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**TOP 1.5% RANKED PODCAST** Hi! I’m Aly McClain. Bible-believing Christian, Wife of 10 years, Mama to 4, Homemaker, Registered Nurse and Homebirth Coach. I’ve been in the birth world for 7 years and 5 of those years have been helping women prepare for and experience a peaceful birth. After having a traumatic and unexpected ”emergency” c-section I started learning about physiological birth. Despite a diagnosis of low-lying placenta I went on to have a beautiful pain-free water birth at home. ...
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It's Bigger Then Hip Hop radio! Where we have those HIGHER INFINITE POWER HEALING OUR PEOPLE type conversations with brilliant black minds. Our show is all about the Hip Hop culture and empowering our people . While providing great content and guest such as Dr. Dick Gregory, Susan L. Taylor, Dr. Julia Hare, Karen White, Adina Howard, Dr. Steve Perry, John Marshall Jones,Tony Terry, Mama Sol, Nene Ali, Charnele Brown, Mako Girls, Syleena Johnson, D. Channsin Berry, Tabitha Brown, Lina Loi, C. ...
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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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What do you think when I say.. “Pelvic floor” Wonder, confusion, empowered maybe you cringe a bit? What I find is that there are a lot of women struggling with things like leaking urine, unenjoyable romantic experiences with their spouse or just feeling off but they don’t know where to go, what’s normal and how to even help. In this episode we talk…
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Want to know where I got my coaching methods from?? How can I help people get a peaceful homebirth, isn't birth unpredictable? Yes... but the Peace isn't! My first homebirth baby is 6 years old today! I can barely believe it! Everything I learned during her pregnancy and more is what I started applying to all my doula and coaching clients. I saw MI…
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Are you ready for a couple of super encouraging birth stories? My guest Desirae is so calming to listen to and you just hear the peace and joy in sharing her birth stories. Desirae is a stay at home mom to 2 kiddos and she has some amazing stories to share that include last minute changes, lessons learn, and just the experiences she has had birthin…
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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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God works in amazing ways! Our culture loves to demoralize women when it comes to birth. We downplay the miracle and the power of the encounter of birth. Even Christians have a tendency to forget the spiritual aspect of prepared and experiencing birth. We also discuss the sovereignty of God event when a traumatic birth happens. My guest today is Le…
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Have you ever thought to yourself, “I’d love to homebirth but I just don’t think I could do it.” or maybe you’re planning a homebirth now but you’ll still get the intrusive thoughts saying, “There is no way you’ll be able to handle labor at home!” Have you fallen into an agreement with the enemy that you are not able to homebirth? Let’s explore tha…
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You’re newly pregnant and looking in the mirror thinking… “Oh my goodness my body has changed so much!” This can affect many women in different ways. Body image during pregnancy is not always easy to wrap your mind around. Today I have Tammy Potter on the show to discuss Body image during pregnancy and postpartum. Tammy is a renowned pregnancy and …
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Join Homebirth Hub TODAY and get 10% off using the code BIRTH10!! Somewhere deep in your heart do you know or have you always known that homebirth is what you want? Maybe what kept you back is a lack of people around you who have done it, maybe a medical diagnosis you’ve had in the past that prevented you from looking deeper into homebirth, maybe y…
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Moms are not the only ones who feel nervous about birth, dads often do, too! Here are some pro tips for dads from an experienced dad who has had a hospital birth, birth center birth, & home birth. Dads, soak in the education & learn how to feel more confident prior to birth! Resources Mentioned: The Fourth Trimester by Kimberly Ann Johnson: https:/…
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Enter to win the 100k giveaway! Closes 6/8 at 11:59PM CST! Leave a review- scroll down to where in purple it says “leave a review.” Rate and review SCREENSHOT BEFORE you click send. Post the screenshot in the Peaceful Homebirth group on Facebook- facebook.com/groups/peacefulhomebirth Bonus points screenshot you sharing your favorite episode on soci…
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100k GiveAway Instructions: Join the private facebook group- facebook.com/groups/peacefulhomebirth Leave a review for the show and screenshot and post it in the group BONUS- get extra points when you share your favorite episode, take a screen shot and share it in the FB group! This giveaway is only open until June 8th at 12am so hurry and do it now…
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Titus 2 talks about how older women are supposed to teach younger women what is good, and so train the young women to love their husbands and children. In this episode of Peaceful Homebirth I have one of these Titus 2 women on. She has had 9 live births all at home. 4 of those were unassisted. Then her daughter carries on the legacy of unassisted b…
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Many moms are afraid to advocate for themselves in the hospital. But that shouldn't be the case! Nurse Christina joins us today to tell us all about how she advocates for her patients and how they can advocate for themselves! Resources Mentioned: The Midwife's Apprentice book: https://www.amazon.com/Midwifes-Apprentice-Karen-Cushman/dp/0547722176 C…
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Is one of your holdbacks for homebirth is that it's too expensive? You have to pay out of pocket and it seems like an impossibility. Today, I want to give you 3 things to think about or implement so that you can afford what you need to thrive during pregnancy and have a peaceful homebirth. Get 10% off of Homebirth Hub when you join the waitlist tod…
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Why choose a hospital birth when a homebirth is safer for low risk pregnancies? That’s what one couple asked themselves as they were deciding how their first birth was going to look. Hannah and David come on the show today to share their experiences from conception through postpartum of their first baby and how the fingerprints of God were all over…
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Are you asking “what type of birth class should I take?” What do I need to know in order to have a peaceful homebirth? No I haven’t read your Google searches I just know when I was a first time mom I thought that all I needed was the best birth course and my birth would be perfect. I had a high pain tolerance and I was determined but what I didn’t …
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Join the Waitlist for Homebirth Hub bit.ly.PHHwaitlist Want to hear a story of a surprise twin homebirth?? I’m excited to bring this conversation I had with Elizabeth of Purely Parsons to you. We talked about so many things, how culture gives us a twisted view of birth, the benefits of being at home, the difference in prenatal care between home and…
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Join the waitlist for Homebirth Hub today and get 10% off when this course releases! Click Here to join the waitlist What are you going to do to prepare for a homebirth? You want so badly to overcome fears, feel confident and all while growing your relationship with the Lord right? You've taken your health seriously in other areas and now you're re…
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Our modern cultures teaches us that we should fear birth. But that just isn't true! Regardless, many of us still have fears and concerns surrounding birth that are very hard for us to work through. In this episode, Aly McClain, registered nurse, homebirth mama, & producer of the Peaceful Homebirth podcast & previous Empowered Birth podcast, shares …
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Are you wondering what exercises you can do during pregnancy and postpartum that are safe? Maybe you haven’t started working out in your pregnancy because you don’t know where to start or maybe you’re newly postpartum and want to make sure that the work outs you’re doing are helping, not hurting your pelvic floor! Join the waitlist for Homebirth Hu…
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Join the waitlist for Homebirth Hub - bit.ly/PHHwaitlist Are you looking for a Christian Homebirth Course that will prepare you for a Christ-centered, peaceful birth? Taking a holistic approach to planning, meaning a full Mind-Body-Spirit look at preparing. Homebirth Hub is for you! Get on the waitlist now and be the first notified when it comes ou…
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What if you plan to homebirth, you get your heart set on this dream and then you transfer? Most of the time fear can be overcame with knowledge. Today my guest comes on to share with you what the real stats are for transfer and how to make empowered decisions if it does happen for you! You’re going to find the information in here helpful and encour…
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Join the waitlist for Homebirth Hub - bit.ly/PHHwaitlist If you’re a first time mom you have probably asked or will ask “but how will I know when I’m in labor.” That’s such a good question but I also think it may not be as important to answer as you think it is. For my last 3 births I have experienced prodromal labor which feels like early labor an…
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Gestational diabetes is fairly common among pregnancy women in America. Lily Nichols, author of Real Food for Gestational Diabetes and renowned registered dietician & certified diabetes researcher, covers many important topics regarding how to care for your blood sugar and healthful eating during pregnancy! Resources Mentioned: Lily Nichols' Site h…
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Join the waitlist for Homebirth Hub - bit.ly/PHHwaitlist I hope you’re ready for some great homebirth stories! I have such a fun episode for you today because it’s a couple! Husband and wife dream team! It was so fun to hear them recount their 2 homebirth stories and I know you’re going to love it! Dr Andy and his wife Kelsey live in Omaha, NE. The…
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Join the waitlist for Homebirth Hub - bit.ly/PHHwaitlist How can Christians Biblically think about using intuition during pregnancy and birth? I’ll also be talking about time instinct comes in and what the difference between the two are. If you're looking for a peaceful, intuitive birth experience you'll want to listen all the way through to get so…
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Join the waitlist for Homebirth Hub - bit.ly/PHHwaitlist Have you ever wondered, “Why am I wanting a homembirth so bad when everyone else seems fine going into the hospital?” Maybe you’re getting some flack from your family and friends about your decision to stay home and you need a confidence boost. Well today’s episode was a powerful interview wi…
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Have you ever wondered what questions to ask during a homebirth interview? Today I’m going to be giving you some questions that aren’t so typical but give you a big clue into how this midwife approaches birth. Just because you choose to homebirth doesn’t mean you’re exempt from unnecessary interventions and interference. Stick around for this impor…
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We covered so many topics in our birth intervention series, but we couldn't cover everything! Here are several questions from listeners & our corresponding answers! We cover: Hospital-provided/volunteer doulas Enema for induction Placenta care Cervical exams Induction at 42 weeks And more! Check out Informed Pregnancy+ https://www.informedpregnancy…
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What happens when you desire to homebirth but your home is not an option? Maybe there isn’t a midwife near you, you’re living with family who doesn’t want you to birth there, or you’re living somewhere that doens’t feel safe. Does that rule out your option and your dream to homebirth? Today you’re going to hear a story about what happens when home …
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Join the waitlist for Homebirth Hub - bit.ly/PHHwaitlist Can you really re-wire your brain to increase the joy and peace in your pregnancy as well as have a pleasurable birth? Yes! You can! I know this because I did it and I have taught other women how to take their thoughts captive and use the tools found in the Bible, backed up by neuropsychology…
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Have you ever thought, “Why would I birth at home when it would be free to go to the hospital?” or maybe you’re wondering how you could ever convince your husband to choose homebirth when the cost at the hospital is cheaper. If so then this episode is for you! Notes from today's episode: https://academic.oup.com/past/article/246/Supplement_15/92/61…
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Join the waitlist for Homebirth Hub - bit.ly/PHHwaitlist Are you ready for another homebirth story? Are you a previous c-section mom wondering if homebirth could be possible for you? What about if you’ve had 3 c-sections?? This interview was so encouraging and I know you’re going to find so much value in it! Learn more about the beta course- Join t…
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There are many postpartum interventions that are standard in most hospitals. But many women don't think about these things when they make their birth plan. Tiffany & Rachel will tell you all about many of the intervention, including some things that you don't think of as interventions! Resources Mentioned: Rabbi Mike for Circumcision: https://easyc…
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Join the waitlist for Homebirth Hub - bit.ly/PHHwaitlist My guest today comes on and shares his expertise about the sensory and nervous systems. This episode was so powerful as we discussed supporting your body during pregnancy to prevent sensory issues in your child as well as what to look for in your baby and beyond for signs that their system ne…
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One thing I do know is that the Lord uses all things for good, even traumatic birth experiences. There was a time I suffered with PPD and PTSD because of the unwanted and dare I say unnecessary c-section. 8 years ago tomorrow my first born was brought into the world into strangers hands and bright lights. In this episode I recount the trauma, the t…
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Listen to the co-host of Natural Birth Talk Podcast, Rachel Mans, share her 3 amazing stories of planning for a natural birth in the hospital and then her precipitous homebirth. Shoulder Dystocia is seen as one of the worst childbirth complications and often times it is blamed on a big baby or mother's pelvis. Rachel shares in today's episode how i…
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Join the waitlist for Homebirth Hub - bit.ly/PHHwaitlist Last week my dear friend Jamie Miller and I hosted a Woman's Circle in a cozy living room. 22 women showed up and it was powerful! This is just the beginning of building a community of women who support each other. It starts with "healing the sister wound". If you are near Omaha, NE email me …
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Many hospitals want mom to stay in bed during labor & then push on her back. But Tiffany & I know from experience that upright positions & movement through your entire birthing experience is not only safe, but very beneficial! Learn different laboring positions & the stats that support it in this episode! Check out Informed Pregnancy+ https://www.i…
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Join the waitlist for Homebirth Hub - bit.ly/PHHwaitlist One thing I hear so often from women who've had a baby before it, "I wish I would have taking more time to prepare postpartum." Well today I am going to help you do that by bringing on a special guest that knows all about breastfeeding! Prepare for a peaceful postpartum by listening to my gue…
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Join the waitlist for Homebirth Hub - bit.ly/PHHwaitlist Have you heard about "false labor?" This is also called prodromal labor and it has caused many women to call their midwife too early and lengthen labor as well as discourage you. This episode will help equip you with what you need to have the right mindset and tips to withstand prodromal labo…
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Join the waitlist for Homebirth Hub - bit.ly/PHHwaitlist Gina Mundy is an attorney that specializes in childbirth cases. For over two decades, she has analyzed the mistakes that are made during labor and delivery. Drawing on this knowledge, she has authored the book "A Parent's Guide to a Safer Childbirth" to help parents prevent these mistakes and…
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Join the waitlist for Homebirth Hub - bit.ly/PHHwaitlist I know you desire to be the best mom possible! It starts in pregnancy and birth! The process of preparing for a homebirth has a powerful effect in equipping you for motherhood. In this episode, I share the ways I have seen homebirth first hand, both with my own stories and the stories of othe…
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Pain medications during birth are incredibly common in developed countries. Unfortunately, most moms don't understand the full potential side effects of these meds. Tiffany and I talk about the 4 main pain meds (below) offered during birth AND their potential side effects! Nitrous Oxide Narcotics Epidural General Anesthesia Resources Mentioned: "No…
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Join the waitlist for Homebirth Hub - bit.ly/PHHwaitlist Marisa is a mom to 4, birth doula and stellar story teller! She came on the show today to share her 3 hospital birth stories which included a NICU stay, nerve damage from an epidural and an induction. She later had a realization that she would be a non-compliant patient if she were to birth i…
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Join the waitlist for Homebirth Hub - bit.ly/PHHwaitlist How will I know when i'm in labor? Do you just want to know the practical, nitty gritty of how to labor well? I want to break it down for you and help you mentally and physically prepare for what early labor is going to be like. Are you a first time mom planning a homebirth? Maybe you've had …
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Join the waitlist for Homebirth Hub - bit.ly/PHHwaitlist Do you want to get down to the root cause of your issues? Did you know your tongue can give you a clue about what's going on in your body? Want some tips on growing your endurance so you can push through hard things with ease? Dr Hadar Sophia comes on the show today to share with you from a f…
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Join the waitlist for Homebirth Hub - bit.ly/PHHwaitlist Are you afraid that if you dream about your perfect birth you'’ll be utterly devastated and disappointed? Do you struggle surrendering your birth to God? Dreaming about the future is my forte! I love to dream. The Bible has so much to say about dreaming and I want to share with you today what…
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Medical induction is extremely overused in developed countries, and it is often made to seem perfectly safe and risk-free. Unfortunately, that is NOT true. In this episode, Tiffany & I chat about the facts regarding the 6 main medical induction & augmentation techniques commonly overused today! These include: Membrane Sweep/Strip Breaking the Water…
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Join the waitlist for Homebirth Hub - bit.ly/PHHwaitlist TRIGGER WARNING- This episode is about miscarriage and pregnancy loss. There is a lack of knowledge surrounding the expectant management or the natural approach to miscarriage. Many women don't know their options. My friend Julia comes on the show today to share her experience naturally misca…
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