In this week's episode, we're diving headfirst into the whirlwind of hormones and tears that accompany the "magical" journey of childbirth. Miranda tells us about the 4 hormones that play an important role in labor and delivery, from the highs of oxytocin-induced euphoria to the lows of...well, let's just say it's not for the faint of heart. Mel will share about something 90% of women who deliver vaginally experience, but yet no one talks about-- vaginal tearing. Yes, pushing out a human most often results in a few stitches. Get ready to laugh, cry, and maybe even cringe a little as we tackle topics like perineal massage, the joys of postpartum hormonal fluctuations, and the unexpected perks of "padsicles"... IYKYK. So grab your favorite cup of tea (or glass of wine, we won't judge), settle in with your little bundle of joy (or chaos, depending on the day), and join us for a candid, relatable, and above all, hilarious discussion about hormones, tears, and the beautiful chaos of childbirth. Because hey, if you can't laugh about it, you'll probably end up crying – and there's plenty of time for that later.
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Sources:
Mel-
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/23097-vaginal-delivery
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21212-vaginal-tears-during-childbirth
https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/fastats/births.htm
Miranda-
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/22464-hormones
https://nationalpartnership.org/childbirthconnection/maternity-care/role-of-hormones/
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