After I delivered my baby, I felt invincible!

Bearing Birth

Sophie and Jordan welcome Dr. Courtney Livaudais, a Portland-based Occupational Therapist and Lactation Consultant as well as owner of Triple Moon Therapy. In this episode, Courtney shares the birth story of her daughter, including her experience with IVF conception, the physical discomforts and unexpected joys of her pregnancy, and surprisingly speedy labor. She shares on the profound connection she felt with her child and discusses what she plans to do differently in preparing for her second birth, as she was pregnant at the time of the episode recording. Our guest takes us through the rollercoaster of postpartum struggles, the sleepless nights, the need for self-advocacy in healthcare, and the critical role a support team plays in this phase. Courtney's candid reflections, coupled with her professional knowledge, offer invaluable advice for those about to embark on the journey of childbirth and parenting. Our guest describes how her own challenges with breastfeeding led to a pivot in her career and a desire to help other parents as a lactation consultant.
To learn more about Dr. Courtney Livaudais OTD/OTR/L, CBS and her practice, please visit: https://www.triplemoontherapy.com/about

Content warnings in this episode include: infertility, IVF, trouble with breastfeeding, feeling unsupported during labor, unexpected changes to a birth plan, distress caused by medical professionals and self-advocacy in healthcare.

Resources discussed in episode:

• Fertility Support Groups via Postpartum Support International
• Debunking Myths about Fundal Massage via Evidenced Based Birth
• Safe Co-Sleeping Support

Website: bearingbirthpodcast.com
Instagram: @BearingBirthPodcast
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Free Bearing Birth Podcast Resources

• Birth Planning Guide
• Postpartum Support Plan
• Perinatal Resources & Information

To learn more about Jordan or her work as a postpartum doula, family photographer, or infant sleep specialist: bunandbundle.com

To learn more about Sophie or her work as a perinatal mental health therapist: midmaplestherapy.com
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