About this episode
The brilliant author of “ The Fourth Trimester ” & “ Call of the Wild ”, Kimberly Ann Johnson joins Blyss & Dr. Stu for a really fascinating conversation into rites of passage and our autonomic nervous system. You have to hear her! In this episode of Birthing Instincts: Tears during birth and the impact of interventions on labor Addressing pelvic floor issues after hospital birth The transformative power of rites of passage The female nervous system and the effects of epidurals Building supportive communities in the birthing process Challenging societal norms and encouraging critical thinking This show is supported by: LMNT | Go to drinklmnt.com/birthinginstincts to get a free sample pack with every order Needed | Use code BIRTHINGINSTINCTS for 20% off your first month or first 3 months of a one-month subscription at thisisneeded.com . BIRTHFIT | Go to birthfit.com and use the code INSTINCTS1 for a discount on the Basics Prenatal program, or INSTINCTS2 for a discount on the Basics Postpartum program. Connect with Kimberly: Books: The Fourth Trimester / Call of the Wild Instagram: @kimberly.ann.johnson | @mother.circle Website: https://kimberlyannjohnson.com | www.mothercircle.com Resources: Download Chapter One of Call of the Wild for free here Guided pelvic floor mapping here Keli Garza: www.fourthtrimestervaginalsteamstudy.com Ellen Heed: www.sexologicalbodywork.com Connect with Dr. Stu & Blyss: Instagram: @birthinginstincts / @birthingblyss Website: birthinginstincts.com / birthingblyss.com Email: birthinginstinctspodcast@gmail.com Call-in line: 805-399-0439 This show is produced by Soulfire Productions