This week on the podcast, I’m delighted to be joined by Rachael, volunteer manager at the Birth Trauma Association. We’re exploring the topic of pregnancy after trauma, something I know lots of my listeners who had their babies in the pandemic are either going through at the moment, or hope to in the future.

Rachael shares some amazing practical tips on how to arm yourself with the tools you need to be informed about your choices, advocate for yourself and prepare both mentally and physically for a second birth.

You can learn more about the Birth Trauma Association here. They have Peer Supporters on hold to help anyone struggling with the impact of a traumatic birth; they can be reached on the telephone number 0203 621 6338 or at support@birthtraumaassociation.org.uk

Their ‘trauma informed care’ wristbands are available for purchase here. And they have a Facebook support group if that’s useful to you.

Your host is Phillippa Guillou, a journalist and radio presenter whose own baby was born at the height of the pandemic. You can get in touch with Phillippa here.