Bearing Birth
A birth story podcast highlighting the emotional impact of birth, the immediate postpartum period, and the years beyond. Hosted by Jordan Monir, a postpartum doula and Sophie Holliday, a perinatal mental health therapist.
Jordan and Sophie aim to provide a platform for those who have experienced or supported childbirth in sharing their unique story. Both fierce advocates of mental health and community support, Jordan and Sophie attempt to reduce the stigma of openly discussing the challenges (and joys!) experienced in pregnancy, birth and early parenthood. Join us as we chat with a range of guests - from regular folks to birth workers - to explore the magic of healing through storytelling!
Bearing Birth
...so can I push?
This episode is part 2 of a two part series called before/after birth. We invite Cailley Roe back on, friend and neighbor of Sophie’s, who shares the birth story of her daughter in May ‘23. Join us as Cailley, a first-time mother, shares her gripping experience going past 40 weeks, navigating a backup induction plan, and enduring a 48-hour labor with a water-breaking story contrary to cinematic depictions. From unconventional castor oil inductions to doubts about her body, Cailley takes us through the emotional rollercoaster of considering a transfer of care before a surprising turnaround that certainly kept us at the edge of our seat.
Discover the symbolism of rainbows, hear about curious dream on the eve of labor, and the meticulous processing of this life-altering event. In the end, our guest reflects on managing post-birth expectations, leaving listeners with a profound exploration of resilience, courage, and the unpredictable beauty of childbirth.
Content warnings: Long labor, vaginal tearing, risk of infection, water breaking, possibility for transfer of care, hemorrhoids and bodily fluids
Cailley's midwife team: Hearth & Home Midwifery
Website: bearingbirthpodcast.com
Instagram: @BearingBirthPodcast
Email: bearingbirthpodcast@gmail.com
Free Bearing Birth Podcast Resources
To learn more about Jordan or her work as a postpartum doula, family photographer, or infant sleep specialist: bunandbundle.com
To learn more about Sophie or her work as a perinatal mental health therapist: midmaplestherapy.com
Share your birth story!
If you are interested in sharing your birth story with our podcast, please get in touch via email or DM us on Instagram! We’d love to hold space for your unique perspective. We can accommodate guests in-person or virtually from any location in the world!
