43: Mindful Advocacy Techniques That Will Uplevel Your Birth Experience - with Nurse Dawn Hancock

This episode dives into advocacy strategies for pregnancy and birth and infuses mindfulness practices throughout. We are joined by Dawn Hancock aka Nurse Dawn, a seasoned Labor and Delivery Nurse certified in Obstetric Nursing, Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, Certified Lactation Counselor, and Board Certified Nurse Coach.

In this episode, we dive into the following:

• Advocacy strategies for pregnancy, labor, and beyond
• Communication skills for birthing people and partners to use with the medical team
• How to make mindful decisions in pregnancy and labor
• Using mindfulness to manage pain during labor
• Meditative tips for racing thoughts

Don’t forget to check out the blog post

You can find more about Dawn’s work at: www.pivotalbirth.com

And follow her on TikTok at @pivotalbirth

Resources mentioned:

>> FREE Clear Your Birth Fears Guide

>> FREE WORKSHOP: 3 Essentials for Having an Empowering Birth

>> A Path to A Powerful Birth Class

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Trigger warning: Gendered language, mention of obstetric violence

Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. Consult with a qualified healthcare professional for personalized advice.