Whether you are pregnant and looking for inspirational birth stories through your pregnancy, trying to conceive, breastfeeding, or postpartum; if you're a first time mom or a veteran parent of multiple children, you can learn, laugh and maybe even cry a little at these moving childbirth stories from those willing to share one of the most intimate moments of their lives.
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A community in Victoria, BC, Canada, where people can listen to and share birth stories.
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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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In the Evidence Based Birth® podcast, we cover the research evidence on hot topics about pregnancy and childbirth! Our mission is to help birth workers build the evidence based knowledge, skills, and power they need to protect families' ability to give birth with empowerment. The work we do has a huge impact on parents who are searching for accurate information to empower their prenatal, birth, and postpartum experiences!
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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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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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I'm Poppy! So excited to have you here :) I'm a certified Hypnobirthing practitioner, doula and mum from London. I speak about pregnancy, birth and motherhood. https://www.hypnobirthing-positive-birth.com/popthatmummmalinks Enjoying the pods? Feel free to buy me a hot chocolate https://www.buymeacoffee Please note, this podcast not a substitute for professional medical advice.
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Rahelios & Celeste share their perspectives on the considerations, realities, and ramifications of a truly Natural, Empowered, and Free birthing process at home, and how this sets the stage for a relationship, family life, and children like no other. Including a father's perspective, and born from multi-generational experiences and 10 unassisted homebirths of their own, they wish to bring clarity and confidence to couples who may be feeling unsafe, uncertain, and unsupported.
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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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The Birth Choices podcast uncovers the choices available to you in pregnancy and birth. By showcasing personal stories of birth choices — interviewing women and birthing people about how they chose and experienced their model of care, and speaking with experts in each of these domains, we aim to leave you feeling informed, able to make autonomous decisions, and ultimately confident in your innate ability to birth. https://www.instagram.com/birthchoices_
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A Podcast of Mothers' stories of childbirth. Weekly interviews with mothers giving their first hand accounts of child birth in Australia. Designed to help educate and inform first time pregnant women, parents wanting to have better subsequent births and birth enthusiasts who love to hear and tell birth stories. An entertaining and heartfelt resource for pregnancy, labour and delivery and postpartum.
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Sex Birth Trauma with Kimberly Ann Johnson
Kimberly Ann Johnson: Author, Vaginapractor, Co-founder of the School for Postpartum Care
Cutting-edge, pioneering conversations on holistic women's health, including sex, birth, motherhood, womanhood, intimacy and trauma with doula, certified Sexological Bodyworker, Somatic Experiencing practitioner, and author of Call of the Wild and the Fourth Trimester, Kimberly Ann Johnson.
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You're not alone in your uncertainty about this monumental life stage of pregnancy and birth. If you’re ready to replace the overwhelm of late-night Googling with expert conversations and stories of strength and positivity from women just like you — join us on the top-rated All About Pregnancy & Birth podcast. The All About Pregnancy & Birth podcast is your place for supportive, evidence-based information from Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins, an OB/GYN physician who’s been in practice for nearly ...
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A platform for women to share their experiences with pregnancy and birth without feeling shy about the detail Become a supporter at https://plus.acast.com/s/irelands-birth-stories. https://plus.acast.com/s/irelands-birth-stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The birth world can be overwhelming for parents and practitioners alike. Dr. Stuart Fischbein and Midwife Blyss Young and their combined 55+ years of experience are here to support you in this beautiful rite of passage.Join the weekly conversation as we blend wisdom and humor in discussing our recent births, the latest research, traditional healing, and instinctual birth.
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Join host Maryn Green, autonomous midwife of many years, for all things radical birth, midwifery and mothering related. For more info, go to indiebirth.org. To listen to past episodes visit https://indiebirth.org/podcastarchive/
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A birth story podcast highlighting the emotional impact of birth, the immediate postpartum period, and the years beyond. Hosted by Jordan Monir, a postpartum doula and Sophie Holliday, a perinatal mental health therapist. Jordan and Sophie aim to provide a platform for those who have experienced or supported childbirth in sharing their unique story. Both fierce advocates of mental health and community support, Jordan and Sophie attempt to reduce the stigma of openly discussing the challenges ...
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We’re exploring option from conception to childhood to help women take control of their fertility, birth experience, postpartum healing, and motherhood journey! This is a safe space for all parents to hear what the experts have to say and to hear from influencer parents and their take on parenthood! Join us for all things birth and parenthood for an empowering and educational walk with a birth and newborn expert and the found of Tranquility by HeHe Maternity Concierge, HeHe Stewart.
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A podcast created with passion by a Brisbane mum with a strong desire to learn about all the positive and beautiful sides to birth. This space is created for all women to see, hear, and share empowering birth stories and advice in the hopes to heal and educate others. Each week I'll be chatting with Australian mothers, partners, and professionals to inspire other women on their own journey to motherhood. Instagram: @positivebirthaustralia
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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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Birth Becomes You - education and community for birth photographers with hosts Monet Moutrie and Jennifer Mason. We believe in a world where birth is visible. Where shame is absent, fear is translated to power, and each individual’s experience is honored as valid. Access comprehensive courses and resources to grow your birth business here, in our social communities, and at birthbecomesyou.com.
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Join us as we dive deeper into the rising severe maternal morbidity and maternal mortality rates in the United States through a data-driven, quality improvement lens. Each episode will foster discussion with those committed to improving maternal health outcomes and saving lives.
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Pregnancy Birth & Beyond where stories, science, traditions and new ideas meet. We work and live on Bundjalung Country, Australia. Visit us at www.pbbmedia.org
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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 ...
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The Natural Birth Podcast is here to bring Embodied Birth Wisdom from Women from All over the World sharing their Natural & Empowering Birth Stories, with the aim to Inspire and Encourage Mamas to Believe in their Bodies and in the Natural Birth Process. Visit Anna and find out about all her offerings in the world at www.sacredbirthinternational.com Follow The Podcast on Instagram @thenaturalbirthpodcast Patreon patreon.com/thenaturalbirthpodcast
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Join Shiloh and Dani Bryant on the NU-Birth Fitness Podcast, where we empower moms to transform lives and change the world with expert fitness guidance, inspiring stories, and practical tips for a healthier, happier you. Embrace personal transformation and embark on a journey of strength, wellness, and unstoppable confidence, nurturing your mind, body, and soul.
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Military Birth Talk features birth stories from service members, spouses, veterans, and providers, all told through the unique lens of birthing in the military. Birth is a profound, unforgettable experience leaving a lifelong imprint on our hearts. For military families and service members, giving birth and parenting in our community presents its own unique, challenging, and empowering realities--giving birth alone or in a foreign country, navigating Tricare during miscarriage or infertility ...
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Join Liz and Natalie, two average Midwest moms having authentic conversations surrounding birth stories. We're here to laugh with you, cry with you, and hold space for you while normalizing all of the unknowns that have caused us to pivot through this empowering journey through parenthood!
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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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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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The Birth Journeys Podcast®️: Lifting the veil on the birth experience
Kelly Hof, BSN, RN: Labor Nurse & Prenatal Coach
Welcome to The Birth Journeys Podcast®, a unique space where we share powerful and transformative birth stories that illuminate the realities of childbirth. Hosted by a labor nurse and prenatal coach who specializes in transformational coaching techniques, this podcast goes beyond traditional birth narratives to foster healing, build trust, and create transparency between birthing individuals and healthcare providers. In each episode, we dive into essential topics like birth preparation, deb ...
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A resource to support expecting moms (and partners, too!) with evidence-based information to navigate the awesome adventure of pregnancy, birth, and being a new parent. Vanessa Merten provides evidence based info that goes way beyond the typical “pregnancy instruction manual”. Every episode is designed to give you all of the evidence, research, pros, cons, risks, and benefits – all so you decide what the best option is for YOU and feel confident about your decisions during your pregnancy and ...
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Dr. Cindy Tahhan, ND is a naturopathic doctor and birth guardian. This podcast is about rewiring how we think about pregnancy, birth, and postpartum by offering a holistic perspective that empowers you to embrace your journey with confidence and strength. Each week, we’ll bring you interviews with experts, valuable advice, and birth stories to help you feel prepared and empowered. We’ll dive deep into the transformative experience of bringing new life into the world and explore ways to make ...
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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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MyMaine Birth is a space where we share the real life stories of families and their unique birth experiences in the beautiful state of Maine. From our state's biggest hospitals to Birth Center Births, and home births, every birth story deserves to be heard and celebrated. Whether you are a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth, these episodes are for you. As part of my commitment to capturing these incredible moments, as a certified Maine birth photogr ...
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Take ownership of your pregnancy, birth, and parenthood! Join Deb Flashenberg as she dives into conversations with some of the world’s leading pregnancy, birth, yoga and parenting experts. Deb and her guests are voices of calm and reason, sharing practical, relevant, insightful and evidence based information that is helpful for people at all stages of parenting. These lively conversations will inform and entertain you as you embark on this new phase in your life. Deb is the founder and direc ...
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Life after birth is a podcast hosted by me; mother, psychologist and coach, Yara Heary. This is where I'll talk to women about their complex experiences of being a mother. You'll find me talking to experts but not how you've heard them talk before. I'll be asking them about their experiences behind their expertise - who were they before a mother, how has it changed them, and who have they become.
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Hi! I'm Heidi, experienced Birth Doula and host of the Birth Story podcast brought to you by Birth Story Media™. I support moms through their fertility and pregnancy journeys and help have trauma free birth stories and labor stories. When moms embrace their pregnant bellies and their pregnancy and await the arrival of their baby or babies they are going to feel many emotions and have many visions about what will happen during child birth. "Is this normal?" "What does a contraction feel like? ...
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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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Hosted by Elsie. Homebirth mama x2, mental health nurse, and an ex-student midwife that still has a strong passion for birth and supporting women. Sharing stories from births at home around Australia. Using the power of story telling, this podcast will hopefully empower, inspire, and motivate.
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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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A Redemptive Natural Birth Center Birth
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Today on The Natural Birth Podcast we have Ashley Ashley is a mama of 2 from Michigan, USA. She is a full-time content creator with a recipes website, called Fit Mitten Kitchen, where she develops recipes and works with various brands in the food and wellness space. Today she shares about her 2 birth stories. We starts briefly talking about her fir…
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Ep. 287: Choosing an Egg Donor with Laura Watson
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Today, HeHe is joined by fertility coach, Laura Watson, to explore the conversation of growing your family through donor eggs, how to navigate that decision making process and what that process looks like! Laura shares the various routes families can consider when trying to find a donor, how to discover agencies in your area and how to talk to your…
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Homebirth dad of 4 babies born at home shares his experience || Dan's experience supporting birth at home (Queensland)
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Hello! I would love to hear what your fave part of the ep was. Send me a msg by clicking here :) This is another episode in the partners supporting birth at home series, and today Dan, husband of Rosie who shared her birth at home stories in episode 43, shares his experience. As dad to 4 baby’s all born at home, it was great to get some insight int…
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EP 213: Navigating Single Motherhood, Finding Sisterhood, and Forming Kinship with Marysia Miernowska
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In this episode, Kimberly and Marysia discuss how they’ve navigated the challenges and benefits of single motherhood. In many ways, their lives and stories run parallel: surprising pregnancies, marrying into another culture, becoming single mothers with babies, and living out single motherhood while being entrepreneurs. This honest, raw, and tender…
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S5 EP160: Keshia Tognazzini: Positive Hospital Birth/Private OB/Freebirth/Wild Pregnancy/Precipitous Labour/Predromal Labour/4.6kg Baby
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On today’s episode I sit down with Keshia, one of the cohosts of The Road to Wisdom podcast, as we dive into her five unique birth experiences. Keshia’s journey into motherhood began with a hospital birth under the care of a private OB who had also delivered her and her siblings. Though her first birth was free of interventions and medication, it w…
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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…
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Your favorite military birth podcast returns next week!
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Military Birth Talk will be back with Season 3 next week! This season will bring more birth stories from service members and military spouses, plus roundtable discussions, updates on advocacy work, policy conversations, and more. Join us on August 29th and find a new episode in your favorite podcast app every Thursday. Follow along with Military Bi…
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What you need to know about epidurals for pain relief in labor
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Epidurals provide excellent pain relief during labor but there are risks and side effects. Learn how epidurals work and things you need to know before you get one. And no need to take notes, you can grab my comprehensive guide to managing pain in labor here! Our Sponsors: * Check out ByHeart and use my code DRNICOLE for a great deal: byheart.com/po…
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Episode 17: The Body Keeps the Score with Joanna Cook, LMSW
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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…
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Defying Diagnosis: How One Mom Took Back Her Health Without Medication
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What if the diagnosis you feared most wasn’t the end, but the beginning of an extraordinary journey? In this episode, we dive deep into a story that every mom needs to hear—a powerful tale of transformation, resilience, and defiance. Listen in as we share how one mom faced a life-altering diagnosis and chose to fight back in a way that will inspire…
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#375 The Courage & Wisdom of Andy Wakefield
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Doctor, author & filmmaker, Andy Wakefield and doula and actress, Emmy Robbin join Dr. Stu in a conversation about the corruption of research, the media and the medical industry. We talk about the harm that is done and why they keep doing it. The director of Vaxxed and the new film, Protocol 7 shares his backstory, the lies then that are still bein…
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EBB 324 - Blending Birth, Science, Technology, and Storytelling with Erica Chidi, Co-founder and CEO of LOOM
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Erica Chidi joins us to share her journey from working as a full-spectrum doula to becoming an educator and leader in women's health. With over a decade of experience, Erica discusses how her upbringing in a medical family, coupled with her unique approach to doula work, led her to create LOOM, a health information app designed to empower women and…
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Insider Tips From a Labor and Delivery Nurse, with Mandy Irby
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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…
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I cannot believe I made you! | Janelle, Part 2
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Join us in a conversation with Janelle Grizzard, a mother and the new owner of Luna Wellness, a Portland based clinic focused on women’s perinatal physical health and wellness. If you missed part 1, make sure you go back and listen to that episode first! In part 2 we hear more of Janelle’s story and what happens after the birth of her son. After a …
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Why Your Baby May Benefit From Pediatric Physical Therapy with Dr. Emily Schlicht, PT, DPT
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When today’s guest reached out to me about bringing a pediatric physical therapy conversation to the table, I was all in. Apart from my well-known love for all things anatomy and my own experience with PT, I was really curious how it even works with newborns and babies! For this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I am joined by Dr. Emily Schlict. Em…
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Lael Stone on Finding Herself in Motherhood
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*This is a replay series of previously released episodes, as I prepare all new episodes with new guests. This replay series are the top 4 most listener to episodes and although we can't have favourite - they are very loved by me too!* In this episode of Life After Birth I chat to Lael about her experience of becoming a mother and travelling this pa…
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Is Cesarean Birth Safer than Vaginal Birth?
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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…
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Birth Stories: Navigating Pregnancy and Birth as a Teenager
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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…
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924| Unintentional Homebirth following Speedy Labor Birth Story - Liz Parker
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Links: Get the Genate Test by SNP Therapeutics, learn more at genate.com and use code BIRTHHOUR15 for 15% off your order. Know Your Options Online Childbirth Course (code 100OFF for $100 off) Beyond the First Latch Course (also comes free with KYO course) Support The Birth Hour via Patreon! Liz's first birth story here.…
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Embracing motherhood, self discovery, creativity and more! My thoughts & tips on early motherhood 💖 what did you think of this one? Share in the comments!
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052 I Wielding Faith to Overcome Fear (with Natasha Davidson)
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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 …
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497 | Erika, Pre-Eclampsia, HELLP Syndrome, CMV, missed miscarriage, emergency caesarean
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In today’s heartfelt episode, Erika shares her challenging and inspiring journey into motherhood with her two little boys. Erika opens up about conceiving after a short period of trying, only to face the heartbreaking loss of her first pregnancy due to a missed miscarriage at 10 weeks. She candidly shares her emotional and physical experiences of c…
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Why Brighter Days and Darker Nights Matter For Your Fertility, Pregnancy and Mothering Journeys
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This episode is an interview and chat with Nikko Kennedy, quantum biologist and doula. I love the wisdom she shares here around light and the Sun and all of the reminders to help us get back to what we know. Being human does come with challenges, but it also comes with built in systems to allow Nature to heal us. Links For This Episode: https://www…
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Today Oni Blecher speaks with Anna Watts. Anna is the Founder of Celebration of Birth, and has been guiding women and their partners through the journey of pregnancy and birth for over 30 years. Anna believes in honouring and celebrating birth as a ‘rite of passage’ for mother, father and baby, supporting empowered birthing choices and strengthenin…
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What Homebirth Supplies Do You Really Need?
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Send us a Text Message. Is your birth plan overloaded with unnecessary items? Join us as we unpack the essentials of home birth, focusing on what truly matters for a smooth, comfortable experience. We draw from our own journeys to highlight indispensable items like hot water and absorbent bed pads, while debunking the myth that you need hats, glove…
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Ep 49 Kristen Woodruff Awake Nurse Mama
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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…
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118: Water Breaks Early, Preemie in NICU: Chantal’s story
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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…
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Birth Uncensored: The Raw Version of Dr. Cindy’s 1st Birth
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In this episode of the podcast, we dive into the raw and real aspects of childbirth with our recurring guest, Melissa Horlick. Our segment, titled "Birth Uncensored," aims to share not only the beautiful moments but also the challenging ones that are often left untold. We discuss how birth stories contribute to our collective wisdom and can be a pr…
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198 How Dad's Can Help You and Be The Best Father and Partner / Dad coaching/ Welcome to Fatherhood with David Arrell (New 2024)
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Did you listen to the previous episode 197? Start there. I interviewed David Arrell, the author of Welcome to Fatherhood, in 2021. This is a part 2 follow up in 2024 to that initial discussion. This episode is about hoow men can achive their highlest level of healthy mascunlinity and embrace fatherhood and partnership successfully. Please share thi…
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EP 17 - Positive Medicated Hospital Birth with Jessie Macleod
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In this episode, Jessie talks about her positive medicated hospital birth where she laughed her baby out. We talk about postpartum and finding a community of people that you can truly lean on. @nettlesnhoney https://nettles-and-honey.mailerpage.io/ Consider donating to this podcast: https://gofund.me/d2c51d61 Disclaimer: The content on this podcast…
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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…
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51: Overcoming Loss & Finding Joy in Pregnancy Together: Steph and Iman's Birth Story
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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…
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What Every Birth Photographer Needs to Know
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Today we are chatting about everything every birth photographer needs to know. We cover everything from the wild unpredictability of births to mastering your camera in challenging lighting. We are talking about how being on call is both an art and a mental gymnastics routine, and dive into the nitty-gritty of marketing your birth photography busine…
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16. Care provider choices for First Nations women and babies — an interview with Res McCalman
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In this episode we speak with Res McCalman, a Ballardong woman, midwife and researcher who is part of the team responsible for the Baggarrook Yurrongi culturally inclusive caseload midwifery pilot program, a project which implemented continuity of midwifery care for First Nations women and babies at three key maternity sites in Victoria (with plans…
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You Can't Get There From Here: Rural Perinatal Health Through the IHS Lens
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Christie is delving into the unique challenges and innovative solutions in rural and Indigenous maternal health care with Dr. Tina Pattara-Lau, Maternal and Child Health Consultant at the Indian Health Service (IHS). Dr. Pattara-Lau shares her experiences and insights on improving patient access to quality care through culturally safe practices, pa…
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Neri Life Choma: Revolutionizing Childbirth Through The Birth Coach Method
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Send us a Text Message. Discover how to transform your childbirth experience with insights from Neri Life Choma, a seasoned childbirth educator, birth doula, and the visionary behind the Birth Coach Method. We delve into the emotional and mental readiness that modern childbirth demands and explore how traditional methods may no longer suffice. Neri…
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88. Katie's Journey through Pregnancy after Loss
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Send us a Text Message. Katie's path to motherhood is fraught with heartache and hope, from the devastating loss of her first pregnancy at 16.5 weeks to enduring four more miscarriages before successfully carrying her daughter, Fiona. She shares the emotional turmoil of each loss and the daunting task of finding the right OB-GYN in Maine, shedding …
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Jayme: Twin Pregnancy, Selective Reduction, Pregnancy Loss, Home Birth
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Send us a Text Message. In this heart-wrenching episode of Golden Hour of Earth, Jayme shares her emotional journey of twin pregnancy and loss. From the initial excitement of discovering she was pregnant with twins to facing a devastating diagnosis, Jayme recounts the difficult decisions she and her husband had to make. Follow their story as they n…
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