The Transformed Maternity & Birth Podcast

In this episode I update you on my personal midwife life and give you the message that woke me up this morning to be shared of stop waiting for labor to begin and instead step in to the BE not do. Its easier said than done so here is my recipe for surrender and how you can stop waiting ! This episode is best for those approaching the last part of their pregnancy journey or doulas / birth workers that support these mommas. Link to Online Birth class https://tristabirdzell.thinkific.com/courses/confidentbirthblueprint Link to in person Birth class ( Hybrid is recommended) https://www.tristabirdzell.com/store Use code podcast10 for your unique discount for these classes! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/transformedmaternitybirth/support

Well I recorded this episode a hot minute ago and am just getting to uploading it. This apprenticeship has been BUSY for me so everything else has been sitting on the side lines for when I can get to it. SO here is an update! In the episode I share where I am at with the apprenticeship and Im now in my phase 3 and now catching.. however I usually help the dads or mom in catching, but this means i'm in the phase where I am the primary midwife under supervision which has been an amazing journey so far. I look forward to giving you a deeper update in a future episode! This episode I tell you about a birth I attended where they contraction pattern was not what you usually hear about and then I explain why it had to be that way! Its a great lesson to add to your tool box. Important information! The next in-person birth class will be August 26th ! Link here The Confident Birth Blueprint Online birth class is open for enrollment! I am now taking my own midwifery clients starting in January 2024! Contact me to set up a free consultation! tmabirth@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/transformedmaternitybirth/support

This episode is sponsored by my newest baby The Confident Online Birth Class ! Ive been working really hard to put this class online so that it can be more accessible to everyone! In side of this class you will find 14 modules that cover Inside you will find life time access to these courses and any thing else I add Birth Foundations - laying the groundwork for your mind and body Stage 1 - Early , Active & Transition Laboring Positions and Comfort Measures - Practice Stage 2 - Pushing & Giving Birth Umbilical Cords Stage 3 - Placenta Birth Cultivating Mindfulness - The biggest tip for birth and parenthood Fears - releasing and creating a more powerful experience Ice - Contractions How Partners can hold the space Creating Your Birth Intentions - putting your plan together Shifting into Parenthood - Building Your Postpartum Sanctuary Breastfeeding 101 Mama and Baby Care in the postpartum phase Plus anything else I add in the future! I am thrilled to bring this to the world! For the month of February the code: Confident will save you $$ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/transformedmaternitybirth/support

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In this POSITIVE birth story of a first time momma and daddy we get to hear how connecting to the body and breath are crucial to help you through labor. We talk about how they prepared for birth with a breath work coach, a doula and my child birth classes. I am in awe of them and how they navigated all the unknowns of labor! I know you're going to love it as much as I did! Alexa's Breath work coach Her Doula The Birth Class --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

This episode was inspired by a conversation I had with an expecting momma and I really felt called to share with you what my thoughts are on the topic of coping in labor. From my experience we have a distorted view of what coping in labor looks and sounds like and it can in turn effect the way you believe your birth went and if you "did a good job" or not. My hope with this conversation is that it opens your awareness to what your unique coping style is and allows you to be flexible and CURIOUS to how your power comes through during the intense moments of labor. For the Seasoned parents birth class refresher click here For the Birth Partner Cheat Sheet Freebie click here If you loved this episode please rate and review on Spotify or Apple to help spread the word of this podcast! Thank you for being here friend ! xo, Trista --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

Can you have your first baby out of the hospital? Is it safe? Find out how Lauren and her husband Jordan prepared for this journey and how her labor went with her first baby! you will leave inspired and in awe of this sweet family! Perfect story for those preparing to give birth and wanting to immerse themselves in a positive story! Birth Classes Work Book Also for my birthday, mention this podcast episode and discount birthday33 for a special discount to any product on my website !! Instagram @tristabirdzell Lauren and Jordan --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

Wow you made it to part 3!! heck yes! Know you have the birth foundations. If you are craving more how to's I encourage you to check out my website for all of my offerings. and ways that I can help you feel confident in your body and ability to give birth. Dream Birth Visualization Meditation Newsletter and Free Birth Partner Cheat sheet ( 22 ways your partner can help you through labor) Check out my blog for many more birthy goodness! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

In this episode you will learn 1. what is happening in the active stage of labor 2. signs to look for 3. ways your partner can help if your asking " but Trista how can I implement these things" Your in the right space! head to my website to see how you can work with me! I offer in person group and private classes and zoom private classes. Follow on IG: @tristabirdzell --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

Grab your notebook and your pen because you will want to take notes on this one friends! Lets dive into the first part of a 3 part series to help you prepare for you birth journey! Please rate and review to help more people hear this podcast If you are wanting an exclusive discount for my newest meditation to help you discover your dream birth here is the link and your code! code: BIRTHYVIBE weekly newsletter Talk next week!! xo, Trista --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

Are your fears around birth preventing you from diving deeper? In this short episode I share an personal example of what I was avoiding and how I leaned into it anyway. All links here for birth classes and to purchase my e-book and meditations www.tristabirdzell.com follow on ig:@tristabirdzell --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

I don't think that you should need a birth class.. but the truth is that most of us do. In the episode I talk about why How trust is the biggest thing that can impact how you labor and give birth and what you can do to help rebuild that trust within yourself. I cant wait for you to dive in! For sponsorship inquiries please email tmabirth@gmail.com To be featured as a guest on the podcast email tmabirth@gmail.com Book mentioned in the episode 5 keys to unlocking the gift in the wound Childbirth and Partner Prep classes with me www.tristabirdzell.com follow me at @tristabirdzell --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

Ok so vulnerability is here today in this quick episode. Talking about whining and how that can show up for us as adults and my personal experience with this in my own home. IG account referenced in episode: @transformingtoddlerhood Email me at tmabirth@gmail.com Follow on IG: @tristabirdzell Check out my offerings here: https://www.tristabirdzell.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

Lets talk about those pesky people that love to share how terrifying birth is. First thing, if you have people like this in your life please know that although they mean well it is not your job to carry their trauma. This is not their story, it is yours. When I was pregnant , preparing for my home birth with my last baby I called the insurance company to see if they would cover any of my home birth or doula care. What I got instead of support was a lecture on how irresponsible I was for choosing to give birth at home. Luckily for me I could recognize that she does not know what I know. She has been fed the fear soup and drank it all up before asking what the ingredients were. So I thanked her for her concern but assured her that I feel confident in my choice as I hung up the phone. You too my love may get negative Nancy's trying to rain in your birth pool. So how will you protect your space ?

I wanted to give you all a house up date and chat about hormone health in this weeks Breakfast Table chat! Lets dive in! Links for Health Coaching for Pre-conception workshop here Follow me on IG @tristabirdzell Free Seed Cycling for hormone health hand out here Check out my website for some really fun classes coming up in June! Are you a birth worker ? I am hosting an 8 week mentoring intensive group for new doulas find out more here --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

This first time mom takes us on a journey through getting pregnant, going through labor and giving birth to her first baby! Sidsie is actually a TMAB graduate! So I was so anxiously waiting to hear her story! Join me as she shares her story with me for the first time. Topics covered: Conceiving journey, her husband's cute way of celebrating the pregnancy even before he knew she was pregnant. How she came to the decision of going unmedicated and choosing to give birth at a birth center. How she found her midwife When she decided she needed extra support and how she navigated coping through early labor Her favorite coping tools for early/active labor Primal brain Deciding to call her doula Deciding to go to the birth center Labor in the car Transition Water breaking with meconium And why I give her baby the nickname of "Torpedo" Breastfeeding and Ties Cutting cords Newborn fevers and what to do Her tip on getting more sleep Her advice for expecting parents Follow her on Instagram Join the Pre-Conception Workshop here Join the Birth the Birth Plan Creation Workshop here Join the Confident Pushing Masterclass here --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

If you looking for some inspiration that your body is made to birth , this story will help give that to you! Kayla May is a first time mom that gave birth quickly! Barely making it to the hospital to give birth to her daughter unmedicated. Listen to how she prepared herself and her partner on this wild journey! follow Kayla on Instagram here at @kaykaymay7 Find me on Instagram at @tristabirdzell Join the newsletter for weekly hellos, and be the first to know about all the things! HERE Check out Birth Classes HERE --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

Did you catch my IG live? In not that's ok! This is the audio from it and I'm so excited to share it here on this platform with you all. Topics discussed 1. people pleasing and how it can show up in pregnancy, in labor and in postpartum 2. How you can navigate understanding if you have the "need to please" and start to open up the door to healing for you 3. What specific tools I've integrated into my birth classes to help enhance your mind / body connection as well as deepening your partnership with your partner for birth and postpartum. Find Birth classes here Follow on Instagram here: @tristabirdzell Interested in a doula? Contact me through Instagram or email me at tmabirth@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

Wow wow wow! What an episode ! Ali Thomas aka The Embracing Doula is here to share her unique birth stories! I brought her on because you all asked for a positive hospital birth story and you got it! This episode really shows just how unpredictable labor and birth can be and that being prepared for anything on your birth journey can really help avoid trauma and help you have an empowering experience no matter what obstacles come your way. Ali was a blast to have on the podcast! I hope you walk away with a lot more knowledge that you can take into your own birth experience. Enjoy! If you would like to rate and leave a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify it would greatly help get the podcast to more people that are searching for this information! Thank you so much!! Follow Ali @theembracingdoula Birth Class Sign ups here www.tristabirdzell.com Find me on Instagram @tristabirdzell Recourses from the episode: The Birth Partner Evidence Based Birth Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

Hey! Quick update on my business and life. Sharing with you my most favorite and helpful tip for coping through labor. If you can practice this one thing you will be able to get through anything labor throws your way. Birthing with Confidence In person Masterclass is March 12th from 9 to 11 - the price can be applied to the FULL birth class if you choose to sign up for that as well! This masterclass will give you tools for coping so that you can approach your labor experience with confidence instead of fear. sign up at www.tristabirdzell.com April birth class sign up are open www.tristabirdzell.com Instagram @tristabirdzell --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

In this episode I cover one profound thing you can do that will increases your chances significantly of having a smoother, less traumatic labor and birth experience regardless of what turns it may take. February birth class will be on Zoom ! Which means you can be anywhere in the world and take this class, and you get lifetime access to the content so you can take it as early as you need to because you will have the information to watch again to refresh your memory! Find more information about class here : www.tristabirdzell.com Follow on Instagram: @tristabirdzell I would love it if you loved this episode to please leave a review on apple and share with your friends! Thank you so much! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

I'm breaking down a quick way to combat those fears your have around birth. Somthing we dive deeper into during my child birth classes which you can learn more about here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSenT2N-L53j15oREveRDn0Jdrcrk1FUUheqqSdB0UY_YTj7QQ/viewform follow me on Instagram @tristabirdzell to stay in touch! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

If you're a doula. This is for you! Or a parent curating your birth team. Knowing how to only say YES when it feels like a full body yes and how do you recognize that ? If you're ready to join the Transformed Maternity and birth course follow this link www.tristabirdzell.com and use code SMALLBIZLOVE for 10% off for the rest of November. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

During savanna I get such beautiful messages and today I'm sharing it with you. Namaste

Sponsor for this episode is @needed a prenatal supplement that is formulated to give mama exactly what is needed starting before conception through the postpartum journey. Use code TRISTASAMPLE FOR $10 off sample pack, TRISTA50 FOR $50 off a complete pack and TRISTA20 for 20% off any first time purchase. Visit www.thisisneeded.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

Talking all about the B word in this weeks episode! Boundaries that is. This is a very important topic because I know so many, including myself have a hard time setting these and holding them in place. But what happens when we allow someone to cross that boundary? What does that look like in labor and postpartum? How can you use boundaries to have an easier labor?  All the links in todays episode are below! Be sure to follow me on IG for all my free educational content, some aha moments and hopefully some laughs. @tristabirdzell Click here for the Transformed Maternity and Birth Class Signup  Next live class starts Oct 9th - Nov 13th https://thisisneeded.com/Use code: TRISTA for 20% off any first time order TRISTASAMPLE for $10 off a sample pack TRISTA50 for $50 off any first time order of the Complete Pack --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

Pleasure... What comes to mind? Did you know that you have the power at any time to focus on where in your body it feels good? In this impromptu short and sweet episode I share with you a juicy practice that you can access at any time. Practice now so when your in labor you are REALLY good at this. I would love to hear what you think. If you feel inspired to leave a review I would appreciate the support as it helps to spread the message. As well I would love to say thank you for listening and to do this, screenshot and share on your social media and tag me @tristabirdzell !  Thank you so much for being here ! check of links below and as always let me know if you have any questions!  Click here to learn more about the >>>Transformed Maternity and Birth Class Click here to follow me and learn more on Instagram @tristabirdzell Click here to get your copy of Kimberly Ann Johnsons book referenced in the episode >>> Call Of the Wild   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

Random thoughts about postpartum, breastfeeding, birth class and my amazing student/parents swaddling babies. The only time I get to be alone is driving to and from birth class so come drove home with me! Link to sign up for birth classes starting October 9th https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSenT2N-L53j15oREveRDn0Jdrcrk1FUUheqqSdB0UY_YTj7QQ/viewform --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

This amazing momma shares her birth stories of how she accidentally had one of her twins at home ! And guess what happend with the next pregnancy! I can't wait to have you hear this story! I'd love to see who's listening! Screen shot and share on social medial, make sure to tag @tristabirdzell so I can give you a big thank you! To follow Amber and listen to her podcast head to www.instagram.com/neighborhoodtwinmom. To join me in September for the workout challenge, modifications for pregnancy and postpartum as well , and be in my mentor group head over to Www.brittainyquinn.com and put my name, Trista Birdzell in the mentor section! I can wait to get healthy with you ! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

In this episode I wanted to give you the inside scoop of my personal breastfeeding journeys with each of my babies. Discussing what I thought nursing would be like with my first and how I navigated breast milk after a loss. Thank you for joining me in celebrating my breastfeeding journeys for World Breastfeeding Week! Links mentioned in show Breastfeeding Q&A with Breastfeeding educator, doula and RN, JaTem Christennsen Tubby Todd lotion Discount Link La Leche League Support IG: @tristabirdzell --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

( if pregnant, please listen to intro to decide if you should skip this episode until your no longer pregnant) In this episode I interview Laicy, an incredible mom of 2 babies that has had quite the journey into motherhood. Starting with her first baby, born with a Vacuum assist and ending with a C-section that resulted in an emergency hysterectomy and almost loosing her leg in the process. These birth stories are heavy and so important to share because this is how we are able to educate others on why it is crucial to know the options that you have. After attending many births I've seen such a sad difference between hospital and home and I've found that it has to do with being in the hospital you are in someone else's house. We've been taught to say yes please, and be a gracious guest when we are in the home of others. And sadly we fall into this trap when we give birth in the hospital. That is why I created the Birth Options guide. Because I have heard the statement countless times of " I didn't even know that was an option" or " If I'd only known that I could have said no, or asked what my options were". I don't want you to ever have to say that. I don't want you to ever have to wonder " what if I would have known differently" Click here to purchase the Birth Options Guide. And Postpartum guide goes over how to set yourself up for a smoother and more healing postpartum journey. Click here to purchase. If you are struggling to heal from a trauma please do not hesitate to reach out to a specialist to talk about it and discuss treatment options. You are worth it, your happiness, your life and family are worth it. Sending you love and light in your healing journey. You are never alone. To follow Laicy The healing Group --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

Classes start Aug 7th in Provo. Donation based - link to sign up: Sign up for class follow me here: @tristabirdzell contact here: transformedmaternityandbirth@gmail.com The difference between my previous birth experiences and my last was night and day and I know that it has SO MUCH to do with the way my husband and I prepared for labor and the postpartum period during pregnancy. In the previous experiences it wasn't that he didn't want to help more but it was that he didn't know what to do, how to do it or that he really even needed to do more than hold my hand. I honestly didn't realize it either until after I became a doula how important the role the partner can play. How important it was to really take the time to educate not just myself but him on the ways he can really influence our experience together. I want to bring these tools and techniques to more birthing couples so they can have a transformative experience together. That's where the Transformed Maternity and birth course was created from. A desire to use this opportunity of birth to take advantage of this transformative experience to bring partners closer, to bond and to go through this journey together. The magic we were able to create together has trickled into our roles as parents and lifetime partners. My postpartum experience was 1000x better because of the work we did prenatally. It can be this for you too, it all starts with the desire to create it. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

Today I felt inspired to record a solo cast. I talk a little about Human Design how discovering this modality of self awareness has changed my life. and Body Image. I didn't plan on talking about human design at all but it just needed to come out. I have fallen in love with learning about all of these different avenues on how to learn more about yourself and how to use it to create your dream life. You can find out what your human design is here for free I also dive deep into body image. I get vulnerable on how this plays a part in how I show up in the world, on how I was teased so badly in school and how I was able to become aware of these things and what has helped me heal and that I have to continue to notice when the negative self talk shows up. It is more than your weight or body fat, it is so much deeper. Body image is the way you view yourself and the way you think others view you. So how do we break free of this veil from thinking that the whole world sees our flaws? It comes with becoming aware, getting uncomfortable and doing deep shadow work. When you start to do this you start to be grateful for your body and falling in love with it. Think about your child , what would you say to them if they walked up to you and said “ I'm ugly” “I'm not worthy”. You have to learn to treat yourself with compassion and love, kindness and nurturing. You will start to change the way you see yourself in the mirror. Come home to you, there is no right way to look, its only about how you feel “ The first step of healing: You want to care for the things you love” Get the book Cassandra Speaks here I want to create a community of powerful women who want to break free from the stigmas and from being a prisoner of themselves. People who feel trapped in motherhood and crave deeper healing. Who want to have juicy conversations , who are willing to get uncomfortable and create these rich relationships. If you are local, I am starting to do women's circles to get a community of like minded goddesses together to have deep conversations, breakthroughs and good food. If this calls to you , let's do it! Follow me on Instagram www.instagram.com/trista.birdzell to stay up to date on all my offerings, for upcoming dates for Women's circles. If you're pregnant and are curious about having a mothers blessing email me at birdzelltrista@yahoo.com or message me on Instagram @trista.birdzell --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

Today I am chatting with April Davis, creator of The Vagina Blog. We get to hear all 3 of her completely different birth stories that range from hospital to home birth. We hear about her Hyperemesis Gravidarum and how that was first noticed and diagnosed by organ failure!! We also hear what she did to help prepare herself for her births and why she says its so important to plan like you are having an unmedicated labor even when you are set on having an epidural. At the end we discuss her newest creation Capitalizing On Your Menstrual Cycle For Your Personal and Professional Success. I cant wait for you to dive in to this episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

In this episode I interview Ashlea on the unplanned, unassisted birth on her bathroom floor! We dive into SPD ( symphysis pubis dysfunction) and what she was able to do to help her, how she was able to advocate for herself when she didn't want to have cervical exams and why she transferred care from hospital midwife to homebirth midwife at 27 weeks. We discuss those last days leading up to labor and how she struggled with surrendering with the unknown of when labor will begin and how she felt "like a queen" in those early hours and days after giving birth! If you enjoyed this podcast please I would love it so much if you could leave a review so that we can educate and help empower more people! You can also screenshot this episode and tag me on your social media so i can give you a shout out! for more information on my services, and access to my free content go to www.instagram.com/trista.birdzell or facebook www.facebook.com/tristabdoula Recommended books The First 40 Days The Fourth Trimester Expecting and Empowered fitness guide --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

In this episode I'm sharing a download I received after asking what message I need to share this week. And the word was permission. We tend to look to others for permission to be , to do, to want because then it's not viewed as selfish... but mama the on person that knows what you need is you , so who really needs to give you permission is yourself. Come chat with me on IG Www.instagram.com/trista.birdzell I love you, and want you to know you deserve everything that brings you joy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

My embodiment dance bundle was created to help you tap into your femine energy, how to get out of your head and drop into your body.. this is dance medicine and it is all yours!! Visit me on Instagram or email me at birdzelltrista@gmail.com to gain access of this amazing new offer! Also! For the entire month of March 2021 to celebrate this launch I am offering BOGO half off so you and a friemd can sign up together! We all know it's funner doing it with a friend so grab a friend sign up and let get to it! I can't wait to do this together! Www.instagram.com/trista.birdzell --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

This weeks episode we are listening to two birth stories from my guest Rachael. She had a cesarean birth with her first due to circumstances that were out of her control, having to have her baby at 36 weeks and how healing from this birth was not an easy one. Then we get to hear how her second birth was a complete 360 degree difference in all aspects in the best ways. You can find Rachael and check out her beautiful birth at here Miles Circuit --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

This week's episode is all about postpartum healing. I interviewed Jazmin Turley who I like to call the period guru all about how we can improve the healing of our uterus and vaginal health in the postpartum period. We go into vaginal steaming, the how to's the whens and whys. I learned so much and seriously can't wait to steam when Im postpartum. As of July her instagram account @wombxnco will be under renovation so if you would like to contact her reach out to her at @thepostpartumrevolution and she can get back to you that way! Also in July she will hosting and teaching an amazing even all about postpartum healing traditions from around the world with The Postpartum Revolution so make sure you follow them to get the details! If you would like to schedule a postpartum steam but are not able to wait for September when Jazmin will be back then head to www.thesteamychick.com to find a practitioner to help you out. Books The first 40 days Sitting Moon The 4th Trimester Also 10% of each purchase of my course to empower your birth experience by learning your options for labor birth and postpartum will be donated to @mamababyhaiti indefinitely to support Haitian midwives support pregnant and birthing Haitian mommas. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

Wow this story was powerful. This story is so powerful and special to me because it is one of my amazing doula clients and also holds the record for the longest labor/births I've attended yet. Desi shares her story of planning for a birth center birth when plans had to change after a long long labor. She shares some really raw and vulnerable moments with us around this change as well as her breastfeeding journey that I know so many will relate to. Chorio Infection Article linked here I would love if you could help me share this podcast with more people by leaving a review on apple podcast or itunes as well as screenshotting this episode, tagging @tristabdoula and share to your instagram stories. How to connect with our guest Desi Stone Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/desirreejasmin/ Her photography page: https://www.instagram.com/djphoto.film/ Her Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/howweseeit.podcast/ https://linktr.ee/howweseeit Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-7RqSiMknSzjTh0FKCJD0A?view_as=subscriber --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

I am excited to be back and talk with you all again! I wanted to just give you all a short update on my life, why I've been absent and what has been going on with this pregnancy! Can you believe I will be 38 weeks this week?!! Me either! This last month has me feeling like I'm running in slow motion with all of the things that I need to do but cant do or not sure if i should yet. O man! Anyone feel me with this? Contact me on Instagram: @tristabdoula Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tristabdoula or Email: Transformedmaternityandbirth@gmail.com Empowered Birth and Postpartum course: https://transformedmaternityandbirth.thinkific.com/ To submit birth story: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqpNXIYWsMUmejkooVr9DLm-1X6qCwbrSklKhwGuBTpwxk6Q/viewform or email story or inquiries to : Transformedmaternityandbirth@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

Are you preparing for labor ? I have a really useful tool for you to add to your labor tool box in todays episode! Here are some links mentioned in the episode. Listener support , Patreon Account:https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support Birth gowns: https://restdress.com/ https://www.deardarby.com/ Buck D 40 blinks eye wear: https://www.amazon.com/Bucky-Ultralight-Comfortable-Contoured-Extensions/dp/B000WNX21Y My website - to submit birth story: https://tristaspiers.wixsite.com/website Email: transformedmaternityandbirth@gmail.com IG: @tristabdoula --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

In this episode we hear how Oscar came earthside in rapid timing. A first time labor and birth for this momma! We discuss her homebirth , how she planned for it, fertility charting, waiting for labor to begin, water breaking in bed, perineal tearing, breastfeeding in the first 2 weeks, and how to have those uncomfortable conversations around having your needs met in the postpartum period. We cover so much in this episode and I just know your going to love it. You can follow Smay on Instagram @smay.thomson and @88.east Links: Midwife: EVE http://www.utahbirthcenter.com/ Fertility charting app: Natural Cycles https://www.naturalcycles.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

Are you planning to have an unmedicated birth? Even if your planning to have all the drugs it would be a good idea to plan how you will cope with contractions until you can get an epidural or in case it fails. In this episode I talk about The 3 R's coined by Penny Simkin. The 3 R's are tools you can add to your labor tool box!! ENJOY!! I would love a rate and a review so we can reach more people and always if you have questions you can reach me at transformedmaternityandbirth@gmail.com and @tristabdoula on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/tristabdoula/?hl=en LINKS mentioned in this show Penny Simkin Video: https://www.pennysimkin.com/three-rs/ The Birth Partner Book: https://amzn.to/2pW1MIZ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

My beautiful friend Meghan tells us about her long journey trying to conceive her first baby. Her battle with PCOS , discovering she had Gestational Diabetes and her exhausting labor that resulted in a C-section. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

Should you hire a birth photographer? Do you know what to look for in a good photographer? This will be a great episode to listen too! Rowan's links below https://saltcitybirth.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCutdfq2ZOa9u86Y8u78_tFgIg: @saltcitybirthandnewborn --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

https://www.diahpodcast.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-balance-and-motherhood-podcast/id1326237425https://thebloomi.com/@thevaginablog --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

This episode was inspired by my amazing coach Chelsey Huntsman @rhythmsoulandbody. As women our voice is directly connected to our womanhood. Amazing enough, our vocal cords and vaginas look very similar... coincidence? Let me know what you think of this episode! xoxo Trista --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

Making decisions can be overwhelming so let me help you break it down using this acronym! Share with your friends and if you really love it rate and review it so we can reach more families! Thank you and Love you! xoxo B - What is the benefit R- What are the risks? A - Alternatives I - What does your intuition tell you? Your gut instinct N- what happens if we do nothing? Follow me for more on here IG: @trista.birdzell --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support

Happy World Breastfeeding Week.  Find JaTem on IG @mamabumbbirthandbeyond @thepostpartumrevolution --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transformedmaternitybirth/support