Navigating the Unpredictable: Paulette's Story of Pregnancy and Autoimmunity | 118
The Birth Experience with Labor Nurse Mama · Trish Ware, RN
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Show Notes
Trish speaks with Paulette Kamenecka, a mother of two, author, and the podcast host of , “What You Didn’t Expect in Fertility, Pregnancy, and Birth”.
Paulette has navigated a chain of unexpected events in her pregnancy, introducing her to autoimmune diseases, high risk pregnancy, neonatology, and the general state of medical care that is available for rare cases.
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Paulette shares her unpredictable pregnancy journey and how educating herself and advocating for her babies was crucial during these uncertain times.
This conversation underscores the importance of personalized care, the unpredictable nature of pregnancy and birth, and the power of knowledge, self-advocacy, and support.
Trish & Paulette both emphasize the value of community support and informed decision-making for expectant mothers.
01:22 Welcoming Paulette Kamenecka: Author and Podcast Host
01:56 Paulette's Journey with Autoimmunity and Pregnancy
03:14 Navigating Unpredictability in Pregnancy
03:58 Paulette's Pregnancy Challenges and Discoveries
08:02 Advocating for Yourself in Pregnancy
12:14 Facing Uncertainty and Preparing for Birth
22:04 Grace's Journey
22:32 The Importance of Educating Yourself
28:47 Navigating High-Risk Pregnancies
37:19 Unexpected Diagnoses and Control
41:03 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
More from Paulette Kamenecka:
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