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EBB 289 - Pregnancy with Type 1 Diabetes, a Difficult Birth and Shoulder Dystocia with EBB Childbirth Class Graduate Siri Lachmansingh

Published: Nov. 1, 2023, 6 a.m.

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In this episode, I\'m joined by Siri Lachmansingh, who shares her remarkable journey of pregnancy and childbirth while managing type 1 diabetes.
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Siri delves into the unique challenges and considerations for pregnant individuals with diabetes, including blood sugar management and medical monitoring. Siri also takes us through the choices she made during her induction process and the empowering moments she experienced during her second birth journey. Tune in as Siri\'s story highlights the importance of informed decision-making and the strength that can come from embracing evidence-based care during pregnancy and childbirth.
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Content Note: This episode discusses topics related to pregnancy, childbirth, and managing type 1 diabetes during pregnancy. While the conversation is focused on informed decision-making and evidence-based care, it may contain medical details and experiences that could be sensitive for some listeners\\u2014 including a description (starting at 41 minutes) of obstetric violence, shoulder dystocia, and birth injury to a newborn. Please be mindful of your own comfort and emotional well-being while listening.
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Trigger Warning: shoulder dystocia, birth injury to a newborn, and obstetric violence
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Find out more about Siri\\u2019s birth and childbirth education team here: Doula Aileen (https://www.doulaaileen.com/),\\xa0Heather Christine Struwe (https://holisticcontinuum.com) and Rhonda Fellows (https://www.oilydoulamn.com/about.html)\\xa0

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