Suzanne D Burns
Suzanne D Burns
Ep7- Understanding Trauma and ACEs in Maternity Home Setting
Ep7- Understanding Trauma and ACEs in Maternity Home Setting
Ep7- Understanding Trauma and ACEs in Maternity Home Setting
Friday 20th November 2020
Suzanne Burns discusses trauma and ACEs in maternity homes, providing practical advice for supporting mothers in crisis. Listen now on alcoholfree.com.
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Suzanne D Burns
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Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Navigating Trauma and ACEs in Maternity Homes with Suzanne Burns
Our cool system means that we are calm. It is not important for safety, for stability, it is not important. They have not experienced their cool system, things that you are going to see in their hot system dominance.
Feeling a bit under the weather didn't stop Suzanne Burns from delivering a powerful episode on trauma and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) in maternity homes. In this heartfelt episode, Suzanne, the Founder and Executive Director of a maternity home in Tennessee, dives into her personal journey and professional insights from her first national presentation at Heartbeat International's 2018 Annual Conference in Anaheim, CA.
Her experience with mothers in crisis has given her a unique perspective on the profound impact of trauma, poverty mindset, and addiction. Suzanne passionately explains how understanding ACEs is crucial for anyone working in maternity homes or supporting mothers in crisis. She sheds light on the physical and mental health challenges these mothers face, especially those with high ACE scores.
One of the standout points is her discussion on 'hot' and 'cool' systems in trauma, revealing why trauma survivors often struggle to stay calm and collected. Building trust with trauma survivors can be tough, but Suzanne offers practical tips on creating a stable and reliable environment. She underscores the importance of consistency and how it plays a pivotal role in fostering trust and safety.
Throughout the episode, Suzanne shares moving stories of resilience and transformation, showcasing the power of trauma-informed care. She emphasizes that by understanding trauma and implementing these care strategies, we can create safer, more stable environments where mothers and their children can heal and thrive. This episode is a treasure trove of practical advice and heartfelt stories, perfect for anyone involved in maternity care or working with individuals affected by trauma.