56: 4 Ways to Avoid Coercion and Have a Empowering Pregnancy and Birth
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What if I told you that some things your doctor says during labor might not be for your safety, but rather to maintain a sense of control? Today, we’re unpacking the complex topic of informed consent and coercive practices in childbirth. Understanding these nuances can drastically change your birth experience.
In this episode, we dive into the following:
- How to identify coercive strategies
- 4 ways to avoid coercion by leaning into informed consent
- Advocacy techniques to help you in pregnancy and labor
- Steps to protect your autonomy in labor
Trigger warning: discussion of coercion during pregnancy and labor
Don’t forget to check out the blog post
Resources mentioned:
>> FREE Clear Your Birth Fears Guide
>> A Path to A Powerful Birth Class
>> FREE WORKSHOP: 3 Essentials for Having an Empowering Birth
>> Episode 54. Is It Safe to Eat and Drink During Labor? Unpacking the Evidence and Controversy
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