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May 2021
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Sacred birth - from trauma to freedom wi...

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In this episode, we hear from Caroline Blanco - Mother, Vedic Meditation teacher, creative consultant & mentor. She lives and works on Bundjalung country nurturing individuals and teams to create, birth and live with deeper connection, purpose & freedom. After a deep healing journey from her traumatic first birth, Caroline recently free birthed her 2nd child undisturbed at home and in this episode she shares with us her learnings and experience.

* Trigger warning * - In this episode we talk about birth and birth trauma. Please give yourself the time and space needed to listen and reach out for support if you need.

WHAT WE TALK ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

  • The possibilities of birth + breaking down the myths
  • Medicalised birthing vs. free birthing
  • What free birthing actually is
  • The importance of centring the mother and her experience
  • The role of a midwife
  • How to create an empowering birth experience
  • The connection between meditation and birth
  • Caroline’s direct experience using mantra, Vedic philosophy, breath and Vedic meditation in preparation for sacred birthing.

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