About this episode
In this episode Iryna Barnett sits down with Suzzie Vehrs, founder of She Births Bravely, for a deeply honest and inspiring conversation. Suzzie shares her personal motherhood journey, including the heartbreaking loss of her first pregnancy and the grief that shaped her early years as a mother. She also opens up about the challenges she faced in her marriage, navigating divorce, and learning to co-parent with strength and compassion.
Throughout our conversation, Suzzie reflects on the defining moments that transformed her—ultimately guiding her toward birth work, becoming a doula, and launching her own business dedicated to supporting women through the powerful transition into motherhood.
It’s a story of resilience, purpose, and profound healing. If you’ve ever wondered, am I going to make it? Suzzie’s story with inspire you to hold your head high and keep going.
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Giving Birth And Becoming A Mother Changed Me
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