A Father’s Experience with Birth Trauma
Bart Blaylock, a registered nurse and TriWest regional director, experienced trauma while assisting in the delivery room during his son’s difficult birth. Experiences are real, he explains. And any traumatic event may produce severe, lasting stress reactions. Hear his story of recognizing stress triggers – then navigating a path forward.
Resources
- Traumatic Birth Prevention & Resource Guide
- Peer Support Programs for New Parents
- Make Birth Better Video and Resources
- Article for Parents on Getting Support
- Postpartum Support International Resources for Parents
- Postpartum Support International Help Resources for Dads
- The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
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