Creating a Birth Plan, C-sections, Epidurals and Taking Control of your Birthing Process with Doula Elizabeth Sandoz
In this episode Chad and Kelley talk to reality TV star turned doula Elizabeth Sandoz. If you’re someone who is thinking about conception or you’re already pregnant and you’re looking for more knowledge and to understand what all of your options are in the labor and delivery process, this episode is for you. No one size fits all approach but really covering the spectrum of birthing options from being at home with a midwife to being in the hospital with a doctor and the pros and cons of each option. Elizabeth is a birth doula, a coach, a mom and the host of the Miraculous Mamas podcast. In this episode we discuss: creating a birth plan that feels right for you, the many decisions to make during the birthing process, how to advocate for yourself in an empowered way in medical setting if something doesn’t feel right , epidurals - the pros and cons, postpartum recovery, mental health and healing and how to social media and screen time in an effort to be present for family and what really matters.