{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Why Every Mom Needs a Doula: Birth Support, VBACs, and Postpartum Care with Kristin Revere","description":"In this episode of The Momalogues Podcast, we sit down with Kristin Revere, certified doula and founder of Gold Coast Doulas, to talk about the incredible power of informed, supported birth experiences. Kristin shares her unexpected journey from political fundraising to birthwork and opens up about the emotional and practical impact of having a doula by your side during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. From advocating for yourself in the delivery room to understanding what doulas really do, this conversation is packed with honest insight for moms at every stage. \ud83c\udfa7 In this episode, we chat about:   What a doula actually does\u2014and why it\u2019s different from a midwife   The emotional and financial value of hiring a doula   VBACs and how to make empowered birth choices   Why trusting your instincts and building your support team matters   Whether you're planning your first birth or reflecting on your past experience, this episode will leave you feeling informed, encouraged, and supported\u2014just like a good doula would. \u2728 Because birth is not just a medical event\u2014it\u2019s a transformative journey that deserves support. We love hearing from you, so please don\u2019t hesitate to engage with us! Comment, share your questions, or tell us your favorite takeaways from each episode. \u2b50 If you're enjoying the podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your feedback helps us reach more moms and share more stories that matter. #TheMomaloguesPodcast #KristinRevere #DoulaSupport #EmpoweredBirth #PostpartumSupport #MomsWhoInspire #BirthWithoutFear #ParentingJourney #SupportedMoms&amp;nbsp; doula, pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum, VBAC, maternal health, parenting, support, mental health, birth experience, postnatal planning, recovery, partners, self-care, community, financial planning, doulas, motherhood, postpartum support, mental health &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"The Momalogues","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/491036","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/36946810\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/36946810"}