23 • Arista Ilona - Unplanned pregnancy, never wanted children, homebirth transport, cesarean birth and co-parenting

Big Birth Junkie

After embracing an unplanned pregnancy Arista Ilona moved forward preparing for her dream homebirth. After she transported to a hospital she had an unexpected c-section. Leading up to motherhood, Arista Ilona endured years of emotional trauma, a lack of self-love, judgment, and depression. Her birthing journey transformed into a profound healing journey in which she shares her wisdom as a mother, mentor and post partum doula.

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