Crystal's Second Trimester: Surviving the Pain

Crystal’s second trimester hasn't been pain free. From battling relentless pain to navigating crucial decisions about childbirth, this episode dives deep into the raw, unfiltered truth of her journey. Joined by her husband, and Savage Perspective Podcast host, Robert Sikes, Crystal opens up about surviving severe SI and sciatic pain while making tough choices about fitness, nutrition, and shifting birth plans. This is a powerful and personal look into the challenges of balancing health, family, and ambition. In episode 776 of the Savage Perspective Podcast, Robert and Crystal share the highs and lows of preparing for the birth of their second child. Crystal discusses how she managed her pregnancy weight gain and adjusted her fitness routine to stay healthy despite the pain. They reflect on the stress of changing from a planned home birth to a hospital birth due to new regulations, all while tackling the emotional toll of past birth experiences and C-section recovery. With a focus on informed decision-making, you’ll hear a candid discussion about V-back options, hospital policies, and trusting in the support of midwives and doctors. If you’re interested in making better decisions about health, family, and balancing it all, this episode is for you. Don’t miss Robert’s FREE Bodybuilding Masterclass here: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2 to continue building a stronger, healthier future. Watch now to gain insight, inspiration, and advice from Robert and Crystal as they navigate this transformative chapter in their lives. Register For My FREE Masterclass: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2 Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/ Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQ Chapters: 0:00 Sickness, pain, and birth plan decisions 2:24 Pregnancy pain and weight gain 6:28 Fitness and diet adjustments 8:28 Stress and changing birth plans 12:45 Emergency C-section experience 14:38 V-back safety and home births 18:40 Lack of V-back education 20:45 Hospital challenges with V-backs 24:31 Doctor insights on V-back prep 26:22 Natural hospital birth plan 29:50 Preparing first child for sibling 31:32 Excitement and balancing life 34:53 Smooth pregnancy and love