Be Well by Kelly Leveque 342: The Doula’s Guide to Labor, Bonding, and Postpartum Healing | Carson Meyer
In this episode, I’m joined by doula, certified nutrition consultant, and author Carson Meyer for a heartfelt conversation about pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Carson has supported over 100 births, and she brings so much wisdom to topics like what to expect each trimester, how to build your birth team, and the growing interest in home birth and natural labor support.
We talk about prenatal bonding, reducing induction and C-section rates, the power of movement and waterbirth, and how to set birth intentions instead of rigid plans. Carson also shares insight into spiritual preparation for motherhood, facing birth fears, and creating a supportive postpartum plan.
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TOPICS DISCUSSED:
→ What does a doula do during pregnancy and birth?
→ How can movement and water support natural labor?
→ What are the benefits of home birth vs. hospital birth?
→ How do you reduce the chance of induction or C-section?
→ What’s the difference between a birth plan and birth intentions?
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Timestamps:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:02:44 - What drew Carson to doula work?
→ 00:05:17 - Doula training
→ 00:06:39 - Building a doula business
→ 00:08:56 - Doulas, Midwives, & your OBGYN
→ 00:13:45 - Rise in home births & writing journey
→ 00:17:53 - Demystifying birth & pregnancy
→ 00:21:10 - Witnessing over 100 births
→ 00:22:43 - Prioritizing maternal well-being
→ 00:25:15 - Exploring your fears around birth
→ 00:29:34 - Surrendering to the raw intensity of birth
→ 00:32:04 - Essential info for every trimester
→ 00:36:11 - The spiritual side of parenthood
→ 00:37:06 - Prenatal bonding & attachment
→ 00:41:38 - Birth intentions vs a birth plan
→ 00:45:59 - C-section rates
→ 00:48:25 - Knowing when baby is ready to arrive
→ 00:51:13 - Water birth, movement, & reducing induction rates
→ 00:53:12 - Understanding waterbirth & home birth
→ 00:56:04 - Four pillars of postpartum
→ 01:00:18 - Kelly’s postpartum experience
Check Out Carson:
→ Website
→ Growing Together: Doula Wisdom and Holistic Practices for Pregnancy, Birth, and Motherhood (book)
Check Out Kelly:
→ YouTube