It had been three months since I pushed a seven pound baby out of my vagina when I first heard of the book, When Survivors Give Birth (WSGB). Today, more than six years later, I facilitate my own WSGB sessions.
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3 BIG Reasons Why You Should NOT Use the ACE Questionnaire
I am often asked if I would recommend an organization using the ACE Questionnaire. Generally folks are asking because they are interested in screening for trauma in some way. Which is so fabulous! The question is a great one. But here's why using the ACE questionnaire is not a good idea.
Elizabeth Gets a Mammogram
Basic healthcare experiences can feel overwhelming and sometimes triggering for abuse survivors. This post is the first in an occasional series in which I undertake important health-oriented must-do’s through the lens of an abuse survivor.
Asking the Right Questions Part I: Space
When you truly want to connect with patients, you must consider the space in which you want the connection to happen. This is especially important to connect with a population that has a harder time with trust, like abuse survivors.