dr. Tony Ebel & The PX Docs NetworkYoutube: The PX DocsFor more information, visit PXDocs.com to read informative articles about the power of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care.Find a PX Doc Office near me: PX DOCS DirectoryTo watch Dr. Tony's 30 min Perfect Storm Webinar: Click Here

In this powerful listener story, Kate returns to share her second birth experience after previously sharing her first story years ago. After surviving postpartum preeclampsia and medical trauma with her first child, Kate spent years healing through therapy, EMDR, community support, and advocacy work. When she became pregnant again, she hoped for a different experience, but life had other plans.At 24 weeks pregnant, Kate learned that her son had a rare congenital heart condition. What followed was months of uncertainty, specialist appointments, a surprise early delivery, NICU and cardiac ICU stays, and ultimately open-heart surgery when her son was just five weeks old. Through it all, Kate shares how community, mental health support, and unwavering advocacy helped her navigate some of the most difficult moments of her life.In This Episode, We Discuss:

This week, we are rereleasing a powerful episode with our guest Jess Myhre to talk about the choice (or sometimes not) to be one and done, particularly after birth trauma. Jess has been a pioneer in the discussion and support of families with only children, regardless of the reason. She fiercely advocates and validates for these families in her beautiful space @onlyyoucommunity. On this episode, Jess shares her story of birth trauma along with hope and encouragement for those who are one and done through choice, trauma, or for any reason at all. You can learn more about the Birth Trauma & Secondary Infertility Webinar here.Guest Bio: Hi I'm Jess! I am a preeclampsia survivor, mom of an only child, and advocate for parents of one, by choice or by circumstance. I am also the creator of Only You: A One and Done Podcast, a show for parents of only children.For more birth trauma content and a community full of love and support, head to my Instagram at @thebirthtrauma_mama.Learn more about the support and services I offer through The Birth Trauma Mama Therapy & Support Services.Disclaimer - The views and opinions expressed by guests on The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official stance, views, or positions of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast. The content shared is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional or medical advice and/or endorsement.

If you're one of the many mothers who has experienced birth trauma, you've likely battled shame, anger, confusion, among other emotions. Today's guest discusses her story of birth trauma, including the effects of the experience and the gaps in care that contributed to the trauma. Her passion for advocacy is fired by the desire to prevent similar experiences from happening to others. Join us to learn more! As a writer, advocate, and mother dedicated to exploring the complexities of the human experience, Casey Keen focuses on themes of resilience, identity, and transformation. Whether through the lens of motherhood, mental health, or immersive storytelling, her writing spans both deeply personal narratives and richly imagined fiction. With a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's in forensic medicine, Casey brings a unique perspective to the intersection of mental health, trauma, and systemic reform. She founded an online postpartum support community and is building a platform that provides education, coaching, and advocacy to new mothers. Casey lives in Pennsylvania with her family as she continues to write, create, and advocate with stories that inspire and empower.  Show Highlights: Casey's story of birth trauma when her son was born 3 years ago The PP screening at six weeks didn't show any red flags–but something was wrong. Finding a perinatal therapist after six months and being diagnosed with PP anxiety and depression Casey's anger at what happened to her and how mothers are not being cared for properly Finding ways to help by “casting a wide net”- Casey chose to write a book. A closer look at Casey's postpartum preeclampsia experience (zero symptoms except for elevated blood pressure) Casey's overwhelming feelings of failure as a new mom The realization that things would have been very different had she been better prepared and educated about postpartum challenges. The impact of Casey's educational background (in psychology and forensic medicine) on her personal experience Gaps Casey is seeing in the way our healthcare system treats perinatal care, and the education (or lack of) that mothers are receiving The major problems with the timing of the “six-week checkup.” Casey's overriding goal in writing her book, The Alchemy of Motherhood Casey's experience with stigma, rage, and intrusive thoughts Casey's vision for a better future for struggling moms Resources: Connect with Casey Keen: Website, Instagram, and Casey's book,  The Alchemy of Motherhood Call the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA or visitcdph.ca.gov. Please find resources in English and Spanish at Postpartum Support International, or by phone/text at 1-800-944-4773.  There are many free resources, like online support groups, peer mentors, a specialist provider directory, and perinatal mental health training for therapists, physicians, nurses, doulas, and anyone who wants to be more supportive in offering services. You can also follow PSI on social media: Instagram, Facebook, and most other platforms. Visit www.postpartum.net/professionals/certificate-trainings/for information on the grief course.  Visit my website, www.wellmindperinatal.com, for more information, resources, and courses you can take today!  If you are a California resident seeking a therapist in perinatal mental health, please email me about openings for private pay clients.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Jinty and Lou sit down with Rosie Taylor, award-winning investigative journalist, broadcaster, media consultant, and host of the Mother Bodies podcast. Rosie has spent a decade reporting on women's health and family life for some of the UK's biggest publications. But what sets her apart is this: she hasn't just reported on the crisis in maternity care, she's lived it. Her own experience of birth trauma sent her on a mission to understand what is going wrong in our maternity system, and she has been reporting and campaigning on it ever since.In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, we explore: → How Rosie went from personal anger to understanding this as a systemic failure.→ Why postnatal care is described as the "Cinderella" of midwifery and why just £250 is allocated per woman postnatally vs £2,800 for antenatal care.→ The shocking dismissal of women in crisis including one who was told "stop making a fuss, everyone has babies" while suffering massive internal bleeding.→ The paradox of understaffed maternity wards and newly qualified midwives unable to find jobs.→ How racially minoritised women, disabled women, and those facing economic hardship are being failed most severely.→ Whether the 12 recommendations from the 2024 maternity inquiry are being acted upon and why nearly two thirds of maternal deaths happen postnatally.→ How patriarchal medical systems have systematically stripped power from midwives and mothers.→ What excellent maternity care actually looks like, and where we go from hereWe also chat about our week, including a new film that's just dropped and exactly how much alcohol is being drunk in parliament. Hear us rant! We end with something beautiful to carry you through the week.

This week on the Birth Trauma Mama Podcast listener series, Kayleigh is joined by Kayelynn to share her powerful story of preeclampsia, birth trauma, repeat C-sections, and the complicated journey of pregnancy after trauma. In honor of Preeclampsia Awareness Month, this episode highlights the reality of living through severe preeclampsia, navigating emergency medical decisions, and coping with the emotional aftermath that can linger long after birth.Kayelynn vulnerably shares her experiences across three pregnancies and births, from a traumatic induction and emergency C-section at 35 weeks to pursuing a VBAC after trauma to ultimately finding empowerment in choice, healing, and reclaiming trust in herself. This conversation is an honest reminder that healing is not always linear, and that “redemption” after birth trauma can look very different from what we imagine.✨ In this episode, we discuss:

Getting pregnant again after a C-section comes with unique physical, emotional, and hormonal considerations that many women are never told about. In this episode, we break down what to know about fertility after cesarean birth, scar tissue healing, adhesions, secondary infertility, VBAC considerations, pelvic floor recovery, and the emotional impact a C-section can leave on the body.We discuss how scar tissue and C-section healing may affect implantation, why some women experience difficulty conceiving after a cesarean, and the importance of supporting your core, pelvic floor, nervous system, and microbiome before trying for another baby. We also dive into placenta previa and accreta risks, uterine rupture statistics, spacing pregnancies after C-section, and how trauma can remain stored in the body long after birth.Whether you're preparing to conceive after a cesarean, considering a VBAC, healing from birth trauma, or simply wanting to better understand your body after a C-section, this episode offers both practical guidance and compassionate support.00:00 Trailer & Intro01:43 How C-Sections Can Affect Future Fertility03:52 Scar Tissue & Adhesions Explained05:25 Placenta Previa & Accreta Risks After Cesarean10:25 Antibiotics, Microbiome & Secondary Infertility11:41 Birth Trauma & Nervous System Healing15:25 Body Image, Desire & Emotional Recovery18:54 How Long Should You Wait Before Another Pregnancy?22:46 Pregnancy Spacing, Core Strength & Recovery24:29 Signs Your Scar May Need More Support26:15 Pelvic Floor Therapy & Core Healing29:19 Scar Massage, Gua Sha & Red Light Therapy32:18 Supplements & Nutrients for Scar Healing36:35 Preparing for a VBAC After C-Section38:38 Multiple C-Sections & Birth Decisions43:05 VBAC Statistics & Uterine Rupture Risks49:15 Why Birth Decisions Aren't One-Size-Fits-All50:25 Preconception Support After a C-Section51:30 Encouragement for Your Next Pregnancy JourneyResources From This Episode:Get $10 off Evvy Vaginal Test here!Bloom MethodThrive Physical Therapy (Dr. Lauren Mallari Snyder in San Diego)Restore PT - Sarah Grahm (local in Boise)Treasure Valley Pelvic Health Other Related Episodes:All About VBAC Part 1 EpisodeAll About VBAC Part 2 EpisodeVaginal Bugs and the Essential Role They Play Episode The Secret Fertility Factor No One Talks About EpisodeHome Birth Turned C-Section: Dr. Leah's Birth Story EpisodeDr Leah's Second Birth Story EpisodeDetoxing Before Pregnancy: What Actually Matters (And What Doesn't) EpisodeWhen Sex Hurts: The Root Cause No One Talks About EpisodePreconception: What It Is and Why It Matters EpisodeComing Off Birth Control: What Your Body Needs Before Pregnancy EpisodeBreastfeeding While Trying To Conceive EpisodeHealthy As A Mother Podcast | YouTubeHealthy As A Mother Podcast | InstagramHealthy As A Mother Podcast | TikTokHealthy As A Mother Podcast | Merch StoreFind more from Dr. Leah:Dr. Leah Gordon | InstagramDr. Leah Gordon | WebsiteWomanhood Wellness | WebsiteFind more from Dr. Morgan:Dr. Morgan MacDermott | InstagramDr. Morgan MacDermott | WebsiteUse code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 10% at EarthleyUse code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 15% at RedmondFor 20% off your first order at Needed, use code HEALTHYMOTHERSave $260 at Lumebox, use code HEALTHYASAMOTHERUse code HAAM and save 10% at Fond

This episode explores the profound identity shift that can happen after birth trauma, the grief of losing who you were before, the disorientation of feeling disconnected from yourself, and the complicated process of rebuilding after trauma. Kayleigh shares how trauma can reshape personality, relationships, interests, and even the way we experience parenthood itself.Through personal stories and reflections from the birth trauma community, this conversation offers validation, hope, and reassurance that healing does not mean becoming who you were before, it means learning to reconnect with yourself in a new way. If you've ever felt like birth trauma changed you forever, this episode reminds you that while trauma leaves its mark, healing can bring pieces of yourself back to life again.In this episode, we discuss:

In this powerful listener episode, Kayleigh is joined by identical twin sisters Alison and Holly, whose journeys through pregnancy, birth trauma, medical trauma, and survival became heartbreakingly intertwined. Both clinical psychologists, both high-achieving perfectionists, and both navigating pregnancy at the same time, neither could have imagined the life-altering experiences ahead of them.From severe pregnancy complications and traumatic medical experiences to a devastating accident involving Holly while pregnant with twins, this conversation explores the profound impact trauma can have not only on individuals but on families navigating it together.Through vulnerability, honesty, and immense strength, Alison and Holly share what it meant to survive the unimaginable while also supporting one another as sisters, twins, clinicians, and mothers.This episode is raw, validating, heartbreaking, and ultimately full of hope and resilience.

May is Maternal Health Awareness Month, and at The VBAC Link, we deeply believe that maternal health is so much more than physical well being. We recognize the complexity of every birth experience, and for those struggling, we send our love, solidarity, and support. In this HIGHLY anticipated episode, Lily and Paige sit down with birth trauma therapist Ashley Ward, LPCC about what trauma is, the many different ways it can present itself, and where to find healing. They talk about the culture of “ranking” birth stories and normalize the experience of feeling icky about a birth story, even if everything seemed perfect on paper. Ashley also shares her personal experiences with birth trauma in her most traumatic birth that appeared to be picture-perfect at a birth center. Her perspective gives both clinical insight and validation for experiences that are often minimized or misunderstood.Ashley believes that sharing birth stories matters, and they deserve a witness. In a world where shame can become the loudest voice in the room and birth conversations can split into divisive binaries, she aims to bring nuance, compassion, and dignity-informed care into the perinatal space. Birth does not happen in a vacuum, and Ashley beautifully reminds us that every birth is part of a larger story, one that existed before labor began and continues long after delivery.Topics include:What a panic attack can feel likeThe definition of traumaBirth trauma vs. medical traumaRanking birth stories as “better” or “worse”Feeling unsettled by your birth storyRadical acceptanceGrieving things you may never experienceBody acceptancePostpartum mental healthBirth story processingShame Finding joy Signs that you need professional helpKeywords: birth trauma, healing, postpartum, VBAC, CBAC, birth after cesarean, cesarean, C-section, mental health, postpartum anxiety, postpartum depression, panic attacks, radical acceptance, birth story processing, motherhood, trauma-informed care, postpartum therapist, birth center, induction, maternal mental health, perinatal therapyPostpartum Support International Provider DirectoryAshley Ward TherapyNeeded Website: Code VBAC for 20% OffThe Ultimate VBAC Prep Course for ParentsOnline VBAC Doula TrainingAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

In this episode, Dr. Tony Ebel discusses the important connection between the brain and gut, and how supporting this connection is key for children's health and wellbeing. He explains how the Vagus Nerve is the main pathway between the brain and gut, and a dysfunctional Vagus Nerve caused by a stressed nervous system can lead to many chronic health issues. Dr. Ebel emphasizes the need to focus on restoring nervous system function through a neurologically-focused chiropractor to truly help heal the gut and microbiome.Links & Resources:Episode 8: Why the Vagus Nerve is Key to Unlocking Your Child's Healing Potential[Apple/Spotify]Key Topics Covered:00:00 Why Gut Healing Often Stalls01:06 Understanding the Microbiome Made Simple06:45 The Missing Nervous System Connection09:43 How the Brain Controls Digestion12:53 Vagus Nerve & Gut Communication15:58 The Perfect Storm Behind Dysfunction19:43 Dysautonomia, Stress & Inflammation Explained26:13 Measuring Subluxation Through INSiGHT Scans28:34 Birth Trauma & Chronic Gut Issues30:34 Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Explained34:54 Practical Next Steps for Families-- Follow us on Socials: Instagram: @pxdocsFacebook: Dr. Tony Ebel & The PX Docs NetworkYoutube: The PX DocsFor more information, visit PXDocs.com to read informative articles about the power of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care.Find a PX Doc Office near me: PX DOCS DirectoryTo watch Dr. Tony's 30 min Perfect Storm Webinar: Click Here

Most birth conversations stop in the delivery room. This one goes far beyond it.Eyla Cuenca has attended around 300 births over the past 15 years, training doulas and helping women process birth trauma that often stretches back generations. In this episode, Eyla shares what changed after she birthed her own daughter, the grief that surfaced during labor, and why she stepped away from the polarity between hospital birth and free birth.We also dive into postpartum phone addiction, Edward Tronick's still-face experiment, and Eyla's perspective on when the soul fully anchors into the body.From there, the conversation expands into reincarnation, soul fractals, the Akashic record, and a deeply personal story about how a mushroom ceremony reshaped my relationship to past abortions and circumcision.We close on the legal side of birth: birth certificates, hospital paperwork, and what really happens to the placenta once it's classified as “birth waste.”To enroll in the Sacred Postpartum Doula Training, visit lukestorey.com/doulatraining and use code LUKE10 for 10% off.For the Uncovering Birth Method Educator Training and Certification, visit uncoveringbirth.com/birth-educator-certificationFor the When Birth Heals the Mother Masterclass, visit uncoveringbirth.com/when-birth-heals-the-motherTo generate your free birth plan, visit uncoveringbirth.com/birth-plan-with-uncovering-birthYou'll learn:[00:00] Introduction[19:14] Why boredom might be the most underrated thing you can give a child[35:12] How far the natural birth movement has actually come[43:22] What it really takes to commit to a home birth[1:03:12] Did your soul choose this birth?[1:11:12] What I learned about time, past lives, and having nowhere to hide[1:37:05] The strange energy that surrounds the moment of birth and death[1:50:00] The ceremony that changed how I felt about becoming a father[1:59:05] What the hospital actually owns the moment your baby is born[2:20:03] What most doula training gets completely wrongResources Mentioned:Read: A Horse Named Lonesome: Tales and Teachings to Reclaim Connection, Transcend Separation, and Discover the Divine Within by Luke Storey | BookEdward Tronick | WikipediaFreedom | WebsiteQuanta Academy | WebsiteFamily Constellations | WikipediaBert Hellinger | WebsiteMorphogenetic Field | WikipediaYour Sovereign Baby | WebsiteViktor Frankl | WebsiteAndrew Kaufman | WebsiteFull shownotes at lukestorey.com/birthkeeper2Related The Life Stylist Episodes:Birth Keeper: A Doula's Guide to Natural Child Bearing w/ Eyla Cuenca (Men Are Welcome!) | PodcastCommon Law School: Escape the Free-Range Tax Slave Matrix Legally | PodcastThe Truth Shall Set You Free: Quitting the US Corporation & Breaking The Matrix | PodcastCommon Law School Part 2: Mastering Money & Dismantling Debt | PodcastAre Trusts the Key to Financial Freedom in the Matrix?: The Art of Living Privately | PodcastHow to Divorce Yourself from Government Jurisdiction and Create Your Own | PodcastBreaking Free: State National Status & Sovereignty Made Simple w/ Kenneth Plaster | PodcastGerms Don't Cause Disease: Unmasking Contagion & Virology Myths w/ Dr. Andrew Kaufman | PodcastAwakening Spiritual Law: A Bridge from Babylon to the New Earth w/ Michael Joseph & Phil Mederi | PodcastFind more from Eyla:Uncovering Birth | Website | Instagram | Facebook | X | TikTok | YouTubeFind more from Luke:Luke Storey | Instagram | Facebook | X | YouTube | LinkedInJUST...

In this episode of the Experience Miracles podcast, Dr. Tony Ebel tackles one of the most emotionally charged and scientifically complex questions parents ask: why do some kids go through the same birth interventions — C-sections, forceps, vacuum, induction — and come out healthy, while others spiral into chronic illness, neurodevelopmental challenges, and the perfect storm? Dr. Tony breaks it all down through the lens of nervous system resilience, the house and storm analogy, and the upstream factors that shape a child's ability to handle stress before they ever take their first breath. This is not a conversation about blame — it's a conversation about clarity, understanding, and how to move your family powerfully forward.-----Links & Resources:Register for the FREE & VIRTUAL Resilient Family Summit: thepxdocs.com/family-----Key Topics & Timestamps01:00 The Real Scope of Birth Interventions and the Perfect Storm 06:00 Birth Trauma Is Real: The Malpractice and Actuarial Science Case 14:00 Introducing the House and Storm Analogy 20:00 Survival vs. Thriving: The Gap Nobody Talks About 23:00 Oliver's Story and the Pre-Storm Work That Matters Most 27:00 How Maternal Stress and Prenatal Health Shape Baby's Nervous System 32:00 Why Two Kids With the Same C-Section Can Have Completely Different Outcomes36:00 Adaptability, Reserve Capacity, and Resilience: The Three Terms to Know 51:00 It's Not Your Fault: The Closing Message Every Parent Needs to Hear-- Follow us on Socials: Instagram: @pxdocsFacebook: Dr. Tony Ebel & The PX Docs NetworkYoutube: The PX DocsFor more information, visit PXDocs.com to read informative articles about the power of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care.Find a PX Doc Office near me: PX DOCS DirectoryTo watch Dr. Tony's 30 min Perfect Storm Webinar: Click Here

Welcome back to another episode in my series about Attachment Play, this time in conversations with Eliza Parker. Eliza is a certified Aware Parenting Instructor, Infant Developmental Movement Educator, Body-Mind Centering Practitioner, and trained Feldenkrais® practitioner. American sign language interpreter. She has special expertise in healing birth trauma, and parental attunement to non-verbal cues and crying. In this episode we talk about how Aware Parenting and Attachment Play helps babies and toddlers to process their early experiences from conception, pregnancy, birth and the early post-partum period. She shares some of the ways that stress and trauma from early experiences present in babies and young children and describes how attachment play, specifically symbolic play and power-reversal play are so effective in the families she supports. We discuss the importance of giving information to babies and children to make sense of their experiences, as part of their healing. We talk about trusting the innate wisdom of babies and children to know and to communicate to us what they need in order to heal. To learn more about Eliza, please visit www.consciousbaby.com or follow her on facebook or Instagram at Eliza Parker Conscious Baby. For support with this or any other aspect of Aware Parenting, I invite you to get in touch at https://awareparenting.com.au/contact-me/

In this mini episode, Kayleigh opens up about the often unexpected and deeply layered experience of Mother's Day after birth trauma. She offers validation, normalization, and gentle guidance for navigating a day that can feel both meaningful and incredibly heavy.

Dr. Tony Ebel tackles one of the most emotionally charged topics parents face — bedwetting and enuresis. He breaks down the complex neurophysiology behind bladder control, explains why conventional explanations like low antidiuretic hormone (ADH) are real but incomplete, and walks parents through the three outcomes he sees clinically when kids receive Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care. Dr. Tony connects the dots between nervous system dysregulation, sympathetic dominance, disrupted circadian rhythms, and why so many kids struggle to stay dry at night — and more importantly, what parents can do about it at the root cause level.------Links & Resources: Register for the FREE & VIRTUAL Resilient Family Summit: thepxdocs.com/familyFree article: Understanding & Overcoming Nocturnal Enuresis-----Key Topics & Timestamps1:00 Why Bedwetting Is Both an Emotional and Neurological Milestone03:00 The Three Clinical Outcomes Dr. Tony Sees in Practice07:00 Subluxation, the Neurospinal System & the Brain-Bladder Pathway10:00 When Emotional Trauma Is the Root Cause13:00 Physical Stress, Birth Trauma & the Lumbosacral Region15:00 Chemical Stress, Neuroinflammation & the Gut Connection16:00 The Fuse Box Analogy Explained28:00 ADH, the Autonomic Nervous System & Why the Hormonal Explanation Is Incomplete31:00 The Neurophysiological Pendulum Effect & Deep Sleep Connection43:00 Finding Root Cause Care & Next Steps for Your Family-- Follow us on Socials: Instagram: @pxdocsFacebook: Dr. Tony Ebel & The PX Docs NetworkYoutube: The PX DocsFor more information, visit PXDocs.com to read informative articles about the power of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care.Find a PX Doc Office near me: PX DOCS DirectoryTo watch Dr. Tony's 30 min Perfect Storm Webinar: Click Here

In this special episode of Australian VBAC Stories, co-host Katelyn, doula and VBAC educator, openly shares the story of her three daughters' births, and the many ways they've shaped who she is today.Her first pregnancy was incredibly challenging. She found herself in a private care model that didn't feel aligned, facing repeated pressure around sweeps and induction. Her labour became intense and overwhelming, with syntocinon, limited support, a posterior baby, and growing concerns for her baby's wellbeing. It ended in a cesarean, followed by separation from her baby and confusing, inconsistent breastfeeding advice. It left her feeling anxious, disconnected from her instincts, and unsure of her voice.From there, Katelyn began to seek something different. She immersed herself in VBAC education and found a supportive community. For her second birth, she planned a VBAC at hole with a private midwife. She laboured for a long time and gave so much of herself to the process, but when progress stalled, she transferred to hospital and ultimately had another cesarean. This time, though, things felt different - she had more agency, more support, and a stronger sense of being part of the decision-making, even as she continued to process the grief of how things unfolded.By her third pregnancy, there was a real shift. Katelyn focused deeply on her emotional wellbeing and letting go of expectations. She laboured at home again, grounded and supported, before transferring for an epidural and cesarean when her baby still wasn't descending. Afterwards, she learned there were physical factors at play - significant adhesions and a velamentous cord insertion - which helped bring clarity and understanding to her experiences.What stands out most in Katelyn's story is the evolution of how she felt within each birth. Through it all, she speaks with honesty about the complexity of grief and healing, but also with a sense of peace, empowerment, and deep gratitude. Her journey has not only shaped her as a mother, but also inspired the work she now does supporting others as a doula and through her VBAC education course.

In this powerful Listener Series episode, Kayleigh sits down with Leah to share her story of giving birth during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, navigating a traumatic delivery, and enduring years of unexplained postpartum pain before finally being diagnosed with severe endometriosis. Leah opens up about medical dismissal, complex trauma, subsequent pregnancies, and the ongoing journey of healing, both physically and emotionally. This episode is a raw and honest look at what happens when trauma isn't just one moment, but a series of experiences over time.In this episode, we talk about:

This week I sit down with Steph & Gian, winner of The Block season 9 to chat all things life after the block and their journey in becoming parents. We delve into The Block post show blues, losing our sense of purpose and identity, mental health issues when everything is seemingly ok on the outside. We discuss their journey to falling pregnant, endometriosis, genetic testing and a traumatic life threatening birth and so much more.A big thank you to our episode sponsors Lacevo and Baby Sensory and Toddler Sense. LacevoInstagram: @lacevoofficialWebsite: lacevo.com Baby Sensory and Toddler SenseInstagram: @babysensorytoddlersenseaunzWebsite: babysensory.com.au InstagramFollow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodFollow Steph on Instagram @stephjoottavioFollow Steph & Gian on Instagram @stephandgian ShareWe'd love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Sophia sits down with Liz Eidelman, a birth doula and mom of two, who shares her powerful journey through two very different birth experiences. After a traumatic first birth and unexpected NICU stay, Liz entered her second pregnancy seeking a different experience — but still found herself navigating fear, medical pressure, and ultimately a cesarean birth.This conversation explores how birth trauma, conditioning, and fear influence decision-making, and how Liz transformed her experiences into a passion for supporting other women as a doula. They also discuss NICU experiences, feeding after birth trauma, and the importance of education and emotional preparation.Connect with Liz: ▸ IG @The.sage.sister OR @ LizEidelman▸ website Connect with Sophia: ▸ Website Our Favorite products to recommend: ▶︎Afterease Tincture by Wish Garden Herbs: ▶︎Sitz Bath Herbs by Motherlove Organics: ▶︎HIRO diapers: Chapters: 00:00 Intro01:30 Liz's first pregnancy + birth04:30 NICU + diagnosis (VACTERL / TEF)08:30 Postpartum + separation from baby11:00 Second pregnancy + fear14:30 Hiring a doula + switching care24:00 Induction pressure + decision making28:00 Cesarean experience30:30 Becoming a doula33:00 Feeding after trauma36:00 Fear + conditioning around birth38:00 Why education matters early43:00 Healing through birth work47:00 Where to find LizThis podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The views and experiences shared by guests are their own and do not constitute medical, legal, or professional advice.We are not providing medical or legal guidance, nor are we encouraging listeners to engage in any practice that may be unsafe or unlawful in their jurisdiction. Birth choices, medical care decisions, and midwifery practices are highly regulated and vary by state and country.Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified, licensed professionals and to research the laws applicable to their location before making any health or birth-related decisions.By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own decisions and actions.The show notes may contain affiliate links. IF you click and purchase product or service I might be compensated. Thank you for your support. 

In today's episode, one of Trisha's clients, Holly, shares the story of two very different births and two equally different breastfeeding experiences, and what shifted between them.Her first labor began spontaneously but ended with a vacuum delivery, and the demoralizing message that her “pushes weren't productive.”  Breastfeeding was just as difficult, leading to a year of mostly exclusive pumping and undiagnosed postpartum anxiety. Four years later, she approached birth with real preparation, a clear plan, and a timely transfer of care to a midwife who immediately changed the tone of her birth experience.This episode examines how preparation, autonomy, and the right support can change not only the course of a labor, but the way a mother understands her own strength.**********Send us Fan Mail Needed

In the forty-seventh episode of The Motherwhelm, I am joined by Jen, a mum of three who shares her journey from a highly organised, intuitive perfectionist into the realities of motherhood.Jen reflects on her difficult first pregnancy and emergency caesarean, a challenging postpartum period marked by pain, anxiety, and delayed bonding, and a distressing early hospital experience. As her family grew, she gained confidence through two planned caesareans, learning to trust her instincts, and adopting a more intuitive, cue-based approach to parenting.She also speaks openly about feeding challenges, relationship strain and growth, and the deep exhaustion of motherhood. These are experiences that led her to found Sleep Thrive Grow, where she now supports families with compassionate, individualised sleep coaching.This episode is an honest reflection on identity, healing, and learning to trust yourself as a mother.

April is Cesarean Awareness Month, and we're re-releasing this incredibly important conversation to spotlight the complexities, emotions, and real stories behind C-sections.On this solo episode, Kayleigh is discussing all things c-section. She shares a few different studies highlighting the data on c-sections and PTSD, as well as how they compare to other modes of delivery. Kayleigh also touches on TOLACs and planned cesarean sections after birth trauma. In this episode:- Types of C-Sections- C-Section and birth trauma- Communication and Support as mitigating factors- Delivery decisions after birth trauma (TOLAC v. planned c-section)- C-Sections under general anesthesiaStudies Discussed:Garthus-Niegel S, von Soest T, Knoph C, Simonsen TB, Torgersen L, Eberhard-Gran M. The influence of women's preferences and actual mode of delivery on post-traumatic stress symptoms following childbirth: a population-based, longitudinal study. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth. 2014 Jun 5;14:191. doi: 10.1186/1471-2393-14-191. PMID: 24898436; PMCID: PMC4053555.Orovou E, Iliadou M, Chatzopoulou MT, Dagla M, Eskitzis P, Rigas N, Antoniou E. The Relation between Birth with Cesarean Section and Posttraumatic Stress in Postpartum Women. Maedica (Bucur). 2023 Dec;18(4):615-622. doi: 10.26574/maedica.2023.18.4.615. PMID: 38348064; PMCID: PMC10859197.Rowlands IJ, Redshaw M. Mode of birth and women's psychological and physical wellbeing in the postnatal period. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth. 2012 Nov 28;12:138. doi: 10.1186/1471-2393-12-138. PMID: 23190575; PMCID: PMC3533875.For more birth trauma content and a community full of love and support, head to my Instagram at @thebirthtrauma_mama.Learn more about the support and services I offer through The Birth Trauma Mama Therapy & Support Services.Disclaimer - The views and opinions expressed by guests on The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official stance, views, or positions of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast. The content shared is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional or medical advice and/or endorsement.Why This Episode Matters: C-sections are the most common major surgery performed on women, yet they're often misunderstood and under-supported. Whether you're a birthing parent, a partner, a provider, or a friend—this episode offers insight and empathy that can shift how we talk about and hold space for C-section experiences.For more birth trauma content and a community full of love and support, head to my Instagram at @thebirthtrauma_mama.Learn more about the support and services I offer through The Birth Trauma Mama Therapy & Support Services.Disclaimer - The views and opinions expressed by guests on The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official stance, views, or positions of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast. The content shared is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional or medical advice and/or endorsement.

Send us Fan MailBecoming a father isn't the reason to stop chasing hard things…It's a the reason to dream bigger!In this episode, Oscar sits down with a fellow father, Chris Avery, preparing for an incredible challenge: running 31 miles every day for 365 days around the perimeter of America.But the real conversation goes deeper than the miles.This episode explores how fatherhood reshapes a man's sense of purpose, why our kids are always watching what we pursue, and how doing hard things becomes one of the greatest gifts we can model for our daughters.A conversation about resilience, discipline, presence, and why your mission as a father should grow—not shrink—after kids. 

A new report from the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute finds nearly half of mothers... have experienced birth trauma. Melanie Beagley, senior health research analyst at the Gardner Institute and lead author of the report, joins the show to discuss the impact and resources for support.

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Infantile spasms are one of the most frightening neurological emergencies a parent can face — and most families are told that 80 to 90% of children will go on to have lifelong developmental delays and continued seizure disorders. In this deep dive, Dr. Tony Ebel breaks down what infantile spasms actually are, what's driving them at the root level, and what the families who beat the odds are doing differently. He walks through the perfect storm of birth trauma, nervous system dysregulation, and subluxation that underlies nearly every case he has seen — and explains why the warning signs are almost always there long before the spasms begin. Drawing from his own son Oliver's story and the remarkable case of twins Jordan and Teo, Dr. Tony makes clear that emergency medical care is non-negotiable — and makes an equally strong case for why Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care needs to be part of the plan from day one to address the root cause and give every kiddo the best possible shot at a full, healthy, seizure-free life.-----Links & ResourcesUnderstanding Infantile Spasms: A Comprehensive Guide for ParentsPWC Intensive Program for Advanced Neurological Cases: https://premierwellnesschiro.com/the-perfect-storm/-----Key Topics & Timestamps4:00  Medical First: Why Emergency Care and an Epileptologist Are Non-Negotiable8:00 What Are Infantile Spasms? Signs, Symptoms, and Why They're Easy to Miss11:00 The Perfect Storm: Birth Trauma, Colic, and Early Warning Signs17:00 The Statistics Every Infantile Spasms Parent Needs to Know22:00 Flipping the Stats: Focusing on the 10–20% Who Thrive28:00 Threading the Needle: Respecting Medicine While Fighting for a Drug-Free Path36:00 The Nervous System Lens: Subluxation, Dysautonomia, and the Vagus Nerve38:00 Teo's Story: Twins, a Traumatic C-Section, and a Miracle Adjustment47:00 Action Steps and How to Find a Neurologically Focused PX Doctor-- Follow us on Socials: Instagram: @pxdocs Facebook: Dr. Tony Ebel & The PX Docs Network Youtube: The PX Docs For more information, visit PXDocs.com to read informative articles about the power of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care. Find a PX Doc Office near me: PX DOCS DirectoryTo watch Dr. Tony's 30 min Perfect Storm Webinar: Click Here

On today's episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Kayleigh welcomes Anya to share the story of her first birth — a pregnancy that was completely uncomplicated until a cascade of unexpected events in labor led to a traumatic emergency C-section experience.Anya opens up about feeling pressured into surgery, a frightening complication with anesthesia in the operating room, and the terror of feeling unable to breathe while fully conscious. Her story highlights how quickly birth can shift and how important communication, consent, and emotional support are during labor and delivery. In this episode, we discuss:✨ An uncomplicated pregnancy that suddenly shifted during labor

In this re-released episode of the Awake & Winning Podcast, Kaylor Betts revisits one of the most powerful and controversial conversations the show has ever aired. This episode was too important to leave buried in the archives. Kaylor sits down with traditional birth companion Billie Harrigan to unpack how modern birth became medicalized and what that can mean for mothers, babies, and families. Billie shares her own traumatic first birth story and explains why many women describe hospital birth as a violation of consent, agency, and dignity. Together, they explore when Western medicine is genuinely lifesaving, why the "clock" drives so many interventions, and how calm, family-centered birth environments may support bonding and nervous system regulation. They also discuss common fears around home birth, the role of fathers, and the deeper question: is birth a medical emergency or a physiological process? If you're planning a family, questioning the system, or care about informed consent and sovereignty, this is an episode worth hearing twice.     Episode Highlights: birth trauma, home birth, informed consent, medicalization of childbirth, PTSD postpartum, nervous system regulation, oxytocin and bonding, c-sections and "failure to progress", induction timelines, father's role in birth, neonatal breathing support basics, Western medicine in true emergencies     Takeaways: Birth is usually a physiological process, not automatically a medical event Interventions can create cascades that lead to more intervention and more trauma Trauma is often linked to violation, loss of agency, fear, and helplessness A calm environment may support bonding and nervous system regulation after birth Fathers can be a stabilizing anchor by staying connected, calm, and present Having a transfer plan can reduce fear without defaulting to hospital-first thinking Parents feel stronger when they understand options, risks, and consent boundaries     If this episode lit a fire under you, don't keep it to yourself. Screenshot it, throw it up on Instagram, and tag @thekaylorbetts or @bettsnation so we can share the love. And hey, if you're vibing with the show, take 30 seconds to drop us a 5-star review, it helps us reach more freedom-loving legends like you.   _____________________________   RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:   Instagram |  https://www.instagram.com/billieharrigan/ | https://www.instagram.com/birthtraumaontario/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/billieharriganconsulting |  https://www.facebook.com/birthtraumaontario/ Websites  |  https://billieharrigan.com/  |  https://birthtraumaontario.ca/  |  https://thehivecollective.life/     _____________________________   SPONSORS: Truly Tallow | https://www.trulytallow.com/ Use code "SUNNYBALLS10" at checkout for 10% off your order _____________________________   IMPORTANT UPDATES:   Join the Betts Nation | https://bettsnation.ca/biz-kb/  Follow Kaylor on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/thekaylorbetts/ Follow Betts Nation on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/bettsnation/  Join Kaylor's Newsletter | https://awakeandwinning.lpages.co/optin/  _____________________________   CHAPTERS: 00:03 – Meet Billie Harrigan & the "awakening" story 01:03 – First birth: coercion, fear, and medical pressure 03:28 – The moment the system shows its true face 05:53 – NICU separation + the aftermath 08:26 – When Western medicine is actually needed 10:16 – Birth as normal physiology (not a procedure) 13:03 – Why many women describe birth as violation 16:57 – Nervous system, oxytocin, bonding, and baby temperament 21:02 – "Birth is the last to go" (indoctrination + history) 35:43 – Birth pools, privacy, and comfort tools 39:16 – Father's role: presence, safety, intimacy 43:19 – Vitamin K + newborn injection questions 54:43 – Why the system defends itself + closing links  

What if the reason you're still leaking, feeling heaviness, or struggling postpartum isn't because you're broken but because no one ever taught you how to truly heal? So many women don't hear the words pelvic floor until after they've given birth when they're already dealing with incontinence, prolapse, pain with intimacy, or a body that feels unfamiliar and disconnected. In this episode, Cait sits down with Jessica London, Doctor of Physical Therapy and founder of Your Postpartum PT, to unpack what pelvic floor health actually is and why "just do Kegels" is outdated advice. Jessica shares why pelvic floor healing is about so much more than strengthening a muscle. It's about nervous system regulation, stress management, shame release, and whole-body recovery. They explore how birth (whether vaginal or C-section) impacts the body, why one in three women experience pelvic floor dysfunction, and how ambitious, high-achieving moms often struggle the most with slowing down enough to truly heal. Tune in to hear: What the pelvic floor actually is (in simple, clear terms) Why Kegels alone are not the solution The surprising connection between your jaw, stress levels, and pelvic floor tension Why birth is "physiologically normal" but still requires real rehabilitation How nervous system dysregulation impacts healing Why shame keeps so many women silent — and how to dissolve it What true postpartum recovery should look like Why virtual pelvic floor therapy can lead to faster, more consistent results   Connect with Jessica: Instagram: @yourpostpartumpt Jessica's podcast: What About Mom?   If this episode resonates with you, don't forget to share it to your stories and tag @themillionairemother, or leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts-it helps more mamas find this show.

Are you constantly asking… "Why is my child always sick?"   If your child is getting sick every month, dealing with chronic ear infections, constant fevers, or living on antibiotics — this episode is for you.   Many parents are told that 6–10 illnesses per year is "normal." But is it really? Or have we normalized dysfunction?   In this episode, we break down:   What's actually normal vs. not normal   The truth about fevers (and when NOT to suppress them)   Why chronic ear infections keep coming back   The hidden connection between the nervous system and immunity   How antibiotics and probiotics can create a cycle   How to build true resilience in your child's immune system   This isn't about "treating sickness." It's about building kids who adapt, regulate, and thrive.   If you're tired of the sick cycle — listen all the way through.   Key Timestamps 00:00 – Is It Normal for Kids to Be Sick 6–10 Times a Year? 05:15 – The Truth About Fevers (Stop Suppressing Them) 11:00 – Nervous System + Immune System Connection 15:00 – Birth Trauma, C-Sections & Gut Health 18:30 – The Probiotic & Antibiotic Cycle Explained 22:15 – How to Build Real Immune Resilience in Kids  

In this episode, Kayleigh talks about something that comes up again and again in our community: how, when, and whether to share your birth trauma story. From conversations with pregnant friends to posting publicly or presenting professionally, this episode explores navigating boundaries, safety, and connection, without shame. You are allowed to share your story. And you're also allowed to protect it.In this episode, we talk about:

In this listener series episode, Kayleigh sits down with Nicola, a physician who shares her own experience with birth trauma, placenta previa, a massive hemorrhage, and a terrifying NICU journey with her son. Nicola opens up about what it's like to be on the other side of medicine, how “knowing too much” can increase anxiety, and the deep loneliness that can come with traumatic birth and a NICU stay. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone navigating birth trauma, NICU life, or the long road of healing afterward.In this episode, we talk about:

In this powerful and compassionate conversation, I'm joined by Mrs. Brigid Tebaldi, a women's health coach and birth trauma specialist from Loreto Wellness, to explore how our earliest experiences—especially around birth—can shape our identity, attachment patterns, and nervous system for years to come.We unpack what birth trauma truly is (and what it isn't), how it can quietly inform core woundings, and why so many women find themselves stuck in patterns of overfunctioning, people-pleasing, and emotional disconnection without understanding why.Brigid brings a deeply grounding, physiology-informed perspective to healing—helping us understand how the body holds these experiences and how safety, regulation, and reconnection are possible through nervous system repair rather than willpower alone.In this episode, we discuss:​What birth trauma is and how it can show up later in life​The connection between early experiences, identity, and core wounds​Why overfunctioning and people-pleasing are often survival responses​How disconnection happens—and how the body can lead us back to safety​Practical, body-based pathways toward healing and integrationThis episode is especially meaningful for anyone who feels like they've been “holding it all together” for too long and are ready to move from survival into wholeness.⸻

Send a textMedical and birth trauma can happen when care meant to help also involves fear, helplessness, loss of control, or violations of consent and dignity. In this episode, we explore why “routine” experiences can still leave lasting nervous system imprints, especially when a person feels rushed, unheard, exposed, or powerless. Using simple polyvagal-informed language, we look at fight/flight and shutdown responses in medical settings, common aftereffects like avoidance of care or panic in clinics, and practical ways to reclaim choice. We close with a grounding practice that emphasises resourcing and choice—two key ingredients for nervous system safety.In this episode, you'll learnWhat medical and birth trauma is (beyond outcomes)Why consent, choice, and dignity are central nervous-system needsPolyvagal-informed patterns: mobilised protection vs shutdown in medical contextsCommon signs (non-diagnostic): avoidance of care, panic in clinics, distrust, shame, disconnectionWhat helps: reclaiming small choices, support scripts, debriefing, gentle body reconnection, trauma-informed supportA short grounding practice focused on resourcing and choiceGrounding practice (2–3 minutes): “Resourced Breath + Choice Point”Bring to mind a neutral-to-good resource imageChoose one breathing option (choice matters)Say: “Right now, I have choices” + name one small supportive choiceHand-on-body support: “Thank you, body, for protecting me.”Check the website for the free resources offered for both those affected by trauma and those supporting them.What's next: When the Environment Is the Threat: Chronic Stress Without an ExitSupport the show

Dr. Tony Ebel reveals the critical missing piece in the MAHA (Make America Healthy Again) movement's children's health strategy. While the MAHA report thoroughly addresses toxins, nutrition, and environmental factors affecting kids' health, it overlooks a fundamental issue present in nearly 100% of children struggling with autism, ADHD, and chronic health challenges: nervous system dysregulation stemming from birth trauma and early life stress. Dr. Tony shares his commitment to bringing this missing piece to national policy discussions while offering hope to parents that their children aren't broken and there's a path forward.-----Links & ResourcesThe MAHA Report – Make Our Children Healthy Again https://www.whitehouse.gov/maha/-----Key Topics & Timestamps03:00 The Chronic Illness Epidemic in Children9:00 The Neurological Side of MAHA: Flipping the Script14:00 How the Brain Stuck in Survival Mode Changes Everything19:00 The Gut-Brain Connection and Vagal Nerve Dysfunction22:00 Neuroinflammation and the Developmental Impact27:00 Birth Trauma: The First Stress Test (Without Blame)31:00 Why Kids Aren't Broken: The Path Forward34:00 Neurologically Focused Chiropractic: The Missing Profession-- Follow us on Socials: Instagram: @pxdocs Facebook: Dr. Tony Ebel & The PX Docs Network Youtube: The PX Docs For more information, visit PXDocs.com to read informative articles about the power of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care. Find a PX Doc Office near me: PX DOCS DirectoryTo watch Dr. Tony's 30 min Perfect Storm Webinar: Click Here

Birth is good.And birth is not tame.Birth is holy and wild. It is powerful, unpredictable, and not something we can fully control or make “safe” in the way modern culture often promises. When we forget that, we can be left confused or unprepared for how deeply a birth experience might impact us—even when everything looks fine from the outside.In this episode, we're talking about the difference between disappointment and trauma in birth. Disappointment often comes from unmet hopes or expectations. Trauma goes deeper. Trauma is a deeply distressing experience—or series of experiences—that overwhelms the nervous system and leaves a lasting imprint on the body, the mind, and our sense of safety.And trauma is not defined by what happened on a chart.It's defined by how the experience was received in the body.We talk about why it's so important to process hard or intense birth experiences, and why this work should be done with someone who understands both birth and trauma. Not someone who rushes to silver linings or spiritual bypassing—but someone who knows how to sit with the body's story and help it integrate what happened.We share supportive tools that can help the nervous system come back into regulation, including:Bilateral stimulation (EMDR, binaural tracks, walking, brainspotting, butterfly hug/tapping)Shaking and gentle movement to release stored stressEFT / tappingSimple supports like nourishment, warm baths, flower essences, rest, and deep gentleness with yourselfWe also touch on surprisingly practical tools like playing Tetris in the early aftermath of a hard experience, which has been shown to support memory integration.This conversation includes pieces of our own stories:Lauren's interrupted third stageBrooke's manual placenta removalBoth moments where necessary intervention still left an imprint that required care, time, and compassion to heal.We also talk about prevention—how having the right team, realistic expectations, and emotional support can cushion the wildness of birth. Birth does not need to be controlled to be held well. But it does need to be witnessed, respected, and supported.This episode is an invitation to approach birth honestly:to honor it as good, holy, and life-giving—and to acknowledge that its wildness sometimes leaves tender places that deserve gentleness, care, and wise support.Connect:Email us to say hi: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠holywildbirth@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Put in a request for future topics and/or submit a question for future Q&A episodes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fill out the form⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply to tell your birth story on the podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Holy Wild Birth Podcast : Guest Application⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hang out with us and other Holy Wild Women in our private community (off Facebook): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rooted in Eden PMA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a holy, wild birthkeeper with us inside ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hearthmother Journey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠From Lauren:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Midwifery consults: Email  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rootedinedenpma@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠From Brooke:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trust God, Trust Birth Workshop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - a 5-part high-level roadmap to a confident home birth (pay what you can)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Faith-Filled Home Birth Workshop ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- a free, 3-part video series delivered to your inbox⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Embrace Birth Journey ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- comprehensive and holistic faith-based home birth preparation (courses + private community)Intro and Outra Music Credit -Betty Dear By ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Blue Dot Sessions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is licensed under a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Creative Commons License⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this powerful conversation, Dr. Tony Ebel sits down with Del Bigtree, founder of ICAN (Informed Consent Action Network) and host of The Highwire, to discuss the critical intersection of nervous system health, vaccines, and chronic childhood illness. Del shares groundbreaking insights into vaccine safety research (or lack thereof), while Dr. Tony reveals his clinical discoveries about the "perfect storm" - how birth trauma, nervous system dysregulation, and toxic exposure create the foundation for adverse vaccine reactions in some children but not others. This episode covers the shocking truth about vaccine safety studies, the 80-90% correlation between birth interventions and autism, the connection between colic and autism, and the incredible momentum of the MAHA movement toward medical freedom.-----Del's Social Media and Websites:https://thehighwire.comhttps://icandecide.orghttps://x.com/delbigtree?s=20https://www.instagram.com/delbigtree/https://www.aninconvenientstudy.com-----Key Topics & Timestamps06:00 Why do some kids react to vaccines while others don't?09:00 Autism as a detoxification disorder: Aluminum, methylation, and MTHFR13:00 Autism as brain injury: Understanding the inflammatory connection20:00 The perfect storm: Birth trauma, pregnancy stress, and toxic load23:00 The 80-90% statistic: Birth trauma correlation with chronic illness25:00 Colic to autism: They were never growing out of it29:00 Action step: How to find vaccine package inserts - Section 6.131:00 The Hepatitis B scandal: 147 children, 5 days, no placebo40:00 The pediatrician paradox: Why refuse to care for unvaccinated kids?54:00The presidential suite meeting: Del tells RFK Jr. to run for president58:00 In the Oval Office: Watching RFK Jr. sworn in - beyond our wildest dreams1:04:00 An Inconvenient Study: The pro-vaccine researcher's confession on camera-- Follow us on Socials: Instagram: @pxdocs Facebook: Dr. Tony Ebel & The PX Docs Network Youtube: The PX Docs For more information, visit PXDocs.com to read informative articles about the power of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care. Find a PX Doc Office near me: PX DOCS DirectoryTo watch Dr. Tony's 30 min Perfect Storm Webinar: Click Here

✨ Special Re-Release ✨ Parenting After Birth TraumaAs our children grow, many of us begin to notice something unexpected: the ways our birth trauma continues to show up, not just in our bodies and minds, but in our parenting.In this special re-release episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, we revisit a conversation that feels just as relevant, if not more so, today. Kayleigh offers a brief but meaningful overview of what it means to parent after birth trauma, and why this topic comes up again and again in our community.Parenting after birth trauma is layered and complex. It may include unresolved trauma from pregnancy, birth, postpartum, or earlier life experiences, all of which can shape how we bond with, protect, and respond to our children. This episode doesn't cover everything, but it opens the door to awareness, reflection, and compassion.Whether you're parenting a newborn, a toddler, or an older child, this re-release offers perspective for navigating the emotional ripple effects of trauma while raising humans you love deeply.In this episode, we discuss:

Welcome back to Everymum the podcast with me, Aisling Keenan. My guest this week is Michelle Flynn, a psychotherapist who specialises in perinatal mental health. We talk on today's episode about birth trauma: something many parents will recognise, but not as many feel truly 'allowed' to claim. For some, birth just doesn't go to plan, it leaves a lasting imprint that shows up in the body, in confidence, in relationships and in the day-to-day experience of parenting. And that can be so confusing, especially when you're told you should feel grateful because your baby is healthy. In this conversation, Michelle and I unpack what birth trauma actually is, and why it isn't defined by how dramatic, dangerous or “successful” a birth appeared from the outside. We talk about how feeling unheard, rushed, powerless or unsafe can be traumatic in itself, and how those experiences can linger months or even years later. We also explore the impact on bonding with your baby, on partners and non-birthing parents and on future pregnancies, as well as the shame and silence that often surround these experiences. Most importantly, we talk about healing: what helps, what doesn't, and how support can look different for different people. If you've ever questioned whether your experience counts, or wondered why it's still affecting you, this episode is for you. Back soon with more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Turn online alignment into an offline community — join us at TheWayFwrd.com to connect with like-minded people near you.When did we decide women's bodies couldn't be trusted to give birth?Childbirth is often the first place we're taught to override intuition in favor of authority. In this episode, I speak with Dr. Nathan Riley about how modern systems shape pregnancy and birth — not just medically, but psychologically and culturally.This conversation isn't about rebellion or nostalgia. It's about responsibility, trust, and what happens when we're trained to hand those over.We talk about natural birth, home birth, and the power of doing less instead of more. C-section rates keep climbing and fear is introduced early through institutional rituals. Education, compliance, and credentialed authority train us to outsource knowing, especially during pregnancy and birth. From midwifery to birth trauma, from holistic health to reclaiming responsibility, this conversation connects dots most people never think to question.If you're interested in birth sovereignty, health sovereignty, and the deeper implications of how humans enter the world, this episode will challenge you. Not with ideology, but with lived experience and uncomfortable clarity.You'll Learn:[00:00] Introduction[04:07] Meeting Dr. Stu Fishbein at a breech delivery talk and the home birth that changed everything[13:53] Why compulsory education conditions us to trust credentials over critical thinking and clinical experience[27:53] The alternative health movement is still rooted in materialism [39:01] The overuse of the word physiology when being directed towards childbirth[52:35] Where the alternative health space is getting it wrong[01:06:53] How asking about your own birth transforms your ability to hold space and trust intuition during labor[01:16:40] Induction risks depend on your provider and why most inductions aren't medically necessary[01:29:14] The HPV and cervical cancer story[02:02:03] The graphic reality of circumcision[02:22:10] Why midwives should be the default for prenatal care[02:50:55] The nuanced case for free birth, the problems with rebirth certifications, and why "birth educator" replaced "midwife"Related The Way Forward Episodes:Rethinking DNA: Examining the Evidence with Dr. Tom Cowan | YouTubeThe Heart is Not a Pump: Vortexes, Blood Flow & The Seat of the Soul with Dr. Stephen Hussey | YouTubeThe Great Birth Revival: Birth Certificates, Circumcision, Postpartum & More with Veda Ray | YouTubeFlipping Birth Upside Down with Eyla Cuenca | YouTubeResources Mentioned:The Secret Life of the Unborn Child: Dr. Thomas Verny on the Embodied Mind, Epigenetics, and Transgenerational Healing | Podcast50 Human Studies, in Utero, Conducted in Modern China, Indicate Extreme Risk for Prenatal Ultrasound by Jim West | Book or AudiobookLearn more from Dr. Nathan Riley:Born Free Method | WebsiteBeloved Holistics | Website2026 Born Free Twins-Breech Gathering | WebsiteFind more from Alec:Alec Zeck | InstagramAlec Zeck | XThe Way Forward | InstagramThe Way Forward is Sponsored By:Designed for deep focus and well-being. 100% blue light and flicker free. For $50 off your Daylight Computer, use discount code: TWF50New Biology Clinic: Redefine Health from the Ground UpExperience tailored terrain-based health services with consults, livestreams, movement classes, and more. Visit www.NewBiologyClinic.com and use code THEWAYFORWARD (case sensitive) for $50 off activation. Members get the $150 fee waivedRMDY Academy & Collective: Homeopathy Made AccessibleHigh-quality remedies and training to support natural healing.Enroll hereExplore here

In this deeply moving Listener Series episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Kayleigh is joined by Kailee, who shares her story of infertility, recurrent placenta previa, NICU stays, medical trauma, and ultimately surviving placenta accreta with a life-saving hysterectomy.Kailee walks us through two high-risk pregnancies marked by hemorrhage, emergency cesareans, prolonged antepartum hospitalizations, NICU stays, and profound grief, alongside moments of advocacy, empowerment, and healing. Her story highlights how trauma can live alongside gratitude, and how reclaiming your voice can be life-saving.This episode is especially meaningful for NICU parents, those navigating placenta complications, birth trauma survivors, and anyone grieving the birth experience, or future, that was taken from them.In this episode, we discuss:

In this episode, Dr. Tony Ebel takes a deep dive into childhood behavior, challenging the outdated chemical imbalance theory and revealing the neurological root causes behind tantrums, meltdowns, and ADHD-like behaviors. He introduces the “Perfect Storm”—key factors that can trap a child's nervous system in fight-or-flight—and explains how dysautonomia, proprioception, and brainstem dysfunction drive what looks like misbehavior. Most importantly, Dr. Tony reassures parents that these struggles aren't bad parenting or genetic bad luck, but nervous system imbalances that can be identified and addressed through drug-free, neurologically focused care.-----Links & Resources:Listen to our episode on the lasting effects of birth traumaExplore our free ADHD resources and articlesLearn more about the INSiGHT scans (and how to get them) here.-----Key Moments:01:00 The Reality of Behavior Issues: Why They're So Exhausting06:00 The Perfect Storm Element #1: High-Stress Pregnancy07:00 The Perfect Storm Element #2: Birth Trauma & Intervention10:00 The Perfect Storm Element #3: Early Medication Exposure13:00 Understanding Proprioception: The Movement-Based Solution17:00 They Don't Grow Out of It—They Grow Into Tantrums19:00 Parents Know Best: Trusting Your Instincts Over Testing21:00 Neurological Insight Scans: We Don't Guess, We Test-- Follow us on Socials: Instagram: @pxdocs Facebook: Dr. Tony Ebel & The PX Docs Network Youtube: The PX Docs For more information, visit PXDocs.com to read informative articles about the power of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care. Find a PX Doc Office near me: PX DOCS DirectoryTo watch Dr. Tony's 30 min Perfect Storm Webinar: Click Here

In this clinically grounded episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Kayleigh is joined by Kina Wolfenstein, LCSW, therapist, educator, and certified trainer in Coherence Therapy, for a deep dive into a lesser-known but incredibly powerful trauma modality.Together, they explore what coherence therapy is, how it differs from more familiar approaches like EMDR, CBT, and IFS, and why it can be especially effective for birth trauma, medical trauma, and complex attachment wounds.Kina explains how coherence therapy views symptoms not as pathology, but as coherent responses rooted in emotional learnings and how true healing happens through memory reconsolidation, an innate brain process that allows those learnings to be updated at the root.This episode speaks directly to survivors who say, “I understand why I feel this way, but nothing changes,” and to clinicians looking for more precise, bottom-up tools for trauma healing.In this episode, we discuss:✨ What coherence therapy is and why so few people have heard of it

Send us a textOn today's episode, we're sitting down with the incredible Kayleigh Summers, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & friend of PSI. Kayleigh supports folks in the perinatal period especially as it relates to birth trauma - including consultation, therapy, support groups, workshops, a blog, sharing her lived experience at PSI trainings, and a little ‘ol podcast called The Birth Trauma Mama. (In case you didn't pick up on the sarcasm, there isn't anything little about Kayleigh's podcast … at all!) Today, we'll be chatting about the lived experience of an Amniotic Fluid Embolism survivor, which includes vivid details that may feel difficult for some listeners to hear. Please tune in with that knowledge and pause at any point, if you need. We were honored to sit down and record this conversation. So, without further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend, Kayleigh.Mentioned on today's episode:The Birth Trauma Mama PodcastHope for HIEPSI's Perinatal Loss TrainingPodcast: The NICU Space; Dear NICU Mama, TV: Task; Nobody Wants ThisBook: The Academy; Interested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for parents, providers & support people in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. & Canada): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for p...

In this episode, Dr. Tony Ebel tackles the #1 reason parents visit the pediatrician: ear infections. Drawing from 18 years of clinical experience (and four kids who've never had a single ear infection), he reveals why the conventional approach misses the mark and what really causes recurrent infections.The answer isn't horizontal eustachian tubes or proximity to sick kids—it's neurological dysfunction from birth trauma and subluxation that affects drainage, movement, and immune function. Dr. Tony shifts the conversation from "how do I treat this?" to "why does this keep happening?" and provides a clear roadmap combining Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care, movement, and nutrition to break the cycle of recurrent infections and build lasting resilience.-----Links & ResourcesExplore our free article on the root causes of ear infections and how to support lasting healing.-----Key Topics & Timestamps(00:03:00)  Proactive Prevention vs. Reactive Approach(00:04:00)  The Truth About "Flu Season" Marketing(00:08:00)  Why Pediatricians Won't Tell You This(00:12:00)  Debunking the Horizontal Eustachian Tube Myth(00:13:00)  Movement is Life: The Real Reason for Winter Infections(00:18:00)  When Clean Living Still Isn't Enough(00:19:00) The ENT Cycle: Why Tubes & Tonsillectomy Don't Fix the Problem(00:22:00)  The Missing Link: Muscles Follow Nerves(00:23:00)  Birth Trauma & The Perfect Storm(00:25:00)  Sympathetic Dominance: The Double Trouble Problem(00:30:00)  The Neurological Solution: What Adjustments Actually Do(00:33:00)  The Complete Action Plan: Adjustments, Movement & Nutrition-- Follow us on Socials: Instagram: @pxdocs Facebook: Dr. Tony Ebel & The PX Docs Network Youtube: The PX Docs For more information, visit PXDocs.com to read informative articles about the power of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care. Find a PX Doc Office near me: PX DOCS DirectoryTo watch Dr. Tony's 30 min Perfect Storm Webinar: Click Here

In this powerful episode, Dr. Tony Ebel reveals why millions of children are stuck in a chronic cycle of ear infections, sickness, and antibiotics—and how it all traces back to one hidden system that conventional medicine completely ignores: the nervous system.Dr. Tony breaks down the Neuro-Endocrine-Immune (NEI) Super System and explains how birth trauma and early interventions create nervous system dysfunction that keeps kids constantly sick. Through compelling research and patient success stories, he demonstrates why antibiotics and medications fail to address the root cause—and how Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care can finally help children heal naturally and permanently.-----Links & ResourcesRead more about the NEI Supersystem HERE-----Key Topics & Timestamps[00:02:00]  Shocking Statistics: 90% of kids get ear infections by age three—but thousands in Dr. Tony's practice never have[00:08:00] Graham's Story: From 50+ rounds of antibiotics and three ear tube surgeries to complete healing[00:15:00] Sympathetic Dominance: Why stressed nervous systems create suppressed immune function[00:19:00]  The Vagus Nerve: The immune system's "off switch" and why it's the key to everything[00:27:00] Birth Trauma's Hidden Impact: How interventions damage the nervous system and create chronic illness[00:36:00] Dr. Tony's Four Kids: Real-life proof—zero ear infections, zero antibiotics, ever[00:38:00] Finding Real Help: How neurological insight scans pinpoint the root cause[00:43:00] Take Action: How to find a neurologically-focused chiropractor and help your child heal-- Follow us on Socials: Instagram: @pxdocs Facebook: Dr. Tony Ebel & The PX Docs Network Youtube: The PX Docs For more information, visit PXDocs.com to read informative articles about the power of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care. Find a PX Doc Office near me: PX DOCS DirectoryTo watch Dr. Tony's 30 min Perfect Storm Webinar: Click Here

After what should have been a joyful birth, Sofía Herrera (childbirth educator, EBB Instructor, Hypnobirthing instructor, and social & clinical psychologist) spent nearly 20 years believing she had postpartum depression, until her investigation revealed the truth: she had experienced birth trauma. That realization became the catalyst for her work supporting birthing families and confronting the widespread obstetric violence and misinformation embedded in Mexico's maternity care system.   Sofía shares what trauma really means, how unconsented interventions and paternalistic care shape birthing experiences, and why so many families mistakenly believe they "failed" when in reality, the system failed them. She also describes the challenges of childbirth in Mexico—from extremely high Cesarean rates to routine episiotomies—and how evidence-based education empowers families to find safer, more respectful care.   (02:26) Sofía's 20-year journey living with untreated trauma (06:45) Patterns she saw as a childbirth educator (10:20) Why psychosocial trauma in birth is under-researched and misunderstood (12:18) Sofía's own birth experience (18:23) Mexico's extremely high Cesarean rates (19:48) How paternalism shows up culturally and inside clinical relationships (21:08) Routine episiotomies and outdated "protocols" still being taught (22:24) Can childbirth education prevent trauma? How informed families change the system (28:35) Differences between private vs. public hospitals in Mexico (32:38) How Sofía uses EBB resources to support and empower families (35:19) Sofía's top advice for families fearing obstetric violence or disrespectful care   Resources Connect with Sofía: @sukhamoms Get EBB Handouts in Spanish: evidencebasedbirth.com/translations/   For more information about Evidence Based Birth® and a crash course on evidence based care, visit www.ebbirth.com. Follow us on Instagram and YouTube! Ready to learn more? Grab an EBB Podcast Listening Guide or read Dr. Dekker's book, "Babies Are Not Pizzas: They're Born, Not Delivered!" If you want to get involved at EBB, join our Professional membership (scholarship options available) and get on the wait list for our EBB Instructor program. Find an EBB Instructor here, and click here to learn more about the EBB Childbirth Class.

In this Ask Dr. Tony episode, Dr. Tony Ebel breaks down the number one challenge facing families today: exhaustion, chronic fatigue, and burnout. He explains the three stages of subluxation—the root cause behind why families feel "wound up and worn out at the same time." Dr. Tony reveals how stress during pregnancy, birth interventions, and sympathetic nervous system dominance create a cascade effect that leads to everything from infant colic to ADHD in children, and adrenal fatigue to autoimmune disorders in parents. Most importantly, he explains how Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care can address the root cause rather than just masking symptoms, helping families get their energy, focus, and health back online. This episode provides hope and actionable insights for families struggling with chronic exhaustion and health challenges.-----Links & ResourcesFree Resource: The Roadmap to Chronic Stress & Exhaustion: The 3 Stages of SubluxationEnter the Podcast Giveaway and Win Free Prizes on Facebook or Instagram----Key Topics & Timestamps(00:03:00) - Wound Up and Worn Out: Understanding the Problem(00:05:00) - How Pregnancy and Birth Stress Affect Baby's Nervous System(00:07:00) - Stage One: Sympathetic Dominance and the Vagus Nerve(00:09:00) - Stage Two: Neurological Disorganization and Developmental Delays(00:11:00) - Stage Three: Chronic Health Challenges and System Shutdown(00:12:00) - The Root Cause Solution: Neurologically Focused Chiropractic Care-- Follow us on Socials: Instagram: @pxdocs Facebook: Dr. Tony Ebel & The PX Docs Network Youtube: The PX Docs For more information, visit PXDocs.com to read informative articles about the power of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care. Find a PX Doc Office near me: PX DOCS DirectoryTo watch Dr. Tony's 30 min Perfect Storm Webinar: Click Here