Episode 29 · The Emetophobia Podcast
Pregnancy & Emetophobia
Two ex-emetophobes, two very different pregnancies — open, candid and genuine.
In this brilliant episode, Michelle Johnson and Bree Billington have an open, candid and genuine discussion about pregnancy and Emetophobia. Michelle and Bree are both ex-emetophobes, both parents, and both working to help other people overcome their fear of sickness and vomit.
The episode does contain reference to sensitive topics including miscarriage and abortion.
Michelle and Bree share their different experiences of pregnancy in a very raw and open way. Michelle was Emetophobia-Free during her pregnancy; Bree still had her Emetophobia.
“Michelle was Emetophobia-Free during her pregnancy. Bree still had her Emetophobia.”
Insert attribution hereHow could someone with Emetophobia consider getting pregnant?
The episode begins with that common question. Bree dives straight in with a brilliant insight into how her high desire for control and the power of her beliefs all played a role in her decision to fall pregnant whilst suffering with Emetophobia.
The discussion then moves on to how desire for control, low self-esteem, social anxiety and unhelpful thinking styles all factor into how well you manage the different parts of pregnancy: the changes in your body, hormones, morning sickness, doctor’s appointments, not telling anyone about your pregnancy for the first 12 weeks, birth plans, listening to the opinions of others, and the pressure we put on ourselves as future parents to get everything right.
The episode ends with some active ways to prepare yourself for the discomforts of pregnancy, with a few challenges you can try at home.
This episode featured discussion between Michelle Johnson and Bree Billington.