In this episode, we explore misconceptions about childbirth education, the appropriate timing for family education, and why childbirth classes are essential for expecting parents.Guest Susan Barrett Finnazo emphasizes the importance of classes to understand labor duration, interventions, and to set realistic expectations. Benefits include managing anxiety, discussing risks and options with caregivers, and asking vital questions. She explains medical induction, birth plans, interventions, partner involvement, and breathing challenges during labor.The episode also covers doulas, disparities in treatment for women of color in the U.S., and compares how hospital and birth center education impacts postpartum recovery. Time Stamps: 01:25 Common misconceptions about childbirth education 03:20 When families start their childbirth education 06:58 How childbirth education helps to understand interventions 09:14 How can childbirth education create realistic expectations 10:10 How to deal with anxiety during childbirth 12:29 Important questions to ask your providers 14:21 What is induction treatment 15:57 Common interventions parents should understand during labor 18:21 Why is partner involvement needed in labor & birth? 21:38 Why address breathing issues in the labor room? 24:00 Truth about maternal condition in USA healthcare 26:03 Differences in hospitals and birthing centers 27:28 How does childbirth education impact the postpartum and recovery? 31:15 How does a doula support throughout the postpartum period? Contact Susan’s Barrett FinnazoContact info: Susan@mybabylady.com or simplysusan411@gmail.com Http://www.mybabylady.com https://www.facebook.com/mybabyladyinc/ @mybabylady407-973-4620Coupon for Listeners: $250 off virtual doula support package, mention coupon code "Fledgling250.”About Susan Barrett FinnazoSusan Barrett Finazzo is the founder of My Baby Lady and a national advocate for labor, birth, and postpartum education and support. She works as a virtual childbirth educator and birth and postpartum doula serving families nationwide. She is also authoring the upcoming book "My Baby Lady: Exposing the Worst Place to Give Birth. Susan focuses on preparing families not only for labor but also for the crucial early months that influence lifelong development, which aims to help parents become educated, supported, and emotionally regulated because supported, educated parents are better able to raise secure, educated, and emotionally regulated children.About Annamarie von Firley:After 20 years of owning and running her own fashion house, reVamp, Annamarie von Firley returned to her toy design roots. With a BA in Wooden Toy Design and Construction and a BFA in Furniture Design, she took her knowledge of child development and expertise in play to found Adventuretown Toy Emporium in 2016. About Fledglings' Flight:At Fledglings Flight, we understand that every child is unique and deserves the best opportunities for growth and learning. That's why we offer a comprehensive range of play-based exercises designed for children from birth to age 3. These exercises are carefully curated to stimulate their cognitive, motor, and social-emotional development.With our user-friendly app, parents and caregivers can access a library of engaging exercises that update monthly. You can customize your daily routine by selecting exercises that align with your child's developmental needs. As a Basic Member, you can track your child's milestones and receive insights into their progress. For even more personalized guidance, our Premium Members gain access to a developmental profile.Follow us:Fledglings’ Flight: https://www.FledglingsFlight.comApp: https://app.FledglingsFlight.comInstagram: / fledglingsflight TikTok: / fledglings.flight Facebook: / fledglingsflight LinkedIn: / fledglings-flight Pinterest: / fledglingsflight Music: Purple Planet Music
