The process of preparing for birth, giving birth, and recovering can be described in many ways. Some might say incredible, others might say life changing, and still others might say horrific. But whatever someone’s experience is, one thing is for sure. It always helps to know a bit about the process before the day you welcome your bundle of joy.

Jen Buice joins us today for a deep and meaningful conversation around all things childbirth. Jen has been supporting families as a childbirth educator, lactation counselor, and birth doula for 15 years in and around New York City. Jen came to this work after the births of her two children, which brought her to an understanding of the essential role of caring support and empowering education before, during, and after childbirth. Today she chats with us on how important it is to know the physiology of birth, what is normal/not as normal, what is medically SUGGESTED versus medical NECESSARY, and all the possible ways that birth can happen. 

She believes that even if you are planning for a home birth, knowing hospital birth-related information is key, in case you need to go down that route. She emphasizes the importance of partners advocating for the birthing individual and to always make sure the birthing person is a part of the decision-making process. 

Jen is a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator (LCCE) and Evidence Based Birth® Instructor, committed to helping people gain the skills and knowledge they need to feel prepared, confident, and respectfully supported as they bring their babies into the world. She teaches childbirth classes through Evidence Based Birth®, Birth Day Presence, and boober, both virtually and in person.

Connect with her:

yourpreparedbirth.com

@yourpreparedbirth