Podcasts about Birth Stories

As a midwife with a graduate certificate in perinatal mental health, Shannon thought she was prepared for pregnancy and birth. However, her experience taught her that professional knowledge doesn't shield you from the profound emotional and physical challenges of becoming a mother. Her candid discussion about perinatal anxiety, the impact of her eating disorder history, and her breastfeeding journey with breast implants and suspected insufficient glandular tissue makes this episode essential listening for anyone supporting women through pregnancy and early motherhood.Shannon's two birth stories - both beautiful home births in her converted studio space - showcase the power of trusting your body, excellent midwifery care, and the importance of mental health support throughout the perinatal period.Today's episode is brought to you by Bare Mum and their thoughtfully curated Breast Care Kit.Every breastfeeding journey comes with its unique challenges - from those tender early days with sore nipples to managing unexpected leakage. That's where Bare Mum's midwife-approved Breast Care Kit becomes your trusted companion.This comprehensive kit offers practical and effective solutions to the common discomforts that come with breastfeeding. Whether you're preparing for your little one's arrival or supporting a new mum in your life, this care kit has all the essentials to nurture and protect during this precious time.What makes it even better? It's ready to go straight into your hospital bag, taking one thing off your preparation list. And if you're looking for the perfect gift for a new mum, this kit shows you truly understand what she needs during those early breastfeeding days.As a special treat for our listeners, you can enjoy 15% off your Breast Care Kit with the code ABS2025 at checkout.Because every mother deserves comfort and support on her breastfeeding journey - Bare Mum's Breast Care Kit, midwife approved and mother tested. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So labor wasn't quite like I thought it would be...I ended up hating the epidural, I only got to hold my baby for 2 minutes, and had to go to the ER 4 days after delivery?! Listen to my full birth story in this week's episode!

In this episode, Kate talks with Kim Huynh, whose family story spans continents, generations, and a lifetime of unanswered questions. Kim first caught Kate's attention through an Instagram video where she revealed a stunning discovery: her father—born and raised in Vietnam—had finally found a biological relative through a genealogy site. The match confirmed what had long been whispered but never proven: his father was an American soldier in the Vietnam War, a man he never knew, and about whom his own mother gave no identifying information. Kim shares her father's powerful origin story and the emotional impact of uncovering a history shaped by secrecy, war, and resilience. She also tells the story of how her parents met and married in Vietnam, and how, when she was four years old, they left their homeland to start again in Kentucky, building a life that blended Vietnamese heritage with Southern American culture. Reality Life with Kate Casey What to Watch List: https://katecasey.substack.com Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecasey Twitter: https://twitter.com/katecasey Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseyca Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itskatecasey?lang=en Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245 Amazon List: https://www.amazon.com/shop/katecasey Like it to Know It: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/katecaseySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This birth story is such a beautiful reminder that preparation, prayer, and unwavering partner support can truly transform the labor experience. In this episode, Kaitlyn and her husband Kale share their faith-filled home birth journey — from unexpected pregnancy challenges and prenatal depression to the incredible moment Kale caught their baby in the birth tub.You'll hear the raw realities of third-trimester pain, mental health struggles, intentional birth prep as a couple, and the powerful role prayer played when their birth took an unexpected turn. This episode is packed with encouragement for moms preparing their bodies and minds for birth — and for dads learning how to show up with strength and confidence when it matters most.This was such a meaningful birth story to record, and I truly hope you absolutely love it.Here's some highlights from the episode: • Unexpected pregnancy symptoms and fears surrounding possible cholestasis • The reality of severe third-trimester pain and prenatal depression • How Kaitlyn chose a home birth and found the right midwife • How they prepared for labor together as a couple • What labor looked like from both the mom and dad perspective • Natural pain relief methods used during home labor • The moment Kale caught their baby • A delayed placenta and the powerful role prayer played • What it was like emotionally for both of them to experience a home birth • Their best advice for expectant moms and dads preparing for birthThis episode is a beautiful reminder that birth is not just a physical experience — it's emotional, spiritual, relational, and transformational. Whether you're planning a home birth, a hospital birth, or trying to figure out each of your roles during pregnancy and birth, this is the perfect episode for moms AND dads! ❤️ Don't forget to RATE & FOLLOW the Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy Podcast! Leave a Review! ⭐️ Here's how >> On Apple Podcasts Find “Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy” podcast Select “Ratings and Reviews” Click the stars! Select “Write a Review” and tell us what was the most amazing, comforting, eye-opening thing that you loved! On Spotify Find "Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy" podcast Click the 3 dots "..." Select "Rate podcast" Click the stars and write a quick review! FOLLOW "Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy" so you never miss an episode that makes pregnancy & birth feel easier! Here's how to do it in just 2 seconds: On Apple Podcasts → Tap the “+” Follow button in the top right corner of the show page. On Spotify → Tap the “Follow” button right under the show titles Let's Connect!Join the Course! https://www.myessentialbirth.com/getstartedEmail: hello@myessentialbirth.com. Follow @myessentialbirth on INSTAGRAM!

Send us a textA raw birth story, an unexpected complication, and a powerful reminder that recovery takes time. In this episode, Kristen shares her honest journey through induction, a forceps-assisted birth, emergency surgery, and the emotional rollercoaster of early motherhood – followed by a grounded update at four months postpartum.In This Episode We Discuss:Pregnancy & PreparationFalling pregnant sooner than expectedThird-trimester challenges: heaviness, nerve pain, indigestionBeing diagnosed with gestational diabetesUsing FitNest Mama to prepare for birthInduction & LabourWhy her obstetrician recommended inductionEarly labour signs and rapid progressionUsing a TENS machine, gas and movement to manage painReceiving an epidural at 7 cmA Birth Story With ForcepsWhen pushing stalled and intervention became necessaryEpisiotomy and forceps deliveryMeeting baby Kiera for the first timeUnexpected ComplicationsInternal vaginal tear and excessive bleedingEmergency surgery shortly after birth12-hour immobility and the initial days of recoveryBreastfeeding & Early PostpartumLow supply, latching difficulty and slow weight gainTriple feeding and emotional overwhelmBottle top-ups, pumping and learning to let go of guiltFour Months Later: The Follow-UpImproving feeding rhythm with combination feedingPelvic floor physiotherapy and physical recovery progressManaging anxiety and seeking mental health supportHow her expectations of motherhood changedHer best advice for mothers-to-beLINKS: Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Website Instagram @kathbaquie.physio 1:1 Consultation with Physio Kath at Hatched House ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition.

IT FEELS SO GOOD TO BE BACK!!! In this week's episode, Gabie finally shares her (unexpected!!!) birth story and how she ended up at 9.5 cm dilated...COMPLETELY UNMEDICATED!

Today's guest is someone whose story is a profound reminder of what women have always known — that birth, intuition, and the body hold a wisdom deeper than anything we're taught to fear.I'm joined by Linda Suliman, a Canadian mother of two who chose to birth her children through undisturbed, unassisted births in the style of a traditional birth companion — outside the medical system, guided by biology, instinct, and the quiet intelligence of her own body.Linda's journey into sovereign motherhood unfolded over years and through multiple initiations. She had always been an intuitive health practitioner, blending German New Medicine, emotional release, and body-based healing in her work — long before she ever became a mother. But each pregnancy deepened her trust even more.Her path moved through miscarriage, then the birth of her daughter, then a molar pregnancy, and finally the birth of her son. Each loss, each initiation, pulled her even further away from fear and deeper into her own authority. She chose to step fully out of the traditional medical system — not out of rebellion for rebellion's sake, but because her body, her intuition, and her lived experience kept showing her a different way.Her births became a portal: a returning to the intelligence of physiology, the sovereignty of the mother, and the truth that women don't need external permission to trust themselves.Today, Linda supports women through fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, chronic emotional patterns, and deep nervous system imprints — always through a grounded, biological, intuitive lens. Her ‘I Am Being' philosophy helps women step out of survival mode, dissolve fear, and reconnect with what their bodies have been holding, so they can return to their power from within.Her work is rebellious but real, spiritual but deeply embodied, and rooted in the belief that the body knows, birth knows, and motherhood is a remembering — not a performance.In our conversation today, we explore her two births, what guided her to leave the medical system entirely, how she navigated fear and intuition, and what it truly means to reclaim your biology, your birth, and your motherhood.Linda Sulimanemail:Breathebaba@gmail.comhttps://www.instagram.com/breathebaba?igsh=MWVvNDlrOGd3MXo4ag==Companion requests: findacompanion@protonmail.com.Billie-https://www.instagram.com/billieharrigan?igsh=OG96YzA5M3BwNWNnJen -https://www.instagram.com/theselahpages?igsh=YWhtZWNwaWN3eDBkNidhi -https://www.instagram.com/puresacredroots?igsh=OXVnNXFzcXlvamFrAlison story -https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-noble-mother/id1648141172?i=1000738473534C section Birth Story -https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-noble-mother/id1648141172?i=1000648115877

There are stories you tell once you've had time to process…And then there are stories that still leave a vibration in your body - no matter how many times you revisit them.This is one of those stories.In this deeply personal episode, Ashley's sharing the full truth of her birth experience. Not the curated version, but the unfiltered, holy-crap-this-is-really-happening, spiritual initiation that brought Liv Skye into the world… and cracked her open in the process.From IVF and the months of unknownsTo unexpected turns mid-laborTo the sacred moment Ashley met her daughter earthside…with signs that showed up like breadcrumbs along the wayeach one layered with meaning, in divine timing.This is a story about the portals we move through when we're asked to surrender again and again.Because birth is never just physical. It's energetic. Ancestral. Emotional. Identity-shifting.It changes everything.Whether you're a mama, want to be one, or just feel called to hear what it means to walk through fire and come out softer, stronger, and more yourself than ever - this one is for you.ASHLEY ON THE WEBASHLEY ON INSTAGRAMDOWNLOAD THE BIG COACH ENERGY TOOLKITJOIN QUANTUM COACH CATALYSTAPPLY TO THE QUANTUM COACHING ACADEMYLISTEN TO ASHLEY'S EXCLUSIVE PODCAST SERIES, BECOME THE BEST COACH VISIT THE BIG COACH ENERGY SHOP

How did ancient biographies narrate the births of their subjects? In this episode, Helen and Lloyd are joined in the Time Machine by Dr Caleb Friedeman, who has set out to explore how biographers described their subject's infancy. Contrary to modern readers, who often read birth account in ancient lives as works of myth and theology rather than history, Friedeman argues that ancient biographers described the births of their heroes with serious historiographic intent. As we approach Christmas, Helen and Lloyd ask Caleb what this might mean for how ancient readers viewed the stories of Jesus' birth in Matthew and Luke. Caleb T. Friedeman is David A. Case Chair of Biblical Studies at Ohio Christian University. He is the author of The Revelation of the Messiah: The Christology Mystery of Luke 1-2 and Its Unveiling in Luke-Acts (SNTSMS 181) and his new book is Gospel Birth Narratives: Reopening a Closed Case (Baylor University Press, 2025) which explores historiographical elements in ancient birth stories.  SUPPORT BIBLICAL TIME MACHINEIf you enjoy the podcast, please (pretty please!) consider supporting the show through the Time Travellers Club, our Patreon. We are an independent, listener-supported show (no ads!), so please help us continue to showcase high-quality biblical scholarship with a monthly subscription.DOWNLOAD OUR STUDY GUIDE: MARK AS ANCIENT BIOGRAPHYCheck out our 4-part audio study guide called "The Gospel of Mark as an Ancient Biography." While you're there, get yourself a Biblical Time Machine mug or a cool sticker for your water bottle.Support the showTheme music written and performed by Dave Roos, creator of Biblical Time Machine. Season 4 produced by John Nelson.

What if the birth trauma you've been carrying isn't just from this lifetime? This is the first time I'm publicly sharing my birth story. After holding onto the emotions from my birth with Rui for 3.5 years,what was meant to be a planned home birth that turned into an emergency category 1 caesarean (a situation that was life threatening to both Rui and myself), the universe kept putting Shari Lyon in my path... and when I finally surrendered to doing the work with her, what we uncovered changed everything. I've never been able to openly talk about that day without crying and truthfully, I've been terrified of having a second baby. The shame, guilt, sadness, fear and grief has consumed me. But in this deeply vulnerable and transformative episode, I sit down with Shari Lyon... a leading coach, educator, and advocate for women through conception, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Through Timeline Therapy and the Emotional Change Technique (ECT), Shari helped me heal at the deepest root cause level... and thanks to her work, the anxiety surrounding birth has not only been released but deeply healed, and I can now see the total perfection in the turn of events that took place. In this episode, we dive into: → Why even the most prepared women can experience birth trauma → The gap in traditional Hypnobirthing education → How Timeline Therapy works to heal emotional root causes → My experience being taken back to a past life during one of our sessions → Why your baby might be guiding you to do this healing work → How generational patterns can be passed down to our children in the womb → How to become the circuit breaker for ancestral trauma → The emotional "strings" we carry throughout our lifetime → Why healing before conception creates a clearer channel for your spirit baby About Shari Lyon: Shari Lyon is a leading coach, educator, and advocate for women through conception, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. With over 13 years of experience supporting families, she brings a unique fusion of evidence-based childbirth education, therapeutic hypnosis, and trauma-informed coaching to every woman she serves. Shari is the founder of Belly2Birth, a highly reputable Hypnobirthing and childbirth education program in Australia, and is also a co-founder of Fertile Birth & Beyond, a transformative multi-modality practitioner training company that is redefining how women are supported across their perinatal journey. Deeply passionate about healing and transforming birth trauma, Shari's mission is to ensure every woman feels informed, safe, connected, and powerful in her choices — no matter how her path unfolds. She believes birth is both a rite of passage and a profound opportunity for personal and generational healing, and she is dedicated to guiding women back to their voice, their intuition, and their innate capability to birth and mother with confidence. Timestamps: Chapters 00:00:00 Introduction to Shari Lyon and Birth Healing 00:00:29 Why This Episode Matters for Everyone 00:01:19 The Eight Core Negative Emotions We Carry 00:01:30 Welcome to the Worthy Podcast 00:01:56 Shari's Divine Journey into Birth Work 00:07:41 The Gap in Birth Education and Preparation 00:12:53 Being at Cause vs. Being in Effect During Birth 00:14:25 Chani's Birth Story and Unexpected Outcome 00:17:04 What is Timeline Therapy and ECT? 00:18:30 Understanding Emotional Strings and Root Causes 00:20:41 How ECT Releases Emotional Charges 00:22:14 Re-imprinting Memories with New Resources 00:23:11 Chani's Profound ECT Experiences 00:25:38 Breaking Generational Patterns Before Pregnancy 00:27:36 Soul Babies Guiding Mothers to Healing 00:28:50 The Past Life Revelation with Rui 00:29:38 Energy, Reincarnation, and Life Lessons 00:30:15 Shari's Past Life as a Midwife 00:30:55 Bridging the Gap: Supporting Caregivers Too 00:37:00 The Divine Purpose Behind Chani's Birth Experience 00:39:11 Why Women Put Expectations on Birth 00:39:52 The Journey to Birth Program 00:41:18 Cultural Suppression of Birth Grief 00:41:57 ECT vs. Traditional Talk Therapy 00:46:03 Physical Healing and Emotional Botox 00:46:54 The Divine Partnership with Elizabeth Ann Walker 00:44:31 Rebirthing Ritual for Healing Trauma 00:48:11 Training the Next Generation of Practitioners 00:49:51 Finding Peace and Surrender for Baby Number Two 00:49:04 Connect with Shari and Final Reflections Connect with Shari: Instagram: @belly2birth Website: www.belly2birth.com.au Practitioner Training: www.fertilebirthandbeyond.com Instagram: @fertilebirthandbeyond Resources Mentioned: Sacred Birthing by Sunni Karll: https://amzn.to/44J052c If this episode resonated with you: Please click follow,subscribe and share this episode with anyone you feel will value this episode ... it greatly supports this channel, allowing us to have more incredible guests on the show + helps us reach more women who need to hear this message.

This week, Emilee is joined by Raquel, who shares her extraordinary first pregnancy and sovereign birth at the age of 39.Raquel speaks candidly about the profound transitions she navigated during this time. The death of her mother, leaving her job, moving homes, and entering into the work of congruency, boundaries, and privacy. Choosing a wild pregnancy, she hired a Radical Birth Keeper graduate to hold space as she walked this sacred path.She opens up about the challenges she faced postpartum with nursing and her child's tongue tie, reflecting on what she might do differently now. And she speaks with clarity about her sense of completion after one child, naming that she does not desire more.This conversation carries the archetype of the death of the maiden, a story of initiation, sovereignty, and the power of claiming motherhood on one's own terms.Donate to the podcast here. If you want to connect with Raquel, follow her on Instagram here and you can find her website here.Find more from Emilee on Instagram, YouTube and the Free Birth Society website.Disclaimer: Free Birth Society, LLC of North Carolina shares personal and educational stories and experiences related to freebirth and holistic care. This content is not medical advice, and we are not a licensed midwifery practice. Testimonials reflect individual experiences; results may vary. For services or scheduling, contact info@freebirthsociety.com. See full disclaimer at freebirthsociety.com/youtubeterms.

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What would you do if your baby came so fast… there was no time to make it to the hospital?In this unforgettable, heart-melting birth story, My Essential Birth Mama Karlen shares her journey with us through a challenging pregnancy, an unexpected early labor after planning for induction, and a completely unplanned roadside birth with only her husband by her side. From the moment she realized, “I'm doing this right now,” to the incredible birth that follows, I know you're going to love this birth story as much as I do!!I absolutely loved chatting with Karlen and walking through her birth story with her. As a clinical psychologist, she shares how her mindset, preparation, and deep trust in her body supported her through one of the most intense experiences of her life. This episode is a PROOF that birth doesn't have to go according to plan to be empowering and unforgettable. I promise, this is an episode you do not want to miss! In fact, maybe play it over and over again as you come up to your birth!Here's some deets from the episode: • How Karlen navigated a challenging pregnancy and a late diagnosis of cholestasis • What midwifery care looked like for her • The daily habits, mindset work, and preparation that set her up for success and gave her a birth she loves! • What happened when labor began earlier than expected • The moment she realized her baby was coming FAST • How her husband supported her through a roadside birth with no medical staff present • What it was like emotionally to process a birth no one could have planned • How her background in psychology shaped her birth experience • Her most powerful advice for both moms and birth partners ✨ Don't forget to FOLLOW the show so you never miss an episode that makes pregnancy & birth feel easier! Here's how to do it in just 2 seconds: On Apple Podcasts → Tap the “+” Follow button in the top right corner of the show page. On Spotify → Tap the “Follow” button right under the show title. Let's Connect!Join the Course! https://www.myessentialbirth.com/getstartedEmail: hello@myessentialbirth.com. Follow @myessentialbirth on INSTAGRAM!

Send us a textMidwife and mother of two, Sophia Henderson, host of the Born Wild podcast, joins us to tell the story of her children's births – and how a chiropractor may have saved her newborn daughter's life.In her first pregnancy, Sophia navigated weeks of unexplained bleeding, chose home birth as a student midwife, and after giving birth learned her son had no anal opening and would ultimately be diagnosed with VACTERL association. She describes what it means to care for a medically complex baby, how quickly those diagnoses unfold after birth, and how that first year reshaped her understanding of risk, normalcy, and surgical intervention.Just as her son's medical journey was unfolding when he was just a few months old, Sophia found herself pregnant again—depleted, caring for a fragile infant, and facing new legal restrictions in California that removed home birth as an option. She entered the hospital as a confident midwife who expected to advocate for herself, only to discover how difficult it is to hold onto intuition when confronted with pressure around breech, preterm labor, and surgery.After her daughter's premature birth, Sophia and her husband were told the baby's lungs had collapsed, that there was “nothing more they could do,” and that she was unlikely to survive or at best, would require oxygen all her life. A desperate post to Facebook caught the attention of a chiropractor, who responded that she could see the issue and restore the baby to wellness. Her treatment was performed quietly after being snuck into the hospital, and led to a recovery so dramatic that it reframed Sophia's entire understanding of newborn physiology and the role of chiropractic care.Born Wild Midwifery********** Needed

It's time for another community birth story from one of our PYC students. I'm always amazed by the range of experiences people share, and I truly believe each story offers us valuable insight, empathy, and wisdom. In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I'm joined by Srilaya Yallapragada- a software engineer from California who moved to NYC halfway through her pregnancy. Srilaya opens up about navigating a major move, choosing a new care provider, communicating her needs, building community in a brand-new city, and, of course, her incredible birth story. Get the most out of each episode by checking out the show notes with links, resources and other related podcasts at: prenatalyogacenter.com Don't forget to grab your FREE guide, 5 Simple Solutions to the Most Common Pregnancy Pains HERE  If you love what you've been listening to, please leave a rating and review! Yoga| Birth|Babies (Apple) or on Spotify! To connect with Deb and the PYC Community:  Instagram & Facebook: @prenatalyogacenter Youtube: Prenatal Yoga Center Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the MamasteFit Podcast, hosts Gina and Roxanne talk with Alex about her unmedicated hospital birth. Alex shares her preparation for birth, the support she received from her provider, and how she used distraction to manage early labor. She describes her quick progression once she arrived at the hospital, the transition through labor, and her birthing experience, which included pushing on all fours. Alex also discusses her postpartum journey, which remained positive for the first six months, and gives advice for expectant mothers preparing for an unmedicated birth. The episode touches upon various aspects of prenatal care, including the management of Group B Strep (GBS) and the importance of shared decision-making with healthcare providers.00:00 Introduction to the MamasteFit Podcast01:10 Meet Alex: Preparing for an Unmedicated Hospital Birth02:11 Alex's Pregnancy Journey and Provider Selection03:59 The Onset of Labor: Early Signs and Distractions07:27 Hospital Arrival and Transition to Active Labor09:08 The Birth: Pushing and Delivery13:28 Postpartum Reflections and Advice19:56 GBS Positive: Understanding the Implications23:37 Conclusion and Resources

In this conversation, Surabhi Shekhar, founder Gubbi Gudu, women's wellness specialist, prenatal/postnatal yoga guide, and doula-in-training joins us with her loving husband, Darshan, to share the story of their preparation for a birth center experience.They speak at length about the thorough preparation, the inner work at various crossroads, and discussions as  a couple helped them arrive at their decisions and needs in this journey. Surabhi reflects on the emotional process of choosing where to birth, while Darshan brings in the partner's perspective.Their fun and interactive style of advocacy helped them collaborate with their birth center team and find a middle ground. 'Time -specific' boundaries helped them push for their needs over and over again. Knowledge became their strongest tool, helping them ask the right questions, make informed decisions, and cultivate genuine partnership with their care providers.And in a first for their birth center, their advocacy made them the first couple to physiologically birth their placenta. This episode shows what preparation can look like and how it can help propell a couple further in the direction of the birth they imagine, yet embrace that birth is an unknown space. Tune in now to know more!Support the showSign up for Childbirth Preparation Programs! visit https://birthagni.com/services#childbirth-preparation-programs https://birthagni.com/copy-of-services#breastfeeding-preparation-program This episode is supported and made possible by podcast recording and hosting tool Zencastr, it is impeccably made! Use my link : https://zen.ai/vxmuJUgYKKGTF3JuTuFQ0g to sign up and record flawless remote podcast , USE my code : BIRTHAGNI Support the show:https://birthagni.com/birthagnipodcast#donate If you like what you hear, leave us a rating on Spotify app and answer the question at each episode! a review on Apple podcasts. Share on Whatsapp/Insta/FB Share on Instagram and tag us @divyakapoorvox ...

Have you ever wondered if the way you prepare for birth could completely change the experience? In this episode of The Wellness Effect, Kira shares her raw, unfiltered home birth story—from water breaking in a daycare bathroom to delivering baby Jake in just four hours. This isn't just a birth story; it's a testament to what happens when you spend years listening to your body, doing the inner work, and trusting your intuition over fear. Whether you're planning a home birth, hospital birth, or just curious about what's possible when you prioritize your health, this conversation will show you why preparation matters—and why birth doesn't have to be something you just "survive."   In this episode, you'll hear: [00:04:46] - The four-year healing journey that prepared Kira's body and mind for this birth [00:09:34] - Why baby positioning became an obsession in the final month (and what actually mattered)  [00:14:25] - What prodromal labor is and how Kira's body rehearsed for weeks before the real thing [00:18:30] - The moment everything started: water breaking in a daycare bathroom during the first snowstorm [00:31:45] - How contractions went from "mild period cramps" to "holy shit" in just hours [00:37:38] - The toilet as the "dilation station" and why sitting down changed everything instantly  [00:42:30] - Using breath, sound, and the mantra "down, down, down" to work with contractions instead of against them [00:44:58] - The fetal ejection reflex: when Kira's body took over and started pushing on its own [00:47:44] - Brett catching baby Jake at home with just the doula present [00:50:47] - Why they chose to go to the hospital after the home birth for stitches and placenta delivery [00:56:06] - The shocking differences between this birth and her first: sleep, feeding, mental health, and recovery [00:58:27] - How mineral balance (especially potassium) made pregnancy insomnia disappear in the final weeks   Key Takeaways: Your baby's lungs release an enzyme when they're ready to be born—that's what actually triggers labor. Your body and baby are designed to work together. Delayed cord clamping (waiting 1-2 hours) allows beneficial blood and nutrients to transfer from placenta to baby—even hospitals are starting to adopt this practice The toilet is called the "dilation station" for a reason—squatting positions can accelerate labor dramatically   Want more from us? Visit our website: https://www.lifestyleucoaching.ca/ Follow us on Instagram: @wellnesseffectpod Lacey Iskra - @laceeiskk Jensen - @wellnesswjensen Kira Iskra - @kiraiskk Lifestyle U have helped over 1,000+ women transform their mind and body and become the best version of themselves. Want to be next? Click Here to Apply! - https://www.lifestyleucoaching.ca/apply If you loved this episode and want to hear more, subscribe and leave a review! Share this episode with a friend who's ready to start their own wellness journey. Follow us on Instagram at @wellnesseffectpod to stay up-to-date with the latest episodes and tips.  

What if birth wasn't something to fear… but a place where heaven meets earth? In today's episode, Caitlin Svoboda shares a supernatural, pain-free home birth story that will leave you breathless.In this interview, Caitlin opens up about her sixth pregnancy, her deep trust in God's design for birth, and the unexpected spiritual encounter that forever changed how she views motherhood. From spiritual visions and the “veil of heaven” thinning, to a fast, instinct-led labor and a peaceful 10-pound baby born into her husband's hands, Caitlin's story is a breathtaking look at what can happen when women reclaim physiological birth and trust the God-designed hormonal blueprint of labor. If you've ever wondered how spiritual encounters, altered states of consciousness, and the quietude phase of labor fit into the birth experience, this episode breaks it down with both awe and practicality. You'll walk away with encouragement, revelation, and a renewed sense of what God intended birth to be.Tune in to hear:How losing a baby shaped Caitlin's faith and future pregnanciesWhy she chose an undisturbed home birth with no medical interventionsThe moment she surrendered fully and slipped into a transcendent stateHer vivid vision of Jesus walking toward her holding an infantThe role of safety, support, and environment in physiological birthWhat the “quietude/rest-and-be-thankful” phase actually feels likeHow she gave birth to a 10-pound baby with no tearingWhy she believes this experience transformed her marriage and identityThe truth about pain in childbirth from a biblical and physiological lensConnect with Caitlin:sehlahmomservices.comIG: sehlah.motherhood.service Use code PODCAST to get $50 off the Pain Free Birth E-course HERECONNECT WITH KAREN:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/painfreebirth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/painfreebirth/ Spotify Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/5zEiKMIHFewZeVdzfBSEMS Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/pain-free-birth/id1696179731Website - https://painfreebirth.com/ 

In today's episode, Anita shares the birth story of her second born, Jack! Over the years, many listeners have shared that hearing his birth story helped them feel more informed and grounded heading into their own birth experience. Whether you are planning to give birth with a midwife or doctor, at home, at a birth center, or in hospital, you'll hear practical examples of what early labour looked like for Anita, positions and strategies that helped her during contractions, and how supportive and informed consent can show up throughout the birth process.- - - - - - - - -If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com, join our Facebook group (To Birth and Beyond Podcast), and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!Resources and References The Bump to Birth Method - Anita's self-paced course. Get started today!TBAB episode 56: In Depth on Birth Prep TBAB episode 2: Preparing your pelvic floor for birthShow Notes 0:55 - Anita's Bump to Birth Method course2:41 - Introduction to today's episode4:43 - Anita describes the circumstances leading up to her second baby's birth13:38 - Anita shares how she felt in those first couple of hours of labour, as well as how she prepared mentally for labour ahead of time15:35 - Anita details the scene as the birthing process intensified20:33 - Anita recounts the process - and importance - of getting up and walking around during her home birth22:54 - Anita recalls when her water broke, and things “started feelin' pushy”29:21 - Anita describes how the doulas helped her in the aftermath of her birth31:57 - Anita talks about placenta monitoring33:24 - Jessie asks Anita if there were any moments during labour where Anita thought: I can NOT do this anymore!35:25 - Anita shares why she wouldn't describe her physical birthing sensations as “painful”37:00 - Anita shares what that first week postpartum looked like for her (pssst - it includes boundaries!)39:19 - Anita shares her preference for doulas, and the importance of conversing with your midwives and doulas about what is best for you and baby 44:10 - Jessie and Anita wrap up the episode

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project.In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Lexi. Some of the topics we cover:Hatched Antenatal CourseAntenatal ExpressingPilates in pregnancy Positive feeling towards homebirth but didn't plan to have one Spontaneous labourBeing checked at homeThrowing up, transitionBirthing at home unplanned without a midwife present 2nd degree tear that wasn't stitched Positive breastfeeding journey Sleep training Viva La Vulva perineal spray Electrolytes post birth Wish they had considered a homebirth more seriously, would plan for one next time Positive birth story Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Coursehttps://www.fertilityassociates.co.nz/book-a-free-nurse-consultPlease seek support for any mental health concerns, some helpful links are below:Mental Health in PregnancyPerinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa Plunket - Dads Mental HealthLittle Shadow - Private Counselling NZFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Tez and Sarah sit down with one of Tez's Byron Bay gal pals, the luminous Laura May; mama and founder/creative director of the beloved brand Nagata. Laura shares how she worked with the universe to call in the divine timing of her daughter's conception, what her first pregnancy was like, and the wild ride that was her maiden birth. From a planned homebirth that became a transfer to navigating a long, stop/start posterior labour, Laura opens up about how she anchored herself in acceptance, surrender, and trust as her birth plan shifted. We dive into the few day marathon, the mystical moments, the messy bits, and the transformation that unfolds when a woman meets her edge. It's raw, magical, and deeply relatable, a story for anyone who's ever birthed a baby, birthed themselves, or surrendered to a timeline bigger than their own. Resource links: nagnata.com bangalowwitchdoctor.com.au Follow Laura May on IG: @lauramay_ Follo​w Sarah Wright Olsen: IG: @swrightolsen Follow Teresa Palmer: IG: @teresapalmer  FB: https://www.facebook.com/teresamarypalmer/ DISCOUNT CODES: • Go to www.baeo.com and get 20% when using the code MOTHERDAZE20 • Go to www.lovewell.earth and get 20% when using the code MOTHERDAZE20 More about the show! • Watch this episode on YouTube here • Co-founders of @yourzenmama yourzenmama.com • Read and buy our book! "The Zen Mama Guide To Finding Your Rhythm In Pregnancy, Birth, and Beyond"  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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After more than 80 hours of labor, Erica Wright found herself exhausted, emotional, and determined to keep trusting her body. With the steady support of her doulas (including EBB Instructor Tara Thompson), she discovered that birth doesn't have to go "according to plan" to be powerful.   In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Dekker talks with Erica and Tara about how preparation, advocacy, and teamwork carried them through a marathon labor filled with unexpected turns. From switching hospitals late in pregnancy to finding strength through challenges, their story exemplifies flexibility, informed choice, and the power of doula support.   (05:55) Tara's updates from Atlanta and her path to becoming an IBCLC (09:17) Erica's lightbulb moments from the EBB Childbirth Class (11:22) Switching hospitals at 35 weeks and advocating for the right fit (16:18) Labor begins: prodromal labor, GBS, and waiting for spontaneous birth (24:30) Hospital admission, challenges with staff, and early interventions (32:17) The Pitocin battle and advocating for movement and monitoring choices (35:40) Finding a supportive nurse and regaining freedom during labor (39:53) Tara's night shift: rest, affirmations, and encouragement (44:20) Deciding on the epidural and reframing "failure" as flexibility (49:18) The final stage: rest, relief, and meeting baby (55:12) Postpartum recovery and breastfeeding challenges (01:00:25) Tara's advice for navigating long labors (01:02:43) Erica's reflections on flexibility, intuition, and informed choice   Resources Get in touch with Tara: tarasbirthservices.com | @taras.birthservices Connect with Tara's teammate, Brittany: @wellpreparednest Listen to EBB 146 - How Doula and EBB Instructor Tara Thompson Supports Families in Atlanta Listen to EBB 357 – Making Decisions about Elective Induction of Labor with Dr. Ann Peralta & Kari Radoff, CNM, from Partner to Decide The Evidence on: GBS (Group B Strep): evidencebasedbirth.com/groupbstrep/ The Evidence on: Pitocin During the Third Stage of Labor: evidencebasedbirth.com/evidence-on-pitocin-during-the-third-stage-of-labor/ Epidural during Labor for Pain Management: evidencebasedbirth.com/epidural-during-labor-pain-management/ Learn more about the Evidence Based Birth Childbirth Class: evidencebasedbirth.com/childbirthclass   For more information about Evidence Based Birth® and a crash course on evidence based care, visit www.ebbirth.com. Follow us on Instagram and YouTube! Ready to learn more? Grab an EBB Podcast Listening Guide or read Dr. Dekker's book, "Babies Are Not Pizzas: They're Born, Not Delivered!" If you want to get involved at EBB, join our Professional membership (scholarship options available) and get on the wait list for our EBB Instructor program. Find an EBB Instructor here, and click here to learn more about the EBB Childbirth Class.

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What happens when a traumatic first birth becomes the catalyst for two radically pain-free, God-filled home births? Today's episode is a powerful testimony of redemption, physiology, faith, and a mother reclaiming her God-given authority in birth. In this conversation, Karen sits down with Sara Gilboy, a mom of three from Toronto, Canada, who experienced a deeply traumatic first home birth during COVID-complete with medical coercion, fear, hemorrhage, separation from her baby, and months of postpartum anxiety and intrusive thoughts. But Sara refused to let that be the end of her story. She returned to birth armed with knowledge, prayer, physiological understanding, and a fierce sense of ownership that transformed her next two births into supernatural, pain-free, joy-filled experiences. Tune in to hear:How Sara's first home birth turned traumatic and why she “felt the fear through her uterus”The spiritual battle of intrusive thoughts and how she learned to take each one captiveWhy “knowledge is power” completely changed her second and third birthsHow she created two entirely pain-free births using physiology, relaxation, and faithWhat she told her midwives the second time that changed everything (“This is the birth I'm going to have…”)Her children worshipping and praying over her during laborThe moment her pelvic floor “parted like the Red Sea”How God replaced her disappointment with joy instantly during her third birthThe connection between birth trauma and postpartum mental healthWhy understanding your physiology is essential no matter where you give birthUse code PODCAST to get $50 off the Pain Free Birth E-course HERECONNECT WITH KAREN:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/painfreebirth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/painfreebirth/ Spotify Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/5zEiKMIHFewZeVdzfBSEMS Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/pain-free-birth/id1696179731Website - https://painfreebirth.com/ 

Hour 4 covers Kim St Onge's return from maternity leave and her home birth experience. The team breaks down Missouri and Illinois college football, coaching futures, and playoff possibilities. They look at the impact of the government shutdown with a focus on SNAP benefits and discuss the St. Louis Blues and their current struggles. The hour also highlights the Guns and Hoses charity boxing event, along with economic and political conversations about tariffs, budget deficits, government handouts, and fiscal responsibility. They wrap with promotion for the Responder Rescue ATF raffle fundraiser.

In May we had our third baby girl, Robin. With lots of time, emotions, and healing we are now ready to share the story of her birth with you. Come back for Part 2 in a few weeks.Where you can find us: https://linktr.ee/couplescooppod

Nine days before Rachel was to give birth to her first child, her beloved birth keeper, Candace, was tragically killed in a car accident. Grief-stricken, panicked, and suddenly faced with new decisions, Rachel chose to freebirth.What unfolded was the gentle, funny, and heartwarming story of a woman moving through her day with ease, allowing her birth to remain simple, quiet, and her own.*This episode is both a celebration of Rachel's first birth and a tribute to Candace Smith, a Radical Birth Keeper graduate and cherished member of our community whose memory continues to weave joy and service into all who knew her. Rest in power, beloved Candace—you are profoundly missed. ❤️✨Black Friday Deals - For just a few special days, our most beloved offerings become available at a rare, generous discount. Next week, you'll have the chance to get The Complete Guide to Freebirth, The Lighthouse & The Midwife Within with Sister MorningStar at 40% off for THREE DAYS ONLY. ✨Donate to the podcast here.If you want to connect with Rachel, follow her on Instagram at here. Find more from Emilee on Instagram, YouTube and the Free Birth Society website.Disclaimer: Free Birth Society, LLC of North Carolina shares personal and educational stories and experiences related to freebirth and holistic care. This content is not medical advice, and we are not a licensed midwifery practice. Testimonials reflect individual experiences; results may vary. For services or scheduling, contact info@freebirthsociety.com. See full disclaimer at freebirthsociety.com/youtubeterms.

If you've ever wondered what a peaceful, physiological, deeply empowering home birth can look like — especially with a big baby — this episode will become your new obsession.Today, Taylor Ward walks us through her beautiful birth story of her 9 lb 12 oz baby boy born at home… after going 8 days past her due date… with zero cervical checks, no stitches, and the most intuitive, grounded labor mindset you've ever heard.If you're craving real-life encouragement, home birth inspiration, mental preparation tips, and reassurance that your body truly can do this — this one's for you!Here's What You'll Learn in This Episode:2:47 – Life with two under two What daily life looks like with two little ones and the surprising perspective Taylor wants every pregnant mom to hear.5:58 – Her pregnancy journey Energy shifts, wild third-trimester leg cramps, breastfeeding while pregnant, and navigating a dip in milk supply.11:40 – Leg cramps + mental health What finally helped her cramps and how she moved through an unexpected emotional spiral.17:15 – Hospital birth vs. home birth Why she switched birth settings the second time and how her midwives supported every decision.19:47 – Preparing mentally + physically Mindset work, fear release, and the positioning techniques that helped with a late-pregnancy transverse baby.23:42 – Her birth partner's role How her husband supported her emotionally, physically, and with toddler care so she could rest.29:06 – Saying “no” to induction… again What happened the first time — and why she chose a completely different path at 41+ weeks.31:48 – The Birth Story Waters breaking at night, the birth space, her visualizations, quiet rest periods, and laboring in the birth pool.42:36 – Pushing + meeting baby What pushing positions actually worked and the calm, joyful moment she met her nearly 10 lb baby.48:24 – Immediate postpartum care Why she skipped stitches, skipped cervical checks, and how she settled in after birth.52:54 – The first 24 hours Healing, bonding, resting, and soaking in that dreamy newborn bubble.55:03 – The mental work behind her contractions Her spiritual reflections, relaxation tools, and the techniques (like a birthing comb + counter-pressure) that made all the difference.1:00:53 – Her best advice for moms Her message for every pregnant woman — plus her husband's powerful encouragement for home birth families.1:05:39 – How birth strengthened their marriage How this shared experience deepened their connection and why her husband loved the birth videos inside the My Essential Birth Course.✨ Don't forget to FOLLOW the show so you never miss an episode that makes pregnancy & birth feel easier! Here's how to do it in just 2 seconds: On Apple Podcasts → Tap the “+” Follow button in the top right corner of the show page. On Spotify → Tap the “Follow” button right under the show title. Let's Connect!Join the Course! https://www.myessentialbirth.com/getstartedEmail: hello@myessentialbirth.com. Follow @myessentialbirth on INSTAGRAM!

ATTN JACK KRUSE LISTENERS: Click there for the show notes for that episode. Sorry for the confusion! We had been teasing this birth story for a few days on social media. This was a crazy set of events that led to the birth of our twin baby boys Will and Ben. It’s definitely NOT what […] The post Our Crazy & Unexpected Birth Story Part 1 – Learning To Let Go appeared first on Extreme Health Radio.

This week, I'm joined once again by Kristin Hauser, a beloved and regular guest on the Free Birth Society Podcast. We weave through the stories of Kristin's four births, with a special focus on her most recent freebirth and the profound lessons it offered.Kristin shares the raw reality of experiencing excessive bleeding in her fourth birth, and how it initiated her into a new relationship with her blood and her body. For the first time in her mothering journey, she was required to stay in bed and truly receive care, nourishment, and love from the women around her.In this conversation, Kristin reflects on how birth taught her not only resilience but also the art of receiving. Her story is a powerful reminder of how important the web of support is for us during these sacred times. ✨ Join The Lighthouse — A private, life-changing membership space for conscious, sovereign women. Check it out here.✨Donate to the podcast here.If you want to connect with Kristin, follow her on Instagram here and you can find her website here. Enrollment for The Blood Mysteries School opens soon— and it is, truly, a life-changing experience for those ready to walk this path of remembrance. Join the waitlist here. Kristin's past Free Birth Society Podcast episodes:Season 1From An Easy Birth To A Challenging Postpartum: Kristin's Story - https://youtu.be/KHYHH-irHFg?si=wjwBvBb26EZaPgFJ Season 2Reflections of Kristin's Wild Pregnancy - https://youtu.be/WTJeDK-bs4g?si=It30ILHOfaxwoHKE Season 3Being Open To A New Story: The Wisdom of Kristin's Freebirth - https://youtu.be/C3IGhyqPepI?si=YO7n7QPl9D8AQ0nV Season 5The Blood Mysteries School with Kristin Hauser and Nancy Lucina - https://youtu.be/3ecIfsi5oxM?si=QmUCDN4IsZCZb43W Season 6Radical Womb Healing as a Path to Freebirth with Kristin Hauser - https://youtu.be/A4UlAIiG0Lk?si=7mIL4-6CO9ZwTWTPSeason 7Embodying the Priestess in Our Everyday Mundane Lives with Nancy Lucina and Kristin Hauser - https://youtu.be/rYrIrObMAtY?si=Ges57c7UiWLtDeIG Find more from Emilee on Instagram, YouTube and the Free Birth Society website.Disclaimer: Free Birth Society, LLC of North Carolina shares personal and educational stories and experiences related to freebirth and holistic care. This content is not medical advice, and we are not a licensed midwifery practice. Testimonials reflect individual experiences; results may vary. For services or scheduling, contact info@freebirthsociety.com. See full disclaimer at freebirthsociety.com/youtubeterms.

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Mother of two Jessie returns to share her second pregnancy and birth story - one that beautifully illustrates the power of processing previous birth experiences and the importance of comprehensive preparation for subsequent labours. After what appeared to be a "textbook" first birth with daughter Bronte, Jessie discovered she was carrying unprocessed trauma that was creating anxiety about her upcoming second labour. Through the support of a birth trauma counsellor, her trusted doula, and extensive mental preparation, Jessie transformed her relationship with birth and welcomed son Leonis in a profoundly different and healing experience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us as we discuss a unique birth story, the intricacies of declining ultrasounds, and the importance of support in fast labors. Plus, we unveil a brand new product we launched after you requested it! 00:00 Introduction to Kelly and Tiffany's Podcast01:09 Recording Together at Home01:50 Sharing a Birth Story02:43 Listener Review and Feedback05:12 Client History and Prenatal Care10:47 Declining Ultrasound: A Midwife's Perspective16:31 Legal Regulations and Birth Timing17:41 Second Birth Experience21:46 Navigating Doppler Use During Labor23:27 Establishing Baseline with Fetoscope25:22 Rapid Labor and Birth Experience31:40 Postpartum Care and Trailing Membranes37:55 Introducing the New NOA Blend41:49 Supporting the Show and CommunityLinks We Chat AboutOur new NOA Tea BlendMidwife Interview GuideOur Monthly MembershipOur Weekly NewsletterOur Childbirth Education Course, use code RADIANT10 for 10% offWe Heart Nutrition: Use Code BEAUTIFULONE for 20% Off your first orderOur Fullscript Supplement Dispensary, always 25% off MSRPBe sure to subscribe to the podcast to catch every episode. Follow us on Instagram for extra education and antics between episodes at: @beautifulonemidwifery

Garrett brings her husband Jeff on to tell the tale of their daughter's birth story. TLDR: Garrett had to face the ONE thing she didn't want--induction. After 30 hours of rhythmic contractions, she was only 2 cm dilated and had to face a difficult choice. Tune in to hear why Garrett felt much of the birth was like "upside down world," and to learn the happy ending to a very hard journey of secondary infertility. Fertility and Fatherhood with Jeff Kusmierz Jeff on IG: @surferkuz Our amazing doula team __________________ ___________________________ GROWING WITH GARRETT NOW LIVE - watch below ⁠www.informedpregnancy.tv⁠ Code: GK30 ___________________________ Need The Nipple Diaper now? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop on Amazon today!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us: TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kozekozemama⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kozekozemama ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@garretnwood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SHOP with 20% off, use THANKYOU20 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.kozekoze.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email Garrett: garrettkusmierz@kozekoze.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After six births within the system—including a cesarean at 37 weeks due to partial placenta previa and subsequent hospital abuse—Ashleigh knew she was done.Now a mother of nine and a Radical Birth Keeper School graduate, Ashleigh joins me to share her accumulated wisdom from nearly twenty years of mothering and birthing. We met in person at Matriarch Rising Festival, and in this conversation, we explore what it means to truly live the lessons that birth offers us.We discuss the pros and cons of having children present during birth, what it looks like to honor our evolving faith journeys, and how Ashleigh navigated the tension between her freebirth path and her husband's discomfort with it.I also challenge Ashleigh's decision to pull away from her Christian audience, encouraging her to consider what it might mean to let her community see her more deeply. She speaks vulnerably about her own healing from rage and how she now coaches mothers who find themselves lashing out at their children—because she's been there too.Come listen, learn, and receive from a mother of nine whose story carries the depth and clarity only time, experience, and devotion can bring.✨Start Your Journey: The Complete Guide to Freebirth - Our best-selling, self-paced course for women ready to claim their births on their own terms. Enroll here.✨Donate to the podcast here. If you want to connect with Ashleigh, follow her on Instagram here. SPOTIFY/APPLE ONLY:Find more from Emilee on Instagram, YouTube and the Free Birth Society website.Disclaimer: Free Birth Society, LLC of North Carolina shares personal and educational stories and experiences related to freebirth and holistic care. This content is not medical advice, and we are not a licensed midwifery practice. Testimonials reflect individual experiences; results may vary. For services or scheduling, contact info@freebirthsociety.com. See full disclaimer at freebirthsociety.com/youtubeterms.

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I always love connecting with members of the PYC community- students, alumni, educators, and everyone in between. Today's guest shares a deeply personal and moving birth story filled with struggle, resilience, and heartfelt reflection. Joining me today on Yoga | Birth | Babies is Renata Freitas. Renata is originally from Brazil and moved to the US for her MBA at Wharton, where she met her husband. She is a traveler, a wife, a mother, and is also 200 hr-certified in yoga. Enjoy her deeply honest birth story. Get the most out of each episode by checking out the show notes with links, resources and other related podcasts at: prenatalyogacenter.com Don't forget to grab your FREE guide, 5 Simple Solutions to the Most Common Pregnancy Pains HERE  If you love what you've been listening to, please leave a rating and review! Yoga| Birth|Babies (Apple) or on Spotify! To connect with Deb and the PYC Community:  Instagram & Facebook: @prenatalyogacenter Youtube: Prenatal Yoga Center Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 Today's episode is with Lu and it's about three home births, but it's really about so much more. This is an episode that I learned so much from. It's where childbirth education tapers off. And in this conversation we ventured into a world where we talked about. The expansion of the baby's journey and what it's like to tap into your intuition and build a relationship with your baby prior to them being earth side and how each birth is magically different because each baby's personality is different. And if you listen. Quietly and closely and you intentionally spend time with your baby in pregnancy, they will start to let you know exactly who they are and what they need. I really enjoyed this conversation with Lou and we actually stayed on afterwards and chatted about how much I thought that there was a need. To not just understand the stages of labor and the pros and the cons of the interventions in a hospital, and having a doula or a support person by your side to help advocate and navigate the birth journey, but how important it is. To build upon. Yes, if you're birthing in a hospital, you need that information, but how important it is to tap into the spiritual experience that's being offered to you in birth, and that is ultimately what today's episode is about. I hope that you enjoy it as much as I did. Thank you so much, Lou. XOXO- Heidi Looking for a doula in Charlotte, NC - please visit us BirthStoryBoutique.com Ready to snag your spot in Birth Story Academy? https://www.birthstory.com/all-products/birthstoryacademy

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