Rewire For Birth Podcast
Dr. Cindy Tahhan, ND is a naturopathic doctor and birth guardian. This podcast is about rewiring how we think about pregnancy, birth, and postpartum by offering a holistic perspective that empowers you to embrace your journey with confidence and strength.
Each week, we’ll bring you interviews with experts, valuable advice, and birth stories to help you feel prepared and empowered. We’ll dive deep into the transformative experience of bringing new life into the world and explore ways to make your birthing journey truly beautiful.
We firmly believe that through knowledge, community, and holistic practices, we can change the narrative around birth. Let’s eliminate the fear, anxiety, and uncertainty that often accompany the birth process. Join me on this journey and let’s rewire for birth together.
Mom Brain and Birth Uncensored Episodes Hosted By:
Dr. Cindy Tahhan - Naturopathic Doctor, Positive Birth Advocate & Mom of 2
Melissa Horlick - Event Coordinator, Creative Director, Positive Birth Advocate & Mom of 2
Formerly The Birth C.E.O Podcast
Rewire For Birth Podcast
Solo Episode: Birth Preparation is 80-95% Mental
In this solo episode Dr. Cindy dives into the often-overlooked mental and emotional preparation needed for birth. Dr. Cindy challenges the traditional perception of birth as merely a physical act, emphasizing that it's an experience deeply rooted in our mental and emotional states.
Key Topics Discussed
- Mental & Emotional Aspects of Birth:
- Understanding that birth is not just a physical process but also involves significant mental preparation.
- Recognizing personal programming, conditioning, and traumas that can influence the birthing experience.
- Trauma & Healing:
- Importance of addressing past traumas or negative belief systems before labor.
- Exploring how unaddressed emotions can manifest physically during childbirth.
- Holistic Preparation Approach:
- Combining talk therapy with somatic therapies to integrate physical and emotional healing.
- Engaging in practices like yoga or meditation mindfully to avoid using them as distractions from deeper issues.
- Preconception Planning:
- Utilizing pre-pregnancy time to explore herbs, supplements, or plant medicine (if called) safely.
- The Role of Safety & Trust:
- Cultivating a sense of safety within one's body to facilitate a more positive birth experience.
Actionable Steps for Expecting Mothers
- Begin addressing any underlying fears or trauma well ahead of your due date through counseling or therapy involving bodily awareness.
- Engage in holistic practices that connect both mind and body without allowing them to become mere distractions from deeper work.
- Consider enrolling in mentorship programs focused on comprehensive prenatal preparation—both physically and emotionally.
Special Offer: Birth Mentorship Program
Dr. Cindy, ND invites listeners interested in deepening their preparatory journey through her one-on-one Birth Mentorship Program designed to support you mentally, emotionally, spiritually, and physically throughout pregnancy. Details for application are available here: https://cindytahhan.com/mentorships/
