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My name is Care Messer, I’m an entrepreneur, childbirth educator birth and postpartum doula and the mom of two girls. Birth stories begin before your baby is even conceived and we’re here to talk about it. Join Ashley & I as we create discussions around connection, finding and using your voice and of course, birth stories! We will release an episode each week so be sure to subscribe so you don't miss a second!
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Birth As We Know It ™️ is a podcast that is dedicated to recognizing the many different ways that birth unfolds. You will hear birth stories and experiences from the perspective of the storyteller. That includes birthing people, partners, providers, birth workers, and more! This podcast was created to be a place where people can learn more about pregnancy and birth, all while hearing about what really happens in the birth space.
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Let’s explore the amazing world of birth together! Listen for inspiring birth stories and intriguing teachings to expand your knowledge surrounding pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and postpartum life. Each soul-stirring episode is full of heart, passion, and practicality. Join me in this diverse mix of teachings and interviews with real moms and professional birth workers as we seek to more fully understand how God has designed early motherhood and the beginning of life!
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Welcome to the Birth Boot Camp® Podcast, where every birth story is a celebration waiting to be shared, every family journey is honored, and every listener finds inspiration and support. Are you eagerly anticipating the arrival of a new baby? Or perhaps you're a doula or childbirth educator, seeking new insights and perspectives to enrich your practice? Maybe you're simply curious about the miraculous journey of pregnancy and birth? Whatever your reason for tuning in, you've found your commu ...
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On Birthful, working doula and former journalist Adriana Lozada talks pregnancy, birth and postpartum with top experts and new parents. Every episode distills the overload of pregnancy information down to the most relevant and useful stuff. Adriana Lozada is a mom, author, speaker, birth doula, postpartum educator, and healthy-sleep consultant. Visit Birthful.com. Please note: Adriana has years of experience but she's not a doctor, and does not expect anyone to treat the show like medical ad ...
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Welcome to Birth, Baby!, your go-to podcast hosted by Ciarra Morgan and Samantha Kelly, seasoned birth doulas and childbirth educators from Austin, Texas. Join us as we navigate the intricate journey of pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care, offering invaluable insights and expert advice. Through candid interviews, personal anecdotes, and evidence-backed content, we aim to empower families with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions. Whether you're seeking guidance on prenat ...
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Motherhood Flow with Hannah Gill | VBAC Doula and Birth Educator
Hannah Gill | VBAC Mom, VBAC Doula, and Childbirth Educator. Your go-to VBAC podcast with a bit of the ebbs and flows of pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and motherhood.
Welcome to Motherhood Flow, your go-to parenting podcast with a good mix of VBAC preparation tips and VBAC birth stories. While I focus heavily on VBAC and prevention of unnecessary c-sections, you can bet I'll be discussing topics from preconception to birth, to mothering toddlers and navigating your relationship after children, I cover it all here. Get ready for insightful conversations, expert interviews, and personal stories. Motherhood Flow is your space to walk through birth and mother ...
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A podcast dedicated to educating and empowering women from preconception, pregnancy, birth, and through early motherhood on wellness lifestyle. The host, Dr. Laura Brayton, is a maternity/pediatric chiropractor and mother who has hand-selected experts in natural, holistic health-care specialties to shine light on options and choices during this exciting phase of a woman’s life.
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I want to educate and empower you to follow your intuition and trust your body and instincts in pregnancy, birth, relationships, breastfeeding, and life.
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When should I start preparing for birth? Is labor pain really that bad? What do I need to stock up on for postpartum? My baby won't latch. Is my breastfeeding journey doomed? Will I ever sleep again?Are we supposed to know what we’re doing? No? Just checking! But the real question is are we supposed to figure it all out alone? The answer is no. The Labor Room podcast is a live-workshop style, mom-to-mom conversation with Mamas who’ve been there. Mamas who can say “me too” when you want to st ...
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Birth is amazing, beautiful, wonderful . . . and it can throw you for a loop! Despite our very best birth “plans,” we can find ourselves taking some twist and turns during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum that we don’t expect. Enter the Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy Podcast! Hey mama! My name is Stephanie, and I’m a mom of three boys, a professional doula, childbirth educator, and the creator of the Online Birth Course - My Essential Birth www.myessentialbirth.com. I love to help mothers just ...
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The Homebirth Midwife podcast is hosted by Sarah McClure, CPM, LDM, LM and Charli Zarosinski, CPM, LDM, LM, founders and primary midwives of Hearth and Home Midwifery, a homebirth practice in Oregon and Washington. They are experts on all things related to natural pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum. Each week the podcast delves into the topics you want to know about regarding your pregnancy and birth.
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Helping women have better births and better birth experiences. Our experts share their perspectives on pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period. These are raw, honest stories about the experience of labor from the professional's point of view. Listen and get inside your OB/GYN or midwife's head. Our goal is to share the truth about pregnancy and birth with the listener and to explain our thought process. We see our role as one in which we guide and inform, presenting facts so that the ...
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The Birth Matters podcast is here to lessen your overwhelm on the journey into parenthood by equipping you on all things birth, fertility, pregnancy, postpartum & parenting. We'll interview parents about their experiences & birth pros on their expertise so that you can have an empowering, CONFIDENT journey into parenthood!
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The birth story podcast
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Your Birth Bestie | The Pregnancy Podcast for an Informed and Fearless Birth Experience
Beth Connors - Certified Nurse Midwife
Beth Connors is a certified nurse midwife, birth doula, childbirth educator, and girl mom. Every week, Your Birth Bestie, shares practical pregnancy tips, personal birth stories, and dives deep into informed and empowering maternity care to help you have the best labor and delivery experience. Tune in for expert insights and trusted support through every stage of pregnancy, birth, and parenthood! Get answers to all your pregnancy questions including: What pregnancy and labor interventions ar ...
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Many women desire to reconnect with their body and natural instincts through the entire perinatal period, including natural birth. Unfortunately, the American culture (and most mainstream cultures) do not teach young women about any natural ways to care for their bodies and, in fact, teach that the body and childbirth cannot be trusted. In this podcast by Rachel Mans, Doula and The NaturalBirth Site, co-hosted by Tiffany Muniz, we explore all aspects of natural, physiological birth, as well ...
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I am an NHS obstetrician hoping to share some thoughts and experiences about my working life. Maybe you enjoy call the midwife, perhaps birth fascinates, or you are simply curious about what exactly an obstetrician is? You might be pregnant and preparing for birth right now. Perhaps you work in maternity care and want to know what makes your obstetric colleagues tick, or you want some fresh ideas and inspiration. Whichever of these is the case TheObsPod is for you. Each episode contains 'the ...
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Doulas of the Roundtable, A modern twist on an ancient concept. A place where all voices are equal, knowledge is shared and hard topics are talked about.
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The Mindful Womb podcast will help you apply the principles of mindfulness, science, and the sacred womb so you can feel less stressed and easily welcome your changing reality (and body) through life’s transitions like conception, pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and parenthood. Host Clara O’Rourke (she/her), certified doula and childbirth educator, brings you actionable strategies, mindfulness tips, pregnancy and birth facts, authentic truths, and inspirational stories that can help you harnes ...
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Do you believe that birth is about more than just a healthy baby? Do you believe trauma could actually be our biggest teacher and conduit for personal and professional growth? Knowing how cope with vicarious trauma and develop sustainable self-care is a non negotiable for all birth workers. Join me, Dr Erin Bowe, Clinical Perinatal & Author of More than a Healthy Baby, as we uncover “who is helping the helper?” Birth trauma training: https://www.udemy.com/course/birth-trauma-training-for-bir ...
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Two Labor and Delivery nurses changing the game in Obstetrics, one nurse and one patient at a time. Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses is meant to fill the cups of L&D nurses and birth workers all over the world. Sarah and Justine share stories, research, and life in order to bring some happy to your hour. Join us once a week as we continue to change the game together!
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Hi! My name is Brandy Breth. I'm the founder of Delivery Diaries, a multi-platform content company dedicated to sharing our prenatal, birth, and postpartum experiences whether through IVF, surrogacy adoption, home birth or cesarean. So, if you're thinking of having a baby, already have children or just want to be the most supportive auntie ever - join the conversation! Together with my dear friend and co-host, Flo Speakman, we're here at Delivery Diaries: The Podcast to be curious, connect, ...
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Positive and empowering birth stories told to you by those who were there, alongside host Chloe. Have you ever wondered what it's like to have a c-section? What a home birth is like? What it's like to birth unassisted? We hear from a huge variety of people as to how they birthed their babies. The one thing they all have in common? Their births were empowered and positive. If you've listened and would like to support the podcast, you can do so here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/birthstoriespod
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Birth control pills with Mrs. pill
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Identifying gaps, acknowledging biases, and co-creating a trauma-informed standard of birthcare with change agents across the spectrum of birthwork.
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Join us for a deep-dive into reproductive health, rights, and justice issues like abortion, birth control, sex education, women’s rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and more. New episodes debut every Tuesday, giving you an insider’s perspective on what is happening and what you can do to fight back.
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Everything a pregnant woman and her partner need to know to support them in preparation for labour, birth, and the early days with a new baby. This podcast gives both you and your partner the confidence and knowledge about the role they play throughout your birth, so they don't undermine or ruin the birth for you. Throughout these episodes, my guests and I will share with you our experience of being a birth keeper and advocate for women across the globe. This podcast is inclusive and invites ...
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Are you looking for birth stories and radical wisdom from mothers and birth workers? The Radical Birth Podcast was created in the hopes to empower and educate mothers in their innate ability to birth on their own terms. Fill out the application below if you would like to share your story on a future episode. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1F8xQSgOUetCvrmvrB2ljAVdF4L4qyNIQYqeWz9gqZSk/viewform?edit_requested=true
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Denver-based home birth midwives Gina Gerboth and Nedra Hale discuss all things birth and breastfeeding, some of which might be of interest home birth families, midwives, and student midwives.
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Podcast - Cocoa Pods Series: A feature of the Birth Center Foundation. We discuss all things' women, all things' pregnancy, all things' after. Reasons why women fall very sick ( morbidity) or die (mortality) before pregnancy (adolescent girls and young adults),during pregnancy and after are discussed in this maternal morbidity and mortality reduction academy; especially with an emphasis on minority women, all over the world; and ways for all involved in care to work together collaboratively ...
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Hey pregnant mama! Feeling overwhelmed by an avalanche of advice? Wish someone would spell out your options, and not just the routine ones? You're not alone. I am SO excited to bring you The Empowered Pregnancy Podcast, your shortcut to evidence-based info, minus the fluff. On my show, we question the status quo, nerd-out on some research, and keep it REAL with the unfiltered truth. Oh ya, and we’re hella productive. I'm talking about that mile-long pregnancy to-do list….you know, the one wi ...
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Birth. It is everywhere. Literally. Every day with each birth there are new stories to be told, wisdom to be shared and knowledge to be learned. Elizabeth Bachner sees birth in a unique way: As life lessons that help us grow as spiritual beings having human experiences. Childbirth is her prose, her jam, and her calling. We are your safe space for the sharing of those experiences from all different perspectives and many walks of life. Through curious conversation and storytelling, there is al ...
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Welcome to Advice to My Younger SELF! Join SELF’s editor-in-chief, Rachel Miller, as she interviews SELF’s cover stars about the life lessons they wish they’d learned earlier.
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Step into the Umaversity Podcast, where no topic is off-limits and every story matters. Hosted by Jo Sarah, founder of Umaversity, this podcast is your gateway to the raw and real aspects of female+ mental, body, and sexual wellness. Join us for heartfelt stories, expert advice, and honest conversations that will make you laugh, cry, and maybe even blush a little. It's more than a podcast; it's a movement to make every woman+ feel seen, and heard, and be educated. Join our tribe—empowerment ...
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Tropical storm Barry Louisiana July 12th Friday.
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Gentle pregnancy meditations as well as specific relaxation scripts for a natural labor and birth.
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In this podcast I deconstruct the romanticism holding up the adoption industry and expose the lies, abuse, and pain that gets silenced. I'm here to unwrap the shiny bow around adoption and speak my truths as an adoptee. In doing so, I explain what it means and what it feels like to “come out of the fog”. This isn't your feel good podcast, I am an angry, healing and honest adoptee.
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Empowering rising & current doulas to do the work and join the conversation.
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From the stuff your mother never told you, to the stuff your doctor never learned, On Health features taboo-busting conversations that demystify and de-stigmatize our bodies, all while bridging the gap between conventional medicine and wellness. Join Yale-trained MD & midwife Aviva Romm and her line-up of expert guests as they discuss everything from periods to menopause, sex to reproductive health politics, and motherhood to mental health. Each week, Dr. Romm will be exploring the science a ...
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The Bible Program with Nader Mansour will build and grow your faith in Jesus Christ. Hear sermons and talks that will inspire your walk with Jesus. Learn the word of God with power, clarity, and practical application. Give it a listen and you will be blessed.
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Birthworker Podcast — The Business Podcast for Doula Entrepreneurs
Kyleigh Banks — The Autonomy Mommy
Turn your passion for birth into an incredibly successful doula career that allows you to quit your day job, stay home with your kids, and make a lasting impact on the world.
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Your guide to pregnancy and gentle birth. Host Deborah Flowers is both a Registered Nurse and a Certified Professional Midwife at The Farm Community, internationally known as the home of Spiritual Midwifery. Co-host Ibu Robin Lim was recognized as the 2011 CNN Hero of the Year for her work as the founder of the Bumi Sehat Clinic Birth Center and Clinic in Bali, Indonesia. Topics for Season 1 include Choosing a Care Provider, the Safety of Home Birth, Prenatal Care Not Prenatal Scare, and Bir ...
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The Birth of Clarity podcast aims to help men conquer chaos and cultivate clarity through interesting guests and discussions. Discover new perspectives and unlock your power & potential. Support - https://buymeacoffee.com/BirthofClarity Twitter/X - https://x.com/BirthofClarity Newsletter - https://birthofclarity.substack.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/birth_of_clarity Telegram - https://t.me/BirthofClarity GETTR - https://gettr.com/user/birthofclarity
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If you love pregnancy, birth, parenthood and everything in between, join us on our journey. We are 2 doulas who love to talk about birth, motherhood and life in general. In addition to being a licensed and certified massage therapist and sole owner of Tranquil Touch Birth & Women's Wellness, Exie is an experienced doula and childbirth educator of almost 20 years and over 120 births. Ciana is rising in her journey as a birth professional. Join us for conversations about support, growth, and h ...
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A podcast giving women permission to celebrate themselves! 2 Licensed Mental Health therapists with over 35 years combined experience come to you as friends, life-giving hosts to guide you and encourage you to RSVP to your own life! We give real conversations about the challenges women face daily. In your busy every day life, you will receive gifts to live your best life by finding joy & courage, all while you listen in car line, at the gym or walking into work.
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Most women struggle with their transition into motherhood. So, I created the “Oh Baybee!” podcast to help pregnant women successfully give birth and transition from bump to bundle. Hi! I'm Stephanie Poole. In this podcast I'll not only tackle the basics of birth prep, childbirth and lactation, but I'll also spend time on the less talked about – but much needed conversation on mommy-care. In this podcast, I reveal tried and true tips, tricks and strategies that'll make your transition into mo ...
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So today we're going to be talking about a topic that I talked quite a bit about last month on my Instagram, but I recently archived the majority of my posts. So the post isn't there anymore, but I talked about it in my stories a little bit, and it's about how, you know, if you're done having kids, I feel like this is a question that So many of us …
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Get ready to dive into a world of relaxation and body love with our latest episode! Today I’ve got Prenatal massage therapist Nicole Trombley who joins me to chat about the wonders and the science behind prenatal massage. Nicole shares some eye-opening study results that show moms who indulge in prenatal massage, experience fewer complications duri…
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Episode 172 The Unexpected - A Chat with Prof Emily Oster
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Ever wondered how to navigate the uncertain terrain of pregnancy complications with confidence? Join us as we welcome Professor Emily Oster, an economist from Brown University and a celebrated author, who brings her latest data-driven insights to the table. In this episode, we dive deep into her new book, "The Unexpected: Navigating Pregnancy Durin…
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Exploring Abolition, Intergenerational Trauma, and Creative Resistance w/ Benjamin Lundberg Torres Sánchez
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Send us a Text Message.By Zaira
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Advanced Maternal Age My A$s! Pregnancy & Birth For Moms Over 35 Years Old
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Empowered Pregnancy Podcast: Don't Let Age Scare You Mama! This episode tackles the often-feared label of "Advanced Maternal Age" (AMA). I'm here to challenge the fear-mongering surrounding pregnancy over 35 and empower moms to focus on overall wellness and building a positive support system. Here's what I get into: Why the term "AMA" might be more…
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#27. Breastfeeding After C-Section - What you need to know with Jacque Ordner
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In this episode of The Labor Room Podcast, Heather Knezic interviews Jacque Ordner, a Motif Medical Advisor, IBCLC, and BSN, about the unique challenges and solutions for breastfeeding after a C-section. Jacque shares valuable insights on overcoming common obstacles, effective breastfeeding positions, and the importance of support systems for C-sec…
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You can have a fabulous birth experience at a hospital, but it requires thoughtful preparation. Adriana Lozada helps simplify this process by going through some of the best practices to get you there. Sponsor offers - TIME SENSITIVE! NEEDED - Get 20% off at ThisIsNeeded.com with code BIRTHFUL HONEYLOVE - Get 20% off at HoneyLove.com/Birthful JENNI …
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Its YOUR Birth Day! Podcast Episode 3 - "The Gift of the Critical Voice"
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Send us a Text Message.By Helene Shute & Christina Hanse Cohen
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In our latest episode, we’re diving into a hot topic: the role of doulas in advocacy. Hollie, Liana, and Megan share their personal experiences and thoughts on what it means to be an advocate as a doula. They explore whether the term 'advocate' fits or if we need a new way to describe the unique support doulas provide. From navigating hospital dyna…
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Ep.62-Allison Goyne-2 Vaginal Births-NICU-Believe in Birth
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Send Kiona a Text Message! In this episode, Allison dives into how her first birth with her daughter was traumatic and how it led her to become a birth doula. She also shares the the details of how she felt when she was unexpectedly pregnant with her son after being adamant of “one and done” in addition to sharing about her redemptive home birth. D…
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Some people say that nursing your baby is "free” — and while there certainly are unique cost savings associated with feeding human milk, there can be expenses associated with it, too. How can you maximize your lactation-related benefits? And what does the law have to say? Adriana shares practical tips about the financial side of infant feeding. Spo…
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https://wholemothershow.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/kpft_240624_200000wholemother_trimmed.mp3 John V. Geisheker, JD, LL.M, has practiced medico-legal law as an arbitrator, mediator, litigator, and law lecturer, for over 30 years. He is currently the full-time pro bono Executive Director and General Counsel for Doctors Opposing Circumcision, an i…
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Want to Fight for Reproductive Health? Fight for Medicaid, Too.
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Medicaid, the largest public health insurance program for people in the United States, exists on a state-by-state basis. But how could Medicaid possibly relate to sexual and reproductive health? Fabiola de Liban, Director, Sexual and Reproductive Health, with the National Health Law Program, sits down to talk with us about what is covered under the…
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Birth Stories: Cory's Story of Navigating Conflict with her OBGYN
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In this candid and heartfelt episode of Birth, Baby! Podcast, we delve into Cory's empowering birth story, filled with unexpected twists and valuable lessons. Join us as Cory bravely shares her journey of pregnancy and childbirth, where her initial choice of OB led to a series of interventions she hadn't anticipated. Tune in to hear Cory's honest a…
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Our Best Advice on Navigating and Setting Boundaries with Loved Ones & How to Handle Postpartum Expectations
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Postpartum is really a time for mom to be healing, and for bonding to happen between mom, baby, and birth partner. It's this sacred space that you get to enjoy together as a family. There are some things that make it go well, and there are some things that can make it not go as well. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Pos…
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66. Have a Home-Like Hospital Birth and My Home Birth Preparation Tips
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If you want a home-like birth experience in the hospital setting, this episode is for you! Join me as I share my home birth preparation tips and how they aren’t much different than how I would plan for another hospital experience. Many women want the intimacy, atmosphere, and autonomy of a home birth, but it's not always the right fit for everyone.…
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Rediscovering Intimacy and Pleasure with Emily Nagoski
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I’m so excited to share an encore interview with the brilliant, hilarious, and incredibly insightful Emily Nagoski, author of Come As You Are, Come Together, and Burnout (co-written with her sister). Emily is a renowned sex educator who brings a blend of scientific rigor and relatable storytelling to the conversation about women's sexual health and…
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Tiffany Cagwin: From Fatigued to Fired Up! | WAM212
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TIFFANY CAGWIN is a Certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner and Yoga Teacher. She is an experienced executive leader and transformational coach who has a passion for helping others thrive by guiding them to shift their mindset, take action towards goals and embrace self-care. An explorer …
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45: Navigating Inclusive Birth Support & Deeping Your Mind-Body Connection - with Sabrina Ortolano
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Let’s talk about inclusive care for expecting individuals. In this enlightening episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Sabrina Ortolano (she/her), a Birth Doula of nearly thirty years and owner of IPSB, Los Angeles’ longest-running massage and bodywork school. As a queer birthworker and body worker, Sabrina shares her wisdom about how to take …
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What No One Tells You About Induction: A Candid Conversation for Empowered Pregnant Mamas
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It's time to talk about the controversial and highly nuanced topic of induction! This podcast episode discusses induction of labor, a procedure to kickstart birth. I've got the induction guru herself- childbirth educator, Vanessa, on talking about the reasons why inductions happen and the risks associated with them. Here are the key points covered …
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Fertility Awareness Method (FAM) w/ Carly from Bluebird Doula Co
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Most women use hormonal methods of birth control, but there is another effective option that has no side effects! Fertility Awareness Method is a mode of tracking fertility & ovulation for the sake of preventing or achieving pregnancy. Tiffany has been using a very similar method for years, and loves it! Learn more from Carly in this episode! Resou…
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In this episode, Justine and Sarah Lavonne respond to the MOST appalling things that nurses have heard at the bedside. They dive into a candid conversation about language and communication in healthcare, particularly focusing on cervical exams. They share personal experiences, insights, and practical tips for improving patient care and comfort. The…
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044 I Birth Before and After Finding God (with Christine Hollis)
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When you’re not in relationship with the Lord, and you’re going through something as life changing as birth for the first time, things can seem pretty scary, especially if you’re navigating something as serious as postpartum psychosis, but God can and still uses these incredibly emotional situations in our lives to draw us closer to Him. Hear how G…
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Disclaimer: I am not a doctor.... I am a doula who has witnessed a plethora of births both completely undisturbed at home and induction at hospital. I come from a place of seeing the hospital births being scarier and less natural. The lies are unnecessary and unneeded. They happen to coerce women into speeding things up and rushing the process beca…
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116: The Power of Consent & Connected Care in Homebirth & Post-Birth Hospital Transfer
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In this episode, Sheyda and her partner Corentin (who goes by Coco) share their experience of having a home birth for their son, Hugo. They discuss their prenatal journey in choosing to give birth at home with a midwife team and doula team and how ideal their birth team was for them because they prioritized consent-based, connected care. They share…
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How to Be Glorified: Discover the Incredible Truth!
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Are you glorified? Most people might answer "no," but what does the Bible say? In this episode, we delve into the practical and theological ramifications of this profound question. Discover how understanding biblical glorification can transform your life and perspective. Join us for an enlightening study that reveals the incredible truth behind bei…
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Count the Kicks: Ensuring Baby's Well-being with Kimberly Isburg
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Join us for a crucial episode of Birth, Baby! Podcast as we unravel the importance of kick counting in pregnancy. Many expectant parents have heard about kick counting but may feel unsure about how to effectively practice it. That's why we're thrilled to have Kimberly Isburg, an expert from Count The Kicks, to guide us through this essential prenat…
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Episode 138: Working with Independent Contractors
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Navigating the challenges of working with independent contractors as an agency owner is no small feat. Your agency's reputation, especially your own, hinges on contractors doing their jobs well. Many owners feel compelled to control contractor performance to ensure the work meets their high standards. However, regulations for independent contractor…
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My Alaskan Awakening & A Big @SS Announcement
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The Real Raw Truth of Motherhood (And How to Thrive!) Feeling overwhelmed and lost in the chaos of motherhood? You're not alone! This episode dives deep into the messy, beautiful reality of raising tiny humans, from the challenges of pregnancy to the whirlwind of those early years. I'm sharing a personal, vulnerable AF story about following my intu…
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Its YOUR Birth day! Podcast Episode 2 - "The Messy Middle"
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Send us a Text Message.By Helene Shute & Christina Hanse Cohen
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Ep. 123 - Pushing 101 : What Every Expecting Parent Needs to Know
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Join us for an engaging discussion as Hollie, Liana and Megan dive into the essentials of the pushing stage of labor. Discover how to navigate this crucial part of childbirth with confidence. We share personal stories highlighting the wide range of experiences, from quick 10-minute pushes to marathon 4-hour efforts. Learn about the unique sensation…
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Seeing Life Through an Herbalist’s Lens with Olivia Amitrano
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In this fresh and delightful episode I sit down with Olivia Amitrano, herbalist, host of the popular What’s the Juice podcast and founder of Organic Olivia, a successful botanical medicines company. Olivia opens up about her transformative journey through herbalism, personal growth, and the essential practice of honest self-reflection on the relati…
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How to Organize Truly Helpful Postpartum Support From Your Friends and Family
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Michelle Peterson shares with Adriana a fantastic framework for setting up your postpartum village of support that spreads the responsibility over many people (seven to be exact) so that you are well-resourced beyond the first few weeks of postpartum. She explains how to prepare and why you’ll need a team leader to coordinate it all to make sure yo…
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Top 10 Pregnancy Complaints and Practical Remedies to Cope with the Not So Fun Side of Pregnancy
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While there are so many amazing things to appreciate about pregnancy, there are also a few complaints that many women have. We compiled a list of the Top 10 Complaints that we've gotten in our messages about pregnancy and have some practical tips on how to cope with them! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Postpartum Cour…
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Sibling Support: Navigating Birth with Children Present
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In this insightful episode of Birth, Baby! Podcast, we dive deep into the often-contemplated decision of whether to have siblings present during the birth of a new baby. Join us as we welcome back the esteemed midwife, Leonora Colen, from Home Birth Honey in Austin, Texas, to explore the nuanced pros and cons of this unique birthing experience. In …
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The Healing Power of Nature:Stress,Sleep and Community
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Can reducing screen time before bed really enhance your sleep quality? Learn from Dr. Jessica Patella as she shares transformative lifestyle tips that promote better mental and physical well-being for women in maternal health. From the secrets of improved sleep hygiene through melatonin production to the importance of setting healthy boundaries wit…
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Abortion Providers Share Their Reflections on a Post-Roe America
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Two years after the overturning of Roe v. Wade, abortion providers across the United States are sharing their reflections on the current state of abortion access, how to take action, and their visions for the future. Guests include: Dr. Rachel Chisausky, family medicine physician in the Northwest and fellow with Physicians for Reproductive Health D…
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65. Collecting Colostrum During Pregnancy: How To Do It and Why You Should Try
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Pregnant moms often wonder if it’s worth it to collect colostrum during pregnancy? Or maybe you’re completely new to the idea of hand expression during pregnancy! In this episode, we delve into the benefits, methods, and reasons behind colostrum harvesting. Join us as we explore this valuable practice that can provide a great start for your newborn…
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This episode is all about pregnancies that go past the due date, what the complications of that can be, how we manage it in the midwifery model, and what the options are for assessing baby’s wellbeing during this period. TW: We talk about late-term pregnancy loss in this episode, so please take care of your hearts when deciding whether this episode…
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44: The Secret to Making An Effective Birth Plan
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On this episode of the Mindful Womb Podcast, we explore the importance of creating a birth plan and how to make an effective one! In this episode, we dive into the following: What is a birth plan Why creating a birth plan is an important process 5 mistakes to avoid when writing a birth plan How to ensure you make an effective birth plan Ready to cr…
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Heather Goodwin, Holistic Therapy, Part 2
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https://wholemothershow.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/kpft_240617_200000wholemother_trimmed.mp3 Heather Goodwin is the Director of Heights of Health Holistic Therapy Services, and Heather empowers adults and children with proven life-transforming tools. Her mindfulness, behaviorally-based and multi-disciplinary approach is rooted in the recognitio…
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Heather Goodwin, Heights of Health Holistic Therapy
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https://wholemothershow.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/kpfthd3_240612_130000wholemother_trimmed.mp3 Heather Goodwin is the Director of Heights of Health Holistic Therapy Services, and Heather empowers adults and children with proven life-transforming tools. Her mindfulness, behaviorally-based and multi-disciplinary approach is rooted in the recogni…
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This Pregnancy Coach Says, Ditch The Due Date
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Finally, Due Dates Demystified! This episode of the Empowered Birth Project tackles the question: What happens when your baby arrives after your estimated due date? I get into the science behind due dates, revealing why they're more like "guess dates" and how pregnancy timelines can vary. Here's what you'll learn: How the traditional due date calcu…
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#63 Navigating Cat II FHR Tracings: Tips for Nurses with Heidi Nielsen
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In this podcast episode, Justine and Sarah Lavonne meet with guest, Heidi Nielsen, a Bundle Birth educator and who is an expert in fetal monitoring. They discuss the fear and issues that many nurses have with Category II tracings and the importance of recognizing and accurately charting them. They also discuss the need for nurses to advocate for th…
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