Podcast appearances and mentions of debra pascali bonaro

Are you preparing for birth… or just planning a wedding-level event? In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, Debra Pascali-Bonaro is joined by Nina Spears, founder of Baby Chick, to explore why so many families spend hundreds of hours planning weddings—but only a fraction of that preparing for birth and postpartum. Together, they dive into what actually creates a positive, empowered, and even pleasurable birth experience—and why preparation, support, and informed choices are everything. Nina shares insights from supporting over 800 families and attending 350+ births, along with her own deeply personal birth experiences, including how knowledge shaped her decisions and outcomes. This episode is a call to rethink how we prepare for one of life's most transformative experiences. In this episode, you'll hear: Why pregnancy is the true preparation for motherhood—not just baby How safety in the body influences oxytocin, endorphins, and birth outcomes The critical role of partners as advocates and support systems How to choose the right care team for you Why birth plans should be created together—not alone The importance of preparing for postpartum (not just birth) What it really means to have an "orgasmic birth" experience Key takeaway: When a woman feels safe, supported, respected, and prepared—her body can open. And that's where powerful, transformative birth experiences begin. Resources & Links: Nina Spears (The Baby Chick): https://baby-chick.com Pre-order The Baby Chick Guide to Positive Pregnancy Follow Nina on Instagram: @thebabychick --- Review and follow the show—we'd love to hear how this episode inspired you! Purchase the PleasureVibe Pleasure at your fingertips - for pregnancy, labor, birth and beyond - http://orgasmicbirth.com/fin-pleasurevibe Connect with Debra! Website: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com Instagram: / orgasmicbirth X: / orgasmicbirth YouTube / orgasmicbirth1 Tik Tok / orgasmicbirth LinkedIn: / debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471 

In this episode of The Orgasmic Birth Podcast, Debra Pascali-Bonaro speaks with Joni Edelmann, a birth guide, educator, and former labor and delivery nurse who brings together science, sacredness, and decades of birth experience. Together, they explore how safety, nervous system regulation, privacy, and trust can create the conditions for ecstatic birth in any setting, including the hospital. Joni shares the story of her own births, including how her fifth birth became the first she experienced as truly not painful, but deeply intense, joyful, and transformative. She also reflects on how pregnancy, birth, trauma awareness, and support from trusted care providers can shape not only birth outcomes, but a person's sense of power and possibility. This conversation offers practical insight into: What safety really means in birth. How trauma can affect the nervous system and labor. Ways to support parasympathetic regulation. Why privacy, quiet, and trust matter so much. How to process birth experiences that were difficult or disappointing. Why the birth you dream of may be more possible than you think.  Joni also reminds listeners that choosing the right support team matters, and that people deserve care aligned with their values, goals, and vision for birth. Joni Edelman is a birth guide, educator, and former labor and delivery nurse who holds science and sacred at the same altar. With three decades of experience supporting birth in hospitals and homes, she helps families reconnect with the innate intelligence of the body and approach birth as a powerful, transformative, and potentially ecstatic experience. https://www.13moonsbirthwork.com Instagram  - https://www.instagram.com/13moonsbirth -- Review and follow the show—we'd love to hear how this episode inspired you! Purchase the PleasureVibe Pleasure at your fingertips - for pregnancy, labor, birth and beyond - http://orgasmicbirth.com/fin-pleasurevibe Connect with Debra!Website: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com Instagram:   / orgasmicbirth X:   / orgasmicbirth   YouTube    / orgasmicbirth1   Tik Tok   / orgasmicbirth   LinkedIn:   / debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471   

In this episode, Debra Pascali-Bonaro speaks with Josefina Schiller, a mother, singer, doula, translator, and host of Café Comparto Birth Café, about how birth, motherhood, sexuality, loss, and healing are deeply connected. Josefina shares two powerful home birth stories, including a 96-hour labor supported by her community in southern Spain, and reflects on how birth helped her heal ancestral and childhood wounds. Josefina also discusses the role of postpartum as a transformative period, how writing poetry became a creative outlet during mothering, and why she believes oxytocin, pleasure, and sisterhood are central to healing. She closes by sharing her band Samambaia, her website josefinas.art, and a community art project called Track Your Woman's Bleed. Josefina Schiller is a mother, singer, doula, and devoted lover of birth stories. Josefina was born in Brazil and now lives in the south of Spain in a spontaneous community centered around natural birth. She trained as a doula at Da-a-Luz Oasis in 2017 and has deeply studied the work of Argentine writer and thinker Laura Gutman, whose teachings supported Josefina through the early years of mothering her daughters, Cora and Greta. She is the host of the podcast "Café com Parto" (Birth Café) — inspired by my dreams and vision — and currently works translating books, including her favorite work by Laura Gutman on the postpartum period. Connect with Josefina www.josefinas.arthttps://samambayamusic.bandcamp.com/    Review and follow the show—we'd love to hear how this episode inspired you! Purchase the PleasureVibe Pleasure at your fingertips - for pregnancy, labor, birth and beyond - http://orgasmicbirth.com/fin-pleasurevibe Connect with Debra!Website: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com Instagram:   / orgasmicbirth X:   / orgasmicbirth   YouTube    / orgasmicbirth1   Tik Tok   / orgasmicbirth   LinkedIn:   / debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471   

In this bold and deeply informative episode of the Orgasmic Birth Podcast, Debra Pascali-Bonaro sits down with pelvic floor expert Jana Danielson to challenge long-held myths about women's bodies, postpartum healing, and pleasure. From incontinence to pain during sex to diminished orgasm, many women are told these experiences are "normal" after birth. Jana offers a powerful reframe: they may be common — but they are not normal, and they are not something women have to live with. Together, they explore how pelvic floor health is foundational not only for birth and recovery, but for lifelong vitality, confidence, and pleasure. Jana shares her personal journey from chronic illness and disconnection to healing through breath and movement — a path that ultimately led her to develop the Cooch Ball and her unique approach to pelvic floor fitness. In this episode, you'll learn: Why "just do your Kegels" may be outdated — and even harmful The difference between a tight pelvic floor and a strong one How breath and posture directly impact pelvic floor function Why symptoms like leaking, pain, and low libido are signals — not life sentences The connection between pelvic floor health and orgasmic potential This conversation is a powerful invitation to reconnect with your body, reclaim your health, and redefine what's possible — at every stage of life. About Jana Danielson Jana is a pelvic floor and movement expert, founder of Bloom Better, and creator of the Cooch Ball — the world's first pelvic floor fitness tool for women. Her work blends science and embodiment to help women release tension, restore function, and rebuild trust in their bodies. Get your Cooch Ball! DIY (ball) - https://bloombetter.life/pages/cooch-ball-women?bg_ref=zJ5vvlnEAj DI-We (ball + course) - https://bloombetter.life/pages/intimacy-2026?bg_ref=zJ5vvlnEAj   Connect with Jana https://www.instagram.com/jana.danielson  https://www.tiktok.com/@jana.danielson  https://www.youtube.com/@Jana.Danielson  https://www.facebook.com/thecoochball  https://bloombetter.life/pages/cooch-ball  --- Review and follow the show—we'd love to hear how this episode inspired you! Purchase the PleasureVibe Pleasure at your fingertips - for pregnancy, labor, birth and beyond http://orgasmicbirth.com/fin-pleasurevibe Connect with Debra! Website: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com Instagram: / orgasmicbirth X: / orgasmicbirth YouTube / orgasmicbirth1 Tik Tok / orgasmicbirth LinkedIn: / debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471

In this heartfelt episode, Debra Pascali-Bonaro welcomes author, mother, and doula Maris Young, whose third birth unfolded in the most surprising and beautiful way — as an orgasmic birth. After a breech birth with her second baby, Maris entered her third pregnancy with a clear intention: to reframe the sensations of birth and discover how pleasurable they could be. Through mindset work, daily practice, and integrating resources from Orgasmic Birth, Maris learned to welcome contractions as manifestations of her body's divine power. Her story takes us from quiet, candlelit labor at home — singing through each wave — to the moment her daughter was born and Maris felt a release so deeply joyful, she describes it as living on "cloud nine" for weeks afterward. Join Debra and Maris as they explore how preparation, presence, and curiosity can turn birth into a profoundly embodied experience of strength, connection, and pleasure. In this episode, you'll hear: How Maris shifted her mindset to welcome contractions as power. Why creating a sensory-filled environment mattered for her labor. How the words "I have full life" became her anchor through birth. What it felt like to experience orgasmic release as her daughter emerged. The ways Maris now supports others through her Young Honest Mother community and book Getting Ready for Birth. Learn more:

Can birth be pleasurable, empowering, and even orgasmic? In this episode of Heart Snuggles, love mentor and podcast host Lexy Davis sits down with Debra Pascali-Bonaro, international childbirth educator, doula trainer, filmmaker, and creator of Orgasmic Birth, to explore what's truly possible in pregnancy and birth.Debra shares how ancient wisdom, modern science, and nervous-system regulation come together to support pleasurable birth experiences, whether at home, in a birth center, or in a hospital. They discuss how fear impacts labor, how oxytocin and pleasure reduce pain, and why autonomy, consent, and emotional safety are essential for a positive birth.This conversation covers:What orgasmic birth really means (beyond misconceptions)How pleasure practices support labor and reduce fearThe role of self-touch, partner touch, and intimacy during birthHome birth vs hospital birth: understanding your optionsEmotional blocks, trauma, and the nervous system in laborReal stories of joyful, ecstatic, and empowering birthsHow partners can support labor through love and presenceWhether you're pregnant, planning for the future, supporting a partner, or simply curious about conscious birth, this episode expands what you thought was possible and invites you to reimagine birth as a powerful, connected, and even blissful experience.Golden Nuggets From This Episode:✨ Birth is not meant to be endured— it's meant to be experienced in power, safety, and pleasure.✨ Orgasmic birth is not a performance goal. It's about autonomy, consent, presence, and feeling deeply supported.Orgasm may happen, but pleasure is the foundation.✨ Fear is contagious in the birth space.Everyone in the room—partners, caregivers, doulas—affects labor through their emotional and hormonal state.✨ The same hormones that create orgasm (oxytocin) also support labor and reduce pain.Pleasure is physiology, not fantasy.✨ Pain decreases when attention shifts from fear to pleasure.What the mind focuses on, the body responds to.✨ The clitori s plays a major role in childbirth.It surrounds the birth canal and is designed to provide comfort and pleasure during labor—yet is rarely discussed in childbirth education.✨ Self-touch, vibration, kissing, eye contact, and loving words are powerful birth tools.They support oxytocin flow and nervous system regulation.✨ You can have an orgasmic birth in any setting—home, birth center, hospital, or even cesarean—when choice, respect, and emotional safety are present.✨ Long labors are often emotional, not physical.Unspoken fears, past trauma, or major life transitions can slow labor more than the body itself.✨ Pleasure must be practiced before birth.You can't expect pleasure in labor if pleasure isn't part of daily life.✨ Birth ambiance matters.Lighting, music, scent, touch, movement, and privacy profoundly shape the birth experience.✨ Babies remember how they are welcomed.Singing, gentleness, and love during birth create a powerful first imprint of safety and belonging.Connect More with :IG: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth/Orgasmic Birth Movie & Website: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/Waterproof Vibrator can be found here: https://dameproducts.pxf.io/MAGaGJ More Lexy from Heart Snuggles:Soft Girl Season {Instant Access Course}Email: lexy@alivetoenjoy.comDating + Relationship Coaching - https://iamlexydavis.com/Instagram: Alivetoenjoy & Heart SnugglesTimestamps from episode:01:18 Deborah's Journey into Birth Work08:15 Understanding Orgasmic Birth14:00 Addressing Fear and Pain in Birth18:37 Home Birth vs. Hospital Birth22:42 Partner and Family Dynamics in Birth Choices27:04 Managing Long Labors at Home29:21 Navigating Physical and Emotional Needs During Birth30:08 Incorporating Self-Pleasure in Birth32:18 The Role of Oxytocin and Pleasure in Labor33:11 Personal Stories of Orgasmic Births47:05 The Importance of Birth Ambiance48:24 Resources for a Pleasurable Birth Experience

In this heartfelt episode, Debra Pascali‑Bonaro sits down with birth doula and retired professional women's football champion, Girl Scout, and chef, Tarah Alexis of Nurturing Embrace Doula Services. Tarah shares how a surprising C‑section birth, witnessing her niece and nephew arrive earthside, and a "divine appointment" with a pregnant stranger on a plane all led her to answer her calling as a doula.​ Together, Debra and Tarah explore how partners can move far beyond "just rubbing a back" to become active, loving participants in the birth journey. Tarah offers simple, powerful ways to weave the senses—what you see, hear, smell, taste, and touch—into your birth environment so that labor becomes more intimate, grounded, and even orgasmic. She reminds us that intimacy doesn't depend on grand gestures; it grows in the small daily moments of cuddling on the couch, offering a glass of water, and saying "thank you for being here."​ If you've ever wondered how to keep love and connection alive during pregnancy, birth, and those tender postpartum weeks, this episode offers gentle, doable practices you can begin today.​ Connect with Tarah AlexisWebsite: Nurturing Embrace Doula ServicesInstagram: @nurturingembracedoulaservices Facebook: @nurturingembracedoulas Purchase the PleasureVibePleasure at your fingertips - Finger Vibe for pregnancy, labor, birth and beyond http://orgasmicbirth.com/fin-pleasurevibe Pleasurable Birth Essentials Evidence-based childbirth education rooted in pleasure taught by Debra Pascali-Bonaro. https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/pleasurable-birth-essentials/ + bonus access to the film, Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret Connect with Debra!Website: www.orgasmicbirth.com Instagram: @orgasmicbirth X: @orgasmicbirth   Facebook: @obirth YouTube: @orgasmicbirth1  

Warning: this is an amazing episode. Full of conversation around pleasurable, joyful, ecstatic birth. It may cause you to feel empowered and excited around birth. There, we gave you a heads up! But seriously, we are so honored to have Debra Pascali-Bonaro join us on the show. She's another one of the powerhouses of the birthing community that we've been anxious to meet and chat with. She is the creator and director of the documentary, “Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret.” She's also the co-writer of “Orgasmic Birth: Your Guide to a Safe, Satisfying and Pleasurable Birth.” Oh and also a Lamaze International childbirth educator,  birth and postpartum doula trainer with DONA International. And the Founder & President of the revolutionary online childbirth class Pain to Power, which prepares expectant mothers, fathers, and partners to be positively prepared for birth and focuses on the intimate and sacred nature of birth. In our interview, we talk about her path to being obsessed with birth, learning from her own birth story. We also chat about the concept for the documentary and where it came from. We explore themes from the documentary and the impact it's had on the conversation of birth. Plus we talk about other cool projects that Debra has her hand in, and a surprise for any of those interested in checking out her online childbirth class “Pain to Power.” Thank you to Debra for her knowledge, passion and tireless effort to serve and inspire! Links From This Episode: Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret - https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/ Orgasmic Birth: Your Guide to a Safe, Satisfying and Pleasurable Birth - https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/products/books/ Pain To Power Childbirth Class - https://www.paintopowerchildbirth.com/ Happy Healthy Child - http://www.happyhealthychild.com/ Eat Pray Doula - https://www.eatpraydoula.com/ Sign up for 3 Free Videos on finding your power and pleasure in birth:  http://www.paintopoweroptin.respond.ontraport.net/optin Connect With Us Website: https://diahpodcast.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@diahpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doingitathome/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/diahpodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@doingitathome Merch: https://doingitathome.dashery.com/ Our Book: https://amzn.to/45Sxyr1 Support DIAH: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=KA3QQRRU58VPL Check Out Our Partners: Needed: https://needed.sjv.io/XY3903 - use code DIAH to get 20% off your first, one-time order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this powerful episode, Debra Pascali-Bonaro sits down with reproductive health coach and mom of three, Liya Teplitsky, to explore how mindset, nutrition, and intentional pleasure turned birth from excruciating pain into ecstatic orgasmic bliss. Liya shares her three home birth stories—from a long, painful first labor on a yoga mat to a painless second birth and finally an intentional orgasmic birth supported by a vibrator, midwife, and an unshakable belief that birth can be pleasurable.​   You'll hear how Liya:​ -Discovered the concept of home and orgasmic birth from a chance encounter in Las Vegas and the film "Orgasmic Birth."​ -Used visioning, hypnobirthing, and a "no Plan B" mindset to manifest a home birth while others in her class transferred to hospital.​ -Crafted a controversial but powerful nutrition approach focused on animal-based fats, protein, and bone broth to support pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.​ -Experienced a pain-free, midwife-free second birth at 37 weeks where her husband caught the baby before the midwife arrived.​ -Trained her body and mind for an intentional orgasmic third birth using a vibrator, spiritual work, and radical clarity about her desires.​ -Shifted her beliefs around age, physiology, and "biblical" ideas of suffering in childbirth, choosing instead to pursue pleasure as a birthright.​   This episode is for you if:​ -You're curious or skeptical about orgasmic birth and want to hear a detailed, grounded story.​ -You're preparing for birth and want to explore mindset, manifestation, and physiology as tools for a different experience.​ -You support birthing people and want a deeper understanding of how nutrition, beliefs, and sexual energy shape labor.​   Connect with Liya Teplitsky:​ Liya currently works one-on-one as a mentor and nutritional coach, supporting women with fertility challenges and those preparing for natural conception and birth. She offers guidance in multiple languages and shares more about her nutritional approach, pregnancy preparation, postpartum nourishment, and mom life,  Website - https://liyateplitsky.com Facebook -      / 61572499001960   Instagram -      / liyatep       Purchase the PleasureVibe Buy Now and Access BONUS Resources http://orgasmicbirth.com/fin-pleasure...   Review and follow the show—we'd love to hear how this episode inspired you!   Connect with Debra! Website: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com  Instagram:   / orgasmicbirth   X:   / orgasmicbirth    YouTube    / orgasmicbirth1    Tik Tok   / orgasmicbirth    LinkedIn:   / debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471    ----  

What if maternal health goals expanded beyond "alive and healthy"? In honor of Maternal Health Awareness Day, Debra Pascali-Bonaro invites us to imagine a world where pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care are not only safe but also deeply respectful, emotionally whole, and infused with comfort and pleasure. In this moving solo episode, Debra shares her personal connection to the origins of Maternal Health Awareness Day—beginning in her home state of New Jersey—and explores how far the movement has come, and how far we still must go. With maternal mortality rates rising across the U.S. and nearly 80% of pregnancy-related deaths proven preventable, Debra calls us to collective action: to hold ground, raise our voices, and reclaim maternal health as a human right. From advocacy and policy to embodied care and global collaboration, this episode invites you to consider: what does it mean to move from surviving to thriving with safety, love, and pleasure? In this episode, you'll learn: The origins of Maternal Health Awareness Day and its urgent mission. Why systemic inequities—not personal failures—drive maternal mortality rates. How safety, equity, and pleasure are biologically connected in birth. The protective power of respect, love, and support during birth and postpartum. Practical advocacy steps for expectant parents, birth workers, and allies. Mentioned in this episode: International MotherBaby Childbirth Organization  @internationalmotherbabychi3946   International Childbirth Initiative (ICI)  @internationalchildbirthini2273   FIGO (International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics)  ICM (International Confederation of Midwives)  @WorldMidwives   American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)   Eat Pray Doula Advanced Retreats www.eatpraydoula.com  Pleasurable Birth Essentials https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/pleasurable-birth-essentials Resources & Next Steps: Learn more and access free resources at https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/black-maternal-health-birth-equity-resources Share how you're holding ground on maternal health using #OrgasmicBirth and tag @orgasmicbirth on social media. Review and follow the show—we'd love to hear how this episode inspired you! Connect with Debra! Website: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com Instagram:   / orgasmicbirth  X:   / orgasmicbirth   YouTube    / orgasmicbirth1   Tik Tok   / orgasmicbirth   LinkedIn:   / debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471    ----

In this episode of the Orgasmic Birth Podcast, Debra Pascali-Bonaro sits down with Dr. Diane Mueller—board-certified sexologist, naturopathic doctor, acupuncturist, and host of The Libido Lounge—to explore how pleasure can become your most powerful mindfulness practice and a lifeline for intimacy after baby. Dr. Diane shares how slowing down, savoring sensation, and weaving pleasure into everyday moments can reset stress hormones, support mental health, and rebuild connection in long-term relationships. Together, Debra and Dr. Diane unpack why passion often fades over time (and especially postpartum), how "new relationship energy" and dopamine work, and why many women need arousal before desire—not the other way around. You'll learn what "libido codes" are, how mismatched turn-on styles can lead to feeling rejected, and how to use simple, doable practices—like five-minute sensual check-ins—to bring back warmth, curiosity, and sexual vitality, even when you're exhausted. If you're ready to move beyond obligation and "just getting through it" and instead cultivate presence, pleasure, and playful intimacy in this season of life, this conversation is for you. In this episode, you'll learn: Why pleasure is a powerful (and fun) form of mindfulness that helps reset stress, support hormones, and bring you back into your body. How new relationship energy, novelty, and dopamine shape long-term desire—and ways to reawaken that spark without sacrificing stability. What libido codes are, why partners often miss each other's turn-on cues, and how to begin decoding your own. Why many women experience arousal before desire and how this changes the way we approach sex after birth. Gentle, realistic practices for postpartum couples: sensual touch, micro-doses of pleasure, and scheduled "pleasure dates" that feel nourishing, not pressured. Connect with Dr. Diane Mueller Website & resources: mysexdoc.com / mylibidodoc.com Libido Code Quiz: libidocode.com Libido Root Cause Quiz: libidoquiz.com Free guide – 5 Easy Steps to Orgasms and Romance: hotterlife.com Podcast: The Libido Lounge Connect with Debra Website: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com Instagram:   / orgasmicbirth   X:   / orgasmicbirth   YouTube    / orgasmicbirth1   Tik Tok   / orgasmicbirth   LinkedIn:   / debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471    

In this transformative episode of Orgasmic Birth: The Podcast, Debra Pascali‑Bonaro is joined by bestselling author and pleasure mentor Genevieve for a fierce, tender, and wildly honest story of birthing a 10‑pound baby at home in New York City.​ Genevieve entered pregnancy expecting soft, sensual, "bliss‑in‑the‑birth‑pool" vibes—only to meet a very different expression of pleasure: the raw, fiery power of Kali. She shares how her labor moved from serenity and sensual touch into full‑bodied rage, speaking in tongues, drumming, dancing, and primal vocalization, and how claiming that intensity became its own form of deep pleasure and sovereignty.​ Genevieve also reflects on how daily pregnancy sex, intentional clitoral stimulation, midwifery support, and trusting her body may have contributed to birthing a 10‑pound baby without tearing, and how pausing, position changes, and unwavering choice shaped her experience. This is a story for anyone who needs permission to birth outside the box—loud, kinky, sacred, and utterly their own.​ In this episode you'll hear: How Genevieve's second birth awakened unexpected Kali energy—fierce, fiery, and wildly pleasurable in its intensity.​ Why pleasure in birth is not always soft and quiet, and how screaming, laughing, and rage can also be pathways to power.​ The role daily sex and embodied pleasure played in her pregnancy, relationship, and possibly in preventing perineal tearing.​ How music, movement, and "having a party" in labor helped her turn a corner and open more fully.​ The subtle, skillful midwifery that navigated a 10‑pound baby, meconium, and a stuck shoulder while preserving Genevieve's sense of safety and choice.​ Why resting late in pregnancy, honoring intuition, and choosing the right provider can make birth more joyful and empowered.​ About Genevieve: Genevieve is the bestselling author of Fck Yourself Open*, a memoir, and The Orgasmic Arc™: Mastering the Six Steps to Pleasure. She is the founder of The Orgasmic Arc™ Community and framework, and a former professional dominatrix. A Certified UPLVL™ Communication Coach, Certified Erotic Blueprint™ Master Trainer, and Certified Accelerated Evolution Coach under Satyen Raja, she bridges deep embodiment with precise transformational tools.​ Genevieve is also certified in Somatic‑Based Chakra Therapy by Anodea Judith, author of Eastern Body, Western Mind and Wheels of Life, and holds a magna cum laude undergraduate degree in psychology with a Master's in Education. When she's not turning people on to the fullness of their pleasure, she's having dance parties with her family in New York City, where she resides.​ Connect with Genevieve: https://www.instagram.com/genevievepleasure/  Connect with Debra: Website: www.orgasmicbirth.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth  Watch this episode https://www.youtube.com/@OrgasmicBirth Resources & Next Steps: Explore Debra's Pleasurable Birth Essentials online course to discover tools for comfort, connection, and reclaiming birth as powerful and pleasurable.​ https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/pleasurable-birth-essentials/  Purchase your own pleasure device for birth - our innovative finger vibe https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/fin-pleasurevibe/   

Get ready to challenge the dominant narrative around birth in this deeply inspiring conversation with Australian midwife, researcher, and rebel, Dr. Melanie Jackson — host of The Great Birth Rebellion podcast. Melanie joins Debra Pascali‑Bonaro for a heartfelt and provocative exploration of what happens when we choose to birth outside the system — and within our power. Together, they unpack why more families are stepping away from institutional birth, how true midwifery care transforms outcomes, and how bliss, laughter, and joy can ripple through even the most intense moments of labor. Melanie shares intimate stories from her own births — one long and slow, the other fast, powerful, and joyfully filled with laughter — and offers profound wisdom about matrescence, physiological birth, and how honoring women's autonomy creates safer, more pleasurable births for everyone. In this episode you'll hear: The bliss and laughter that surprised Melanie in her second home birth What matrescence means and why it matters in understanding the transformation to motherhood Why "birth outside the system" can be the safest, most aligned choice for some families The evidence behind continuity of midwifery care — and why it should be the universal standard How pleasure, joy, and oxytocin weave through both sex and birth The global movement of rebellious midwives creating change from within Episode Highlights 2:44 — Melanie shares her journey into midwifery and the concept of "Matrescence." 5:07 — Melanie describes her two very different birth experiences. 13:12 — Discussion of "The Great Birth Rebellion" and its origins as a podcast. 14:25 — The importance of evidence-based maternity care and the role of midwives. 17:03 — Exploring the connection between birth, pleasure, and sexuality. 18:15 — The power of oxytocin and the potential for joy and bonding in birth. 19:00 — Where to find Melanie online and her offerings for midwives and parents. About Melanie Jackson: Dr. Melanie Jackson is a private midwife, researcher, mentor, and host of The Great Birth Rebellion podcast. With a PhD in midwifery on "Birth Outside the System," she is reshaping how midwives and mothers understand evidence, power, and physiology in birth. Through The Assembly and Convergence of Rebellious Midwives, she mentors practitioners and uplifts the profession with passion and purpose. Connect with Melanie:Website: melaniethemidwife.com Instagram: @melaniethemidwife TikTok: @melaniethemidwife Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgYNzASpo0UbzyzRkNb-s-w Podcast: The Great Birth Rebellion Connect with Debra:Website: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth X: https://twitter.com/OrgasmicBirth YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/OrgasmicBirth1 Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@orgasmicbirth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471  ------- Pleasure isn't a luxury, It's your birthright Discover the secret to a Safe, Sensual & Empowering Birth Experience Pleasurable Birth Essentials is your toolkit for a birth that's as safe as it is sensual, as evidence-based as it is soulful. This is not your average childbirth class. This is a revolution—a journey designed for mamas who trust their bodies and their minds. Here, pleasure isn't an afterthought – it's foundational. Evidence isn't dry – it's empowering. Community isn't optional – it's essential. You deserve a birth that honors your strength, your sensuality, and your sovereignty. https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/pleasurable-birth-essentials/ 

Orgasmic birth doesn't mean you are going to orgasm at birth… but that certainly is a possibility when you realise how involved your clitoris and oxytocin (the orgasm hormone) are during labour and birth. In this episode Mel speaks with Deborah Pascali Bonaro about Orgasmic birth and how we are wired to feel joy, bliss and euphoria during birth. We talk about how women can tap into the possibility of joy and how to avoid things that will inhibit your ability to feel joy during birth. This episode is for anyone who wants to have a great birth. In this episode Mel mentions her 'guide to giving birth without pain medication', you can get the guide here Find out more about our guest Debra Pascali-Bonaro at https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/ and on instagram @orgasmicbirth This episode is sponsored by Poppy Child from Pop That Mumma. Discover how to manage pain during the transition of labour. Check out her FREE session. You can watch this episode on Youtube here. Get more from the Great Birth Rebellion Podcast Join the podcast mailing list to access the resource folder from each episode at www.melaniethemidwife.com Join the rebellion and show your support! Grab your Great Birth Rebellion merchandise now at www.thegreatbirthrebellion.com Follow us on social media @thegreatbirthrebellion and @melaniethemidwife If this podcast has improved your knowledge or pregnancy, birth or postpartum journey please consider thanking us financially by leaving a tip to support the ongoing work of this podcast. Disclaimer The information and resources provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute or replace medical or midwifery advice. Instead, all information provided is intended for education, with it's application intended for discussion between yourself and your care provider and/or workplace if you are a health professional. The Great Birth Rebellion podcast reserves the right to supplement, edit, change, delete any information at any time. Whilst we have tried to maintain accuracy and completeness of information, we do not warrant or guarantee the accuracy or currency of the information. The podcast accepts no liability for any loss, damage or unfavourable outcomes howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content. This podcast is not a replacement for midwifery or medical clinical care. The transcript below was generated with ai and may contain errors.

Today on The Natural Birth Podcast we have Debra Pascali-Bonaro, the globally renowned speaker, filmmaker, author, doula trainer and host of the Orgasmic Birth podcast, where she opens door to exploring love, intimacy, and pleasure in the transformative journeys of birth and parenting.Debra is a mother, grandmother, and a sought-after expert featured in parenting publications and media worldwide. She serves as Co-Chair of the International Childbirth Initiative and Chair of the International MotherBaby Childbirth Initiative, advocating for safe, respectful and equitable  maternity care.A Lamaze International childbirth educator and DONA International birth and postpartum doula trainer, Debra directed the award-winning documentary Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret and co-authored the book Orgasmic Birth: Your Guide to a Safe, Satisfying and Pleasurable Birth. She teaches online classes for parents and advanced workshops for doulas and midwives and also leads the transformative Eat Pray Doula Retreats in Bali each year with Midwife Robin Lim, inspiring doulas, midwives and birth professionals worldwide to support and embrace the power of birth.And today ladies and the 5% of gents listening to this poddy here is “The Orgasmic Birth Lady's” Birth Stories.Curious about Debra? Find her on instagram as @orgasmicbirthWant to work with Anna or join The Sacred Birth Worker Mentorship?Find Anna's Website, about her Mentorship & How to Work with Her, as well as all Links & Resources she mentions in the episode here:⁠ www.sacredbirthinternational.com/links-podcast

Ep 150 Description:  “Pleasure is not a luxury. It is not a distraction. It is a human right. And reclaiming it—in childbirth, in healthcare, in life—is a path toward healing,  well-being, and activism.” —Debra Pascali Bonaro   Our bodies are intricate landscapes of sensation, where hormones dance, nerves communicate, and physiological responses intertwine in ways we're only beginning to understand. And these same pathways that create sexual pleasure are remarkably active during childbirth, challenging centuries of medical narratives that have reduced this transformative moment to a clinical, painful procedure.  This week, Debra discusses her landmark article, Orgasmic Birth: The Anatomy of Pleasure in Childbirth, published in Frontiers in Global Women's Health Journal, delving into the science of orgasmic birth, systemic obstetric violence, reproductive justice, hormonal landscapes of pleasure, the anatomy of childbirth, cultural narratives of pain, bodily autonomy, and the transformative potential of reclaiming women's birthing experiences. Don't miss this groundbreaking episode!  

Ep 149 Description:  “Your birth is yours to shape— not in every detail as the baby has some too— but in energy, intention, and experience. You deserve to be heard. You deserve to be honored. You deserve a birth that reflects YOU, your power, your pleasure, and your love.” —Debra Pascali-Bonaro  Birth isn't just a medical event—it's a deeply personal journey where you hold more power than you realize. What if your birth experience could be transformed from a clinical procedure to a profound, empowering moment of connection? Imagine stepping into your birth with confidence, clarity, and the ability to shape an experience that honors your deepest desires. Tune in as Debra breaks down the essential roadmap for creating personalized birth preferences, revealing how to communicate effectively with your healthcare team, understand your provider's practices, explore holistic approaches beyond medical interventions, and ultimately reclaim your birth as a sacred, intentional experience that reflects your unique vision of bringing new life into the world.   Connect with Debra! Website: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth X: https://twitter.com/OrgasmicBirth  YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/OrgasmicBirth1  Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@orgasmicbirth  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471  Episode Highlights: 00:50 Reflecting On Your Birth Desires 05:50 Know Your Provider's Practice Paradigm 11:43 Beyond Interventions — Creating Holistic Birth Preferences 15:57 Communication is Your Superpower 16:48 Your Birth is Yours to Shape     Resources: 

Ep 142 Description:  “Healing begins as you start honoring every aspect of your birth story and celebrate your wins. No one fails in birth. Sometimes, you have to dig deeper into that well of strength than you ever would have imagined prior. This is something to take pride in.” —Debra Pascali-Bonaro   The notion that hospitals inherently rob birthing individuals of their autonomy and joy is a limiting belief that deserves to be challenged. The reality is that, with the right mindset and preparation, a hospital birth can also be a deeply empowering and transformative experience. Explore the powerful intersection between pleasure and hospital birth as Debra shares tips on preparing for the big day, setting the mood for your birth room, advocating for your needs, coping with labor sensations, and welcoming your baby with grace and power.    Connect with Debra! Website: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth X: https://twitter.com/OrgasmicBirth  YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/OrgasmicBirth1  Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@orgasmicbirth  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471  Episode Highlights: 01:53Tip #1- Preparing for the Big Day! 12:21 Tip #2- Setting the Mood for Your Birth Room 14:56 Tip #3- Advocating for Your Needs 17:58 Tip #4- Coping with Labor Sensations 22:01 Tip #5- Welcoming Your Baby   Resources: 

Ep 135 Description:  “Every birth is unique, so pleasure might look different for you than it does for someone else. The goal isn't to force a specific experience but to open yourself to the possibilities you.” —Debra Pascali-Bonaro   Birth and sex— two deeply intertwined experiences that hold the power to transform lives. Embracing their connection unlocks a world of possibilities, from joyful labors to empowered deliveries. Yet, the taboos surrounding this bond often leave us disconnected from our innate abilities to birth with pleasure. Hence, this episode aims to unpack the profound links between birth and sex, exploring the role of hormones, the significance of sexual organs, and the transformative potential of incorporating pleasure into the birthing journey.  Tune in as Debra invites us to rewrite the narrative of childbirth!  Connect with Debra! Website: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth X: https://twitter.com/OrgasmicBirth  YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/OrgasmicBirth1  Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@orgasmicbirth  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471  Episode Highlights: 02:28 The Role of Hormones in Birth and Sex 06:31 The Role of Sexual Organs in Birth  09:43 Bringing Pleasure into Birth 14:54 Understanding Orgasmic Birth 17:38 Advocating for a Positive Birth Experience 19:37 Rewrite the Narrative of Birth!   Are you an expectant parent or doula or birth provider? We have a special FREE gift for you! Visit OrgasmicBirth.com/More to learn more!”   Introducing The Movie That's Changing How We   About Debra: Debra Pascali-Bonaro is a world-renowned inspirational speaker, filmmaker, doula trainer, childbirth educator, and author. Debra's latest book, an Amazon #1 New Release, The Ultimate Guide to Sex After Baby: Secrets to Love and Intimacy brings together her passion for pleasure in every aspect of life with her Jersey-Girl attitude of talking about what no one is talking about! Debra is a mother, grandmother, and featured expert in parenting journals and media around the world. Debra Pascali-Bonaro is also Co-Chair of the International Childbirth Initiative and Chair of the International MotherBaby Childbirth Initiative both of which promote safe, respectful childbirth maternity care. She is a Lamaze International childbirth educator, birth and postpartum doula trainer with DONA International, Director of the award-winning documentary Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret, co-writer of “Orgasmic Birth: Your Guide to a Safe, Satisfying and Pleasurable Birth” and the Founder & President of the revolutionary online childbirth class Pain to Power, which prepares expectant mothers, fathers, and partners to be positively prepared for birth and focuses on the intimate and sacred nature of birth. Debra's passion comes from her over 30 years of working with women, men, midwives, doulas, physicians, and nurses in over 40 countries bringing comfort, love, and pleasure to birth and life! Debra Pascali Bonaro has been featured on ABC's 20/20, Good Morning Russia, The NBC Today Show, Discovery Health, in The New York Times, The LA Times, and The UK Times as well as numerous Parenting and Health Magazines around the world.    

Head's Up! We talk about Orgasms, Pleasure, Sex and more in this episode! It may be one you want to listen to with out little ears around! I am absolutely thrilled to welcome a special guest, Debra Pascali-Bonaro, an internationally recognized childbirth educator, doula, filmmaker, and the author of Orgasmic Birth. Debra is on a mission to transform the way we view birth—from something to be feared to something to be celebrated. She believes that birth can be powerful, intimate, and even pleasurable. Yes, you heard that right: birth can be pleasurable. In this episode, we'll explore what it means to have an "orgasmic birth," how to create an environment that supports a positive and empowering birth experience, and how to reframe the fear-based narratives so many of us have been taught about birth. Debra also shares practical tips for preparing your mind and body for labor, ways to strengthen the bond with your birth partner, and how to trust yourself and the process of birth.   Connect with Debra: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth/ https://www.facebook.com/obirth https://www.youtube.com/c/OrgasmicBirth1 FREE Guide to you Big OBirth- https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/the-big-o/   Connect with Aly: IG- @peacefulhomebirth Free 30 minute Birth Strategy Call with Aly- bit.ly/birthstrategy FB Group- www.facebook.com/groups/peacefulhomebirth Click to apply to be on the show!   Discount Codes: Get 15% off Araza Beauty Products with code "empoweredbirth"   10% off Homebirth Hub Preparation Course- PHP10        

In this empowering episode of The Nurture Hub Pregnancy & Birth Podcast, I sit down with the incredible Debra Pascali-Bonaro, a world-renowned childbirth educator, doula trainer, filmmaker, and author, to dive deep into the transformative power of birth. We explore how to reframe the narrative of childbirth from one of fear and pain to one of pleasure and empowerment. Debra shares her groundbreaking insights on orgasmic birth, the sacred and intimate nature of labor, and how embracing the mind-body connection can help parents transform their birth experience into one filled with joy, connection, and power. Debra also opens up about her inspiring journey as the Director of the award-winning documentary Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret and Co-Chair of the International Childbirth Initiative. Her passion for bringing comfort, love, and respect to birth shines through every moment of this conversation. If you're ready to embrace a new perspective on birth and discover how to turn pain into power, this episode is a must-listen! Connect with Debra Pascali-Bonaro: Website: www.debrapascalibonaro.com Instagram: @orgasmicbirth Tune in now to Episode 111 and be inspired to embrace birth in a whole new way! Don't forget to purchase the Journey to Birth Online course before the 1st of January to save as there will be a price rise from the original launch price of $197 + gst. Click below to sign up now and save https://www.belly2birth.com.au/hypnobirthing-online-course

Send us a textLet us explore the profound realms of birth and death with Debra Pascali Bonaro. In this episode, of our new series, 'Life and Death,' delving into the significant moments that define our existence. Debra recounts her journey, inspired by her great-grandmother's home birth stories, to becoming a renowned childbirth educator and founder of Orgasmic Birth. Listeners will gain invaluable insights into the power of storytelling, the necessity of addressing birth trauma, and the integral role of pleasure in the birthing process. Debra's wisdom provides a transformative perspective on approaching both birth and death with greater openness, joy, and support.Key Takeaways:The power of birth stories: Learn how sharing birth experiences can shape future generations and create a more positive narrative around childbirth.Confronting fear and embracing pleasure: Discover how to navigate fear and anxiety surrounding birth while harnessing the power of pleasure for a more positive birthing experience.Healing from birth trauma: Understand the impact of postpartum depression and birth trauma, and gain insights into healing and preparing for future births.The connection between life and death: Explore the profound relationship between the beginning and end of life, and how embracing both can enrich our overall experience.Why Listen?If you're interested in understanding the transformative power of birth, seeking support for your own journey, or simply curious about the human experience, this episode is for you. Debra's wisdom and passion are contagious, and her insights will leave you feeling empowered and inspired.Connect with Debra: Website: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/OrgasmicBirth1Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/orgasmic-birth/id1622649772Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/obirthTwitter: https://x.com/orgasmicbirthHere is the new podcast AP Intro Just says "buy the book on Amazon!"Support the showConnect with me in the following ways:catcaldwellmyers@gmail.comwww.catcaldwellmyers.com@catcaldwellmyers@adventureparadoxThe Adventure Paradox Podcast Page (Fb)

Dr. Rebecca Dekker's joined by Debra Pascali-Bonaro, host of the Orgasmic Birth podcast, to explore the connections between love, intimacy, and childbirth. A world-renowned speaker and doula trainer, and the creative force behind the documentary "Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret," Debra shares her origins into the world of childbirth education and her groundbreaking work. Debra and Dr. Dekker delve into how intimacy can enhance the birthing experience by promoting relaxation, reducing fear, and allowing for a more joyous and fulfilling labor. Learn how the power of pleasure and joy can transform the birth experience, and hear compelling stories that challenge conventional perceptions of labor and delivery. Resources:  Learn about Debra's 5 Essential Tools to Enhance Pleasure Centered Birth here. Follow Debra on Instagram! For more information about Evidence Based Birth and a crash course on evidence based care, visit www.ebbirth.com. Follow us on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok! 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.

Excited/intimidated/thrilled by the idea of an orgasmic birth? Me too. I spoke with orgasmic birth doula Debra Pascali-Bonaro about the dire need to put joy, love, and ecstasy back into the birth experience. Debra's journey centers around transgressing the medical system's authority on what birth should look like and instead encouraging women to let their own bodies and babies be the guide. The system isn't all bad, but it leads from pain and fear instead of uplifting the birth experience. This is deeply evident from how birth is managed in hospital rooms to the birthing language itself. Debra widens my understanding of an orgasmic birth to include not just a potential birthgasm, which can really help the baby come out, but also the experience of your baby being between worlds, first feeling your baby against your skin and looking in their eyes, and the many pleasurable moments in between. After all, birth is on the same continuum as sexuality. Pleasure keeps the hormones flowing. Debra emphasizes that we need to take the time for pleasure practices every day because we birth the way we live. Topics Covered:Putting joy, love, and ecstasy back into birthOrgasmic birth, the birthgasm, and all of the pleasureThe pleasure and pain of my own birth experienceSex and birth continuum Pregnancy is a time for healing and sexualityPleasure practicesShifting illness-based birth language to a more pleasureful oneResources Mentioned:DONA International: Doula training and doula certificationsOrgasmic Birth MovieGuest Info: Debra Pascali-Bonaro | websiteOrgasmic Birth | InstagramOrgasmic Birth | podcastFollow Me:Instagram: @afinehuman Shop Dame: dame.comThis podcast was produced by The Wave Podcasting

On this episode of the Mindful Womb Podcast, we are joined by Debra Pascali-Bonaro, a world-renowned inspirational speaker, host of the Orgasmic Birth podcast, filmmaker, doula trainer, childbirth educator, and author.  Debra shares the secrets to experiencing more love and intimacy in birth and parenting. In this episode, we dive into the following:What is orgasmic birth?How to prepare for an orgasmic birthHow to reduce pain in labor and experience more pleasure How to promote oxytocin for a more blissful birth experienceStepping into your power in birth and postpartumHow partners can help contribute to supporting an orgasmic birthDon't forget to check out the blog postYou can find more about Debra's work at: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/ And follow her on Instagram at @orgasmicbirthResources mentioned:>>  FREE Clear Your Birth Fears Guide>>  FREE WORKSHOP: 3 Essentials for Having an Empowering Birth>>  A Path to A Powerful Birth Class************************Get 20% off your first monthly subscription with NEEDED Vitamins 

Ep 100 Description:  “Birth and sex are transformative, intimate, and deserving of safe private spaces that honor the essence of the experience.” —Debra Pascali-Bonaro   We welcome you to EPISODE 100!!    Our podcast has hit its pleasure peak as it reached its century mark all thanks to you, our dear listeners.    And what better way to celebrate this milestone than to reclaim birth as a natural and pleasurable experience with a heartwarming and insightful message from your host, Debra herself!  Societal conventions have long inhibited an open discussion of birth's inherent sexuality. However, when a woman's experience of her changing and birthing body is shrouded in silence rather than embraced as natural, she is deprived of cultivating an environment to honor birth's intimacy.   In this episode, Debra talks about transforming childbirth from a medicalized procedure to a natural, pleasurable experience by embracing its inherent connections to sexuality. Listen in as she discusses how physiological and psychological factors can either enhance pleasure and flow or diminish these experiences during both labor, delivery, and intimacy. Debra also shares mind-body techniques that can help women get "out of their head" and fully into their body, the role of embodiment practices, how to cultivate a safe space to honor birth's intimate nature, and challenging the societal norms that have stripped away acknowledgment of birth's sexual elements. The overall message emphasizes If you are a doula, nurse, midwife, or birth worker who would like to expand your practice with pleasure and Orgasmic Birth - Learn more at https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/orgasmic-birth-practitioner-training/    Debra also has a class on positively preparing for a cesarean or a VBAC vaginal birth after cesarean https://orgasmicbirth.thinkific.com/courses/cesarean-vbac  Connect with Debra! Website: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth X: https://twitter.com/OrgasmicBirth  YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/OrgasmicBirth1  Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@orgasmicbirth  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471  Episode Highlights: 00:50 Guess What? 06:27 Factors That Impact Pregnancy, Labor, and Delivery 14:06 The Importance of Creating a Safe Space for Birth 19:48 Birth is Intimate and Sexy  

If you want to minimize sensations of pain and even move them into pleasure, this episode is for you! Debra Pascali-Bonaro and Adriana explore how you can bring more pleasure and joy into your birth, and why doing so can help you not only have a better experience, but also help support your birth physiology for a more flowing birth. Debra shares with Adriana a wide range of actionable suggestions on how to prepare during pregnancy, what to set in place and advocate for during birth, and ways to continue to show up–from a place of pleasure and joy–even if you need interventions or have a belly birth.Sponsor offers - TIME SENSITIVE! NEEDED - Get 20% off at ThisIsNeeded.com with code BIRTHFULHONEYLOVE - Get 20% off at HoneyLove.com/Birthful JENNI KAYNE - Get 15% off at JenniKayne.com/Birthful with code BIRTHFUL15ONESKIN - Get 15% off at https://www.OneSkin.co/ with code BIRTHFULFAMILYALBUM APP - Download the app for free, wherever you get your apps! MY LIFE IN A BOOK - Get 10% off at MyLifeInABook.com with code BIRTHFULAQUATRU - Get 20% off at AquaTru.com with code BIRTHFULGet the most out of this episode by checking out the resources, transcript, and links listed on its show notes page.  If you liked this episode, listen to our related interview on Pleasure & Joy During Birth and our episode on Connecting With Your Baby in Utero through Song. You can connect with Debra on Instagram @debrapascalibonaro. You can connect with Birthful @BirthfulPodcast and email us at podcast@Birthful.com. If you enjoy what you hear, download Birthful's Postpartum Plan FREE when you sign up for our weekly newsletter! You can also sign up for Adriana's Own Your Birth online BIRTH preparation classes and her Thrive with Your Newborn online POSTPARTUM preparation course at BirthfulCourses.com.Our Sponsors:* Check out mylifeinabook.com and use code BIRTHFUL at checkout for 10% off. Create an unforgettable gift for your mom this Mother's Day.* Visit HomeThreads.com/BIRTHFUL today and get a 15% off code for your first order!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/birthful/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

This week, I've got a special treat for you guys! We are traveling back in time and re-airing the most popular episode in the history of this podcast.  I'm so excited to put this out again for you guys because I'm talking to Gail Tulley (full bio below) and she is such a wealth of knowledge! She is the founder of Spinning Babies, which talks about the physiology of your baby in the womb and the importance of creating as much space in the pelvis as possible.  In this episode, we talked about ample fetal positioning and why it's so important to consider which way the baby is facing and how flexed the head is. Gail makes all this really, really easy to understand. We also talked about exercises and movements, posterior babies, what to do when your baby is breech and so much more! Enjoy part one of this super informative episode on how to have an easier birth.   Want to birth without an epidural? Get our FREE Natural Birth Prep Pack to gain the confidence you need - because simply wanting it might not be enough!   Have an even better birth! CLICK HERE to learn more about our online birth classes that will help you feel prepared and in control - no matter how you deliver. And be sure to follow @mommy.labornurse on Instagram to join our community of over half a million for education, tips, and solidarity on all things pregnancy, birth, and postpartum!   Related Episodes and Resources Spinning Babies techniques and resources  Optimal Fetal Positioning book by Jean Sutton and Pauline Scott  Ina May Gaskin's book about orgasmic birth Debra Pascali-Bonaro's work on orgasmic birth   About Gail Tully Gail Tully is a Midwife, renowned author and educator and creator of the Spinning Babies® approach that has contributed to a paradigm shift in childbirth care around the world. In her home town of Minneapolis, USA, Gail has been coordinator and consultant to multiple well known Doula Programs and is a founding mother of the Childbirth Collective, one of the largest doula organizations in the USA.  Books by Gail Tully Breech Birth Quick Guide Spinning Babies® Quick Reference Belly Mapping® Workbook Videos by Gail Tully  Spinning Babies® Parent Class Daily Essentials (with Sarah Longacre of Blooma) Resolving Shoulder Dystocia  

Ep 96 Description:  “Preparing ahead is important as birth trauma often happens when the unexpected happens, and your voice and choice are not heard or honored.” —Debra Pascali-Bonaro While many expectant parents envision an ideal birth experience, it's important to prepare for the possibility that things may not unfold as planned. Complications can arise that require medical intervention for the health and safety of the mother and baby. A caring provider will discuss all options to find the best solution. Having discussed preferences for interventions like cesarean birth ahead of time allows expectant parents' voices to still be heard and choices respected, even when flexibility is needed. An open and understanding perspective and support system can help ensure that however birth transpires, it is still a meaningful experience bringing new life into the world. Discover proven strategies to give your cesarean birth experience the love, care, and meaning you envision for welcoming your new baby into the world as your host, Debra, talks about how to positively prepare your mindset for the experience, discuss your preferences with your healthcare providers, and enhance the sensory aspects to allow delaying interventions. Plus learn how reflecting on your birth can help with processing and healing.   If you are a doula, nurse, midwife, or birth worker who would like to expand your practice with pleasure and Orgasmic Birth - Learn more at https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/orgasmic-birth-practitioner-training/    Debra also has a class on positively preparing for a cesarean or a VBAC vaginal birth after cesarean https://orgasmicbirth.thinkific.com/courses/cesarean-vbac  Connect with Debra! Website: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth Twitter: https://twitter.com/OrgasmicBirth  YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/OrgasmicBirth1  Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@orgasmicbirth  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471  Episode Highlights: 03:56 Enhancing Childbirth Experience Through Sensory Details 08:02 Cesarean Birth Choices and Support 14:06 Birth and Postpartum Care for a Safe and Supported Experience  17:59 Planning a Gentle Cesarean Birth  

How can understanding and using your 'BRAINS' transform your childbirth experience into a positive and empowering journey?   In this insightful episode of the Orgasmic Birth podcast, host Debra Pascali-Bonaro enlightens listeners on the power of making informed decisions during childbirth. She introduces the 'BRAINS' acronym as a tool for expectant mothers and their support teams to navigate the myriad of choices and challenges that arise during birth. From exploring the benefits and risks of various birth interventions to trusting one's intuition and setting boundaries, Debra guides listeners through each letter of 'BRAINS', offering a comprehensive approach to achieving a pleasurable and positive birth experience.   In This Episode:   Learn the 'BRAINS' acronym as a decision-making tool. The importance of feeling seen and heard during childbirth. Empowering women to create orgasmic birth stories. The role of science in informing childbirth decisions. Stories illustrating the importance of respecting personal boundaries in childbirth. How to communicate needs and preferences effectively. Balancing medical advice with personal comfort and safety.   Key Takeaways:   Understanding the positive outcomes of each birthing option and intervention is crucial. It is vital to be aware of the potential risks associated with various birthing choices. Exploring a range of options in the birthing process, from natural methods to medical interventions, allows for a more personalized birth experience. Trusting the body that grows the baby can lead to powerful, intuitive decisions during childbirth. Honoring personal needs and boundaries, and understanding when to say no, or not now, is a key aspect of maintaining control over the birth experience. Ensuring safety and keeping the hormones of love and pleasure flowing are critical for a positive birth experience.     Key Quote:   "Birth is powerful and it may sound simple to ensure that you are respected, supported, and a part of decision-making. But it's not that easy." - Debra Pascali-Bonaro     Connect with Debra!   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/OrgasmicBirth YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/OrgasmicBirth1 Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@orgasmicbirth Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471/     Visit https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/ for more information on how to Positively Prepare for birth and parenting     Check out Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret, the film creating buzz around the world!    Orgasmic Birth Podcast: Pleasure in pregnancy, birth, and parenting. I believe pleasure is our birthright - from our sexuality, birth, parenting, and beyond, we can find pleasure when we create space for joy and intimacy in our lives. Join me to have deep conversations about breaking the taboos of Sexuality + Motherhood/Parenthood.   Listen to leading experts in sexuality, healing, and childbirth, as well as stories from new parents, doulas, doctors, midwives, and nurses. We will discuss how to positively prepare for childbirth and parenting by expanding love and intimacy in your life.

In this transformative episode of the Orgasmic Birth Podcast, host Debra Pascali-Bonaro explores the complex journey from childbirth trauma to empowering and pleasurable birth experiences with guest Moran Liviani. As a seasoned birth doula, Lamaze educator, hypnobirthing practitioner, and placenta encapsulation specialist, Moran offers valuable insights and personal reflections on overcoming past traumas, facing unconscious beliefs, and fostering a supportive environment for birth.     In This Episode:   Learn how Moran uncovered the patterns affecting women's births and why it's crucial to heal unresolved issues and traumas during pregnancy. Understand the importance of working with both the mother and her partner to dismantle fears and unhealthy beliefs, fostering a safe birthing environment. Moran shares the profound differences in her labor with her third child, painting a picture of growth and change. Discover how to follow Moran's work, engage with her content on social media, and benefit from her online private sessions. Debra highlights the enriching doula workshops available on orgasmicbirth.com, inviting you to learn and share your stories.   Key Takeaways:   Moran Liviani's personal journey from birth trauma to empowering birth experiences underlines the significance of addressing past traumas and unconscious beliefs to ensure a safe and positive childbirth. The crucial role of support systems in transforming birth experiences is highlighted, demonstrating that having a doula or a community of like-minded individuals can empower and normalize the birthing process for expectant mothers. Moran's transformation from a traumatic first birth to her subsequent empowered experiences emphasizes the importance of trusting one's instincts and valuing intuition when making birth-related decisions. The discussion between Moran and Debra sheds light on the psychological components of childbirth, showcasing that mental preparation and working through personal triggers can profoundly influence the labor experience. The episode encapsulates the ideology that every birth comes with a lesson and that empowerment and pleasure in childbirth can lead to profound personal growth and increased confidence for the mother.       Key Quotes:   "Embracing your vulnerability can lead to the most orgasmic, powerful birthing experience." - Moran Liviani   "The moment you realize you're the protagonist of your birth story, everything changes." - Moran Liviani   "Parenting began the moment I chose to approach birth as a celebration of strength, not a trial of endurance." – Moran Liviani     Connect with Moran!   Website: www.2life.com.au Instagram: @2lifedoula Facebook: 2Life Doula       Connect with Debra!   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/OrgasmicBirth YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/OrgasmicBirth1 Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@orgasmicbirth Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471/     Visit https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/ for more information on how to Positively Prepare for birth and parenting     Check out Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret, the film creating buzz around the world!    Orgasmic Birth Podcast: Pleasure in pregnancy, birth, and parenting. I believe pleasure is our birthright - from our sexuality, birth, parenting, and beyond, we can find pleasure when we create space for joy and intimacy in our lives. Join me to have deep conversations about breaking the taboos of Sexuality + Motherhood/Parenthood.   Listen to leading experts in sexuality, healing, and childbirth, as well as stories from new parents, doulas, doctors, midwives, and nurses. We will discuss how to positively prepare for childbirth and parenting by expanding love and intimacy in your life.  

In this episode of the Orgasmic Birth Podcast, acclaimed host Debra Pascali-Bonaro delves into the unspoken barriers surrounding pleasure and orgasmic birth. With deep insights on societal stigmas, the impact of cultural and religious beliefs, and the fear of misunderstanding, Debra presents a revolutionary approach to birthing—one that encompasses love, pleasure, and emotional well-being. Discover how embracing the concept of pleasure can lead to a transformative birthing experience, reduce fear and anxiety, enhance the mind-body connection, and foster a compassionate birthing environment. With firsthand accounts and expert perspectives, this episode challenges societal norms, uplifts the power of positive birthing experiences, and dares listeners to join the orgasmic birth evolution.   Don't miss this opportunity to journey toward a more inclusive, informed, and pleasurable approach to childbirth. Join Debra Pascali-Bonaro in this compelling narrative and unlock the secrets to a positive and orgasmic birth experience.     In This Episode:   - Emphasizing that pregnancy and childbirth are deeply transformative processes filled with emotions and sensations. - Discussing the importance of emotional well-being and feeling safe, respected, and empowered during birth. - Encouraging listeners to define orgasmic birth for themselves. - Explaining the concept of orgasmic birth as a birth in one's power, filled with moments of pleasure, love, intimacy, and the potential for a birthgasm. - Exploring societal stigmas and taboos around female pleasure and the difficulty in acknowledging orgasmic birth. - Highlighting the impact of medicalization, fear of misunderstanding, lack of education, and cultural and religious beliefs on discussions about pleasure and orgasmic birth. - Addressing the potential benefits of embracing orgasmic birth, including reducing fear and anxiety, enhancing the mind-body connection, and challenging societal norms and stigmas. - Discussing the role of pleasure and intimacy in preparing for a positive and transformative birthing experience. - Calling for a more inclusive and informed approach to childbirth, where pleasure, love, fear, challenges, and emotional well-being are openly discussed. - Encouraging listeners to join the revolution and be a part of the orgasmic birth evolution.     Key Takeaways:   Orgasmic birth is about feeling powerful, safe, respected, and includes moments of pleasure, love, and intimacy, with the possibility of experiencing a "birthgasm." Societal stigma, fear of misunderstanding, lack of education, and cultural & religious beliefs contribute to reluctance in embracing the concept of orgasmic birth. Embracing orgasmic birth can reduce fear and anxiety, enhance the mind-body connection, empower parents, challenge societal norms, and bring healing to past traumas. There's a need for a more inclusive and informed approach to childbirth, balancing medical interventions with a respectful and caring approach. It's important to prepare for orgasmic birth by developing a pleasure practice, enhancing communication, and expanding knowledge of sexuality, leading to an enhanced sexual life for new parents. Sharing valuable resources like the podcast with friends and care teams can open up discussions about preparing for birth.       Key Quotes:   "Orgasmic birth is possible. It's time to really add your voice and be a part of the orgasmic birth evolution." - Debra Pascali Bonaro   "People that prepare for an orgasmic birth feel more positive about their birth, about their bodies, and go into parenthood with this power." - Debra Pascali Bonaro       Connect with Debra!   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/OrgasmicBirth YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/OrgasmicBirth1 Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@orgasmicbirth Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471/   Visit https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/ for more information on how to Positively Prepare for birth and parenting   Check out Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret, the film creating buzz around the world!    Orgasmic Birth Podcast: Pleasure in pregnancy, birth, and parenting. I believe pleasure is our birthright - from our sexuality, birth, parenting, and beyond, we can find pleasure when we create space for joy and intimacy in our lives. Join me to have deep conversations about breaking the taboos of Sexuality + Motherhood/Parenthood.   Listen to leading experts in sexuality, healing, and childbirth, as well as stories from new parents, doulas, doctors, midwives, and nurses. We will discuss how to positively prepare for childbirth and parenting by expanding love and intimacy in your life.

In what ways does providing unwavering, compassionate support can reshape the experiences of childbirth and parenting?   In this moving conversation, host Debra Pascali Bonaro explores the concept of community support during pregnancy and birth by interviewing Lori Cosgrove. Lori shares her poignant journey from trauma and healing to empowering the next generation.    Lori Cosgrove worked in event production and studied to become a birth doula along with her daughter Veda. She later attended the birth of her daughter, Hannah, drawing on her doula training to provide support during labor and delivery. Her story speaks to the ripple effects birth experiences can have—both painful and profound—across generations of families. In This Episode: The special experience of a mother/daughter duo taking a doula training workshop together How Lori used her doula skills to support her daughter Hannah during childbirth Hannah's relatively easy yet long labor, using positions and techniques learned in the doula workshop Lori's perspective as a mother, doula, and soon-to-be grandmother during her daughter's birth How serving as Hannah's doula helped heal Lori's feelings about her own traumatic birth experience The importance of the right mindset, terminology, and managing fears during pregnancy and birth How community support postpartum made a big difference in Hannah's transition to motherhood Why Lori believes everyone would benefit from doula training for birth, death, divorce, and more How voicing needs and feelings is crucial to receiving good support from others Key Takeaways: Mothers/daughters taking a doula training together can be a special bonding experience A doula's unconditional support helps create an empowering birth environment Working through one's birth trauma can come from supporting others in labor Terminology and mindset have a significant impact on the birthing experience Postpartum community support makes recovery and adjustment easier Doula skills apply meaningfully to all major transitional life events Communicating needs and emotions allows others to provide better care         Key Quotes: "I honestly think everyone should be a certified birth and death doula. There's a space for that supportive role, as our society can promote disconnection - through devices or modern isolation." - Lori Cosgrove   "I feel like there's a space for a doula in a divorce. I feel like there's a space for a doula in a new relationship. I feel like there's a space for a doula in a really busy home." - Lori Cosgrove   Connect with Debra! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/OrgasmicBirth   YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/OrgasmicBirth1    Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@orgasmicbirth   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471/     Visit https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/ for more information on how to Positively Prepare for birth and parenting   Check out Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret, the film creating buzz around the world!    Orgasmic Birth Podcast: Pleasure in pregnancy, birth, and parenting. I believe pleasure is our birthright - from our sexuality, birth, parenting, and beyond, we can find pleasure when we create space for joy and intimacy in our lives. Join me to have deep conversations about breaking the taboos of Sexuality + Motherhood/Parenthood.   Listen to leading experts in sexuality, healing, and childbirth, as well as stories from new parents, doulas, doctors, midwives, and nurses. We will discuss how to positively prepare for childbirth and parenting by expanding love and intimacy in your life.

Discover the transformative power of pleasure in childbirth and parenting in this episode. Join host Debra Pascali Bonaro as she engages in a candid and enlightening conversation with Nicole Moore. Together, they explore how early life experiences can shape our perspectives on love, intimacy, and procreation, emphasizing that it's never too late to heal and rewrite our narratives. Nicole's journey, from embracing birth as a beautiful bounty to her profound work with the Birth Into Being Method, illustrates how cultivating pleasure can pave the way for an empowered pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience, fostering a beautiful feedback loop with our children. Tune in now to gain insights on understanding your own imprints and finding the courage to assert yourself in this pivotal phase of life with Nicole Moore.   Nicole Moore is a Mother, gardener, performance artist, poet, and an outspoken, multi-passionate birth nerd. She has lived on and off-grid intentional community in the forest, by the sea, for the last 20 years, raising her kids and cultivating a deep trust in birth & life. Her mission is to help women and families know what is possible in birth, why it matters, and to help them access a blissful experience for themselves. (Along with all the associated gifts and side effects...) Nicole knows in her bones that birth can be beautiful because she is one of the ‘lucky' ones who had incredible undisturbed birth experiences. She draws on these memories or imprints every day of her Mothering life.    Nicole's lived experience of birth as beautiful, bountiful, and full of potential as a doorway to healing - along with her 15 years of work with birth imprints (via the Birth Into Being Method) confirms her beliefs in birth as a tool of conscious evolution.     In This Episode: Nicole's mission - helping women and families access a blissful experience for themselves Nicole draws on her own undisturbed birth experience to help others heal and create new imprints Birth Into Being Method - a set of processes and exercises to help understand yourself and clear inhibiting patterns from the past For pregnant women, it can help create an environment for birth with privacy and safety It also prepares for motherhood by teaching how to hold boundaries when needed Acknowledge what is there in your past that needs to be healed, looked at, or strengthened Pleasurable birth is an opportunity to optimize a baby's neurological capacity for pleasure through oxytocin exposure Nicole created an online course called Birth Into Being with Ease and Grace; she also has another online course called Rewrite Your Story     Key Takeaways: Birth is a tool for conscious evolution Learn to recognize old imprints and choose differently Make a change if your environment doesn't make you feel safe or comfortable We have the power to assert ourselves with family and hold boundaries around the care received Postpartum bliss is possible by reclaiming the need to prioritize yourself Birth is a doorway to healing, opening up the capacity for gifts for you and your family   Key Quotes:   "Birth is a doorway to healing, and it opens up the capacity for lots of gifts for you and your family." - Nicole Moore   “When a woman feels safe and trusting in her body, it has a really big impact on her birth outcomes.” - Nicole Moore   Connect with Nicole! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/birthintobeing/ Website: https://birthintobeing.com.au/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BirthIntoBeing   Connect with Debra! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/OrgasmicBirth   YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/OrgasmicBirth1    Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@orgasmicbirth   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471/     Visit https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/ for more information on how to Positively Prepare for birth and parenting   Check out Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret, the film creating buzz around the world!

Warning: this is an amazing episode. Full of conversation around pleasurable, joyful, ecstatic birth. It may cause you to feel empowered and excited around birth. There, we gave you a heads up! But seriously, we are so honored to have Debra Pascali-Bonaro join us on the show. She's another one of the powerhouses of the birthing community that we've been anxious to meet and chat with. She is the creator and director of the documentary, “Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret.” She's also the co-writer of “Orgasmic Birth: Your Guide to a Safe, Satisfying and Pleasurable Birth.” Oh and also a Lamaze International childbirth educator,  birth and postpartum doula trainer with DONA International. And the Founder & President of the revolutionary online childbirth class Pain to Power, which prepares expectant mothers, fathers, and partners to be positively prepared for birth and focuses on the intimate and sacred nature of birth. Debra's passion comes from her over 30 years of working with women, men, midwives, doulas and physicians in over 40 countries bringing comfort, love and pleasure to birth and life! In our interview, we talk about her path to being obsessed with birth, learning from her own birth story. We also chat about the concept for the documentary and where it came from. We explore themes from the documentary and the impact it's had on the conversation of birth. Plus we talk about other cool projects that Debra has her hand in, and a surprise for any of those interested in checking out her online childbirth class “Pain to Power.” Thank you to Debra for her knowledge, passion and tireless effort to serve and inspire! Links From The Episode: Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret - https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/ Orgasmic Birth: Your Guide to a Safe, Satisfying and Pleasurable Birth - https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/products/books/ Pain To Power Childbirth Class: https://www.paintopowerchildbirth.com/ Happy Healthy Child: http://www.happyhealthychild.com/ Eat Pray Doula: https://www.eatpraydoula.com/ Sign up for 3 Free Videos on finding your power and pleasure in birth:  http://www.paintopoweroptin.respond.ontraport.net/optin Offers From Our Awesome Partners: Needed: https://bit.ly/2DuMBxP - use code DIAH to get 20% off your order Splash Blanket: https://bit.ly/3JPe1g0 - use code DIAH for 10% off your order Esembly: https://bit.ly/3eanCSz - use code DIH20 to get 20% off your order More From Doing It At Home: Send us your birth story: https://bit.ly/3jOjCKl Doing It At Home book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3vJcPmU DIAH Website: https://www.diahpodcast.com/ DIAH Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doingitathome/ DIAH YouTube: https://bit.ly/3pzuzQC DIAH Merch: www.diahpodcast.com/merch Give Back to DIAH: https://bit.ly/3qgm4r9 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've all heard stories about birth. Maybe you've heard your own birth story from your parents. And if you are pregnant or have children of your own, you have definitely heard several birth stories, even from strangers! Some of those stories are good, and some are not so good. Unfortunately, it seems like the not-so-great and even scary birth stories are the ones that are told the most. As a doula who helps families have better birth experiences, this breaks my heart. What we hear can form a belief about how birth is and what it can be. Imagine if you only heard stories about birth being beautiful, empowering, even pleasurable, and orgasmic. What an impact that would make! My guest today knows all about this and is chatting with us about orgasmic birth and what expecting families need to know. Who is Debra Pascali-Bonaro? Debra Pascali-Bonaro is a world-renowned inspirational speaker, podcaster, filmmaker, doula trainer, childbirth educator, and author. She brings together her passion for pleasure in every aspect of life with her Jersey-Girl attitude of talking about what no one is talking about! Debra is a mother, grandmother, and featured expert in parenting journals and media worldwide. She is also Co-Chair of the International Childbirth Initiative, which promotes safe, respectful childbirth maternity care. She is a Lamaze International childbirth educator, birth and postpartum doula trainer with DONA International, Director of the award-winning documentary Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret, co-writer of "Orgasmic Birth: Your Guide to a Safe, Satisfying and Pleasurable Birth," Author of "The Ultimate Guide To Sex After Baby: Secrets to Love and Intimacy," and the Founder & President of the revolutionary online childbirth class Pleasurable Birth Essentials which prepares expectant mothers, fathers, and partners to be positively prepared for birth and focuses on the intimate and sacred nature of birth. It's evident that Debra is highly passionate about changing childbirth so that every woman/partner has a safe, respectful, and pleasurable birth.  What Did We Discuss? In this episode, we chat with Debra about orgasmic birth and tips and secrets to create more love and intimacy in birth and parenting. Here are several of the questions that we covered: How did you become passionate about the birthing experience?  Childbirth and sex can both be taboo subjects. Why do you think this is, and how can we change this narrative?  Can you elaborate more on the connection between childbirth and sex?  What is orgasmic birth? And is it real? Why should pregnant people include intimacy and sexuality in preparing for birth?  What can women do during pregnancy to help prepare for a positive birth experience?   What role does a partner play in this experience?  How can a doula help facilitate a pleasurable birth experience?  What are your top tips for ensuring an enjoyable and pleasurable birth?  What are the benefits of an orgasmic birth?  The narrative around birth is often that it is painful and scary, but I have heard you say it is powerful and can be pleasurable. How can we empower more women to approach birth with this mindset?  How do you recommend women continue to connect to their intimacy during the postpartum period? Debra's Resources Website: OrgasmicBirth.com Instagram: @orgasmicbirth Facebook: Orgasmic Birth YouTube: Orgasmic Birth TikTok: @orgasmicbirth Podcast: Orgasmic Birth Podcast Documentary: Orgasmic Birth Books: Orgasmic Birth: Your Guide to a Safe, Satisfying, and Pleasurable Birth Experience The Ultimate Guide To Sex After Baby: Secrets to Love and Intimacy If you haven't already, please subscribe to Chick Chat: The Baby Chick podcast and leave us an honest review. Cheers to a positive and pleasurable birth!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why are both childbirth and sex often taboo subjects that evoke shame and silence rather than being seen as a fulfilling and completely natural sexual experience? In order to discuss this, Debra Pascali Bonaro explores the connection between birth and sex, tackling taboos and shared characteristics like movement and sound. She highlights the harm in separating birth from sexuality and emphasizes understanding anatomy in both contexts, uncovering historical medical practices that disassociated birth from sexuality. Debra urges reclaiming birth's empowering and sensual aspects, paralleling intimacy and birth while addressing fear and stress. In today's episode, listeners are encouraged to challenge taboos, infuse pleasure, and reflect on their beliefs, inviting them to share birth stories and offering comprehensive childbirth education to honor the profound link between birth and sex.   In this episode: Host Debora Pascali Bonaro delves into the intriguing link between birth and sex, challenging listeners to explore shared taboos and shame Viewing birth as part of one's sexual continuum is advocated She traces the disassociation of birth from sexuality through medical practices like hospital gowns, emphasizing the need to reclaim sensuality in birth Embracing and celebrating anatomy, fostering empowerment in both sexual and birthing contexts, is highlighted Debra emphasizes the importance of reclaiming sensuality and intimacy in the birthing process, urging listeners to consider creating a birth environment that mirrors the ambiance of a satisfying sexual experience The significance of rhythmic movements, sounds, and privacy in both experiences, fostering comfort and empowerment, are discussed Debra concludes by encouraging listeners to challenge norms, share stories, and seek comprehensive education that integrates birth and sex connections   Key Takeaways: Birth and sex are two taboo topics that can bring shame and silence Anatomy and physiology of birth are the same as sex Home births allow people to wear their own clothes, move in the way they want, and choose who is present Religion and patriarchy have played a role in separating sexuality and motherhood. Essential for safe and gentle birth: privacy, movement of body, sounds, and breath changes Get out of the mind to have an orgasm or a gentle birth. Bring back birth as part of a woman's sexual life Partners should talk together and clear any taboos   Tweetable Quotes:  "We must bring together birth and sex." - Sheila Kittinger "Both sex and birth should be incredible, orgasmic, pleasurable, joyful, loving, and ecstatic." - Debra Pascali Bonaro "It's so important that we start bringing back birth as a part of a woman's sexual life. And partners, if you're listening, this is so important for you to think about for you to clear whatever taboos and things are there and to talk as partners together." - Debra Pascali Bonaro   Connect with Debra! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/OrgasmicBirth   YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/OrgasmicBirth1    Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@orgasmicbirth   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471/   Visit https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/ for more information on how to Positively Prepare for birth and parenting   Check out Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret, the film creating buzz around the world!    Orgasmic Birth Podcast: Pleasure in pregnancy, birth, and parenting. I believe pleasure is our birthright - from our sexuality, birth, parenting, and beyond, we can find pleasure when we create space for joy and intimacy in our lives. Join me to have deep conversations about breaking the taboos of Sexuality + Motherhood/Parenthood.  Listen to leading experts in sexuality, healing, and childbirth as well as stories from new parents, doulas, doctors, midwives, and nurses. We will discuss how to positively prepare for childbirth and parenting by expanding love and intimacy in your life.

How can we build a cohesive team that fosters collaborative care in childbirth? Explore this conversation between Debra Pascali Bonaro and Robin Lim, and learn about the transformative impact of doulas, midwives, and respectful birthing environments. In this episode, they also discuss the importance of respectful and gentle prenatal care, the recognition of doulas as essential caregivers, and the collaboration between midwives and doulas, highlighting the significance of preserving the baby's blood supply through delayed cord clamping and emphasizing the need for cohesive teams and access to safe and culturally sensitive care. They also mention Robin Lim's books and the opportunity to support Bumi Sehat through donations. Overall, it serves as a call to action for creating positive childbirth experiences and celebrating the miracle of every birth. Robin Lim is the founder of Bumi Sehat, an NGO which maintains clinics in Indonesia and the Philippines. Ibu Robin's Passion is respectful, skilled, culturally informed, gentle prenatal/postnatal care, childbirth services, and healthcare as a human right. She is the author of many books, including After the Baby's Birth, Wellness for Mothers, Ecology of Gentle Birth, Awakening Birth, and Eating for Two. Robin was CNN Hero of the Year in 2011.   In this episode: Today's guest Robin Lim, the founder of Bumi Sehat Clinics, is dedicated to providing respectful and gentle prenatal care, postnatal care, and childbirth services, advocating for healthcare as a human right The conversation emphasizes the vital role of doulas in facilitating access to appropriate care providers and birthing environments where mothers feel safe and supported Doula care, encompassing prenatal and postnatal support, childbirth services, and emotional assistance, is highlighted as a crucial aspect of maternal and infant well-being Doulas demonstrated resilience and dedication by making sacrifices to be present during births amidst the challenges posed by COVID-19, ultimately leading to their recognition as essential caregivers The personal experience of Robin, who initially questioned the role of doulas while being a midwife, is shared, highlighting the realization of the importance of doulas in providing emotional support and contributing to safe births The significance of preserving the baby's blood supply by delaying cord clamping is discussed, emphasizing the positive effects it has on hormonal release, bonding, and the overall well-being of mother and baby The importance of building collaborative care is crucial in ensuring safe and respectful childbirth experiences, necessitating a well-functioning team that includes midwives, doulas, doctors, and other healthcare professionals Information is provided on how to contact Robin Lim, access her books, and support the work of Bumi Sehat through donations   Key Takeaways: Doula care, encompassing prenatal and postnatal support, childbirth services, and emotional assistance, is a crucial aspect of maternal and infant well-being Doulas serve as valuable guides for mothers, helping them navigate choices related to care providers and birthing environments, ultimately ensuring access to safe and supportive experiences Midwives and doulas complement each other in providing comprehensive care during childbirth, with midwives focusing on medical expertise and doulas offering emotional support and advocacy Cultural safety and access to quality care are essential for all individuals, regardless of their background or circumstances Every birth is a miracle, and the efforts of doulas, midwives, and individuals involved in childbirth deserve recognition and celebration for the positive impact they make on the world   Tweetable Quotes: "It's our responsibility to have our skills in order to have our hearts and minds set on what our potential is for creating access for every mother to safely bring her baby." - Robin Lim "Doulas are essential caregivers. You are the entry point where mothers can find access." - Robin Lim   Connect with Robin! Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube, or visit her Websites: https://bumisehat.org/ and https://www.eatpraydoula.com/   Connect with Debra!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth/    Twitter: https://twitter.com/OrgasmicBirth   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OrgasmicBirth1     TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@orgasmicbirth     Visit https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/ for more information on how to Positively Prepare for birth and parenting  Check out Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret, the film creating buzz around the world: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/the-film/     Orgasmic Birth Podcast: Pleasure in pregnancy, birth, and parenting. I believe pleasure is our birthright - from our sexuality, birth, parenting, and beyond, we can find pleasure when we create space for joy and intimacy in our lives. Join me to have deep conversations about breaking the taboos of Sexuality + Motherhood/Parenthood.    Listen to leading experts in sexuality, healing, and childbirth as well as stories from new parents, doulas, doctors, midwives, and nurses. We will discuss how to positively prepare for childbirth and parenting by expanding love and intimacy in your life. 

What can dads do to overcome fear and become empowered participants in the transformative journey of pregnancy and birth?  In this episode of the Orgasmic Birth podcast, Debra Pascali Bonaro, joins with Red Miller to delve into the role of fathers in the birthing process. Red offers invaluable advice for dads who may be grappling with fear and uncertainty, emphasizing the importance of their involvement and passion through conversations and educational classes. Listeners will gain a profound understanding of how dads can make informed decisions for a safe and successful birth, fostering alignment within the family unit and paving the way for advocacy in their wider communities. Red is a Mother, Biodynamic Midwife, Author, and Creatrix of Love Based Birth.  She helps women navigate their pregnancies with sacred intuition and embodied love, so they can connect to their magic, be fully empowered in their choices, and birth with more ease and pleasure. As a biodynamic midwife, Red has guided thousands of women from around the globe to bridge the gap between the birth of their dreams and everything that is keeping them from experiencing exactly that. Red's unique approach provides women with tools to build support structures, navigate the health system they are working in and transform their fears into positive action.   In this episode: Debra Pascali-Bonaro interviews Red Miller, a biodynamic midwife, who shares her experiences attending over a thousand births worldwide in diverse settings Red shares insights on gentle and pleasurable births, highlighting the importance of including and informing dads, who become powerful advocates for their partners and other expectant fathers She emphasizes the importance of acknowledging fathers' fears and providing them with support and information from birth professionals and fellow dads The father's role in creating a supportive environment is emphasized, showing the positive impact across diverse cultures and backgrounds Red Miller highlights the importance of helping dads understand the "why" behind gentle birth and its long-term health benefits Advises to ads are given to act as gatekeepers and advocates, ensuring their partner's needs are met during hospital births   Key Takeaways: Partner alignment and connection during pregnancy impact the birthing experience, postpartum period, and family dynamic Building a community and receiving guidance helps fathers transition from fear to love during childbirth Practical techniques, such as supporting the mother's changing body and practicing massages, empower fathers and enhance the birthing experience Flexibility and open communication are crucial for dads to adapt to their partner's changing needs during labor, fostering a strong sense of teamwork and mutual decision-making Dads should be prepared as interior designers, creating a comfortable birthing environment Dads often feel regret and a desire for advocacy after realizing they lacked important information earlier   Quotes:  "Dads really just want to be included; they want to be informed. And when they do feel included, and they know what to do, and they feel informed, they actually become the most amazing advocates." - Red Miller   "It's about really acknowledging Dads also have fears, and as women, we have limited spaces somehow to talk about this, but we have so many more spaces than dads do".- Red Miller   Connect with Red! Linkedin and Instagram or visit her websites: https://vibrantpregnancy.com/ and https://www.lovebasedbirth.com/   Connect with Debra!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/OrgasmicBirth   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OrgasmicBirth1     TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@orgasmicbirth   Visit https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/ for more information on how to Positively Prepare for birth and parenting Check out Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret, the film creating buzz around the world: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/the-film/   Orgasmic Birth Podcast: Pleasure in pregnancy, birth, and parenting. I believe pleasure is our birthright - from our sexuality, birth, parenting, and beyond, we can find pleasure when we create space for joy and intimacy in our lives. Join me to have deep conversations about breaking the taboos of Sexuality + Motherhood/Parenthood.    Listen to leading experts in sexuality, healing, and childbirth as well as stories from new parents, doulas, doctors, midwives, and nurses. We will discuss how to positively prepare for childbirth and parenting by expanding love and intimacy in your life.

Can embracing and understanding our bodies after childbirth lead to transformative experiences? In a deeply personal account, Susan Bratton, an intimacy expert, shares her own childbirth journey, revealing the disconnection she felt from her body and the subsequent impact on her marriage. However, she also emphasizes the significance of postpartum body acceptance and the exploration of one's sexuality. Susan's involvement as an ecstatic birth partner for a friend further highlights her belief in the transformative power of childbirth experiences. Additionally, Susan discusses how her practice of expanded orgasm has played a pivotal role in her life, emphasizing the importance of pleasure, connection, and communication in fostering fulfilling relationships and overall well-being. Susan is co-founder and CEO of two corporations: Personal Life Media, Inc., a publisher of heart-connected lovemaking techniques and bedroom communication skills, and The20, LLC., a manufacturer of organic and botanical supplements that enhance sexual vitality. She is also a best-selling author and publisher of 34 books and programs.   In this episode: Debra Pascali Bonaro welcomes Susan Bratton, an intimacy expert and advocates for enhancing relationships and sexuality. The conversation focuses on pleasure in pregnancy and after birth Susan shares her personal journey and how supporting her friend's ecstatic birth was cathartic for her, and the profound experiences she had with Jenna. She explains the concept of expanded orgasm, which is a clitoral stroking technique that can lead to profound pleasure and multiple orgasms. Susan and her husband teach couples skills to enhance female pleasure, achieve multiple and extended orgasms, and tap into the human orgasmic potential. She highlights the beauty of two women supporting each other during labor and invites listeners to explore more at ecstaticbirthmassage.com Susan shares her involvement in documenting her experiences with ecstatic birth massage and making them available to others.   Key Takeaways: It is important to be connected to our body and understand the birthing process Orgasmic meditation can lead to an expanded orgasmic experience It is very important to have open communication, mutual pleasure, and to explore the vast potential of human orgasmic experiences Expanded orgasm practice has a transformational impact on marriage and sexuality Building a mind-body connection and deepening intimacy is a gradual process Creating a comfortable and respectful environment, it's crucial for intimacy Taking the time to explore and appreciate each other's bodies can enhance intimacy and strengthen the mind-body connection   Tweetable Quotes: "No one talked to me, nor did I even ask much about what my body would be after birth or how my relationship and sex life would be changed in ways that I could prepare to enhance my relationship and my sexuality." - Susan Bratton   "But I have to say that even though we go through these bad experiences, I couldn't love my daughter more. I couldn't be a happier mother. I've had an exquisite experience being the daughter to my mother and the mother to my daughter, and I just love that part of my life so much." - Susan Bratton   Connect with Susan! Linkedin and Facebook Websites: https://arousalsecrets.com/, https://www.jenalaflamme.com/ecstaticbirth/ and Better Lover,   Connect with Debra!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth/    Twitter: https://twitter.com/OrgasmicBirth   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OrgasmicBirth1     TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@orgasmicbirth     Visit https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/ for more information on how to Positively Prepare for birth and parenting  Check out Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret, the film creating buzz around the world: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/the-film/   Orgasmic Birth Podcast: Pleasure in pregnancy, birth, and parenting. I believe pleasure is our birthright - from our sexuality, birth, parenting, and beyond, we can find pleasure when we create space for joy and intimacy in our lives. Join me to have deep conversations about breaking the taboos of Sexuality + Motherhood/Parenthood.    Listen to leading experts in sexuality, healing, and childbirth as well as stories from new parents, doulas, doctors, midwives, and nurses. We will discuss how to positively prepare for childbirth and parenting by expanding love and intimacy in your life.

Host Debra Pascali-Bonaro examines the overuse of epidurals and explores its impact on people's chances to experience a pleasurable orgasmic birth. She encourages listeners to be aware of their options when it comes to epidurals - understanding both the benefits and risks associated with using one. This conversation provides tips on oxytocin enhancers and other techniques to manage pain during childbirth. Debra also discusses how hospitals often use language that can create fear or anxiety around birth, which can lead to unnecessary medical interventions. Tune in to this episode to learn more about how you can have an empowered and pleasurable birthing experience!   In this episode: • The importance to know all options, benefits, risks, alternatives and intuition before making an informed decision about epidural • Exploring Pain vs Suffering in the Hospital • Understanding how comfort measures can provide calm and comfort in labor • How to create a code word for when an epidural is offered • Penny Simkin's Pain Medication Preference Scale helps to understand preferences • Evidence-basedbirth.com provides resources on pain management during labor and birth   Key Takeaways: • Epidurals can be a valuable tool, but overuse is putting people at risk and decreasing their chance of having a pleasurable orgasmic birth • Epidurals typically slow labor and create a hormonal gap • Pain is not a descriptor for many people, but in hospitals it is • The language and environment of hospitals can create pain • Pain and suffering are different; one can exist without the other   Tweetable Quotes: "No one should suffer in childbirth. But by having someone there and now personalizing that we need to justify the budget it's now a personal thing." - Debra Pascali-Bonaro "Pain can be a normal part of labor. It's giving you the messages. When you listen to your body and listen to your baby, you'll be able to feel if you get in one position that feels better that's often leaning forward and moving." - Debra Pascali-Bonaro   Connect with Debra! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/OrgasmicBirth YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OrgasmicBirth1 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@orgasmicbirth   Visit https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/ for more information on how to Positively Prepare for birth and parenting   Check out Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret, the film creating buzz around the world: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/the-film/     Orgasmic Birth Podcast: Pleasure in pregnancy, birth, and parenting. I believe pleasure is our birthright - from our sexuality, birth, parenting, and beyond, we can find pleasure when we create space for joy and intimacy in our lives. Join me to have deep conversations about breaking the taboos of Sexuality + Motherhood/Parenthood.  Listen to leading experts in sexuality, healing, and childbirth as well as stories from new parents, doulas, doctors, midwives, and nurses. We will discuss how to positively prepare for childbirth and parenting by expanding love and intimacy in your life.    

Doula trainer, childbirth educator, and filmmaker, Debra Pascali Bonaro, joins Karen to discuss claiming your power and pleasure in childbirth and life; advice on turning pain into purpose; the importance of sex education; why it's crazy to put women on their backs to give birth; and what is oxytocin and why it gives us an incredible high. Karen adds her rest lens to this powerful conversation on an orgasmic & restful birth and life. Resources for this episode can be found at: https://daringtorest.com/podcast/81  

If you want to minimize sensations of pain and even move them into pleasure, this episode is for you! Debra Pascali-Bonaro and Adriana explore how you can bring more pleasure and joy into your birth, and why doing so can help you not only have a better experience, but also help support your birth physiology for a more flowing birth. Debra shares with Adriana a wide range of actionable suggestions on how to prepare during pregnancy, what to set in place and advocate for during birth, and ways to continue to show up–from a place of pleasure and joy–even if you need interventions or have a belly birth.Get the most out of this episode by checking out the resources, transcript, and links listed on its show notes page.  If you liked this episode, listen to our related interview on Pleasure & Joy During Birth and our episode on Connecting With Your Baby in Utero through Song. You can connect with Debra on Instagram @debrapascalibonaro. You can connect with Birthful @BirthfulPodcast and email us at podcast@Birthful.com. If you enjoy what you hear, download Birthful's Postpartum Plan FREE when you sign up for our weekly newsletter! You can also sign-up for Adriana's Own Your Birth online BIRTH preparation classes and her Thrive with Your Newborn online POSTPARTUM preparation course.Follow us on Goodpods, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Spotify, and anywhere you listen to podcasts.Our Sponsors:* Visit HomeThreads.com/BIRTHFUL today and get a 15% off code for your first order!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/birthful/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Welcome back for part 2 of our Mother's Day Special! Over the years I have had the honor of speaking to some truly incredible professionals in the perinatal field. Choosing my favorite episodes was a difficult task so we decided to release a second episode as our gift to you! In this best of episode we talk about feeling sexy as a mother, overcoming shame, the value of postpartum education, mom guilt, martyr mode and perfectionism, and going back to work as a mom.  These conversations were often sparked by my own challenges as a mother. I hope that the insights shared help you as much as they helped me. In this episode:  The Ultimate Guide To Sex After Baby with Debra Pascali Bonaro: Documentarian, author, speaker and doula, Debra Pascali-Bonaro and I have a fun and lively conversation about her new book, The Ultimate Guide to Sex After Baby: Secrets to Love and Intimacy. Debra explains why so many people put sexuality and motherhood into two very different realms and how motherhood figures can reclaim their sexy wild woman.  Shame Proof Parenting With Mercedes Samudio, LCSW:  Licensed psychotherapist, parent coach, speaker, and bestselling author, Mercedes Samudio started the #EndParentShaming movement as well as coined the term Shame-Proof Parenting – using both to bring awareness to ending parent shame. Mercedes shares how shame has infiltrated parenthood and offers strategies that encourage healthy parent- child relationship building. The Importance Of Postpartum Education With Dr. Jane Shomof: Doctor of Clinical Psychology and a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Dr. Jane Shomof and I discuss the importance of postpartum planning and as well as recognizing the difference between postpartum anxiety versus postpartum depression, and postpartum OCD. Jane also shares how she sees society's expectations of new parents can play into the struggle many new parents experience. How To Overcome Mom Guilt, Martyr-Mode, And Perfectionism With Dr. Pooja Lakshmin, MD: Board-certified psychiatrist and founder of Gemma, Dr. Pooja Lakshmin, MD talks about the pressure many mothers feel to fulfill unrealistic expectations put on them by themselves and society. Dr. Lakshmin offers solid take aways to break the habits and mentality of mom guilt, martyr-mode, and perfectionism as well as learning to say no and set boundaries.  The Fifth Trimester With Lauren Smith Brody: Author and 5th Trimester Movement founder, Lauren Smith Brody and I have a lively conversations about the challenges and struggles many mothers face when heading back to work after the birth of their baby. Enjoy some incredibly useful tips on how to make this transition a little easier. 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

Join host Debra Pascali-Bonaro focuses on breaking down barriers and healing shame surrounding sexuality and childbirth. In this episode, she dispels myths around pain during childbirth, explaining that it is manageable and that there are ways to bring comfort and pleasure to the experience. The conversation encourages individuals to have open conversations with their healthcare providers about their desires for intimacy and pleasure during labor, as well as having a supportive team.   In this episode: Four myths about orgasmic birth debunked  How can pain can manageable with positive preparation, support, and comfort measures  Freedom of movement and leaning forward can enhance pleasure and oxytocin production How can trauma impact childbirth, and how to be prepared with a supportive team? It's possible to bring oxytocin and love into the birthing experience, even with interventions The importance of having deep conversations with providers about desires for orgasmic birth   Key Takeaways: Taboo shame and lack of sexual education affect intimacy in childbirth  Self-pleasuring can provide pain relief Birth can be a healing opportunity Shame around pleasure in childbirth needs to be busted, as all sexual organs are involved in the process Self-stimulation, partner touch, and loving words can contribute to an orgasmic birth experience     Tweetable Quotes:   “Each birth deserves fullness of experience and feeling safe and honored” - Debra Pascali-Bonaro   "We must come together and help every woman that's preparing for birth to do it in her way to be heard, to be seen, and to create safe environments. So birth can be the fullest for every person." - Debra Pascali-Bonaro       Connect with Debra! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/debra.pascalibonaro  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471/  Visit https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/ for more information on how to have fulfilling and enjoyable births. Check out Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret, the film creating buzz around the World!   Orgasmic Birth Podcast: Pleasure in pregnancy, birth, and parenting. I believe pleasure is our birthright - from our sexuality, birth, parenting, and beyond, we can find pleasure when we create space for joy and intimacy in our lives. Join me to have deep conversations about breaking the taboos of Sexuality + Motherhood/Parenthood.    Listen to leading experts in sexuality, healing, and childbirth, as well as stories from new parents, doulas, doctors, midwives, and nurses. We will discuss how to positively prepare for childbirth and parenting by expanding love and intimacy in your life.  

Today, we continue on sharing with you different live talks from the Sensing Woman 2022: A multisensory event that took place at C24 Gallery in Chelsea, New York City last month.Next in this series is about sexuality and birthing. This panel is led by Emmy Award-winning science correspondent, host of Ologies, Alie Ward together with Dr. Logan Levkoff and Debra Pascali-Bonaro. Our guest speakers are all about promoting honest conversations that sexuality is a part of us from birth. We will also be introduced to the Orgasmic Birth, but what does that even mean, and why is it helpful to the whole birthing process?Listen to this very informative and entertaining episode, then share your thoughts with Christine on Instagram as @the.rose.woman.In this episode, we cover:Revised Meta PolicyPleasure and Health ConnectionWhen does sexuality start for a person?The biggest bombshell we learn about sexualityTransition to parenthoodWhat is #OrgasmicBirth?How to find pleasure during laborEffects of orgasmic birth on the babyTrauma and body responseStigmas, conversations on sexuality and sex educationHelpful links: Alie Ward - Emmy Award-winning science correspondent, host of Ologies, host of CBS' Innovation Nation, host of Did I Mention Invention?, and tireless advocate for the delights of knowing Science. Instagram @alieward @ologies, Facebook @helloaliewardDr. Logan Levkoff - Dr. Levkoff is an internationally recognized expert on sexuality, parenting, and intimacy. Instagram @LoganLevkoff, Twitter @loganlevkoff, Facebook @drloganlevkoffDebra Pascali-Bonaro - A speaker, author, podcast host and filmmaker, Director of the award-winning documentary Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret. Instagram @orgamicbirth, Facebook @obirth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Would you rather give birth to a room full of strangers or a place where you feel safe and comfortable?   In this episode, we discuss how your environment plays a huge role in having a comfortable and enjoyable birthing experience. We talk about the steps you and your partner could take to increase intimacy, find pleasure in labor, and how exploring and facing your emotions could help you transform your pain into power.  In this episode: Check out this website https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/the-big-o/ for a free guide on how to get your “Big O Birth” and a 40% discount on the documentary Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret! While it's true that some pregnancies are painful, it's also a pleasurable and enjoyable experience Your partner is your best source of support during labor and delivery. Involve him at every stage of the process Your birthing environment affects your mood. Set up a birth ambiance by making use of your senses   Key Takeaways: Face and address your fears in childbirth  Understand the impact of doulas and support systems on healthy birth outcomes Use your fear to your advantage during childbirth Love yourself during pregnancy, then give that love to your baby Find pleasure and comfort by listening to your body Find ways to open up to your sacred sexuality   Tweetable Quotes: “When you transform the ambiance into your safe and sensuous space, you're gonna feel completely different.” - Debra Pascali-Bonaro    “The right place to give birth is also the right place to make love.” Debra Pascali-Bonaro Connect with Debra! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/debra.pascalibonaro  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471/  Visit https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/ for more information on how to have fulfilling and enjoyable births and check out Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret, the film creating buzz around the world!   Orgasmic Birth Podcast: Pleasure in pregnancy, birth and parenting. I believe pleasure is our birthright - from our sexuality, birth, parenting and beyond, we can find pleasure when we create space for joy and intimacy in our lives. Join me to have deep conversations about breaking the taboos of Sexuality + Motherhood/Parenthood.  Listen to leading experts in sexuality, healing and childbirth as well as stories from new parents, doulas, doctors, midwives and nurses. We will discuss how to positively prepare for childbirth and parenting by expanding love and intimacy in your life. 

What is a doula, and why is it essential to have one? In this episode, Debra shares her insights on the role of doulas in childbirth. When we look back historically, it is apparent that female companions during birth, now known as “doulas” were a significant part of the calm, connection and safety for birthing people. Doulas supported others prenatally, and during labor, birth and postpartum. .  Research shows  that  a doula plays an active role in helping to shorten labor, decrease cesarean births  and makes birth easier and more satisfying for both mother and baby. Doulas have many benefits for a woman during labor and postpartum, but there are not enough of them in the birthing space. Listen in as Debra discusses how doulas are the missing link in maternity care, and how they can help amplify the voice of the birthing people  facilitating informed decision making.  In this episode: Doulas offer emotional and physical support during labor and postpartum. Continuous support during labor is beneficial for both mother and baby. Doulas are a valuable resource for pregnant women and new parents. They offer support, information and companionship to birthing people. There are many benefits to having a doula during childbirth and postpartum, but not enough doulas are available in the space. Although the medical model can provide benefits, without careful planning, birth often becomes more of a “medical emergency” or “procedure” instead of the honoring of the emotional, physical and spiritual process that birth holds.  Listen to episode 4 with Dr. Sarah Buckley to learn about childbirth hormones! Doulas add to the privacy and comfort of childbirth. They make a difference in the outcomes for the birthing woman and her partner. Visit https://www.dona.org/ for a guide on understanding the roles of a doula and how to find one. Doulas are a missing link in maternity care, and as states and employers see the benefits for MotherBaby-Family, they are beginning to include these services in their benefits.  Doulas are recommended as a  part of global initiatives to provide Safe and Respectful Care such as the www.icichildbirth.org  Have you had a doula at birth? Tell us about your journey @orgasmicbirth! Interested in becoming a doula? Visit our website at https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/dona-birth-doula-training/ and  download our free guide to becoming a doula at https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/become-a-doula/    Key Takeaways: Emotional support equals physical wellbeing There is no risk in hiring a doula - it should be highly considered Having a doula can help reduce fear, provide comfort and increases satisfaction in childbirth  Fear in labor will slow or stop labor Doulas add to the privacy and the connection with your partner Having a doula amplifies your voice to ensure you are heard and respected Collaboration for birth is best for all - doulas add care   Tweetable Quotes: "With the transition to a medical model and hospitals, there have been benefits, but also much has been lost, including the roles, skills, and wisdom of support and companionship in birth and postpartum." - Debra Pascali Bonaro   "Fear in  labor is designed to slow or stop labor, so it will be longer and harder if the laboring woman does not feel private, safe, and unobserved." - Debra Pascali Bonaro   "Consider having a doula with the knowledge of comfort measures to help you make informed decisions by facilitating communication between you, your doctor, midwife, nurse, and care team. They'll help you to amplify your voice to ensure you're heard and respected and can benefit you, your partner, and your birth." - Debra Pascali Bonaro Connect with Debra! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/debra.pascalibonaro  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471/  Visit https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/ for more information on how to have fulfilling and enjoyable births and check out Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret, the film creating buzz around the world!   Orgasmic Birth Podcast: Pleasure in pregnancy, birth and parenting. I believe pleasure is our birthright - from our sexuality, birth, parenting and beyond, we can find pleasure when we create space for joy and intimacy in our lives. Join me to have deep conversations about breaking the taboos of Sexuality + Motherhood/Parenthood.  Listen to leading experts in sexuality, healing and childbirth as well as stories from new parents, doulas, doctors, midwives and nurses. We will discuss how to positively prepare for childbirth and parenting by expanding love and intimacy in your life. 

Are you ready to prioritize your happiness and pleasure? In this episode, Debra shares the acronym P.L.E.A.S.U.R.E.S. and how these steps can deepen your connection to your body and sexuality. After birth, it is common for women to feel less sexy and desirable to themselves and others. Our birth story dramatically impacts how we think about ourselves, our self-esteem, our bodies, and our sexuality, so it becomes necessary to unpack and reflect on it. From there, we can take action, understand where we need healing, and embrace the new, sexy you! In this episode: Have a moment to pause, breathe, and turn your frown upside down to invite the feel-good hormones. Debra discusses her book, The Ultimate Guide to Sex After Baby, tackling how to navigate through relationships and sexuality. Talking about sex and pleasure with friends can help to build support networks. People feel less sexy after having a baby, which can impact their relationships and parenting. Many factors can contribute to this decrease in sexual desire, including a lack of education about healthy sexuality. To find balance in parenting, think about what words describe how you feel about being a parent. Daily rituals can help reduce stress and create happiness. One example is brushing your hair for an extra minute.   Key Takeaways: Always listen to your body and prioritize your safety and comfort Birth shouldn't strip away your dignity and sense of self Don't let anyone take your peace and pleasure away Parenting can be difficult, but there are resources available to help There is a lot to unpack when reflecting on your birth story Pregnancy is a time when healing is needed Talking about sexual abuse during pregnancy can be helpful Look in the mirror and see your beauty and appreciate your new body Write down what gives you pleasure   Tweetable Quotes: "All birthing bodies take time to heal after birth. And everyone heals and is ready for intimacy and sex at different times and in different waves. So always listen to your body, prioritize your safety and comfort." - Debra Pascali Bonaro   "Don't let those old beliefs or lack of knowledge take your pleasure away… Don't let anyone take your peace and pleasure away." - Debra Pascali Bonaro   "Birth is going to impact how we feel about ourselves, our bodies, our self-esteem. And so it's not just another day, I say it holds the secrets to how you feel about yourself, your body, and your sexuality." - Debra Pascali Bonaro Connect with Debra! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/debra.pascalibonaro  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471/    Visit https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/ for more information on how to have fulfilling and enjoyable births. Check out the film Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret, the film creating buzz around the world!

Fear can be contagious. Unfortunately, when thinking about giving birth, the common thoughts are fear, pain, and fear of pain… It doesn't have to be that way. Orgasmic birth is the ultimate expression of love and intimacy between a woman and her baby. It can help to create a sense of safety and security for both mother and child and is an essential part of a healthy childbirth experience. Listen in as Debra Pascali-Bonaro tackles how to find sexual satisfaction outside of the bedroom, how to reduce pain during labor, and how to have a more pleasurable experience with your own birth. In this episode: Orgasmic birth is considered a key part of a pleasurable childbirth experience Research has shown that having an orgasm during childbirth can increase the baby's oxygen levels, reduce pain, and help to reduce the likelihood of post-partum depression. A person's fear can be contagious so it is important for birth practitioners to bring in love and trust in order to create an environment that is conducive to orgasmic birth. Debra discusses how a woman's vision for her labor and delivery should include anticipating what the baby might need and not focusing on achieving a specific goal. Orgasmic birth is not just about experiencing sexual pleasure, but also all the other aspects of the experience such as love, connection, and pain relief. We're learning that the way people give birth is important and that there are many different positions that can be used to achieve orgasmic birth. Sexuality is an integral part of everyone's personality, and cannot be separated from other aspects of life. It is important to have good sexual education so that survivors can heal and reclaim their bodies. Birth is a time of great healing and pleasure when it is connected to sexuality. Key Takeaways: Orgasm during childbirth helps reduce the likelihood of post-partum depression Fear is contagious, so make sure to promote love and trust Keep the dialogue about organic births flowing Birth is a sacred experience that should be celebrated Sexuality includes all aspects of life including birth.   Tweetable Quotes: "When we're creating what I like to call our vision, our wishes, our desires, it's knowing that when you're the person giving laboring and birthing, you only get 50% of your desires and the other 50% is the baby's desires or their needs for safety." - Debra Pascali-Bonaro   “Orgasmic birth is to prepare people for the challenge for the intensity, but to also know that there are so many other ways that you can prepare with pleasure with joy, with love, with connection, and that you can have an orgasmic experience in many ways.” - Debra Pascali-Bonaro   "There is something deep and primal and incredible in birth that once you've birthed in that [pleasurable] way, no one will take anything away from you, ever, because that power stays with you.” - Debra Pascali-Bonaro Connect with Debra! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/debra.pascalibonaro  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471/    Visit https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/ for more information on how to have fulfilling and enjoyable births. Check out the film Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret, the film creating buzz around the world!   Orgasmic Birth Podcast: Pleasure in pregnancy, birth, and parenting. I believe pleasure is our birthright - from our sexuality, birth, parenting, and beyond, we can find pleasure when we create space for joy and intimacy in our lives. Join me to have deep conversations about breaking the taboos of Sexuality + Motherhood/Parenthood.  Listen to leading experts in sexuality, healing, and childbirth as well as stories from new parents, doulas, doctors, midwives, and nurses. We will discuss how to positively prepare for childbirth and parenting by expanding love and intimacy in your life.