Trusting Your Instincts in Birth and Motherhood with Jennifer Lauck

As a mother, I have often been overwhelmed by the pressure to conform to societal expectations. From pregnancy to birth to the first few months after childbirth, the world around us can be filled with advice, guidance, and rules that don’t always feel right. The truth is, as women, we are the ones who should be leading in our birth experiences, trusting our bodies, and listening to our inner wisdom.

In this episode of The Discerning Mother, I was honored to sit down with author and speaker Jennifer Lauck, whose work centers around empowering women to trust their instincts as they navigate the ups and downs of motherhood.

Jennifer’s journey wasn’t always about intuition. In fact, she shares how she was once deeply disconnected from her faith and the natural rhythms of her body. But after enduring a harrowing experience with the medical system during her first birth, Jennifer realized just how crucial it is to trust your own inner knowing, even when others try to convince you otherwise.

She discusses her first birth experience, where her birth plan was completely ignored, and the medical staff failed to provide informed consent on several key procedures.

What struck me most from our conversation was Jennifer’s candidness about the struggle to advocate for herself. As mothers, we often find ourselves in a battle, not only against the medical system but against our partners who may not understand our desire to trust our own bodies. It’s a complex and emotionally charged experience, and Jennifer beautifully captures this tension in her writing.

Ultimately, Jennifer’s story serves as a reminder that we, as women and mothers, have an innate wisdom that should not be overlooked. Even in the face of fear or opposition, trusting our instincts can guide us through some of the toughest moments of our lives.

I hope that Jennifer’s message encourages you to trust yourself and your journey. No matter what the world says, you are the one who knows what is best for you and your baby.

If you’re ready to take your first step toward trusting your instincts and advocating for yourself in birth and motherhood, I invite you to book a call with me. I’d love to guide you through this empowering process.

You can listen to the full episode of The Discerning Mother with Jennifer Lauck here and learn more about her work here.