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
I didn't get cancer the entire ordeal!
In this episode we chat with Anna, a breast cancer survivor and new mother. Anna walks us through the challenges of breast cancer treatment, being told she couldn’t have children because of her cancer, and the chapter of her story that started with an unexpected pregnancy.
Anna’s resilience is highlighted through her journey as she learns to trust her body and feel empowered in bringing a child into the world despite her challenging medical advice. The universe placed Anna in the same room as a doctor who not only believed she could continue her pregnancy successfully, but was someone who was also a breast cancer survivor and went on to have children of her own.
It was such an honor to witness Anna tell her story. There are some content warnings to be aware of including breast cancer, chemotherapy, single mastectomy, medical trauma including unsuccessful anesthesia during a procedure, intrusive thoughts, tearing during birth, blood transfusions, incorrectly placed epidural, and miscarriage. However, as with many of the stories on our podcast there are some really empowering and inspirational moments as well.
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!
