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Understanding Birth Trauma & Nervous System Care: A Deep Dive with Jennifer Summerfeldt - 62
- 2025/01/13
- 再生時間： 1 時間 2 分
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In this episode of the Birth Rebel Podcast, Angel welcomes back Jennifer Summerfeldt, a perinatal mental health therapist specializing in nervous system informed care and trauma care. Jennifer shares her journey into birth work, stemming from her first childbirth experience, and discusses the importance of understanding and addressing psychological and nervous system trauma in childbirth and postpartum periods. She introduces the concept of Polyvagal Theory and the roles of different nervous system states in birth experiences. Jennifer also distinguishes between trauma-informed care and nervous system-informed care, providing insights on how birth workers can support mothers more effectively. The episode emphasizes trust in the biological process, the significance of creating supportive conditions for birth, and the potential for systemic change by adopting a heart-centered approach to care. 00:33 Introducing Jennifer Summerfelt 02:07 Jennifer's Journey into Birth Work 03:12 The Impact of Birth Literature 04:58 Jennifer's Personal Birth Experience 07:22 Transition to Perinatal Mental Health 09:53 Understanding Trauma and the Nervous System 25:36 The Role of the Nervous System in Childbirth 30:58 Understanding the Instinctive Nature of Birth 32:37 Signs of a Disregulated Nervous System 33:02 Introduction to Polyvagal Theory 34:50 The Dorsal Vagal Pathway: Survival Mode 39:00 The Sympathetic Pathway: Fight or Flight 43:09 The Ventral Vagal Pathway: Social Engagement 44:51 Epidurals and Pain Management in Labor 47:40 Nervous System Informed Care for Birth Workers 52:51 The Importance of Co-Regulation 55:16 Final Thoughts and Resources Previous Birth Rebel Podcast Episode with Jennifer Summerfeldt - Episode 36 Explore the Nervous System in Birth & Birth Trauma with Jennifer Summerfeldt Books/Resources Mentioned What to Expect When You’re Expecting by Heidi Murkoff Spiritual Midwifery by Ina May Gaskin The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture by Gabor Mate Healing After Birth by Jennifer Summerfeldt Clinical Applications of Polyvagal Theory in Trauma Treatment with Stephen Porges & Deb Dana Polyvagal Institute - What is Polyvagal Theory? Being a Brain-Wise Therapist: A Practical Guide to Interpersonal Neurobiology by Bonnie Badenoch Where to Find Jennifer Summerfeldt Website | Jennifer’s Podcast - Therapy for Moms | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Linktree Jennifer Summerfeldt as a Guest on Various Podcasts Jennifer’s Healing After Birth Program Access my Better Birth Blueprint Workshop. This workshop will give you five tips on how you can have a safer more comfortable birth! As a bonus you will get a FREE downloadable workbook to accompany your workshop. Access your FREE Workshop! Until Next time my Birth Rebel crew! Instagram Website Submit a Topic Be My Guest Discount Codes NEEDED Prenatal Supplements Use Code: FRUITOFTHEWOMB for 20% off a one-time purchase OR the first (3) months of the (1) month subscription FullWell Prenatal & Fertility Supplements Use Code: FRUITOFTHEWOMBBIRTH for 10% off Christian Hypnobirthing Course Use Code: ANGEL for 20% off the course MotherLove Herbal Products • • Use Code: Wombbirth15 for 15% off