Trish welcomes HeHe, a dedicated doula, birth advocate, and host of The Birth Lounge podcast. They dive deep into the significant role that doulas play in empowering parents during childbirth through advocacy, education, and effective communication. 

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HeHe shares her journey from working with children on the autism spectrum to becoming a doula, highlighting the recurring themes of birth trauma and anxiety among parents from a lack of education or support. 

This episode focuses on the doula’s role in birth, covering how to prepare for unexpected situations during labor, creating collaborative relationships in the birth room, and the importance of therapy for birth workers. 

Whether you're a doula, a pregnant mama, or simply interested in birth advocacy, this episode provides valuable insights into making informed birth decisions and fostering a supportive birth environment.

00:54 Meet HeHe: Doula and Birth Advocate

04:30 Empowering Parents in the Birth Room

08:56 Balancing Advocacy and Professionalism

11:18 The Role of Doulas in Birth Decisions

19:38 The Importance of Birth Planning

24:37 Tips for Doulas in Hospital Settings

26:22 Creating a Comfortable Birth Environment

38:00 Polite Communication and Hospital Culture

39:38 The Role of a Doula as an Advocate

Connect with HeHe:

Follow her on Instagram: @tranquilitybyhehe & @the.birth.lounge

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