The birth is such a good analogy. I had that happen once in therapy, when something T said triggered me, but he knew it would, and he warned me first, and then womp! I felt like grabbing onto him for dear life. But it was not as bad as the first time we went over it in therapy (I had thought I was "over" it). It was like a strong echo of pain. And it has come up again once since, and it was still there, but weaker. I think it just takes time.... Many hugs for you, (((((tree))))). Don't worry about not posting to others. You will when you feel able. Take care.