Melissa & Cody Kreutz

We Are The Stigma

Melissa & Cody Kreutz

  • 4. Giving Birth - 10 Min Monday!

4. Giving Birth - 10 Min Monday!

Monday 23rd March 2020

Melissa and Cody Kreutz discuss the raw realities of childbirth in 'We Are The Stigma'. Hear their unfiltered take on labor, delivery, and societal views.
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12 minutes
Raw
Honest
Uncomfortable Conversations
Empowering
Vulnerable

About this podcast

We Are The Stigma
Author:
Melissa & Cody Kreutz
Overview:
Categories:
Sexual Stigmas & Myths
Stigma & Social Perspectives
Healing Relationships
Sobriety Toolkit
Recovery from Trauma
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Unmasking Childbirth: Melissa and Cody's Honest Take on Labor and Delivery

I felt exposed, I felt vulnerable. I didn't have an epidural, so I was like grabbing it onto things and I hadn't learned, like the yoga ball... and anyway, what always I look back on that time, you would think as a woman you would feel powerful, right, you would feel empowered and you would feel like you had just done this amazing thing, and especially since everyone who was in the room with us, obviously all the doctors and the nurses, I mean after Watson was born, they were like crying. And yeah, I just felt so shamed and so embarrassed, and I always look back on that time.
Childbirth is often shrouded in a mix of awe and anxiety, and Melissa and Cody Kreutz aren’t holding back in this 10-Minute Monday episode of 'We Are The Stigma'. As Melissa's due date looms, the couple dives headfirst into the nitty-gritty of labor and delivery, sharing their own raw and real experiences. This episode isn’t just for expecting parents; it’s for anyone curious about the often hidden realities of bringing a new life into the world.
Melissa opens up about her own childbirth journey, including the emotional rollercoaster of giving birth without an epidural. She talks about feeling exposed and vulnerable, even as doctors and nurses celebrated her strength. Cody chimes in with his perspective, adding a touch of humor to balance the intense moments. Together, they explore why something so natural is often viewed as unnatural by society. The conversation doesn’t stop at personal anecdotes.
Melissa and Cody delve into cultural traditions surrounding childbirth, comparing practices like midwifery and home births in Denmark and the Netherlands to the more medicalized approaches in other parts of the world. They also touch on the stigma surrounding c-sections, hinting at a deeper dive in future episodes. For those who think childbirth is all about serene moments and baby coos, Melissa and Cody offer a reality check.
They share the bizarre and sometimes comical aspects of labor, from dealing with the placenta to the awkwardness of learning how to breastfeed. It’s a candid conversation that aims to strip away the taboos and bring honesty to a topic often wrapped in silence. Tune in to hear Melissa and Cody's unfiltered discussion on childbirth.
Whether you’re expecting a baby or just curious about what really goes on in the delivery room, this episode promises to be enlightening, entertaining, and above all, real.