Join me as we explore all things birth, pregnancy and parenting from a holistic perspective. We chat with parents and women who are taking ownership of themselves and their families and going back within to do the work and nurture their intuition.
Send us a textToday's episode if for anyone about to give birth and feeling helpless and scared of what birth will be like. Neema and I delve deep into what you can do to help your labor go smoother. We have so much more control of our experience of labor than we have been allowed to believe and there is so much of how we approach birth that just simply makes birth HARDER so get comfy and enjoy!We have also just launched a membership for mothers and women looking to build a community that nurtures and supports your growth in motherhood. If this is something you have been looking for click the link to join:https://selar.com/e11244To connect with usRuby Mamas:Instagram: Email:Neema:Instagram:
Send us a textOn today's episode we have Vivian's second birth story. After a traumatic first birth experience and hospital trauma from walking her father through dialysis, Vivian was called to doing things differently the second time round. However, after having no luck finding a provider to support her in the hospital, it led her towards homebirth which felt right with her. Her journey towards the birth she wanted was not easy or straight forward but she was filled with peace throughout the obstacles she faced. She backed her intuition and God doing what was within her control and surrendering the rest and the result was a restorative chilled HBAC. EnjoyTo connect with Vivian:Instagram: Listen to her first birth story:To connect with Ruby Mamas:Instagram:Email: rubymamas14@gmail.com
Send us a text Happy New year Everyone!On today's episode, we are talking all things homeschooling in the Kenyan context with homeschooling mum, Mwende Kithinji. She's got 3 kids and she shares her journey into homeschool with her first, unlearning 844 mentality, the costs and daily schedules and the changes being a homeschool parent has had on her. EnjoyTo connect with Mwende:Instagram:Youtube:To connect with Ruby MamasInstagram:Email:
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Join us on today's episode as we unpack pain during labor. We touch on everything from what causes women to feel pain during the birth process, ecstatic birth to easy and simple ways to work WITH your body during birth. Got any hacks for birth we missed?Share in the comments and plug some mamas to be!To Connect:NicoleInstagram:Email:Neema Instagram:
Today's episode was inspired by Black Maternal Health week and International Day of the Midwife. We speak midwifery as a solution not just for better health outcomes but the cost benefit on governments and societies and the satisfaction of birthing women. Bringing midwives back to the forefront of maternal care is the answer for thriving, women and families.Let's work towards a society that centers and values women and mothers and in turn values children and this starts at conception and birth. To connect with usNicole's Instagram: Email:Neema's instagram: Email:
On today's episode we have Vivian Maina, a doula, entrepreneur and mother of two. In part 1 she shares her traumatic first birth experience which led to an unnecessary c section and the lack of care and support she received in the birth and postpartum, how the challenges she faced pushed her to find an alternative to the poor care for her next birth. Looking to connect with Vivian?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wito4you
On today's episode I speak with Terry Nzaumi. Terry's a doula, childbirth educator and social worker based out in Canada but serving pregnant women in Kenya. We speak about her journey into birth work and her own birth experiences that sparked a fire for supporting women through their birth, pregnancies and postpartum experiences. We also share some tips to think about when preparing for labor. Below are Terry's contactsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/childbirthandbreastfeedingEmail: firsttimemum20@gmail.com
On today's episode we have Ijai. She's a mom of two, a pharmacist and wife. She shares her two vastly different births, with her first she had the typical hospital birth experience which wound up in surgery and went to to have a difficult recovery. So when it came to her second pregnancy she was determined not to go through the same however, she struggled to find a provider to support her in her birth plan but managed to have a powerful unassisted VBAC at home. Tune in to hear how her second birth impacted her in how she mothers her children and approaches life's challenges.
Today we have the final part of my birth story. In the episode, I share my homebirth experience, my labor lasted 20 hours and it was intense but pain free. We also talk about the steps I took to have a smooth forth trimester and the ways I supported my body's healing. To Connect with Jenelle:Website: https://www.fgswellness.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fgswellnessTo connect with Me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruby.mamasWebsite: https://www.rubymamas.comEmail: rubymamas14@gmail.com
On this week's episode I share part 1 of my birth story, Jenelle agreed to play host for the day so we swapped roles. In the episode I share my experience with taking charge of my own maternal care and having a non medicalized pregnancy.The three year preparation I did for birth and motherhood, how I prepared physically and mentally for birth and the forth trimester and loads more.Enjoy. Links to episodes with Jenelle:To connect with Me: Email: rubymamas14@gmail.comWebsite: https://www.rubymamas.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/ruby.mamasTo connect with Jenelle:Website:https://www.fgswellness.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/fgswellness
Today we have Shabanu. She's a mother, tarot reader and candle magic practitioner. We talk about candle magic, tarot and akashic records. How she got into her work and the classes she teaches. Shabanu also shares some simple tips for anyone getting started with spirituality and magic; as well as how to incorporate your sign and birth chart in your work. To Connect with Shabanu:Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/tarotwithshabanu Email:To Connect with Me:Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/ruby.mamasWebsite:http://www.rubymamas.comEmail: rubymamas14@gmail.com
Today we have Ofentse Tipa. She's a South African youtuber, love coach and mother of one based in Kenya. She always knew she wanted to be a mother and after living with her pastor who had three homebirths herself, she knew that was what she wanted when the time came. Although her homebirth did not go as planned, she received great care from her midwife and emphasizes the point that: it's okay for your plans to change and solid postpartum care was crucial for her. To Connect Ofentse:Youtube:Instagram:aw3 To Connect with Ruby Mamas:Website: http://www.rubymamas.comEmail: rubymamas14@gmail.comInstagram: https://
Today's episode is a special one, I have my mother and aunt in law taking over. They will be talking about my aunt's entry into midwifery and her 6 birth stories which are a mix of hospital and home births. Her story is important because most of the initiatives are directed at reducing maternal mortality by moving more women into hospitals and away from TBAs. This is despite obstetrics being the leading cause of maternal mortality, the low quality of care and the inability of our healthcare systems to provide holistic and individualized care. This story, just like the rest highlights that there is more to birth than just surviving it and it is not inherently traumatic. Enjoy!To Connect with Ruby Mamas:Website: https://www.rubymamas.comInstagram: https://Email: rubymamas14@gmail.com
Today we have the final part of Jenelle's Birth Story, she talks about how she worked with her body during the pushing stage. Her hectic early postpartum period as she moved countries, how she took care of herself in this time and how her husband showed up for her in this time To connect with Jenelle:Website: http:/www.fgswellness.comInstagram: To connect with Ruby Mamas:Website: http:/www.rubymamas.comInstagram:
In today's Episode we are continuing with Jenelle's birth story. In this one she share's what she did to prepare for labor, the lack of birth options for women in Kenya. She also tells of her fast, sweet birth. To Connect with Jenelle:Website:https:// www.fgswellness.com Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/fgswellnessTo Connect with Ruby Mamas:Website: https://www.rubymamas.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/ruby.mamas
SEASON 2 IS HERE!After a long break and a ridiculous amount of procrastination on my part, the second season is here and we're kicking it off with Jenelle from FGS Wellness. She's been a guest before ( link for her episode is at the bottom) and this time is here to share her birth story. Jenelle speaks of how healing her emotions was a big part of regulating her hormones and menstrual cycle. She also shares her experience in the midwifery model of care and her preparation for birth and the postpartum period. To Connect with Jenelle:Website: https://www.fgswellness.com Instagram:https://instagram.com/fgswellnessTo Connect with Ruby Mamas:Instagram:http://instagram.com/ruby.mamas Website: http://www.rubymamas.com
Today we have part 2 and the final episode for season 1 with Sally Kuria. She shares about the shock of having to care for a little human. The complications she experienced once they got home, we talk about accepting that nipple exposure comes with the territory, breastfeeding covers and our experiences with baby's sleep. My daughter joins us for a feed and we chat about our plans for future kids.Thank you to all the guests who shared their time and their stories and thank you to anyone who listened and shared their views as well! To connect with Sally: Email: mamatalespod@gmail.comIG: sallymugureIG: mamatalespodcast To connect with Ruby Mamas: Email: rubymamas14@gmail.comIG: ruby.mamas
Today we have mom, podcaster and communications consultant, Sally Kuria. She shares her birth and postpartum experience, as well as the hilarious way she navigated the effects of being pregnant during a pandemic. Planning for a baby and still being caught by surprise with the pregnancy.To connect with Sally: Podcast: Mama TalesInstagram: @sallymugureEmail: mamatalespod@gmail.com To connect with us:Email: rubymamas14@gmail.comInstagram: @ruby.mamas
Today we have Jenelle Katrine, she shares her story of a long journey with PCOS and balancing her hormones. We talk about seed cycling, how she learned to understand what her body needs. How your cycle changes according to your hormonal balance. Her journey from acne and medicine induced lupus to having a regular period and a healthy and easeful pregnancy. We also talk about the emotional connection to our womb's wellness. To connect with Jenelle: IG:https://www.instagram.com/fgswellness/Website: https://fgswellness.com/Email: fgswellness@gmail.comTo connect with Ruby Mamas:IG: https://www.instagram.com/ruby.mamas/Email: rubymamas14@gmail.com
Today we have Maalaku Makau. He shares his experience witnessing his partner Naomi through her pregnancy and birth. The difficulties they experienced interacting with hospitals and how they prepared for the arrival of their son.To connect with Maalaku: Phone number: 0711226101To connect with us: Email: rubymamas14@gmail.comIG: https://instagram.com/ruby.mamas?utm_medium=copy_link
Today we have Ivy Kinyanjui. Ivy shares how she handled a surprise pregnancy and the complications that came with juggling her pregnancy, work and school. She shares what happened as a result of her going into her journey with no preparation or support as well as the effects of knowledge and self responsibility on her latest birth experience.To connect with Ivy: IG: https://instagram.com/msivyk_?utm_medium=copy_linkTo connect with us:IG: https://instagram.com/ruby.mamas?utm_medium=copy_linkEmail: rubymamas14@gmail.com
Today we have Nina and Utu. We chat about Nina and their son Sankofa's birth and we are joined by her partner Utu. They share how they had to labor and birth without the people around them knowing and having to fight to have their choices respected. Nina and Utu talk about the preparation they did before conceiving their son. To connect with NinaUtu IG:https://instagram.com/the.rootikal.bruja?utm_medium=copy_linkYoutube:https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ydKFTWcQGK4&t=157sTo connect with Ruby MamasIG: https://instagram.com/ruby.mamas?utm_medium=copy_linkEmail: rubymamas14@gmail.com
Today we have Loise Mwakuwona. She's an astrologer and fashion and marketing student. Loise shares how she ended up on her path as an astrologer. She talks about the crossovers between astrology and different African spiritual practices. We talk about plants and how they can help us. Loise also talks about the struggles of searching for teachings that resonated with her and the role her mother plays in her journey.To connect with Loise:IG: https://instagram.com/astroemunah?utm_medium=copy_linkTo connect with us :Email: rubymamas14@gmail.comIG:https://instagram.com/ruby.mamas?utm_medium=copy_link
Today we have Thitu Kariba Garang. Thitu talks about the importance of working on yourself first. Her three births and the steps she took to ensure she had everything the way she wanted for her post-partum experience. She also goes into guest etiquette post birth and why you need to take responsibility for yourself and your environment. To connect with Thitu:IG:https://instagram.com/thitu.kariba?utm_medium=copy_linkBook: My Crown of Beauty for Ashes To connect with us;Email: rubymamas14@gmail.comIG:https://instagram.com/ruby.mamas?utm_medium=copy_link
Today we have Joey Richard. Joey shares her two birth stories, how she went from fearing birth and just wanting to get it done to being intentional about creating a beautiful loving experience in her second birth. She shares how she realized that one intervention often led to another and tells of the differences between her hospital and home birth experiences.To connect with Joey;IG:https://instagram.com/byjoeyrichard?igshid=1ihmjbicxrbyphttps://instagram.com/agreatidea_salon?igshid=1mi1522jswdxpWebsite:https://www.byjoeyrichard.com/To connect with us;Email: rubymamas14@gmail.comIG: https://instagram.com/ruby.mamas?igshid=1t6qpax9d0wz8
Today we have Kitt Kiarie. Kitt's a mom, sleep coach, youtuber and content creator. To connect with Kitt;IG:https://instagram.com/kittnkiarie?igshid=fuio05q4a9q3Youtube:https://youtu.be/N-pXdkofDqICourse:https://www.zydii.com/courses/course_detail/383/Peaceful-Sleep-for-Baby-and-MamaTo connect with Ruby Mamas;IG: https://instagram.com/ruby.mamas?igshid=1xbdf741q67m8Email: rubymamas14@gmail.com
Today we have part two of Clare's birth story. Here she shares how the medical midwives came and interrupted her birth. The hemorrhage she experienced and how she and her team handled it. As well as how ceremony helped bring her back into her body after birth and why women need holistic healers and rituals. Disclaimer: We talk about sexual assault.To connect with Clare;IG:https://instagram.com/engenoi?igshid=1bwwtmiwfmhpwWebsite: https://www.claretoearth.com/Clare's birth attendant: https://instagram.com/birthmagical?igshid=10oii5d2ilxyeTo connect with Ruby Mamas;IG: https://instagram.com/ruby.mamas?igshid=181cz07xi4xg5Email: rubymamas14@gmail.com
Today we have Clare Engenoi, Clare's a mom, poet and researcher. She talks about how being pregnant during a pandemic in a foreign country affected her pregnancy. How her distrust in industrial medicine and practitioners led to her birthing at home and how her birth was a reflection of how she lived.Disclaimer: We talk about mental illness and sexual assault.Reach Clare via: https://instagram.com/engenoi?igshid=8p4u77b4ykdWebsite:https://www.claretoearth.com/Join the community: https://www.instagram.com/p/CMWGF0hHmfj/?igshid=87kzrzk63xrgTo share your story email: rubymamas14@gmail.com
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