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‘I almost died’: Alberta psychologist shares traumatic birth story to help others

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Dr. Teela Tomassetti, an Alberta psychologist and owner of the Reproductive and Perinatal Trauma Centre, has publicly shared her own traumatic birth experience. According to her account, she nearly died during childbirth.

Tomassetti is speaking publicly about her experience in hopes of encouraging others who have undergone traumatic childbirth to seek professional help. By sharing her personal story, she aims to raise awareness about the psychological impact of difficult deliveries and reduce stigma around seeking support for birth-related trauma.

As the owner of a centre dedicated to reproductive and perinatal trauma, Tomassetti's decision to disclose her own experience underscores the prevalence of birth trauma and the importance of mental health resources for affected individuals.

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