{"podcast":{"title":"The Birth Experience with Labor Nurse Mama","slug":"the-birth-experience-with-labor-nurse-mama-4890607","podcast_index_feed_id":4890607,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-birth-experience/","website_url":"https://labornursemama.com/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/6f06442e-361c-4b4f-a748-90a2b7b87e4d/Jh28BIpLpQ8blrG_554pTW-v.jpg","author":"Trish Ware, RN","episode_count":265,"summary":"How do I actually push during labor? Should I get an epidural? Why is breastfeeding so hard? What exactly is Pitocin, and how much will induce labor? Is there a secret to having a successful VBAC? What happens if I poop during labor *shudder*? And oh yeah, how do I take care of a newborn? I know you’ve got a ton of questions and fears when it comes to giving birth. How? Because I’ve delivered thousands of babies as a labor nurse! I’ve seen it all...and as @labor.nurse.mama on IG, I’ve helped mamas all over the world stand up to their fears and walk into the labor room with confidence. The Birth Experience with Labor Nurse Mama is here to guide you through every step of your pregnancy, labor, and delivery. I’ll show you how to embrace your inner feminine wisdom and teach you to feel totally comfortable owning the labor room. Your body was made to deliver this baby, mama...let’s face all those fears and doubts and answer those nagging questions — so you can be ready for the most important day of your life!","last_synced_at":"2026-07-11T00:17:25.597594+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-birth-experience-with-labor-nurse-mama-4890607"},"episode":{"title":"Postpartum Rage - When You're Angry and Don't Know Why | 234","slug":"postpartum-rage-when-you-re-angry-and-don-t-know-why-234","published_at":"2025-12-31T13:30:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-birth-experience-with-labor-nurse-mama-4890607/postpartum-rage-when-you-re-angry-and-don-t-know-why-234","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-birth-experience-with-labor-nurse-mama-4890607","url":"https://labornursemama.com/podcast/postpartum-rage","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/90ee603e-f538-406a-bf1f-76f52ea667c5.mp3","summary":"Trish goes deep into a rarely discussed but incredibly common postpartum symptom: rage. We're not talking about everyday irritability - this is intense, explosive anger that can feel overwhelming and out of control. If you've ever snapped at your partner over something trivial, slammed doors, or felt fury bubbling up when the baby cries, you're not alone, and you're certainly not a bad mom. Trish, a labor nurse with over 16 years of experience and mom of seven, shares insights on what postpartum rage really is, its potential causes, practical strategies for managing it in the moment, and long-term steps to seek help. Tune in to feel less isolated and more empowered on your postpartum journey. Join the Calm Mama Membership: labornursemama.com/cms Leave a review and include your Instagram username for a chance to win our monthly raffle! Key Takeaways Understanding Postpartum Rage : It's not just anger - it's a sudden, disproportionate fury that can manifest as yelling, slamming things, or feeling out of control. Trish reassures listeners that this is often a symptom of perinatal mood disorders, not a reflection of your character as a mom. Common Causes : Hormonal shifts post-birth, chronic sleep deprivation, constant overstimulation from being needed and touched, lack of support, and underlying anxiety or depression can all contribute. Your body is in survival mode, and rage is its way of protecting you. Immediate Coping Strategies : Acknowledge it out loud: \"I'm feeling rage right now - this is a symptom, not who I am.\" Step away safely: Place baby in a crib and take a break. Regulate your body: Chug ice water, splash cold water on your face, do jumping jacks (if recovery allows), scream into a pillow, or try box breathing (in for 4, hold for 4, out for 6). Long-Term So…","meta_description":"Trish goes deep into a rarely discussed but incredibly common postpartum symptom: rage. We're not talking about everyday irritability - this is intense, e…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":384,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-birth-experience-with-labor-nurse-mama-4890607/episodes/postpartum-rage-when-you-re-angry-and-don-t-know-why-234/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-birth-experience-with-labor-nurse-mama-4890607/postpartum-rage-when-you-re-angry-and-don-t-know-why-234.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}