In this episode, Sophia sits down with Liz Eidelman, a birth doula and mom of two, who shares her powerful journey through two very different birth experiences. After a traumatic first birth and unexpected NICU stay, Liz entered her second pregnancy seeking a different experience — but still found herself navigating fear, medical pressure, and ultimately a cesarean birth.

This conversation explores how birth trauma, conditioning, and fear influence decision-making, and how Liz transformed her experiences into a passion for supporting other women as a doula. They also discuss NICU experiences, feeding after birth trauma, and the importance of education and emotional preparation.

Connect with Liz:

▸ IG @The.sage.sister OR @ LizEidelman

▸ website

Connect with Sophia:

▸ Website

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Chapters:

00:00 Intro
01:30 Liz’s first pregnancy + birth
04:30 NICU + diagnosis (VACTERL / TEF)
08:30 Postpartum + separation from baby
11:00 Second pregnancy + fear
14:30 Hiring a doula + switching care
24:00 Induction pressure + decision making
28:00 Cesarean experience
30:30 Becoming a doula
33:00 Feeding after trauma
36:00 Fear + conditioning around birth
38:00 Why education matters early
43:00 Healing through birth work
47:00 Where to find Liz

This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The views and experiences shared by guests are their own and do not constitute medical, legal, or professional advice.

We are not providing medical or legal guidance, nor are we encouraging listeners to engage in any practice that may be unsafe or unlawful in their jurisdiction. Birth choices, medical care decisions, and midwifery practices are highly regulated and vary by state and country.

Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified, licensed professionals and to research the laws applicable to their location before making any health or birth-related decisions.

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From Birth Trauma to Doula | NICU, Fear & Healing