{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65b375e1c345d90017f2f24a/690200e14013c81f9ae92857?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Birth Power with Charlotte","description":"<p>In this MyBump2Baby Expert Podcast episode, Carla chats with Charlotte—<strong>The Smart Doula</strong>—about turning a traumatic first birth into an empowered second birth. We unpack what doulas actually do, how <strong>virtual doula support</strong> works (WhatsApp, calls, on-call birth support), and how partners can advocate with confidence. Charlotte shares evidence-based tips for <strong>birth plans</strong>, appointments, induction decisions, breastfeeding support, and gentle <strong>postnatal care</strong>. We also touch on <strong>herbal teas in pregnancy</strong> (raspberry leaf, chamomile, nettle) and why continuity of care matters.</p><p> Perfect for first-time parents and second-time round mums who want clear choices, calm support, and a kinder postpartum.</p><p><br></p><p>We cover virtual doula UK, doula support, informed birth choices, birth plan help, partner advocacy, birth trauma recovery, evidence-based maternity care, breastfeeding support, postpartum doula, herbal tea in pregnancy, MyBump2Baby Expert Podcast, The Smart Doula</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Guest:</strong> Charlotte – The Smart Doula</p><p><strong>Find Charlotte:</strong> Instagram @thesmartdoula | thesmartdoula.com</p><p><br></p><p><strong>You’ll learn:</strong></p><ul><li>What a doula does (and doesn’t do)</li><li>How virtual support works day-to-day</li><li>Making informed choices in NHS maternity care</li><li>Building a birth plan that your partner can back</li><li>Small rituals that make postpartum gentler (yes, tea helps)</li></ul><p>This episode can help you feel seen, supported, and ready for birth—your way.</p>","author_name":"MyBump2Baby"}