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Well ConsideredAuthor: Just the Inserts
Medical decisions can feel overwhelming, especially when youre faced with conflicting advice, rushed conversations, and the weight of making the best choice for your family. Its easy to feel pressured, unsure, or even second-guess yourselfbut making informed choices doesnt have to be confusing or stressful. Welcome to Well Consideredthe podcast that brings clarity and confidence to the medical decision-making process. Im Alexandra, and in each episode, well explore credible and transparent resources to help you move forward with knowledge and confidencebecause you deserve to make well-considered medical decisions. Subscribe now for thoughtful conversations, expert insights, and the clarity you need to make the best choices for you and your family. Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Medicine Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ep 62 | Being Informed and Supported During an Unplanned Pregnancy with Alicia Overocker
Episode 62
Tuesday, 26 May, 2026
We often discuss the importance of being informed and supported in an ideal birth, but what about when pregnancy wasn’t part of your plan? In this episode, I’m joined by doula Alicia Overocker, founder of Seeds of Strength, a nonprofit supporting teen and single mothers through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and adoption decisions with practical support and compassionate care. Together, we talk about the emotional realities of unplanned pregnancy, the importance of informed decision-making, and why no woman should feel pressured, isolated, or unsupported during one of the most vulnerable seasons of her life. Alicia shares the personal story that inspired her nonprofit, how her own family’s adoption experience shaped her perspective, and why she believes support (not fear) can change the trajectory of a mother’s life. Inside this episode, we discuss: The role doulas can play during unexpected or unsupported pregnancies Supporting women through birth, postpartum, and adoption Why informed consent matters during pregnancy-related decisions The emotional realities many women face during unplanned pregnancy How community support can change outcomes for mothers and babies Encouragement for women who feel overwhelmed, uncertain, or alone Whether you’re navigating an unplanned pregnancy yourself, supporting someone who is, or simply want a more compassionate understanding of these conversations, I hope this episode offers encouragement, perspective, and hope. Resources: Connect with Alicia https://plantingseedsbodyandbirth.com/seeds-of-strength Read the abortion highlight on Instagram Find a provider with our Pro-Informed Consent Provider Directory Take our free training course Follow on Instagram & X: @JustTheInserts @AlexandraGalaska
