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If you’re doubting your ability to give birth without pain medication, then this episode is for you!

In this solo episode, Amanda talks about this common concern that many women (including herself!) have before they give birth, and some things you can do to help overcome your doubts and fears.

In Kumbay’all episode 68, Amanda discusses:

• Why it’s common to have doubts about your ability to give birth without medication

• What things affect our feelings and ideas about birth

• What to do to ease your concerns

• A few of Amanda’s favorite empowering resources

• Other tips and advice to prepare for a smooth, unmedicated birth

We hope this episode provides helpful tips, insight, and encouragement to you! 

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About Dr Shipley:

Amanda Shipley, PT, DPT, MTC has been a physical therapist for more than 20 years and is the founder of Renew Pelvic Health in Atlanta, GA. Since 2007 Amanda has focused on helping patients prevent and heal pelvic floor issues. Her mission is to empower people to take charge of their pelvic health and change the standard of care so that pelvic physical therapy is a part of a complete wellness strategy. Dr. Shipley is especially passionate about helping birthing people have as smooth a childbirth as possible while preventing future pelvic floor dysfunction. After having two unmedicated homebirths herself, she co-founded Progressive Pelvic Education with her identical twin sister (who is also a homebirth mom) and created her signature program - Progressive Pregnancy - where they help women prepare their mind, body, and pelvic floor for the childbirth they desire. Amanda is also the creator and host of the podcast Kumbay'all: The Whole Woman's Resource. 

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