Periagoge
Scenario

Why comparing yourself to other laboring women can undermine your confidence

I'm watching other women in labor at the birth center and comparing myself to how they're handling pain, feeling inadequate.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Witnessing others navigate the same challenge differently can trigger self-judgment about one's own coping style and strength.

Your guide for this
Dipa
Dipa works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
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Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Birth and the birth experience?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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