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Birth Trauma Stories (formerly The Twinky Chronicles)

Catherine Garrett
Perinatal Trauma
Birth Trauma
NICU
Amniotic Fluid Embolism
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Mental Health
Grief
Home Birth
Twin To Twin Transfusion Syndrome
Maternal Health
Placenta Accreta
Sanfilippo Syndrome
Post-Intensive Care Syndrome
Faith/religion
Postpartum Anxiety
Faith
Perinatal Health
Functional Medicine
AFE (amniotic Fluid Embolism)
Therapy

Holding space and finding light after perinatal trauma

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Cheryl Thompson
Survivor of sepsis leading to ICU stay and cardiac arrest; Walk organizer
Walk for PICS
Episode: One Step at a Time: The Fight Against Post-Intensive Care Syndrome
Dr Peach
Medical researcher focusing on PICS and long-term outcomes
Vanderbilt Center/Research
Episode: One Step at a Time: The Fight Against Post-Intensive Care Syndrome
Megan Seacrest
Licensed clinical social worker, EMDR-certified therapist; owner of Gift of Grit Counseling; specializes in grieving parents and women with trauma and neurodivergence
Gift of Grit Counseling
Episode: S.5 E.26 Megan Secrest: Grief and Growth Coexisting: All Trauma includes loss
Brittany Baker
Mama Four, Work From Home Mama, doula
Self-employed doula
Episode: S.5 E.25 Brittany Baker: In the Room: Surviving an AFE, Aneurysm, & the Miracle In Between
Liana Albers
AFE survivor, stroke survivor, and art therapy facilitator
Birth Trauma Stories guest for this episode
Episode: S.5 E.24 Liana Albers: Held by God: A Story of Survival, Healing, and Thriving
Kirsten Karchmer
Founder and CEO of Conceivable
Conceivable
Episode: S.5 E.23 Kirsten Karchmer: Created for Care: How Technology Can Serve Women
Andrea Hickson
Parent of two NICU graduates and founder of NICU Alumni
NICU Alumni
Episode: S.5 E.22 Andrea Hickson: From Tiny Beginnings to Big Impact: NICU Alumni
Sharon Dey-Layne
Clinical nurse specialist with 30+ years in labor and delivery, newborn care, midwifery, and nurse education
Unspecified
Episode: S.5 E.20: Sharon Dey-Layne: Pioneering Excellence in Maternal Care
Wendy Melrose
Writer and self-publishing facilitator; birth advocate and doula
Resilient Press / self-publishing facilitator and doula
Episode: S.5 E.19: Wendy Melrose: A Mother's Fight for the Birth She Wante

Hosts

Kathy Garrett
Host of Birth Trauma Stories, frequently leads conversations on birth trauma advocacy and survivor support.
Cathy Garrett
Co-host and participant; contributes expert and empathetic perspectives across episodes.
Atara
Host of the show and organizer of Ask Atara segments; supports community through resources and guidance.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • A True Inspiration

    Cathy is such an inspiration and light in this world. Her sweet spirit comes through in every interview and she attracts the most special guests and stories. Thank you for sharing your story, Cathy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cristina P Simmons
    United Statesa year ago
  • Cathy is amazing and speaks right to the soul

    Birth trauma is something that’s hard to hear about and even harder to talk about, but it’s such an integral part of healing. Cathy has created a space that leaves room for everyone to be able to share the happy and sad moments. The darkness and the light. It’s absolutely incredible and needed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jennylundy1
    United States3 years ago
  • Like sitting in the living room with a friend

    Cathy has created such a special place for people to come and listen or share their story. What’s also great about this podcast is that it’s about perinatal trauma- any trauma that has happened surrounding pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. Cathy is warm and welcoming and it’s very easy to open up to her. The stories are very compelling and evoke great emotion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nLewis04
    United States3 years ago
  • Holding Space for Birth Trauma

    There is such a need for creating an environment for others to share their birth trauma and what it was like for them. Cathy does such an amazing job at this and also provides us with insight on how we can begin to heal from our own trauma.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sarah bilger
    United States4 years ago
  • A beautiful podcast

    Informative, encouraging, and humbling stories for moms about a range of topics around birth!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Littleacorn
    United States4 years ago

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The host fosters trust by balancing personal narratives with practical guidance and resources.
The show is seen as a supportive community for survivors seeking validation and actionable tips.
Listeners appreciate the warm, non-judgmental space that invites vulnerable storytelling.
Guests are consistently described as insightful and compassionate, with meaningful advocacy impact.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S.5 E.4 Gina DiMarco Zero Out of Ten Stars: Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD) & COVID Delivery
Q: Tell us about the story of your perinatal trauma.
Gina describes two major birth traumas, SPD diagnosed after the fact, subsequent surgeries, and a COVID-era labor where hospital policies complicated care, culminating in a life-saving, empowering home birth with Matteo.
S.5 E.2 Cristina Simmons: Powered by Perseverance
Q: Can you talk a little bit about the genetic syndrome your children have?
The syndrome is Ellis-Vancrebald, a severe condition that affected her pregnancies and shaped how she navigated both pregnancy and loss, ultimately leading to a long journey of adopting and building a family, all underpinned by faith.
S.5 E.5 Andrea Calvaneso: Resilient MOMent: An Accreta Stor
Q: What's the story of your perinatal trauma?
Andrea describes a smooth first three pregnancies, then learns at 20 weeks of pregnancy that the placenta has accreta, progressing to a complex surgery, a hysterectomy, significant blood loss, and an ICU stay, followed by a long recovery with multiple additional procedures and emotional struggles.
S.5 E.13 Atara Parkinson: NICU Mama x3 and The Healing Ways of Jesus! Part Two
Q: Now at this point, you're a double NICU mom. Do you have any advice for a listener who may be in the same camp as you?
Don't settle for despair or a false sense of inevitability. There is support and healing available, and faith can be a steadfast anchor; the advice is to push for support, stay engaged with healing paths, and remember that healing is possible even in the midst of ongoing challenges.
S.5 E.13 Atara Parkinson: NICU Mama x3 and The Healing Ways of Jesus! Part Two
Q: Was there any kind of moment that you felt like it changed, or was it kind of little nuggets over time, so to speak?
It was a slow progression of reminders that the current state and the negative beliefs were not truth; over time she learned to reframe thoughts, reminding herself that the fear and shame were not God's truth and choosing to reconnect with faith and trust.

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What is Birth Trauma Stories about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on perinatal trauma, birth experiences, and burnout, with a strong emphasis on healing, advocacy, and community support. Across episodes, topics include cesarean decisions, VBAC, NICU journeys, amniotic fluid embolism, postpartum care, and the emotional and spiritual aspects of recovery. Guests range from clinicians and doulas to survivors and advocates, offering practical planning tips, evidence-based perspectives, and lived experiences to help listeners navigate birth trauma with resilience and agency. A standout quality is the supportive, survivor-centered tone that blends personal stories with actionable resources, making it a go-to for informed care planning, advocacy, and connection with a like-minded community.

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Recent guests on Birth Trauma Stories include:

1. Cheryl Thompson
2. Dr Peach
3. Megan Seacrest
4. Brittany Baker
5. Liana Albers
6. Kirsten Karchmer
7. Andrea Hickson
8. Sharon Dey-Layne

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