21 - Cultivating your ideal Birth Environment with Birth Center with Doula Stacey Green

The Best Birth Podcast

Stacey Green, a doula and owner of The Utah Birthplace, discusses birth support, doula work, and the benefits of birth centers. She shares her journey to opening the birth center and the importance of having a centralized location for pregnancy and postpartum resources. Stacey emphasizes the flexibility and personalized care offered at the Utah Birthplace, where women can choose their own midwife and have access to amenities like birth pools. She also highlights the role of doulas and support persons in providing comfort and empowerment during labor. The conversation touches on pain management techniques, the use of a rebozo, and the power of positive affirmations.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:23 The Benefits of Birth Centers and Personalized Care
21:06 The Use of a Rebozo and Other Pain Management Techniques
25:16 The Power of Positive Affirmations and Empowering Language
26:56 Access to Mental Health Support and Breastfeeding Resources

RESOURCES
Affirmation Cards - help you and your partner stay in a positive head space
Rebozo
The Birth Partner
Book Quote - “Your belief in her strength and capabilities can help her believe in herself, even when she may feel overwhelmed.”
“The way a woman is treated during birth has a lasting impact on her, both emotionally and psychologically. Your role is crucial in making this a positive experience.”
The Utah Birth Place