What happens when a routine delivery turns into an emergency—and a mother has to dig deep to stay calm, focused, and strong?

In the last episode of season 3 of The Birth Squad Podcast, we’re joined by Perlita Ortega, a courageous mama who’s opening up about one of the most serious (and often misunderstood) birth complications: shoulder dystocia.

Perlita shares her real, raw, and powerful experience of what it felt like in the moment, how her birth team responded, and the lasting impact it’s had on her as a mother. This is a story of strength, awareness, and the importance of being prepared—even when you least expect complications.

🎧 In this episode, you’ll hear:

✔️ What shoulder dystocia is—and why it matters

✔️ How Perlita recognized something was wrong in the moment

✔️ The emotional and physical impact of the experience

🎙️ “It happened so fast—but I’ll never forget how strong I had to be in that moment.”

💪🏾 Whether you’ve faced complications in birth, work in maternal care, or just want to understand the full spectrum of birth experiences, this episode will leave you informed, inspired, and empowered.

💬 Have you experienced a shoulder dystocia or other unexpected birth complication? Share your story in the comments—we're building a community through real talk and lived experience. 💕

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🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more:

https://open.spotify.com/show/5oUKy30oJQPTYzK25kVLlw?si=ab88aa2fbe3e4153

📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCucYqnP446Gp86B-1gISc6g

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