Ep 16: OOPS! 3 Lessons I Wish Someone Would Have Told Me About Birth
After giving birth and coaching lots of pregnant women through their birth preparation, here’s what I learned.
To call giving birth for the first time a whirlwind would be an understatement.
My water broke at 5pm on Friday but my son wasn't born until 8:03pm on Saturday (yes, you read that right!).
It was both rewarding and exhausting…and I won’t lie, I had to "lock in" with my focus a few times throughout labor to keep my eyes on the prize - because although the contractions were heavy hitting – hearing my baby's first cry was literally a dream come true for me.
Now if you’ve been with me for a while, you probably know that there's a lot to learn about the entire experience of birth preparation, childbirth and breastfeeding.
In true Stephanie Poole fashion, I wasn't prepared as much as I could have been, simply because it was my first pregnancy, and I didn't know - what I didn't know!
I’m happy to report that my sweet baby was born happy and healthy – but of course, there were some things I learned along the way (and in retrospect) that I wanted to share with you.
In this episode, you’ll hear the 3 biggest lessons I learned, which I can guarantee will be helpful at some point during your birth journey. And what’s great is you can also apply the lessons to future births too.
So, pop in your earpods, cozy on up and tune in!
Happy Birthing!!!
As always, thank you so much for tuning in to this episode.
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Links mentioned in this episode:
FREE MASTERCLASS
3 Mistakes Pregnant Moms Make When Preparing for Their First Birth (+ what to do instead) https://www.birthprepacademy.com/masterclass
Prepare for your first hospital birth with a stress-free birth blueprint in 6 weeks!
COMPLIMENTARY GUIDE
Pack Your Hospital Bag In 60 Minutes
https://www.birthprepacademy.com/hospitalbag
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Hi! I'm Stephanie!
Stephanie Poole
Creator, Bump To Bundle Blueprint®
Most women struggle with preparing for birth. So, I created an academy that helps new moms prepare for their FIRST hospital birth. Birth Prep Academy helps Mamas (like you) transition into motherhood...Like A Boss!
FREE MASTERCLASS
If you think you need help preparing for your birth...you do! Learn how to prepare for your first birth faster than you can say:
"My water broke!"
This FREE masterclass shares our proprietary birth-prep system: Bump To Bundle Blueprint®.
In just 60 minutes you'll learn:
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The top 3 mistakes first-time moms make when preparing for birth (AND why it could cost you a positive birth experience)
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The secret to transitioning into motherhood...LIKE A BOSS!
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My 3-step framework to create a stress-free birth plan without getting overwhelmed.
