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Birth Summary
On today’s episode, Allyson shares about her experience with a planned c section birth as a first time mom. She talks frankly about how it felt meeting her son for the first time and how her introduction to motherhood did not go as planned.
Allyson High Bio
Allyson is a social worker and photography lover. She lives in the Twin Cities with her husband, lab/pit Amos, and 1 year old son. Connect with her on IG @allysonwonder.
Resources
Ina May Gaskin’s Guide to Childbirth
How Not To Hate Your Husband After Kids by Jancee Dunn
Know Your Options Childbirth Course from The Birth Hour
C Section scar massage
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