Podcasts about Birth Stories

It's been 4 weeks since our precious daughter arrived, and I'm finally finding the space to sit down and process my labor and delivery experience.Going into birth, I truly had no idea what to expect. Like many women, I had heard plenty of stories that left me feeling uncertain about what my own experience would be like. But what unfolded was such a beautiful, peaceful, and positive birth experience.From the moment my water broke to finally holding our sweet girl in my arms, I'm sharing the entire story in this episode.My hope is that this can be one more positive birth story that brings you hope, encouragement, and peace as you prepare for your own birth experience one day.

Episode 447: 4 Strategies on How to Practice for Your BirthIn today's episode, Anita talks about something that she goes through with her prenatal physio clients as well as her students in Bump to Birth: PRACTICING! Looking for tips and strategies for labor, pushing, and support (for partner/birthing support persons)? Now you will have them! Even if your birthing experience takes twists and turns, you will be informed and feel confident in asking questions to navigate those situations for a positive birth experience.---If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!---Resources and ReferencesTBAB Episode 248: Preparing for an Unmedicated Birth – Katelyn's Birth StoryTBAB Episode 104: Birth Stories and Preparing for Labour with Jen KuenzelBump to Birth Method on-demand course: bumptobirthmethod.comPrepare Your Pelvic Floor for Pregnancy & Birth: anitalambert.click/prenatal-pelvic-floor-birth-workshop---Show Notes 00:00 - Intro to this return episode02:13 – Bump to Birth on-demand course04:08 – Why we are talking about this again06:52 – Why it's important to discover and consider multiple options and resources09:18 – Practice #1: Hands on strategies (with partner)11:36 – Practice #2: Deep breathing strategies13:39 – Practice #3: Things to listen to for focus during labour18:37 – Practice #4: Asking questions in prenatal appointments prior to the end of pregnancy21:19 - Use B.R.A.I.N. to help advocate for yourself in pregnancy and labour25:01 – Episode wrap up

After giving birth at 28 weeks with her first baby, Kyla knew that this pregnancy was going to look different. She was intentional about every decision: her providers, her preparation, her birth space, and her mindset going in. And when the time came, all of that work showed up in the most beautiful and amazing way. Kyla woke up one morning at 39 weeks with a belly that looked completely different. Contractions started mid-morning and she basically ignored them for most of the day. By 9pm she and Gabe were loading up the car for a two hour drive to their birth center in the middle of the night. She arrived six centimeters dilated and completely effaced. And just before 3am their baby girl was born in a birth tub with so much hair.

In this episode Dr. Danielle Desroche shares her personal birth story, including her experiences with labor, delivery, and an emergency c-section. Let's ConnectInterested in becoming a client? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Schedule your strategy call here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the newsletter here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Order Your Own Labs - LabShop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fullscript Supplement Dispensary⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Send us Fan MailOur first episode for 2026 is a powerful one with Muthoni. She always knew she wanted to be a mum and while excited to be pregnant with her first child, the pregnancy came with hyperemesis gravidarum. In spite of this Noni never gave up on her dream for a positive birth, she speaks to what it was like making adjustments to her birth plan when needed. Muthoni also shares openly about her experience with postpartum anxiety and the differences in her two postpartum periods after seeking help during her second pregnancy. Her story highlights the resilience and adaptability of women, the need for conversations like this so that more new mothers are able to identify and speak up if they are having intrusive thoughts that muddy the experience of motheringFollow us on socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backtobasicspodke?igsh=NmExNngzenJ2OGV5&utm_source=qrInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruby.mamas/Want to share your empowering story? Fill this form : https://forms.gle/Ja6BnTS59VQPnDCw5

In this deeply honest community birth story, Deb talks with Nitzan Auz about the emotional complexity of welcoming her third baby during a season of uncertainty, stress, and shifting expectations. As she approached her due date, Nitzan found herself navigating not only the physical and emotional intensity of late pregnancy, but also the weight of global events unfolding in Israel that deeply impacted her mental state. Hoping for a different experience this time around, she instead faced an unexpected induction and a birth that unfolded far from her original vision. The conversation also touches on postpartum recovery, identity, resilience, and Nitzan's inspiring return to running, including completing the NYC Marathon when her daughter was less than four months old. Together, they explore the grief that can come when birth doesn't go according to plan, and the slow, meaningful process of making peace with an experience that felt difficult to fully accept at first. This episode is a reminder that healing after birth is not always linear, and that acceptance can coexist with disappointment. 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 candid life update, Leah and Morgan share the highs, lows, and unexpected twists they've been navigating behind the scenes. Leah opens up about the emotional weight of supporting fertility patients through both pregnancies and losses, her husband's exciting startup milestone, and how the "Chinese bamboo tree" analogy is reshaping her perspective on purpose, patience, and growth. Morgan shares a challenging pregnancy season filled with health scares, a surprising viral infection, a powerful experience supporting a home birth, and a frightening family medical emergency involving her father. Together, they explore motherhood, identity, business, resilience, and what it means to keep moving forward when life feels overwhelming.00:00 Trailer: High Highs, Low Lows & Life Updates00:43 Why We Love Life Update Episodes05:28 The Emotional Weight of Fertility Care09:58 Looking Beyond Root Causes: The Bigger Infertility Crisis12:13 Startup Wins & A New Season of Life14:13 The Chinese Bamboo Tree Lesson on Patience18:43 Growing a Podcast Without Clickbait20:43 Work, Motherhood & Identity Shifts24:43 Toddler Sleep, Nursing & Parenting Updates26:58 The Dream Life Formula & Becoming Your Future Self30:43 Morgan's Pregnancy Challenges Begin31:43 Bee Stings, Swelling & Pregnancy Surprises36:43 A Painful HSV Infection & Health Scare41:13 The Doctor Who Showed Up When It Mattered Most44:28 Missing the Dance Recital for a Birth47:28 Supporting a Long Labor & Hospital Transfer53:13 Baby Archer Arrives54:33 A Family Emergency: Dad's ICU Stay01:01:13 Navigating Stress, Caregiving & Pregnancy01:05:43 Preparing for Baby #3 & Summer Plans01:09:28 Therapy, Support Systems & Looking Ahead01:10:43 Final Thoughts & OutroHealthy As A Mother Podcast | YouTubeHealthy As A Mother Podcast | InstagramHealthy As A Mother Podcast | TikTokHealthy As A Mother Podcast | Merch StoreFind more from Dr. Leah:Dr. Leah Gordon | InstagramDr. Leah Gordon | WebsiteWomanhood Wellness | WebsiteFind more from Dr. Morgan:Dr. Morgan MacDermott | InstagramDr. Morgan MacDermott | WebsiteUse code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 10% at EarthleyUse code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 15% at RedmondFor 20% off your first order at Needed, use code HEALTHYMOTHERSave $260 at Lumebox, use code HEALTHYASAMOTHERUse code HAAM and save 10% at Fond

In this MamasteFit Podcast: Birth Story, Hanna shares her home VBAC story after two C-sections, delivering a 9 lb 11 oz baby despite being told her pelvis was “too small” in previous births. She recounts a first pregnancy shaped by COVID stress, a long induction ending in C-section, and a discouraging postpartum comment about never birthing vaginally. Her second pregnancy included deep VBAC research, doula support, a 42-week induction attempt, painful positioning, a partial epidural, a repeat C-section, and alarming (later contradicted) claims of uterine rupture. After reviewing her op report with her provider, Hanna pursued a third pregnancy with improved nutrition, fitness using Training for Two, and spontaneous labor at 42 weeks; after 2.5 hours of pushing, an OB and midwife resolved a shoulder dystocia, and postpartum was physically tough but emotionally healing with smooth breastfeeding.Find Hanna here!: @hanna_elisabeth_turner  on Instagram@joysofbirth doula page on Instagram00:00 Welcome and Episode Preview00:48 Meet the Hosts and Mission01:35 Introducing Hanna's HBAC Story02:08 First Pregnancy During COVID03:54 Induction to First C-Section05:36 Pelvis Comment and Postpartum07:16 Second Pregnancy and TOLAC Plan10:12 Labor Struggles and Walchers13:07 Repeat C-Section Trauma16:03 Uterus Scare and Grief17:57 Second Opinion Changes Everything25:02 Choosing Home Birth Support27:20 Training for Two and Pain-Free Pregnancy32:41 Choosing Gentle Induction34:07 Pelvic Mobility Theory35:45 Membrane Sweep Plan38:17 Active Day Sparks Labor41:31 Early Labor and Support46:12 Water Breaks Intensity Hits48:20 Two Hour Push Marathon52:35 Shoulder Dystocia Emergency58:09 Big Baby Aftermath01:00:01 Postpartum Recovery Reality01:05:09 Advice After Two C Sections01:07:23 Final Thanks and Resources————

In this episode of the Twiniversity Podcast, Natalie talks with Maddie Rahlf, a twin mom of three girls, about the "double whammy" delivery - giving birth to one twin vaginally and the other by C-section in the very same hour. Maddie shares how her twins were a complete surprise - a natural, spontaneous twin conception with no twins in the family, discovered at her 12-week ultrasound - and how reading Nat's book helped her find solid ground once the shock wore off. Because Baby B had a marginal cord insertion and was measuring under the 10th percentile, Maddie's pregnancy included weekly maternal fetal medicine (MFM) monitoring and an induction at 36 weeks. Natalie and Maddie walk through the delivery almost minute by minute: an easy vaginal birth for Baby A after only a few pushes, Baby B flipping transverse the moment she had the womb to herself, the attempts to turn her, a cervix that closed back up, and the placenta concern that finally made a C-section the safest call. Then comes the twist - it was Baby A, the vaginally delivered twin, who ended up in the NICU on CPAP, while Baby B stayed right with mom. The conversation also gets into recovering from a vaginal birth and major abdominal surgery at the same time, the empowerment of being given the choice to try for a vaginal delivery, and Nat's "use your BRAIN" framework (Benefits, Risks, Alternatives, Intuition, Nothing) for making decisions in the moment. Maddie's biggest takeaway: if it happens, it happens - you figure it out one day at a time, and you'll have a pretty cool story to tell. This episode is a reassuring, myth-busting conversation for any twin parent who feels anxious about the possibility of a double whammy delivery. EPISODE THEMES

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Mens Room Question: What made someone's birth memorable?

Mens Room Question: What made someone's birth memorable?

Join Ruth's mom as she tells the story of coming to China to witness the birth of her first grandchild. In this very personal retelling, we get to hear all about Ruth's first birth--through the eyes of her mother. Patty shares first hand about what it was like to travel to China (on her own!) and then support Ruth through the last weeks of pregnancy, the birth, and the post birth documentation process. Hear her impressions of China birth culture, her worries, and many her surprises as she walked along side Ruth and Nathan through this momentous time of their lives. Listen to the end for her tips for potential grandparents preparing to travel to China for the birth of their own children!If you want to hear Ruth's birth stories through her own eyes, you can also listen on the Evidence Based Birth Podcast and The Birth Hour!Evidence Based Birth: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/ebb-259-cross-cultural-experiences-in-childbirth-with-ruth-greene-doula-and-co-owner-of-having-a-baby-in-china-consulting-services/The Birth Hour: https://thebirthhour.com/giving-birth-in-china-and-helping-other-navigate-maternity-system-in-china/***Enjoying the Having A Baby In China Podcast? Leave us a rating or write a review in your favorite podcast app, share us with your friends, or contact us on Instagram!***Visit the Having a Baby in China Website: https://www.havingababyinchina.com/Follow @HavingABabyInChina on Instagram Check out Having a Baby in China: The Course – A Video Course to learn about it all!

If you're looking for examples of powerful home births - the kind you find your power in and feel really good about - here are 2!

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“Birth Stories: The Body of Christ”

Sponsor: Inito For Birth Hour listeners, the Insight Wireless Reader is available right now for just $99 with the code BIRTHHOUR at  inito.com. The Birth Hour Links: Know Your Options Online Childbirth Course (code 100OFF for $100 OFF!) Beyond the First Latch Course (comes free with KYO course) Access archived episodes and a private Facebook group via Patreon! 

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Welcome back to season two of Where’s Your Bump At?! In this episode, I’m joined by my husband Michael as we take a trip down memory lane and finally share Suede’s birth story, one year later. From unexpected contractions and sleep-deprived final weeks of pregnancy to the emotions of meeting our baby for the very first time, we’re unpacking everything that really happened and reflecting on one of the most surreal, beautiful and life-changing days of our lives. All our love,Anna xxxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your baby is here, and in a lot of ways that moment can feel like the finish line. But the story of how they got here, how it felt, what it asked of you, lives on long after the birth. This is why your birth story matters.In this episode, we're talking about the full weight of a birth experience. The pride. The grief. The moments that surprised you. The comments that landed wrong. The pieces you're still making sense of weeks, months, or years later. And we're making space for all of it, because every story deserves to be heard.We're walking through:Why a birth story shapes you long past the day it happenedHow both pride and grief can live in the same storyWhy "at least the baby is healthy" misses what a mom is actually asking forWhat trauma can look like in a birth that "went fine" on paperHow to hold space for a friend who is sharing her story with youDifferent ways to process your own story, from journaling to sharing in communityWhether your story is one you've told a hundred times or one you've never said out loud, you deserve the space to process it however you need to. If you want to share yours with us, we'd be honored to hear it. You can email us anytime.Thank you so much for listening to the Mom2Mom Podcast! This podcast is meant to empower women and bring the community together through storytelling and education. Here, you will find encouragement, support and community. We are your community. And we're so happy to have you!Join the email list to be notified when episodes go live HERE! Please also make sure  to comment, share and subscribe! xoxo, StephanieLet's Connect:Website (how2mom.com) Instagram (@how2mom)Facebook (@how2mom)TikTok (@how.2.mom)Twitter (@how_2_mom)Linkedin (@how2mom)Pinterest (@how2mom)YouTube (@how2mom)

I am SO excited for you to hear this birth story with my Calm Labor Confident Birth Course student, Linda Kelly. Linda has been part of the Labor Nurse Mama community since 2021. She joined the Calm Labor Confident Birth course after her first birth that left her feeling like it just happened to her - no knowledge, no voice, no power. Fast forward to baby number two, and Linda walked into that hospital armed with her birth plan, her snacks, her AirPods in, Modern Family queued up, and absolutely zero tolerance for being told what to do. She went from a traumatic, unplanned induction the first time around to bouncing on the ball, eating her favorite foods, requesting an experienced provider to break her waters, and pushing her baby out in 20 minutes.And now? She's 30 weeks pregnant with baby number three!

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She's here! In this episode of She Lives Purposefully, I'm sitting down with my husband to recap baby #2's birth story, share how postpartum has been so different this time around, and open up about what God has been pressing on my heart in this season. We talk a lot about our experience going from one kid to two and how we got here. Then we'll get into the convictions God has been putting on our hearts lately: from less secular music (and more Christian music we've filling my home with), to becoming a mama who points my kids to Jesus (which has to start with me), to being a better friend, and learning to actually listen when God presses something on my heart. Friend, grab your iced latte (mine is currently decaf) and let's catch up. In this episode we talk about: Baby #2's birth recap Going from 0–1 vs. 1–2 kids How postpartum has felt this time around Why we're filling my home with more Christian music Pointing my kids to Jesus — and how it starts with me Being a better friend Learning to listen to what God is pressing on your heart Episode Outline 00:00 We're BACK! 02:15 Birth Story  14:40 PostPartum  15:30 Our toddler meets our baby for the first time and the 1 to 2 adjustment 29:00 Giving up secular music (for now), implementing a better devotional time and routine, being more intentional friends, and pointing our kids to Jesus  Links: Get 10% off Daily Grace Co with code MEGANHOLMES10 Get 10% off Hosanna Revival with code SHELIVESPURPOSEFULLY My Christian Music Playlist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Birth doesn't always go the way you planned, but preparation never goes to waste.In this encouraging birth story, My Essential Birth Mama Mary Richardson shares her journey from planning a home birth to an unexpected hospital transfer, a Pitocin induction she never saw coming, and over 24 hours of unmedicated labor that pushed her further than she ever thought she could go. From the daily prep she did throughout pregnancy, to the moment everything shifted at 41 weeks and three days, to delivering a 9lb 12oz baby boy, I just know you are going to love Mary and everything she shares in this episode. ❤️ What I love most about Mary's story is not just what happened, it's how she handled it. She is honest about the hard parts, gracious about the things she would do differently, and so genuinely encouraging to every mama who is doing all the things and wondering if it will matter when birth surprises her. It absolutely does. This episode is proof of that. I promise you do not want to miss this one, in fact, save it and come back to it as you get closer to your birth!Here are some highlights from the episode:How Mary navigated... nausea, sciatica, white coat syndrome, and a GBS positive result throughout her pregnancyThe provider switch she made at 20 weeks and why finding the right support changed everything for herThe daily habits and preparation that carried her through 24+ hours of unmedicated laborWhat happened at her 41 week ultrasound and how she and her husband navigated the decision to transferWhat unmedicated labor through a Pitocin induction actually felt like — and the coping strategies that helped mostThe moment during transition in the bathtub that she says was one of her favoritesHer third degree tear recovery and the holistic healing tips that actually made a differenceHer honest breastfeeding journey from those first hours to four months inHer most powerful advice for both moms and dads going into birth Don't forget to RATE & FOLLOW the Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy Podcast!Leave a Review! ⭐️ Here's how >> On Apple PodcastsFind “Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy” podcastSelect “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 SpotifyFind "Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy" podcastClick 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 titlesLet's Connect!Join the Course! https://www.myessentialbirth.com/getstartedEmail: hello@myessentialbirth.com.  Follow @myessentialbirth on INSTAGRAM! 

Labor & Delivery Nurse Jen Hamilton joins Bobby to share what life is really like inside the delivery room, from the birth stories that stay with her to the advice every first-time mom should hear. She opens up about postpartum, swaddling, umbilical cord complications, and why she judged Bobby for not cutting the cord. Jen also shares what it’s like getting recognized in the hospital, the longest induction she’s ever been part of, and the moments that make labor and delivery unpredictable, emotional, and unforgettable. Watch The BobbyCast on Netflix! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this March recap episode, Sophia, Eva, and Aly share personal updates, behind-the-scenes practice conversations, and three very different birth stories.They discuss:a prolonged labor ending in hospital transfer + C-sectioninformed consent and newborn antibioticsa peaceful birth after pregnancy losspostpartum hemorrhage management at homebalancing intervention with autonomy in birth workwedding planning, concerts, and midwifery student lifeA candid look inside real midwifery care, decision-making, and community support.Connect with us on IG @bornwildpodcastSome of Sophia's favorite recommendations: ▶︎Afterease Tincture by Wish Garden Herbs: ▶︎Sitz Bath Herbs by Motherlove Organics: ▶︎HIRO diapers: ▶︎Mioberry Organic Muslin Swaddle sets & more: Save 15% with code: Bornwild15Connect with Sophia ▶︎https://www.bornwildmidwifery.com/00:28 Personal life updates02:18 Concert stories + family life05:32 Midwifery skills + training07:22 Long labor + hospital transfer10:46 Informed consent + newborn antibiotics14:01 Birth after pregnancy loss17:46 Fast second birth story22:26 Postpartum hemorrhage managementThis podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The views and experiences shared by guests are their own and do not constitute medical, legal, or professional advice.We are not providing medical or legal guidance, nor are we encouraging listeners to engage in any practice that may be unsafe or unlawful in their jurisdiction. Birth choices, medical care decisions, and midwifery practices are highly regulated and vary by state and country.Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified, licensed professionals and to research the laws applicable to their location before making any health or birth-related decisions.By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own decisions and actions.The show notes may contain affiliate links. IF you click and purchase product or service I might be compensated. Thank you for your support. 

Welcoming twins into the world often comes with extra layers of planning, medical decision-making, and learning to adapt when things don't go exactly as expected. In this community birth story, Deb talks with Isabel Low about her emotional two-year fertility journey, the surprise and excitement of learning she was pregnant with twins, and how carrying two babies reshaped her expectations for pregnancy and birth. Isabel shares what it was like navigating the unique medical considerations of a twin pregnancy, learning to advocate for herself during prenatal appointments, and shifting her mindset from having a rigid birth plan to holding flexible birth preferences. She also walks us through her labor and delivery, including a stressful moment involving Baby B, and reflects on how her support team helped her stay grounded through the unexpected. In the postpartum conversation, Isabel opens up about the realities of a longer hospital stay, the early challenges of breastfeeding twins, and what eventually helped things click. This episode is a thoughtful reminder that preparation isn't always about controlling the outcome—it's often about building trust in yourself, your team, and your ability to pivot. 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 MamasteFit Podcast: Birth Story, Roxanne (certified nurse midwife) interviews Victoria about two very different births: her first, a 39-week elective induction with Cytotec and high-dose Pitocin, limited eating/mobility, epidural issues, frequent cervical checks, infection/fever, and a postpartum hemorrhage with painful clot removal—followed by postpartum anxiety and breastfeeding struggles due to her baby's near level-four tongue tie. For her second pregnancy, Victoria re-took MamasteFit's childbirth course, used our pelvic pain program, advocated more strongly, and aimed for an unmedicated birth. After being told in triage she wasn't in active labor, her water broke at home, EMS took her to a different hospital, and she delivered quickly with the empowered experience she was wanting. She closes with advice to trust your body and set boundaries.00:00 Episode Preview00:30 Meet the Hosts01:17 Victoria Joins the Show01:33 First Pregnancy Prep03:41 Elective Induction Begins07:05 Pitocin Epidural and Slow Progress13:39 Pushing and Baby Arrives18:18 Postpartum Hemorrhage Scare20:27 Tongue Tie and Postpartum Anxiety24:59 Second Birth Goals and Prep29:09 Early Labor Signs at 38 Weeks32:37 Night Labor Builds35:19 Hospital Triage Reality Check39:19 Sent Home Defeated40:54 No Break Contractions42:29 Water Breaks and 91146:05 Ambulance to Closest Hospital47:48 Fast Unmedicated Birth50:04 Golden Hour and Breastfeeding53:00 Postpartum Recovery and Healing57:20 Advice Trust Your Body01:01:54 Wrap Up and Induction Tips————

Philomena Celine is here! Cecilia and Patrick sit down to share Cecilia's birth story of laboring at home, delivering at the hospital, and the early days of postpartum as parents to 2 under 2. Call or Text Our Hotline: 312-775-2615   If you've been blessed by our podcast, we ask you to prayerfully consider supporting us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/whatinthedangheck @isamiaproducts Use code HECK20 for 20% off first-time buyers sitewide! Use code TRYME for free shipping isamia.com   @pietapaperie Use Code HECKYES10 for 10% off https://pietapaperie.co   @herplanofficial please consider donating at https://secure.herplan.org/witdh

I had my baby in Brazil last year and have gotten so many questions about the experience! Today, I share what it was like door-to-door and why giving birth abroad was one of the best decisions for our family. ---------------- ⟡ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewanderlover/ ⟡ Podcast: https://thewanderlover.com/podcast ---------------- RESOURCES FOR YOU: ⟡ Make Your First $5k Online: https://thewanderlover.com/business-academy/ ⟡ Your 0 to $100K Game Plan: https://thewanderlover.com/100k-game-plan/ ⟡ Become a Digital Nomad: https://thewanderlover.com/digital-nomad-society/ ⟡ Become a PAID Travel Creator: https://thewanderlover.com/travel-influencer-handbook/

At 41 weeks, Sarah's quiet night shifts from anxious waiting to full-blown labor in one generous breath: her water breaks, there's unexpected bleeding, and a choice that will shape everything, go to the hospital or stay home. With intuition and a steady birth team, she chooses home, setting the stage for an intimate, wildly human experience. A husband with a to-do list, doulas braiding hair and holding space, a sling, belly lifts, and the hum of tea lights as the tub fills. Between hypnosis tracks and fierce waves, Sarah moves from five centimeters to the unstoppable urge to push in under an hour, surrendering to the body that has carried her through three very different pregnancies. Baby number 3 slips earthside in the early morning, a gasp of relief, a sibling's sleepy announcement, and the warm, grounding ritual of homemade meals and familiar comforts. This episode is both a recalling birth story and a love letter to home birth: messy, sacred, unpredictable, and utterly unforgettable. Find the Full Show Notes Here: https://www.enteringmotherhood.com/episodes Relevant Links: Register for the O.W.N Your Birth Childbirth Education Course 5 ways to prepare for an Unmedicated Birth Download the FREE Comprehensive Birth Vision Planner Hypnobabies is a great tool to use hypnosis when preparing for childbirth. Use the code MOTHERHOOD20 to receive 20% off today! Truly fuel your body with FOND Bone Broth a verified regenerative by land to market company dedicated to serving you rich and handcrafted items. Use code ENTERINGMOTHERHOOD for 10% off. Looking to become a doula yourself and get into birthwork? Check out the Online Doula Training Program to get started on your path today. Become certified through Postpartum University and help clients learn more about how to nourish their bodies in the postpartum period. Want a baby carrier you can snuggle your baby tight in? Check out LoveHeld for their handwoven ring sling carrier you'll be sure to love. In need of nursing tops and postpartum items? Kindred Bravely is the place to shop for all of your attire needs and more.  Connect with Entering Motherhood: The Entering Motherhood Website @entering.motherhood (IG) Entering Motherhood (FB) Contact us Directly

In this episode, Elle and Vee sit down with Elle's husband M just four weeks postpartum to unpack a birth story that took a wild, unexpected turn. From using a vibrator to trigger contractions to an intense, emotional delivery that led to a complete mindset shift, nothing went as planned. They dive into the raw reality of postpartum healing, libido shifts, and what happens to your sex life after baby number two. It's messy, vulnerable, and brutally honest in the way only they can be.ChaptersWhy Did Elle Bring A Clit Sucking Vibrator During Labor?  (00:00)When Labor Begins But Won't Progress And The Moment Everything Got Overwhelming (8:17)C Sections, Pushing And Shitting  (18:43)Fisted In The Delivery (26:10)The Circumcision Debate And Body Autonomy  (32:56 )Vasectomy Talk And Semen Retention (40:00)Future Sex As Parents And Kink Aspirations In 3 Months And In 1 Year (45:59) How Do Elle And Vee Stay Connected In Their Relationship? (54:47)Rapid Fire Questions: (58:50)-- Who Is Hornier Right Now? -- Who Has Cried More This Week?-- Most Unhinged Thought? -- Weirdest Thing That Turned You On Recently Even If You Didn't Act On It? -- One Thing You Miss That Isn't Sex? _____

The episode you've been asking for is finally here : Deena's birth story for her third baby. And you're not going to want to miss this one. If you've been here for a while, you know her first didn't go the way she thought it would. There was a lot of fear, a lot of not being listened to, a lot of trauma that stayed with her longer than she expected. Her second birth? Also not great. So now, for the first time, Deena shares the deeply personal story of her third birth. She birthed at home, in her bathtub surrounded by family and her boys (and her emotional support dog, Mokki!). And how did the birth go, you ask? You'll have to tune in to find out. This one will make you laugh, cry, laugh again, cry again, and bring you back to all those intense feelings surrounding birth.This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Activations - Try Activations for 2 Weeks Free: activations.com/feelings.First Day - Our listeners get up to 57% off and a free gift with code BLF at firstday.com.Ka'Chava - Go to kachava.com and use code BLF for 15% off your first order!Myrtle Beach - You belong at The Beach – Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Plan the best family vacation ever at VisitMyrtleBeach.com.Quince - Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Go to quince.com/BLF for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Teleflora - Provide code BLFMDAY20 for 20% off a Teleflora bouquet at teleflora.com.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What would you do if the pregnancy you carefully prepared for suddenly took an unexpected turn?In this powerful and deeply meaningful birth story, My Essential Birth Mama, Sarah, joins me to share the journey of her second pregnancy — one that began with a clear vision for a very different birth experience after a difficult first birth.Determined to do things differently, Sarah switched providers, chose midwifery care, hired a doula, and intentionally prepared both mentally and physically for the low-intervention birth she hoped to have. But during a routine ultrasound, everything changed. Faced with devastating news about her baby's health, Sarah and her husband had to navigate the emotional reality of carrying their son while not knowing how much time they would have with him.When labor began naturally at 31 weeks, something unexpected happened. Sarah experienced the calm, peaceful, unmedicated birth she had worked so hard to prepare for. After Benson was born, she and her husband were able to spend precious moments holding and loving their son, moments that would hold both heartbreak and healing.I'm so grateful Sarah was willing to come share Benson's story. This episode is about advocating for yourself in pregnancy, preparing for the birth you want, trusting your body, and finding meaning even in the hardest moments of motherhood.Here are some highlights from the episode:• Why Sarah chose to switch from an OB to a midwife after her first birth experience • How she and her husband prepared together for a different kind of birth • The daily mindset and physical preparation she focused on for an unmedicated birth • The routine ultrasound that revealed something unexpected about her baby • What it's like navigating pregnancy after receiving devastating news • How labor began naturally at 31 weeks • The peaceful, low-intervention birth experience she had hoped for • The precious moments they were able to spend holding and loving their son • How this birth brought both heartbreak and unexpected healing • Sarah's encouragement for mothers facing difficult pregnancy newsSarah's story is one that will stay with you long after the episode ends. It's a reminder that even when birth doesn't unfold the way we expect, it can still hold  love, meaning, and beauty.If this episode touches yourDon't forget to RATE & FOLLOW the Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy Podcast!Leave a Review! ⭐️ Here's how >> On Apple PodcastsFind “Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy” podcastSelect “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 SpotifyFind "Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy" podcastClick 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 titlesLet's Connect!Join the Course! https://www.myessentialbirth.com/getstartedEmail: hello@myessentialbirth.com.  Follow @myessentialbirth on INSTAGRAM! 

Nicole Phelps shares her experience being pregnant while her partner, Michael Phelps, was training for the Olympics. She hired a doula and prepared to possibly give birth without Michael there. A few weeks before her due date, Nicole started experiencing extreme itchiness, especially on the palms of her hands, and was tested for Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy (ICP). However, she went into labor before the results came back. Michael made it just in time, and her son, Boomer, was born healthy. The test result came back positive and she knew she'd have to be on the lookout for another ICP diagnosis with future pregnancies. On this episode, she also shares her second pregnancy and birth story and how her doctor monitored her for ICP leading up to her son Beckett's birth. Nicole wanted to share her story to raise awareness about ICP so other women can be on the lookout for the symptoms. Links: Airdoctorpro.com code BIRTHHOUR for up to $300 off! Know Your Options Online Childbirth Course - use code 100OFF for $100 off. Beyond the First Latch Course (comes free with KYO course)  Support The Birth Hour via Patreon! You can now gift memberships to Patreon here! 

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In this incredible birth story, My Essential Birth parents Christa and Morgan take us through one of the most incredible journeys I have ever had the honor of sharing on this podcast. From a heartbreaking miscarriage to living on the road during pregnancy, to refusing a life flight and driving eight hours home, to an unmedicated delivery nobody saw coming (and a 32-week baby who left every nurse in the NICU completely speechless) this story will stay with you long after you finish listening.This episode is PROOF that when you prepare, advocate, and work together as a couple — you can have an amazing experience no matter which twist and turns pregnancy and birth take. I promise, this is one you do not want to miss!Here's some highlights from the episode:

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BTS, BONUS CONTENT AND MORE! Only on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/TrashTuesdayPodcast ESTHER IS NOW A BOYMOM! Dave King is here and we're telling the entire birth story: the blood, the vomiting, the contractions, EVERYTHING. Also…this episode might be the best ad Cedars Sinai has ever received.Welcome back, Esther; and welcome to the world, Bernard King!

On this episode of Father Knows Less, Bobby Bones sits down with Lauren Alaina who shares what it’s really like adjusting to life with a newborn. The conversation turns deeply personal as Lauren walks through her birth story where the umbilical cord was wrapped around her daughter in multiple places, creating a dangerous situation during labor. From being induced to the intense, split-second decisions during delivery, and the overwhelming moment of hearing her daughter cry for the first time. Then Kickoff Kevin talks to Bobby about the different levels of chaos as a twin dad, sharing what it’s actually like to have two of everything and why nothing can truly prepare you for it. They get into the realities of paternity leave (and why it should be longer), the stuff no one tells you before becoming a parent, and the one thing every new mom or dad actually needs beyond all the gear and advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.