Episode 16 - Sacred birth - from trauma to freedom with Caroline Blanco
Introduction to the episode.
In this episode, we hear from Caroline Blanco - Mother, Vedic Meditation teacher, creative consultant & mentor. She lives and works on Bundjalung country nurturing individuals and teams to create, birth and live with deeper connection, purpose & freedom. After a deep healing journey from her traumatic first birth, Caroline recently free birthed her 2nd child undisturbed at home and in this episode she shares with us for the first time her learnings and experience.
She believes that collective wellness is in the hands of mothers and birthing people, centring them within society, and having them feeling well and cared for - ‘peace on Earth begins at birth.’
What we talk about.
Caroline’s different experiences in her first birth with her son Opus and her second birthing with her daughter Minna
The possibilities of birth
Breaking down myths
Medicalised birthing vs. free birthing
What free birthing actually is
The importance of centring the mother and her experience
The role of a midwife
How to create an empowering birth experience
The connection between meditation and birth
Caroline’s direct experience using mantra, Vedic philosophy, breath and Vedic meditation in preparation for sacred birthing
Connect with Caroline.
Visit Caroline’s website to learn more about her offerings and Vedic meditation courses in Byron Bay
Follow Caroline on Instagram @_____love_now
caroline@lovenow.com.au
Resources.
Books
Delta Venus Art