Ep 177: The Secret to a Stress-Free Birth: Building Your Ultimate Birth Team

Send us a text In this episode of The Aligned Birth Podcast, Dr. Shannon and Doula Rachael explore the power of assembling the right birth support team. They break down the roles of doulas, midwives, OBs, and prenatal chiropractors, emphasizing how informed choices and aligned values can shape a more positive birth experience. From setting boundaries to understanding birth options, they highlight the key factors in choosing providers who truly support your vision. Whether you"re planning a home birth, hospital birth, or something in between, this conversation will help you feel confident in building a team that empowers you every step of the way. Key Takeaways:The right birth team fosters a more positive and supported experience.Knowing your options helps you make informed decisions.Setting boundaries is essential for emotional well-being.Doulas protect the birth space and enhance partner involvement.Your provider plays a crucial role in shaping your birth outcomes.Physiological birth unfolds naturally with the right support.Childbirth education is key to reducing fear and increasing confidence.Prenatal chiropractic care, especially Webster-certified providers, can be beneficial.It’s never too late to hire a doula or seek additional support. Tune in to gain insight into assembling a birth team that aligns with your values and empowers your journey into parenthood! Resources mentioned: Find a Webster Certified Chiropractor Best Practice Guidelines - Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy PodMatch PodMatch Automatically Matches Ideal Podcast Guests and Hosts For Interviews Support the show Want to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!) Don"t miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth Community Instagram: Aligned Birth Email: alignedbirthpodcast@gmail.com Find us online: Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey Sound Music: "Freedom” by Roa Disclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.