Your ONLY True Power In Birth, Trauma, Loss & Sexuality with Rachel Schafer

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In this episode, Cindy welcomes Dr. Destiny Spurrell, ND to discuss HOW TO ACTUALLY NAVIGATE your labour, birth & postpartum experience so that you can say HELL YES to your unique motherhood journey!

Key Highlights:

• Powerful Birth Advice:
  • The pivotal advice from Dr. Destiny that changed Cindy's perspective on childbirth was simple yet profound: "The more you can get out of your way, the better." This mantra emphasizes trusting one's body and instincts during birth.
• Challenging Conventional Norms:
  • Through her own experiences and witnessing others as a respiratory therapist working in the hospital along with her husband, an anesthesiologist, Dr. Destiny challenges traditional hospital birthing norms, advocating for informed choices that align with personal comfort and safety.
• Background & Influence:
  • Coming from a lineage of women who viewed childbirth without fear shaped Dr. Destiny’s approach to pregnancy.
  • Her professional background as a respiratory therapist attending high-risk births provided insights into both emergent medical scenarios and natural birth processes.
• Interdisciplinary Insights:
  • As a naturopathic doctor as herself married to an anesthesiologist, she discusses how they blend different medical perspectives while making informed decisions about childbirth.
• Home vs Hospital Birth Considerations:
  • Explores the decision-making process behind choosing home births over hospital settings due to factors like exposure to bacteria and personalized care options.
• Importance of Support Systems:
  • Advocates strongly for having doulas present during labor for emotional support beyond what midwives provide, highlighting their role in creating a supportive environment conducive to empowered birthing experiences.

Reflective Thoughts:

Dr. Destiny shares her journey through three distinct pregnancies, emphasizing individualized paths based on deep self-awareness rather than societal expectations or pressures.

Takeaway Message:

Empowerment in motherhood begins with knowing your truth—understanding deeply what aligns with your values—and confidently communicating it throughout the pregnancy journey for optimal well-being of both mother and child.

Connect with Dr. Destiny Spurrell, ND:

Dr. Destiny Spurrell, ND currently provides IV Therapy at the following locations in Ontario, Canada

• True Roots Healthcare in Uxbridge:
• Durham Natural Health Centre in Ajax: https://dnhc.ca/destiny-spurrell

Dr. Destiny Spurell, ND also offers mentorship so you can find your HELL YES:

• Learn more at www.destinyspurrell.com
• On instagram @destinyspurrell

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