MORE ABOUT BIRTH

Shannon and Angie take us shopping and take a look at some good products for Newborns and Moma and some not so good. They also talk about some of their favotites. It's great to be in Season 4 and we hope you enjoy this episode!! This podcast is intended for educational purposes only please visit us at NC-MIDWIFERY.COM and our podcast page for our full disclosure. 

Join us for our yearly Christmas Podcast as we take a look at a practical guide to surviving the holidays with a new baby and some ideas for building tradition with your older children. Also, enjoy some Shannon and Angie bloopers. This podcast is for educational purposes only for our full disclosure check out our Podcast page.

We are happy to be back together and in this Episode Angie Hansen comes with a heart full with a topic about the Power of a Woman and Shannon and Angie talk V-BAC. Angie Shares a couple quotes from Men & Marriage a book by George Gilder.  Check out the song: A Mighty Host by Brian Sauve'

Part two of the long-awaited story of Angie's Birth! Grab a cup of tea for this one as we let you into our private space. You may need Kleenex for this one. Sometimes things don't go as planned…

The long-awaited story of Angie's Birth! Grab a cup of tea for this one as we let you into our private space. You may need Kleenex for this one. Sometimes things don't go as planned… 

Join us as we interview Jennifer Ostler, a talented and upbeat photographer based in the Tri-Cities Washington. Jennifer specializes in helping women love their bodies and making them look them look incredible in every stage of life, including pregnancy and anytime postpartum! Celebrate your body (including your pregnant body!) We talk about why this will be so powerful and positive experience. This podcast is intrended for eduucational purposes only for our full disclosure please visit us at nc-midifery and our podcast page. 

Is practicing how to breathe for labor helpful or totally unnecessary? Why would humans need help doing something so natural as breathing? Join us as we hear from Tom Bingeman, a certified fitness instructor, vocal coach, and breathing expert as he answers these questions and more. In this episode learn how to breath better for labor and for life. This podcast is intended for educational purposes only. Please visit us at nc-midwifery and our podcast page for our full disclosure.

Tis the Season to be..... Shannon and Angie are celebrating the holidays and sharing their wishes and their favorite things. Also they talk about Christmas Mastitis.  Also Angie shares her new word with us. Get ready for this one it's got some humor and emotion in it. This podcast is intended for education purposes only please visit our podcast page at nc-midwifery for our full disclosure.

Breaking News. We are super excited to announce the opening of Columbia Birth Center in Richland Washington. Tune in for all the details on services offered and hear from director Cynthia Flynn, CNM, ARNP about her vision for the new birth center in the Tri-Cities. This Podcast is ingteneded for Eductional purposes only please visit us at nc-midwifery and our podcast page for our full disclosure. 

Shannon and Angie are back in the studio and they talk about the amazing progress for Angie on the Midwife front, as well as an update on the baby on the way. Also in this Episode we introduce Sierra the newest assistant at our practice and her roll with us as well as a bit her journey to become a midwife. We also share about what is coming up this season three. This podcast is intended for educational purposes only so please visit us at nc-midwifery and our podcast page for our full disclosure. Two Podcast Moments we talk about from Season one and Season two. Tea People Bloopers and Season Two Baby Wearing

Season Three Starts Tuesday, December 7th, 2021. Shannon and Angie update the launch of Season Three of More About Birth and they share the Suprise they said was coming in the Season Two Finale. This podcast is inteneded for educational purposes only please vist us at NC-MIDWIFERY and our podcast page for our full disclosre.    We hope you will Subscribe and follow us on YouTube and the Audio Podcast. Visit our Podcast Page on NC-MIDWIFERY Web Page for more info on audio and video locations. 

Shannon Bennett and Angie host the Season Two Finale Live on Facebook and YouTube at the same time. The girls highlight the season and our amazing guests. They both share their favorite moments with clips of those moments. We also have a "What kids Say" We will also chat about what's going to happen for Season Three.  This podcast is intended for educational purposes only for our full disclosure visit our podcast page at NC-MIDWIFERY on the web.  Season Two Produced by Life's Journey Productions

Today we are diving into the world of "becoming a Midwife" Angie will talk about her journey to become a certified professional midwife. Don't miss the conversation about the different routes to become a midwife and the average time, cost and commitment that they each require. This podcast is intended for educational purposes only please visit our web page: NC-Midwifery for our full disclosure. Join us for the Season Two Finale LIVE on June 9th, 12:00 Noon (PST)

You don't want to miss today's episode where Shannon and Angie interview Hannah McKay about her journey in self care. She will talk about the importance of caring for yourself so that you can be a rise become the wife and mothers you have inside. Hannah also share practical tips for caring that out. She has her own podcast that you can also tune into. This podcast is intended for educational purposes only please visit our web page at nc-midwifery.com for our full disclosure. 

Have you ever wondered how things are different with a midwife? Well, wonder no longer. Today Keith will interview Shannon and Angie and ask some of his and other top questions asked of a Homebirth Midwife in the consult. Like, "Is homebirth safe? This podcast is intended for educational purposes only. Please visit us at nc-midwifery.com and our podcast page for our full disclosure. Also find the audio links to popular audio only locations.

Join us today to see a demo of our Favorite "mama hacks" for pregnancy, labor, postpartum and breastfeeding. Also Shannon confesses her issues with red trucks. Subscribe today for More About Birth. This podcast is intended for educational purposes only, please visit us at nc-midwifery on the web and our podcast page for our full disclosure. Also video versions available on our More About Birth, Shannon Bennett YouTube page.

Is a birth plan a good idea or not? Will it pigeon-hole you into a rigid lane you can’t get out of, or free you up to respond well in any situation? Find out on this episode about doing the work ahead of time to help create the birth you want to have. Subscribe to our mailing list at Natural Care Midwifery our web page and receive a link for a free Birth Plan. This podcast is for educational purposes. Please visit us and our podcast page for our full disclosure. 

Join Shannon and Angie today for a listener requested topic: new tips and ideas to prevent perineal tears during your birth. This podcast is for educational purposes only please visit our Natural Care Midwifery Web page for our full disclosure. Visit us at NC-MIdwifery. Also join us on YouTube for More About Birth the video podcast and and subscribe today!

Angie and Shannon get to take a look at some great equipment with Dr. Stevens and how they use state of the art scanning to detect these important airway issues and more. This is a Bonus Episode. this podcast is intended for educational purposes only please visit NC-MIDWIFERY and our podcast page for our full disclosure. Special thanks you to Dr. Stevens for hosting More ABout Birth in Sunnyside, WA.

Part two we are joined again by our special guest Dr. James E. Stevens, DMD , a pioneer in Oral Health Medicine who loves helping people thrive in good health, as you learn about the real time issue of obstructive sleep apnea. Discover what Chirodontics is and how it can affect labor. Also, why you should rethink traditional orthodontics and putting a mask on your kids! This podcast is intended for educational purposes only please visit NC-MIDWIFERY and our podcast page for our full disclosure. 

In this episode we are joined by our special guest Dr. James E. Stevens, DMD , a pioneer in Oral Health Medicine who loves helping people thrive in good health, as you learn about the real time issue of obstructive sleep apnea. Discover what Chirodontics is and how it can affect labor. Also, why you should rethink traditional orthodontics and putting a mask on your kids! This podcast is intended for educational purposes only please visit NC-MIDWIFERY and our podcast page for our full disclosure

What is a childbirth class? Why is it important, and what are the benefits? Join the More About Birth hosts in this episode to find out why you should consider investing time in a class near you or online, and what the consequences can be if you aren’t well prepared for your birth. This podcast is intended for educational purposes only please visit us at Natural Care Midwifery and our podcast page for our full disclosure. 

This week Shannon and Angie share with you an amazing list of natural remedies for morning sickness. Download our free hand out that lists over 20 ways to deal with morning sickness. You will find out if chocolate is on our list or not!  Our Web page is (NC-Midwifery) This podcast is intended for educational purposes only please visit our our web page for our full disclosure.

Join us for an informative interview with Kathryn Holm a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Lactation Counselor, as she shares the benefits of breastfeeding for babies, moms and dads. She includes tips for introducing a bottle when necessary and why it may not need to happen as early as you think. Hear encouragement for nursing moms, and why committing to nursing is like enjoying the view after a difficult hike. This Podcast is intended for educational purposes only please visit us on the WEB at Natural Care Midwifery and our podcast page for our full disclosure.

Shannon and Angie would like to thanks you our amazing listeners. It's hard to believe that it's been a year already since our first ever premier last year on Christmas Eve. Today we hope is filled with warmth, love, fun and some Holiday Cheer. Not only do these gals share presents with each other they also share some of their favorite Christmas Traditions. Check out the YouTube version as well. So we invite you to grab some Hot Cocoa, complete with marshmallows, half & half, sprinkles even a bit of coffee then join in. This Podcast is intended for educational purposes only please visit NC-MIDWIFERY and our Podcast page for our full disclaimer.

Join Shannon And Angie this week as they discuss some of the best Natural Immune support products. What are some of these great tools for your immune system support for pregnancy, infants and children. Many of these products are available on our store page at NC-MIDWIFERY on the web page. This podcast is intended for educational purposes only. Please visit our Natural Care Midwifery Podcast Page for our full Disclosure.

In this episode six, Shannon and Angie talk about Natural Child Spacing, also known as Ecological Breastfeeding. The discus the seven rules that MUST be followed to rely on nursing as a child spacer, as well as the benefits of this lifestyle choice. Check out or Web Page NC-MIDWIFERY for our free handout listing the seven rules. This podcast is intended for educational purposes only please visit NC-MIDWIFEWRY.COM and our podcast page for our full disclosure. The two books Angie quoted from are below please consider adding them to you library: 1. Breastfeeding Answer Book link: https://amzn.to/3pLQWjx 2. Womanly Art of Breastfeeding link: https://amzn.to/3kOnGoi  

Shannon and Angie are joined by special guest Dot Mitchell who share her passion and helps teach us about Babywearing. She shares with us the Carrying On Project and their special program they support. Learn the ins and outs of these amazing tools for moms. Also learn about their rental program for moms. Please visit our Web Page for a free Handout with more information. This podcast is intended for educational purposes only please visit NC-MIDWIFERY and our podcast page for our full disclosure. Produced by Life's Journey Productions

In this Episode Four Shannon and Angie Invite their husbands on the podcast to tell their side of the story. What is it like from the guy's perspective to have a home birth and to be the husband of a midwife? The guys share their thoughts on water birth adjusting to their wife’s crazy schedules and more. This podcast is intended for Educational purposes only please visit us on the WEB at NC-MIDWIFERY and our podcast page for our full disclosure. Produced by LIfe's Journey Productions

Shannon and Angie share what it's in the Bags they take to Home Births. The good news is there is Chocolate but lot's of other amazing tools. They unpack it in this episode. If you ever wondered why they have so much stuff with them now you will know. Shannon had to get a bigger vehicle just to for the stuff for a birth. The things a midwife does. This podcast is intended for educational purposes only please go to NC-Midwifery.com  and our podcast page for the full disclosure.

We are excited to have Dr. Virginia Frazer with us for this bonus podcast on Introducing Solids to baby's diet in the first year. Dr. Virginia Frazer is a retired midwife and a local homeopathic physician also one of Shannon's mentor. She has provided handouts as well that will be available on our web page NC Midwifery. You will find this podcast is available in video there as well. 

Shannon and Angie have a special guest on the podcast today Dr Virginia Frazer who was one of Shannon's Mentors. She is going to talk about Babies First Year. This podcast is also available in audio on Podcast locations and NC-Midwifery.com on the podcast page. This podcast is for educational purposes please visit our Web Page for the full disclosure. Handouts are available for download on our web page from Dr. Frazer.

Welcome to Season Two of More About Birth. Your hosts Shannon Bennett and Angie Hansen share what's coming up in Season Two as well as share some birth stories to kick off the Season. They are recording from their new set agt Life's Journey Productions. This Podcast can be Seen on More About Birth Shannon Bennett on YOUTUBE. Subscribe Today! This podcast is intended for educational purposes only please visit NC-MIDWIFERY and the Podcast page for the full disclosure. 

Recorded Live on Facebook the Season One Finale: Join Shannon Bennett and Angie Hansen your hosts. Today we are wrapping up Season One. We will look back and highlight some of the great moments and a few bloopers as well. We will share clips from our favorite podcasts. Before we are done we will have a sneak peek clip from the new set for Season Two and what's in store.Produced by Life's Journey Productions All Rights Reserved 2020 Special thanks to our special guests on Season One.... Thanks! This Podcast is for educational purposes only please visit our Natural Care Midwifery Podcast page for our full disclosure. 

Join Shannon and Angie for our "Live Stream Season One Finale" Podcast on Wednesday, June 17th at Noon PST.  This event will be hosted on Shannon's Natural Care Midwifery Facebook Page. Please cast your Vote this week for your Favorite Podcast Episode and Favorite moment. Voting ends Monday, June 15th at noon (PST). Vote by visiting us at the nc-midwifery web page and click on the links provided. Follow the web links today to visit and "LIKE" our NC-Midwifery Facebook page. The LIVE STREAM SEASON FINALE will be Wednesday,  June 17th at NOON (PST). Win prizes if you choose the same Episode and Basic Moments that our Hosts Shannon and Angie choose or Keith our producer. We will also share info about Season Two of More About Birth

This week your hosts Shannon Bennett and Angie Hansen discuss sex during pregnancy as well as postpartum. Learn how hormones can affect your sex drive during the childbearing year. Also stay until the end for a special announcement. This podcast is intended for educational purposes only please visit NC Midwifery and our podcast page for our full disclosure. This podcast is available in video on Youtube: Search More About Birth Shannon Bennett. 

Shannon and Angie host this episode and They are back! You wanted to hear more from Dr. Mundall and his wife so this week we will hear birth stories from their rural practice days. This podcast is intended for educational purposes please visit Natural Care Midwifery and our podcast page for our full disclosure. If you missed part one of the Doctor's Stories, please check out Episode 19 with the Mundalls. They practice in Connell, Washington at Liberty Clinic.

Shannon and Angie share practical ways to prepare your children for being a part of your birth. They share some great stories and some great books. This podcast is intended for educational purposes only please visit nc-midwifery and our podcast page for our full disclosure. The links for the books we shared as well as the video version of the podcast are available on "More About Birth Shannon Bennett" on YouTube.   The Book Titles We are having a Home Birth by Kelly Mochel Hello Baby by Jenni Overend Mama, Talk About When Max Was Born: Toni Olson, S. Marie Carlson: Welcome With Love: Jenni Overend, Julie Vivas:  We’re having a Homebirth:  Nine Months: Before a Baby is Born by Miranda Paul:  Born Right by Here Cassandra Austin not available that we could find? More About Birth iks Produced by Life's Journey Production All Rights reserved 2020

Join us for a special podcast with Dr. Jon Mundall, M.D., and his wife Eloyce, a retired nurse. They have attended countless births together in and out of hospitals, in multiple countries, sometimes among the poorest people. They are a wealth of knowledge as they recount years of birth experience.  Dr. Mundall still owns and runs his own family practice, with clinics in Connell and Cheney, WA. He practices Integrative Medicine and brings to the table a lifetime of experience. To contact Dr. Mundall. Website at Mundall.com. Visit Natural Care Midwifery for our full disclosure. --

This week Shannon and Angie your hosts will answer those questions about birth and poop that no one wants to ask. Our YouTube channel More About Birth has a special feature in the second half this week you won't want to miss. This podcast is intended foreducation purposes only please visit Natural Care Midwifery and our Podcast page for our full disclosure. To eat is human; to digest, divine. Charles Townsend Copeland.  

This week’s episode includes doula Andrea Dietzen.  She will be sharing with us the important and much needed role a doula can play in the birth of a family. Andrea's Work of Heart is a small business offering Hatha, Gentle, and Prenatal Yoga as well as Birth Doula services. Thank you for listening. The podcast is also available on YouTube at More About Birth.  This podcast is for educational purposes only please visit Natural Care Midwifery and our podcast page for our full disclosure. 

Positive response to the impacts of COVID-19 the Silver lining. Shannon and Angie are going to accentuate the positive in this weeks COVID-19 update. Some amazing things that have happened and surfaced. Please visit Natural Care Midwifery and our podcast page for our full disclosure. 

Episode fifteen is all about the effects of stress and anxiety on pregnancy.  Come join us to learn practical ways to reduce your stress and anxiety while pregnant.  We will share stress relieving activities, natural ways to cope with anxiety, and a few natural products that work well and are safe during pregnancy. This podcast is intended for educational reasons only. Please visit Natural Care Midwifery and our podcast page for our full disclosure.

Join Shannon Bennett this week with special guest Aggie Mowry who will share about our local pregnancy loss support group. Learn about resources available to help families through the loss of child and practical ways you can become involved in this program.  This Episode was Recorded prior to Home Sheltering on March 18th, 2020.   Please visit Natural Care Midwifery and our Podcast Page for our full Disclosure. God Bless Everyone and Please Stay Safe! Visit the chaplaincy health care Web page for more info

Shannon and Angie introduce a bonus episode we recorded with our special guest Cal Spinney.  In this Episode we learn what not to do postpartum if you want to heal your abdominal muscles. We prerecorded this episode and the intro a a while back. If you missed Episode Eight with Shannon and Angie and this special guest it's a great time!  Stay Safe everyone.  This podcast is intended fore educational purposes only. Visit our web page at Natural Care Midwifery and our podcast page for our full disclaimer.

Student midwife Angie Hansen shares about the journey to becoming a midwife and interviews Shannon to find out what makes a great relationship between a student and her mentor. Visit our podcast page at Natural Care Midwifery for our full disclosure.  (This Podcast was pre-recorded prior to the pandemic) Stay safe everyone we hope this is an encouraging and pleasant podcast. 

On this episode of More About Birth we are excited to have Dan and Lindsay Justice with us from Justice Family Chiropractic in Kennewick, WA. They are both Chiropractors and very much love helping moms and their babies have a great birth. Shannon Bennett, our host, is ready with her list of questions that many of her mamas have. Topics like the Webster Technique and other prenatal and postpartum chiropractic care. This podcast is also available on YouTube. For more information and our full disclosure visit our Natural Care Midwifery Podcast page. 

In this episode of More About Birth your hosts Shannon and Angie Hansen dive into their first ever Question and Answer podcast. They address your birth questions from recent classes. Plus, after the break we have a first ever call in guest with a great question for both our hosts. We also have a question from the producer that puts Shannon on the hot seat. Not his first time.  If you would like to have us answer your birth question on our next Q & A podcast please visit us on Natural Care Midwife web page or join the conversation about birth on Natural Care Midwifery on Facebook. Please visit the Natural Care Midwifery podcast page for our full disclosure. Coming Up Next Time: Tune in next week as we dive back into the world of a chiropractic care, this time talking about prenatal chiropractic with our special guests from Justice Chiropractic in episode eleven.

Shannon and Angie tell the North's Birth Story and take us behind the scenes with video footage of their trip to the North's home for baby day! This episode includes clips of the last postpartum appointment with the Norths. They sit down with Shannon and Angie and talk about their home birth experience. Please visit Natural Care Midwifery and the podcast page for our full Disclaimer.

This episode covers postpartum rehab with Pilates. Learn the benefits of Pilates before, during and after pregnancy. Cal Spinney from Cal's Fitness shares a few extra perks you probably never thought of. Join Shannon and Angie on Audio Podcast as well. For options for the Video Podcast as well as our full disclaimer visit us online at Natural Care Midwifery and then visit our podcast page.

Shannon and Angie share today about Postpartum depression and share their own stories. They also cover baby blues and how to best prepare for the months after your baby is born. This podcast is intended for educational purposes only please visit our Natural Care Midwifery podcast page for our full disclosure.