Emetophobia in Pregnancy and an Inspiring Home Birth Story with Kat Sullivan and Ben Winston, EBB Childbirth Class Graduates
Dr. Rebecca Dekker talks with EBB Childbirth Class graduates Kat Sullivan and Ben Winston about their journey through pregnancy and birth. Kat shares her deeply personal experience of living with emetophobia—the fear of vomiting—and how it impacted her pregnancy and decision to pursue a home birth. From navigating intrusive thoughts and panic attacks to finding a supportive care team and discovering the power of SSRIs, Kat and Ben open up about their challenges and triumphs. Hear how they prepared for labor, the role of their midwives, and how the EBB Childbirth Class helped them feel informed and empowered. Whether you're curious about home births, mental health in pregnancy, or simply love heartfelt birth stories, this episode is a must-listen!
Content Note: The first half of the interview will discuss distressing symptoms related to emetophobia, panic attacks, and OCD, as well as considering pregnancy termination due to emetophobia.
(00:01:24) Joyful Home Birth Experience despite Challenges
(00:04:56) Empowered by Supportive Providers for Emetophobia
(00:10:17) Navigating Mental Health in Parenthood Transition
(00:17:53) Navigating Challenges with a Strong Support System
(00:30:10) Unpredictable Transitions in Labor and Birth
(00:35:03) Empowering Decisions Through Evidence-Based Home Birth
(00:36:07) Empowering Parents Through Evidence-Based Childbirth Education
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