Podcast Show Notes

Episode Title: Katelyn’s Journey - From Conception Challenges to Empowering Birth

Episode Overview:

Join your host Sophia as she interviews Katelyn, a new mom with a powerful story of resilience and triumph. Katelyn shares her conception journey, navigating challenges such as birth control detox, miscarriages, IBS, lactose intolerance, and anemia. She reflects on her labor experience, describing it as, “It hurt like hell, and I enjoyed every minute of it.”

Topics include:

• Overcoming health challenges while trying to conceive

• The process of detoxing from birth control and preparing for pregnancy

• Managing IBS, lactose intolerance, and anemia during pregnancy

• Embracing the intensity of labor and finding joy in the process

Katelyn’s story is an inspiring example of perseverance, embracing the journey, and finding empowerment in birth.

Key Topics Discussed:

1. Conception Journey and Birth Control Detox

• Katelyn’s experience transitioning off birth control and the steps she took to prepare her body for pregnancy.

2. Miscarriages and Emotional Healing

• Navigating the emotional and physical toll of pregnancy loss and finding hope to continue.

3. Managing Health Challenges During Pregnancy

• How Katelyn dealt with IBS, lactose intolerance, and anemia while maintaining her focus on a healthy pregnancy.

4. Labor and Birth Experience

• Katelyn’s perspective on labor, embracing the intensity, and finding joy in the pain.

About Katelyn:

Katelyn, 32, is a proud new mom to her daughter Evelyn. In her professional life, she manages and coaches at a gymnastics club and has been a lifelong athlete. Katelyn aspires to transition into being a stay-at-home mom, embracing this new chapter of her life with enthusiasm and dedication.

Katelyn’s Recommendations:

• Kelly Grey - Holistic Childbirth Education: www.ninemoonsdoula.com

• Dr. Wendy Staples Hicks, Chiropractor: https://drwendystapleshicks.weebly.com/

Connect with Katelyn:

• Instagram: @theothermrswatts

• Facebook: Katelyn Watts

Listen to the Episode:

• Podcast Link: Spotify

• Instagram:

• @sophiabirth

• @bayareahomebirth

• @bornwildmidwifery

• Facebook: Podcast Link

Final Thoughts:

Katelyn’s journey highlights the power of resilience, self-advocacy, and embracing the challenges of conception and birth. Her story will inspire listeners to find strength and joy in their own pregnancy and birthing experiences.

Stay Wild 🌳