Today’s episode features one of my favorite kinds of conversations- a community birth story. It’s always such a joy to hear and share the birth stories of students I’ve had the honor of working with in class, throughout their pregnancies, and today’s story is no exception.
To have this conversation today with me on Yoga| Birth| Babies I have Mia DiBiase. Mia is 33 years old and lives in Jersey City, NJ with her husband, their dog, and now their new baby. She works at Meta in advertising sales and enjoys staying physically active. Mia is also a PYC alum!
What makes Mia’s story especially powerful is her experience with a rare and serious pregnancy complication called vasa previa, diagnosed early on. She opens up about the anxiety that came with this diagnosis, its toll on her mental health, and the steps she took to advocate for herself during pregnancy to gain clarity about what was happening in her body. This advocacy became a foundation of self-trust that supported her throughout her birth, through both the challenges and the triumphs.
In this episode, you will learn:
- How her diagnosis of vasa previa impacted her pregnancy, birthing options, and mental health.
- How, once cleared for a vaginal birth, she mentally shifted her focus. Up to then, Mia had been focusing on preparing for a cesarean birth.
- The ways in which she advocated for herself during labor.
- One final tip or piece of advice Mia would like to offer new and expectant parents.
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About Mia:
Mia is 33 years old and lives in Jersey City, NJ with her husband, their dog, and now their new baby. She works at Meta in advertising sales and enjoys staying physically active, enjoying walks while listening to podcasts, practicing pilates, and trying new fitness classes. She is also a PYC alum!
Connect with Mia:
Instagram: @miaadibiase
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