Dr. Leah shares the full birth story of her son, Kade, including the unexpected path that led to his arrival.
In this episode, she walks through her original plan for a home birth, the natural induction methods she tried, and what it was like to go past 42 weeks. When things did not unfold as expected, she made the decision to transition to the hospital and ultimately pivot her birth plan.
This is an honest and emotional conversation about the unpredictability of birth, trusting your body and your baby, and navigating changes when things do not go as planned. Dr. Leah reflects on what she learned through the experience and how she embraced a different outcome with acceptance and grace.
If you are preparing for birth or navigating your own expectations around how it might unfold, this episode offers perspective, reassurance, and a reminder that every birth story is unique.
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