{"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/6941542a443ad9891387bd6c?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"From Fear to Confidence","description":"<p>In this episode of the <strong>MyBump2Baby Expert Podcast</strong>, Carla is joined by <strong>Playground member Rachel</strong>, an experienced doula and founder of <strong>Creative Birth</strong>. Rachel has supported families for over <strong>15 years</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p>Get in touch with Rachel here;</p><p><br></p><p><a href=\"Website https://www.creativebirth.co.uk \" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.creativebirth.co.uk </a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/creativebirthdoula/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>They talk about Rachel’s real journey into becoming a doula. And it starts with something many parents quietly carry: <strong>a deep fear of giving birth (tocophobia)</strong>.</p><p>You’ll hear about:</p><ul><li>What <strong>tocophobia</strong> is and how it can affect pregnancy</li><li>How hypnobirthing helped Rachel feel calm and in control</li><li>Why confidence and support can change the whole birth experience</li><li>How a doula can help you feel heard in <strong>midwife and hospital appointments</strong></li><li>Asking questions without feeling “difficult”</li><li><strong>Birth trauma support</strong> and processing a previous difficult birth</li><li>Making a flexible <strong>birth plan (Plan A, B, C, D)</strong> without fear</li><li>Induction conversations, choices, and feeling informed</li><li>Postnatal support, including <strong>night doula support</strong> and practical help at home</li></ul><p>Rachel also explains the different ways parents can work with her, including <strong>in-person doula support</strong> and <strong>virtual antenatal and postnatal packages</strong>. She shares how coaching calls can help you understand your options, build a plan that feels right for you, and feel supported if things change on the day.</p><p>This episode can help you feel calmer, more prepared, and more confident. And it’s a lovely reminder that you deserve support, not just “get on with it”.</p>","author_name":"MyBump2Baby"}