The Day My Vagina Broke: Stephanie Thompson on Childbirth Trauma, Recovery, and Radical Honesty

We don’t talk enough about what happens after birth. The stitches, the shame, the silence. The way your body changes—and how the world expects you to just carry on.

In this unflinching episode of Roar, Stephanie Thompson, founder of Bravemumma and author of The Day My Vagina Broke, joins Danielle to talk about what happens when women stop protecting the narrative and start telling the truth.

After a traumatic birth injury left her with lifelong complications, Stephanie made a choice: she could hide her experience—or she could use it to help other women feel less alone. Through her book, her podcast, and her advocacy work, she’s challenged the silence surrounding childbirth trauma and pelvic health, while helping women reclaim ownership of their bodies and their recovery stories.

Together, Danielle and Stephanie talk about:

💥 The physical and emotional aftermath of birth injuries—and the lack of information women receive.

💬 Why shame keeps women from seeking the help they need. ⚡ How medical systems fail to prepare women for the realities of childbirth recovery.

💪 What it takes to turn pain into purpose—and find humor and hope along the way.

❤️ How honesty and community can transform even the most isolating experiences.

Stephanie’s story is not easy—but it’s necessary. She’s giving language to what too many women are taught to endure silently, and proving that vulnerability is a form of strength.

🔑 Key Takeaways from This Episode

• Birth injuries are more common than we think—and silence keeps them invisible.
  

• Healing is physical and emotional.
  

• When women share their stories, stigma loses power.
  

• Advocacy often begins with one person refusing to be quiet about their pain.
  

🔗 Links Mentioned in This Episode

Bravemumma → http://www.bravemumma.com

Stephanie’s book → The Day My Vagina Broke: https://www.amazon.com/Day-My-Vagina-Broke-childbirth/dp/1925921344

Follow Bravemumma on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/bravemumma

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