Ep 25 Ritual and Self-Care in Pregnancy

Jan 23, 2018

Welcome to episode twenty-five of the Honest Mamas Podcast. Today, Sophie speaks to Susan Bradford about the ritual and self-care during pregnancy. 

Susan Bradford, LVN, CHD, CCE, CHT, is a holistic perinatal educator, Certified Holistic Doula (retired), Certified Hypnotherapist and Birth Ceremonialist.   She began her passionate path into childbirth in the early 1970s. Susan has a background in Ob/Gyn nursing and midwifery training. Since 1990, she has offered her services in Marin County, California. Besides various childbirth related classes, she also offers pregnant mothers’ circles, Birth Blessings & Welcoming Ceremonies, birth art sessions, and private consultations. Susan is a Certified Hypnotherapist offering support in all childbirth related issues. Of all the things she has done in her life, she is most proud of being the mother of a delightful and creative adult daughter.

 

What you’ll hear in this episode 

• Why ritual practices are important during pregnancy
• The importance of return and coming back to one’s self
• Carving out space and time for ritualistic work
• The kinds of ceremonies pregnant women can do
• How gifts and acts of symbolism can be very important
• The value of a closure ceremony
• What pregnant women can do when they are on their own
• How finding out about your own birth can prepare for pregnancy

Resources

http://www.thebirthjourney.net

https://www.amazon.com/Mother-Rising-Yana-Cortlund/dp/1587612674

https://www.amazon.com/Welcoming-Ways-Andrea-Alban-Gossline/dp/0768322332