))
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!
…
continue reading
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!
…
continue reading
Birth Like a Mammal™ is a community created for both parents and doulas. Lindsay has over a decade of professional doula experience supporting families during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Combined with her B.S. in Animal Science, Lindsay is an expert on mammalian birth. Most of what is taking place in hospital L&D units is not in alignment with mammalian biology, and the complications that arise during and from giving birth can be prevented or avoided altogether by simply giving birth l ...
…
continue reading
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 ...
…
continue reading
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.
…
continue reading
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 ...
…
continue reading
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 ...
…
continue reading
I want to educate and empower you to follow your intuition and trust your body and instincts in pregnancy, birth, relationships, breastfeeding, and life.
…
continue reading
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 ...
…
continue reading
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.
…
continue reading
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!
…
continue reading
If you are planning to become pregnant, trying to conceive, are currently pregnant, or have birthed a baby in the last few years, OR you are working in the birth field, Birth As We Know It ™️ is the podcast for you. Birth As We Know It ™️ is a birth story and birth experience podcast that is dedicated to recognizing the many different ways that birth unfolds. The good, the bad, and everything else in between. You will hear birth stories and birth experiences from the perspective of birthing ...
…
continue reading
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 ...
…
continue reading
1
Motherhood Flow - VBAC tips, preparing for a vaginal birth after c-section, preventing cesareans
Hannah Gill | VBAC Mom, VBAC Doula, and Childbirth Educator.
Welcome to Motherhood Flow, your go-to motherhood 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 mothe ...
…
continue reading
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 ...
…
continue reading
The birth story podcast
…
continue reading
Information on birth, natural parenting and health
…
continue reading
The She Births® Show is a place that will inspire your birth, evolve your parenting and help you live a life you love. Nadine Richardson, founder of She Births®, hosts a collection of conversations with special guests about better births, a philosophy of connected parenting and conscious, healthy living. Each season includes topics for not only parents and parents-to-be but fellow birth professionals. She Births® is a scientifically verified childbirth education program (BMJ, July 2016). It ...
…
continue reading
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.
…
continue reading
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 ...
…
continue reading
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 ...
…
continue reading
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 ...
…
continue reading
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 ...
…
continue reading
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
…
continue reading
Birth control pills with Mrs. pill
…
continue reading
Identifying gaps, acknowledging biases, and co-creating a trauma-informed standard of birthcare with change agents across the spectrum of birthwork.
…
continue reading
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.
…
continue reading
Welcome to The Ordinary Doula Podcast with Angie Rosier, hosted by Birth Learning. We help folks prepare for labor and birth with expertise coming from 20 years of experience in a busy doula practice, helping thousands of people prepare for labor, providing essential knowledge and tools for positive and empowering birth experiences.
…
continue reading
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.
…
continue reading
1
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 ...
…
continue reading
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 ...
…
continue reading
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!
…
continue reading
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 ...
…
continue reading
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 ...
…
continue reading
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, ...
…
continue reading
Tropical storm Barry Louisiana July 12th Friday.
…
continue reading
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
…
continue reading
Gentle pregnancy meditations as well as specific relaxation scripts for a natural labor and birth.
…
continue reading
Your wild corner of the internet where Chaya talks about birth, motherhood, and life in the mountains of western Montana. Discover more at momtana.org
…
continue reading
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 ...
…
continue reading
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.
…
continue reading
Empowering rising & current doulas to do the work and join the conversation.
…
continue reading
Welcome to the Navigating Parenthood Podcast where we guide you through the mysteries of trauma, baby sleep, feeding issues, pregnancy experiences, birth outcomes, baby development, and attachment through the postpartum years. Join us on this journey as we explore the multifaceted world of raising children, sharing honest stories, expert insights, and practical tips to help you navigate the rollercoaster ride of being a first time parent. From the sleepless nights of newborns to the joys and ...
…
continue reading
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 ...
…
continue reading
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
…
continue reading
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 ...
…
continue reading
Bonnie was tired of the bland and serious podcasts she encountered when searching for something to listen to in the sea of podcasts about doulas and birth. So in this podcast, Bonnie is calling the shots and keeping it real. Talking about her experience on being a full spectrum doula working with birth, postpartum and death work through story telling, funny quirks and honestly blunt confessions.
…
continue reading
Our radio show Indiana Adoptee Network News will interview those in the adoption community.
…
continue reading
Today's episode features a twin home birth! Kelly and Kevin came through my Hypnobirthing classes in 2020 and had a home birth for their first child(Kevin’s 2nd child )and assumed they would have their second baby at home too. But finding out they were having twins opened a few more hoops to jump through. As with so many couples who find out they a…
…
continue reading
Ever wondered how grandmothers and family members can truly make a difference during childbirth? This episode of The Ordinary Doula Podcast is packed with insights and personal stories that reveal the powerful roles they play. Listen as we unpack the nuanced ways family birth culture influences perceptions and practices around childbirth. We’ll tal…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 17: The Body Keeps the Score with Joanna Cook, LMSW
50:40
50:40
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
50:40
In episode 17 of The Birth Like a Mammal™ podcast, Lindsay welcomes Joanna Cook, a Texas-based therapist and Mother, to discuss the profound impact of therapy on women struggling with birth trauma. Joanna shares her journey from experiencing a traumatic birth to becoming a therapist specializing in nervous system regulation, somatic embodiment, and…
…
continue reading
1
At Least You Have a Healthy Baby: The Hidden Epidemic of Birth Trauma in the US
30:34
30:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
30:34
Despite advancements in medical technology and a growing awareness of maternal health, the emotional and psychological experiences of birthing mothers in the US often go unnoticed. In this eye-opening episode, Aviva Romm, an experienced midwife and MD, delves into a topic that is often overlooked and misunderstood—birth trauma. Aviva shares her per…
…
continue reading
1
Ep. 66-Kelli Tuttle-IVF-Adoption-Pre-term-2 Vaginal Births-Nathan, Julia & Talia
47:27
47:27
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
47:27
Send Kiona a Text Message! Support the Show. Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you like this podcast, don’t hesitate to share it and leave a review so it can bring the podcast to the attention of others. If you want to share your own birth story or experience on the Birth As We Know It™️ Podcast, head over to https://birthasweknow…
…
continue reading
1
Insider Tips From a Labor and Delivery Nurse, with Mandy Irby
1:03:34
1:03:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:03:34
Even though you may not have met them before, labor and delivery nurses are an essential part of your hospital birth team. In this episode, Registered L&D Nurse Mandy Irby talks with Adriana about why nurses may love and hate birth plans, how to navigate triage, the difference between hospital rules and body rules, why IV sticks can be so tricky, t…
…
continue reading
1
The New Protections Added to Title IX—and the New Challenges it Faces
27:49
27:49
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
27:49
Title IX, a civil rights law enacted in 1972, is a statute meant to protect students from sex discrimination in educational environments to maintain equal opportunity to educational access. This year, the Biden administration released a new Title IX rule, which provides additional protections for those who are most likely to experience sex discrimi…
…
continue reading
1
Is Cesarean Birth Safer than Vaginal Birth?
35:46
35:46
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
35:46
If you're looking into the pros and cons (or benefits/risks) of Cesarean birth versus vaginal birth, listen in! You are capable of making these decisions for yourself. You do not have to be bullied or coerced into believing your body is not capable of growing your baby and knowing how to birth it. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essen…
…
continue reading
1
Birth Stories: Navigating Pregnancy and Birth as a Teenager
53:10
53:10
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
53:10
Summary Kameryn Matranga shares her story of what it was like being pregnant and giving birth as a teen mom…TWICE. She shares the challenges she faced with friendships, balancing school and parenthood, and her ability to advocate for herself in the medical system. She also shares what postpartum and breastfeeding were like for her. She shares her j…
…
continue reading
1
52: How to Harness Altered States of Consciousness To Reduce Labor Pain
42:48
42:48
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
42:48
Ready to learn how you can harness the power of your mind to ride the waves of labor and reduce pain? Altered states of consciousness have been widely studied in labor and they can help us naviate birth with more ease In this episode, we dive into the following: What are altered state of consciousness and how do they relate to labor How to access a…
…
continue reading
Hey there, and welcome to the Momtana Podcast – your wild corner of the internet where I chat about birth, motherhood, and life in the mountains of western Montana. In this episode, I go over Chamomile in Herbalism. References: Common Herbs for Natural Health by Juliette de Bairacli Levy; page 37 Wise Woman Herbal for the Childbearing Year by Susun…
…
continue reading
1
Alexandria Devito: 9 Months Is Not Enough | WAM216
53:24
53:24
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
53:24
Alexandria DeVito, MS, CNS, is a functional nutritionist who specializes in fertility and preconception health. She is the founder and CEO of Poplin, the first pre-pregnancy wellness company. Prior to founding Poplin, Alexandria worked in management consulting at McKinsey & Company. She holds a MBA from Harvard Business School. She also has a maste…
…
continue reading
Text Hannah! Finding a VBAC supportive provider is really freaking hard in a lot of areas and it can be one of the most stressful parts of preparing for a VBAC. So when it's time to decide whether or not to stay with the same provider who did your c-section you might be wondering what to do. The majority of people in the birth world would tell you …
…
continue reading
1
Skip the Cookies, See a Lactation Consultant
23:08
23:08
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
23:08
We're in the thick of Breastfeeding Month and so what better way to celebrate than to talk about all the different weeks of celebration that you can join in on AND why you need to book a lactation consult yourself? Skip the online chat forum because a cookie and some tea are not going to solve the root cause of your lactation troubles. Listen in to…
…
continue reading
1
052 I Wielding Faith to Overcome Fear (with Natasha Davidson)
53:07
53:07
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
53:07
Hindsight is always 20/20, and we are blessed that God allows us to learn things through our experiences to help make changes for the better next time. Even though there are some things that Natasha would choose to do differently in her next birth experience, God was right there with her through her entire journey and gave her the peace that comes …
…
continue reading
1
Ep 49 Kristen Woodruff Awake Nurse Mama
1:12:18
1:12:18
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:12:18
Send us a Text Message. Kristen spent 10 years as a dedicated NICU nurse, providing care to the most vulnerable newborns. However, her journey took a dramatic turn when she was let go for refusing to take the experimental shot. Since then, Kristen has become a trusted voice on Instagram, offering parents critical insights into childhood vaccines an…
…
continue reading
1
118: Water Breaks Early, Preemie in NICU: Chantal’s story
1:05:32
1:05:32
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:05:32
Today we welcome new mom, Chantal. Previously diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome, Chantal expected getting pregnant to take a while, so getting pregnant on the first try came as a surprise. On the heels of completing birth class and having a marathon of 3 baby showers, another surprise happens when Chantal’s water breaks prematurely at 35 w…
…
continue reading
1
Christian Hypno Birth Guided Meditation and Prayer
26:13
26:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
26:13
Send us a Text Message. I decided to do a longer meditation and was getting so many requests for prayer and hypno birth meditation! I decided to combine this into a 25 minute meditation you can do in pregnancy in your bath, or end of the day and then in labor if you need a reminder of anything! Love you guys! Message me through the message option i…
…
continue reading
1
Group B Strep (GBS) in Pregnancy: What it means for labor!
19:31
19:31
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
19:31
Summary In this episode, Ciarra and Samantha discuss group B strep (GBS), a common bacteria found in the intestines or lower genital tract of 10-30% of adults. While GBS doesn't cause symptoms in healthy adults, it can be dangerous for newborns. They explain what the options are for a GBS positive parent when giving birth. They emphasize the import…
…
continue reading
Imagine being on call 24/7 for 20 years, constantly ready to support families during one of the most significant moments of their lives. On this episode of The Ordinary Doula Podcast, we pull back the curtain on the unpredictable, physically grueling, and emotionally demanding life of a doula. From the sleepless nights and disrupted personal routin…
…
continue reading
Why breastfeeding is hard & how to make it easier Welcome to Season 10 Episode 2 of the She Births® Podcast. Today I talk with midwife and lactation consultant, Katie James from The Midwives' Cauldron & The Feeding Couch. Katie has been a midwife for over 23 years and Lactation Consultant for more than 17 years. She teaches midwives, doctors and do…
…
continue reading
Creating meaningful connections with your prospective clients—is a vital skill for any successful doula. Building trust and a personal connection is essential for securing clients and providing the best support throughout their journey. Many practical strategies can be utilized to connect on a deeper level, from the first consultation to ongoing ca…
…
continue reading
Today's episode we have midwife Jenny West back to talk about breathing techniques for labor and birth. Sometimes as educators there are challenges with teaching breathing because it's simpler than people think. Hypnobirthing breathing(or any method of breathing you are using) just takes practice ahead of time so you can stay focused when your body…
…
continue reading
Join Cheryl and Liana for a thoughtful and down-to-earth conversation about birth plans and the impact they can have on your childbirth journey. They'll share why a birth plan is more than just a checklist—it's a way to communicate your hopes and preferences, so you feel truly supported throughout the process. In this episode, you'll hear about the…
…
continue reading
1
Midwifery closure of Women’s Specialists of Houston at Texas Children’s Hospital
58:52
58:52
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
58:52
https://wholemothershow.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/kpft_240812_200000wholemother_trimmed.mp3 We at Whole Mother are saddened and outraged at the loss of the midwifery portion of the Women’s Specialists of Houston at Texas Children’s Hospital. This show will feature the voices of our community speaking against this closing. Please help us get th…
…
continue reading
1
[Birth Stories] When the Curveballs Come Before and After the Birth, with Mandy Alexander
53:07
53:07
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
53:07
Mandy Alexander got pregnant at 40, having had bariatric surgery 7 years before that. During what she describes as her ‘bariatric-geriatric’ pregnancy, she worked through her fear of childbirth and ended up with the unmedicated and collaborative birth experience she was looking for. However, breastfeeding was a whole other beast. Mandy was prepared…
…
continue reading
1
Project 2025’s Sweeping Implications for Reproductive Health and Rights in the U.S.
29:05
29:05
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
29:05
In previous episodes, we’ve outlined Project 2025’s reach into global governance, LGBTQI+ health and rights, and the international sphere. Sabrina Talukder, Director of the Women’s Initiative at the Center for American Progress, sits down to talk with us about what the Heritage Foundation’s conservative roadmap means specifically for U.S. sexual an…
…
continue reading
1
Navigating Postpartum Recovery After a Cesarean
37:19
37:19
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
37:19
Summary In this episode, Ciarra Morgan and Samantha Kelly discuss what C-section recovery looks like. They cover the different types of C-sections, including planned and unplanned, and how recovery can vary depending on the type. They emphasize the importance of rest, asking for help, and staying on top of pain medication. They also recommend seein…
…
continue reading
1
51: Overcoming Loss & Finding Joy in Pregnancy Together: Steph and Iman's Birth Story
1:15:22
1:15:22
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:15:22
Steph and Iman share their conception and birth story, highlighting the lessons learned and the ways in which their experience with an infertility diagnosis and prengnacy after loss can inspire others. In this episode, we dive into the following: Navigating an infertility journey in partnership Overcoming loss Finding joy in the journey to parentho…
…
continue reading
Hey there, and welcome to the Momtana Podcast – your wild corner of the internet where I chat about birth, motherhood, and life in the mountains of western Montana. In this episode, I chat with Diana and Michael of Terra Nest Farm, a local homestead serving the Missoula community. Find Terra Nest Farm at: www.momtana.org/medicine-guild Remember to …
…
continue reading
Midwife Charli sits down with former HAH clients Melodie & Wes. Listen to their story to learn about how Wes went from feeling unsure about homebirth to realizing that midwifery care was actually the most thorough and partner inclusive care model. Melodie shares about her pregnancy journey in our office and also all about her epic homebirth with he…
…
continue reading
1
Unmedicated Birth Story: Journey from a Traumatic Birth to a Healing Unmedicated Birth with Erika Bielska
1:02:36
1:02:36
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:02:36
Today's birth story is a little bit different. Erika shares two very different birth experiences. She shares the trauma she experienced and had to process from her first birth, and how redemptive her next birth was. She does an excellent job of pointing out what did not go how she hoped and what needed to change for her next experience. Her stories…
…
continue reading
1
Overcoming Your Baby's Reactive Food Allergies with Support with Dr. Trill
48:35
48:35
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
48:35
No lactation journey is the same, but each one encounters unique ups and downs — one for many is a protein allergy to something in the breastmilk. So in today's episode, we chat with Dr. Trill about infant allergies, the difference between an allergy and sensitivity, and how to figure our what your baby may be allergic to with founder of Free to Fe…
…
continue reading
1
051 | How Home Birth Can Offer Freedom and Peace Of Mind (with Jeni and John Davis)
1:23:14
1:23:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:23:14
A last minute 66 hour induction at 37 weeks is not exactly what John and Jeni had planned for their daughter’s birth, but their naïvety of being young, first-time parents got the better of them. From the moment they got home from their nearly week long stay at the hospital, Jeni was already planning the redemptive second birth she knew God had for …
…
continue reading
Curious about how the new RSV vaccine could protect your baby? Join me, Florence, as we uncover the latest addition to the UK’s maternal vaccination program. In this episode of the OBSpod, I break down everything you need to know about the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine. Learn how this innovative recombinant vaccine works & why it's cruc…
…
continue reading
1
E41: Preventing Gestational Diabetes and Preeclampsia Through Nutrition and Lifestyle with Brittany Fox
28:46
28:46
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
28:46
Can your diet and lifestyle choices really prevent complications like gestational diabetes and preeclampsia during pregnancy? Brittany Fox, a nutritional therapy practitioner and functional hormone specialist, joins us to challenge conventional wisdom and reveal how the rising incidence of these conditions is tied to broader health issues. Fox dive…
…
continue reading
In this doula episode, Ashley and I are opening up a conversation with doulas on autonomy and it may get spicey. If you listen as parents – it will open up some questions for your doula as to what type of advocacy they are offering you for the birth room. Be open to having a straightforward conversation with your doula and practice the skills you w…
…
continue reading
1
Ep.65-Angela Roberts-IVF-Miscarriage-Cesarean-Endometriosis-Preeclampsia-HELLP-Micro Preemie-NICU-Bennett
1:12:33
1:12:33
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:12:33
Send Kiona a Text Message! In this episode, Angela talks about her struggles with conception through IVF due to her late diagnosis of stage 4 endometriosis. She also talks about her micro preemie birth experience with her son Bennet at just 25 weeks gestation in addition to some of the details of how having a tiny sick baby in the NICU was impacted…
…
continue reading
1
Celebrating Breastfeeding Month: More Than Milk
20:12
20:12
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
20:12
Breastmilk has been referred to as "magic milk" and though it is, it's actually a whole process more than simply milk, which is why is so unique. In today's episode, Shari shares her own lactation journey and talks about the many reasons breastmilk consists of more than the milk itself. Connect With Us Website: https://www.navigatingparenthood.com …
…
continue reading
1
Unplugging from the Attention Economy and Reclaiming Your Time with Jenny Odell
1:12:15
1:12:15
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:12:15
If you find yourself feeling chronically overwhelmed, with a to-do list you can’t ever get to the bottom of, and a nagging feeling that you’re never quite doing enough, this episode is for you. Joining me is Jenny Odell, the acclaimed author of zthe books How to Do Nothing: Resisting the Attention Economy and Saving Time: Discovering a Life Beyond …
…
continue reading
1
How Will You Show Up At Your Birth?, with Shalome Stone
54:53
54:53
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
54:53
Here’s the thing about preparing for birth: you can read all the books, take all the classes, listen to all the podcasts, set up a dream birth team, but no amount of preparation will get the birthing done for you. Shalome Stone tells Adriana why pregnancy is the ideal time for doing the inner work that will allow you to step up and own your birth a…
…
continue reading
Many of the outlined ambitions of Project 2025 are focused around concentrating executive power, de-regulation, and religious protections, all of which have massive implications in the U.S. and around the world. Gillian Kane, Director of Global Research and Advocacy at Ipas, sits down to talks with us about the active, global reach of Project 2025 …
…
continue reading
1
What Your Labor & Delivery Nurses Want You to Know with Nurse Sydney
39:24
39:24
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
39:24
We love hearing from medical professionals about their perspective during birth, especially from our Labor & Delivery Nurses! Our guest this week is Nurse Sydney, a L&D nurse in Toronto who shares educational and entertaining content about pregnancy, delivery, postpartum, and newborn care. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Bir…
…
continue reading
1
Advice from the Doc: Back to School Health
29:11
29:11
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
29:11
Dr. Whitaker is back with us to talk about back-to-school health. He explains how children get virus and why it’s more common for some children than others. We also chat about how stress and the introduction of new viruses during the holiday season also play a role. Dr. Whitaker gives some ideas on ways to minimize risks of getting sick so often an…
…
continue reading
