Amanda wanted to share the experience of her “incredibly beautiful” c-section today, so other pregnant people can hear that it doesn’t have to be scary or traumatic. She describes her experience as “gentle and empowering” and wants more people to spread the word that cesarean doesn’t need to be feared or considered “less than.” Now, I usually don’t share birth stories from other countries because I don’t know the system and I can’t comment on it. But sometimes it’s nice to hear about other places because we can learn from them and discover ways we can improve in our system. Amanda is from Canada, and she really opened my eyes to the way an obstetrics system could better serve expectant parents. In this Episode, You’ll Learn About: What makes the Canadian healthcare system so different from the American system Why Amanda’s OB suggested induction What Amanda wanted for her birth vs what she got Why she opted for a c-section instead of continuing to try with pitocin How she felt about cesareans and epidurals before her personal experience with theme What her C-section felt like Why it’s important to be on the lookout for postpartum anxiety Why it’s ok to have mixed feelings about your birth How you can help make the American healthcare system better -- Full website notes: drnicolerankins.com/episode228 Check out The Birth Preparation Course Register for the class How to Create a Birth Plan the Right Way Our Sponsors: * Check out ByHeart and use my code DRNICOLE for a great deal: byheart.com/podcast * Check out Mochi Health at joinmochi.com and use my code DRNICOLE to get $40 Off! * Download FamilyAlbum from the App Store today, and start creating a legacy of love one photo at a time. * Get $120 Off Across 4 Boxes, Plus Free Shipping and Free Cookies! Go to gobble.com/DRNICOLE. * Get 25% off your first month for a limited time at ritual.com/DRNICOLE. That’s ritual.com/DRNICOLE for 25% off! * Start Ritual or add Essential For Women Prenatal to your subscription today! Head to ritual.com/DRNICOLE for 25% off. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy