You walk into your appointment with confidence, but leave feeling dismissed, confused, or unsure. Sound familiar? That’s pushback - and it’s way sneakier than you think.

In this episode, we’re talking about:
💖 What pushback really sounds like (hint: it’s not just a straight-up “no”)
💖 Why it happens so often - even with “nice” providers
💖 Real-life tools to stand firm and respond with confidence
💖 My personal story of being totally unprepared in my first birth
💖 And how to prepare for pushback so it doesn’t derail your birth

I’ll walk you through action steps to protect your plan, use your voice, and step fully into your HGIC energy - even when the system pushes back hard. 💪

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💖 Free Resources to Support Your Prep

The Unmedicated Birth Map - a clear, step-by-step roadmap so you know what to focus on, when ✨ https://www.thebirthprepcoach.com/unmedicated-birth-map 

Birth Plan Guide - create a strategic, provider-proof plan that protects your preferences ✨ https://www.thebirthprepcoach.com/birth-plan

Birth Mindset Workbook - train your mind for contractions, pressure, and decision-making ✨ https://www.thebirthprepcoach.com/birth-mindset-workbook

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💖 How birth actually works (and how to support your body)
💖 Navigating hospital policies without losing your power
💖 Natural pain management that goes beyond “just breathe”
💖 Birth planning, mindset, advocacy, and backup plans - all in one place

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