Best Birth ExperienceppThen Podcasts (2025)

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Making a Birth Plan? Here’s What You’re Probably Missing 35:16

3d ago35:16

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Send us a text The birth plan has become a staple of pregnancy preparation, but most expectant parents are approaching it all wrong. What began as a revolutionary tool for restoring autonomy during the natural birth movement of the 1960s has too often devolved into a rigid checklist that sets birthing people up for disappointment and even trauma. I…

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One Way or a Mother Episode 1: A New Podcast from Dr. Elliot Berlin, DC 31:20

10d ago31:20

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Send us a text One Way or a Mother is a new narrative podcast from Dr. Elliot Berlin, DC, host of The Informed Pregnancy Podcast. Each season is an intimate story of one woman, one pregnancy, and all of the preparations, emotions, and personal history leading up to the birth. Episodes feature the expectant mother along with her family, doctors, and…

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Reimagining Postpartum Care: The 100 Weeks Project with Dr. Venice Haynes 39:02

24d ago39:02

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Send us a text "Congratulations, you're both alive." This shockingly low bar for maternal healthcare success reveals everything wrong with how America treats new mothers. In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Venice Haynes, Senior Director of Research and Community Engagement at United States of Care, shares the urgent mission behind the groundbrea…

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When Nurses Become Magicians: Getting Babies Unstuck with Marya Eddaifi 1:25:56

1M ago1:25:56

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Send us a text From personal birth trauma to revolutionary solutions for laboring mothers—this conversation with Marya Eddaifi reveals how innovative manual techniques are changing birth outcomes worldwide. Marya's journey begins with her own disappointing cesarean birth in 1995, a catalyst that eventually led her to become a labor and delivery nur…

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The Birth of Milk in Motion: One Mother's Journey to Help Others with Laci Tang, IBCLC 1:22:33

2M ago1:22:33

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Send us a text When Laci Tang experienced painful breastfeeding with her first child, she had no idea it would launch her into a career transforming how mothers receive lactation support. Her journey from anxious first-time mom to innovative IBCLC offers a much-needed blueprint for better postpartum care. Birthing at a midwifery center opened Laci’…

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Balancing Knowledge and Intuition: Birth Insights with Dr. Elliot Berlin of Informed Pregnancy Media 58:28

2M ago58:28

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Send us a text Dr. Elliot Berlin transforms how we view childbirth, challenging the check-box mentality that leaves many parents feeling they've failed when birth veers from their rigid plans. Through our conversation, he introduces a revolutionary alternative: approaching birth planning as a flow chart with multiple potential pathways rather than …

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Podcasthon Special Episode: Breaking Barriers in Birth Work with BeboMia 1:09:08

3M ago1:09:08

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Send us a text 🎙️ Special Podcasthon Episode: Breaking Barriers in Birth Work with the BeboMia Doula Scholarship This Birth Journeys Podcast® episode is part of Podcasthon, a global movement uniting podcasters to spotlight impactful causes. We’re shining a light on the BeboMia Doula Scholarship Program, which provides essential training to those wh…

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The Healing Power of Touch: Motherhood, Advocacy & Infant Massage with Khyati Desai-Seltzer 1:23:17

3M ago1:23:17

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Send us a text What if the journey from womanhood to motherhood offered more transformation than you ever imagined? Join us in a heartwarming episode with Khyati Desai-Seltzer, a mompreneur with a passion for social impact, as she recounts how her own birth stories, including an unexpected cesarean delivery, propelled her into a world of empowermen…

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Pearls of Wisdom: If you could go back, what would you tell yourself? 33:36

4M ago33:36

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Send us a text Imagine facing the transformative journey of motherhood armed with the insights you wish you'd known before your first contraction. Our latest episode in the Birth Journeys podcast, part of the Pearls of Wisdom series, does just that by unwrapping the wisdom shared by mothers who've navigated the unpredictable, often challenging expe…

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United States of Care and 100 Weeks of Maternal Support with Natalie Davis 45:35

4M ago45:35

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Send us a text Natalie Davis, a passionate advocate for maternal healthcare reform, joins us to share her journey and groundbreaking work with the 100 Weeks initiative. Natalie’s personal experiences, from navigating the challenges of preterm labor to working in healthcare policy at the forefront of the Obama administration, offer a compelling narr…

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Birth Shame and Reconnecting with Your Body with Wendy Powell CEO of MUTU System 1:07:19

5M ago1:07:19

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Send us a text When Wendy Powell, founder and CEO of Mutu System, first grappled with postpartum challenges, she unknowingly began a journey to revolutionize women's health conversations globally. In our latest episode, Wendy joins us to share her insights on the often-overlooked aspects of perinatal pelvic health and its profound effect on women's…

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Progesterone: Navigating Motherhood's Hormonal Maze with Dr. Shweta Patel 59:37

6M ago59:37

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Send us a text Discover the underestimated power of progesterone with Dr. Shweta Patel, an OBGYN and women's health expert, who shines a light on its critical role in pregnancy and beyond. Gain insights into how this often-overlooked hormone supports everything from the menstrual cycle to postpartum health. Dr. Patel demystifies the scientific intr…

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Embracing Postpartum Emotions with Emily Finnell 52:10

6M ago52:10

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Send us a text Emily Finnell returns to the podcast, sharing her deeply personal and emotional journey through the postpartum phase of motherhood. With a background as a certified HeartMath coach and former special education teacher, Emily opens up about the emotional turbulence she faced post-C-section, grappling with isolation, self-doubt, and so…

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Twins Born at Week 26: Jennifer Bernardo's Journey of Strength and Hope 37:29

7M ago37:29

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Send us a text What happens when your carefully laid plans take an unexpected turn? Jennifer Bernardo, author of "Week 26," brings us into her world as she shares the complexities of premature birth and the NICU journey. Rushed to the hospital at just 26 weeks pregnant, what she thought was a false alarm quickly turned into the premature delivery o…

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Emily Finnell's Path Through Loss and the Gift of Adoption 38:38

7M ago38:38

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Send us a text To kick off Season 3, we’re going back to where it all began. Emily Finnell’s story of a harrowing birth experience and a “free-fall into faith” culminates in a beautiful open adoption that was more life-changing than she could have imagined. Have you ever faced a life-altering moment that shattered your expectations and reshaped you…

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Dr. Shweta Patel: Demystifying Hormones and Empowering Women's Health 48:52

8M ago48:52

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Send us a text Dr. Shweta Patel, a respected and innovative OB-GYN, joins us to unveil her upcoming book, "The Book of Hormones," promising a fresh perspective on the complex role of hormones in women's health. Her journey from wanting to write an all-encompassing guide to a focused exploration of hormones reveals untold stories and overlooked aspe…

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Nurturing Strength: Brigette Panetta's Path Through Adversity and Renewal 48:44

8M ago48:44

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Send us a text Facing the daunting challenges of new motherhood amid a pandemic, Brigette Panetta's story is a testament to resilience and unwavering dedication. Just days before giving birth to her daughter Emerald, Brigette found herself embroiled in an unexpected legal battle over her family business, all while navigating the tumultuous waters o…

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Ashley Martin: From Birth Complications to Creating the NICU Notebook 51:01

8M ago51:01

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Send us a text How does a mother endure the stress of a high-risk pregnancy and the NICU during the early days of the pandemic? Join us as Ashley Martin from Southern Missouri bravely shares her incredible journey, from the initial excitement of a planned pregnancy to the harrowing moments of dealing with complications like a subchorionic hemorrhag…

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Suzzie Vehrs Shares Insights on Doula Support and Maternal Care 49:00

9M ago49:00

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Send us a text Unlock the secrets to a more empowering childbirth experience! Join me as I sit down with Suzzie Vehrs, a dedicated doula and mother of two, who made a remarkable transition from finance to birth advocacy. Suzzie opens up about her personal journey through pregnancy, loss, and the incredible power of support during childbirth. You'll…

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Katie Bayer: Transforming Postpartum Recovery with Pelvic Floor Therapy 42:47

9M ago42:47

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Send us a text Can pelvic floor therapy be the missing piece in postpartum recovery? Join us in this enlightening episode as we sit down with Katie Bayer, PT, DPT, owner of Transition Physical Therapy and co-founder of Behive Wellness. Katie shares her deeply personal journey through a twin pregnancy, a premature delivery at 33 weeks, and the emoti…

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Neri Life Choma: Revolutionizing Childbirth Through The Birth Coach Method 1:34:40

10M ago1:34:40

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Send us a text 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 shares h…

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Elise Nicole Kirkpatrick: Embracing Feminine Power and Mindful Birth Practices 59:54

10M ago59:54

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Send us a text Join us as we uncover the journey of Elise Nicole Kirkpatrick, an internationally acclaimed feminine authenticity and embodiment mentor. Elise shares her powerful birth stories—one marked by trauma, the other by peace. From a challenging 16.5-hour labor at a birth center to the serene home birth of her second child, Elise emphasizes …

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Amy Suzanne on Resilience, Motherhood, and Building Pink Stork 27:32

11M ago27:32

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Send us a text Discover the extraordinary journey of Amy Suzanne, the founder and CEO of Pink Stork, as she navigates the trials of infertility, debilitating nausea and vomiting, and life threatening sepsis—all while supporting her husband during military deployments. Amy's inspiring tale of resilience and faith takes center stage as she shares how…

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Lynn Schulte: Mastering Postpartum Recovery with Pelvic Health Techniques 1:12:33

11M ago1:12:33

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Send us a text Unlock the secrets to a smoother postpartum recovery with Lynn Schulte, a seasoned pelvic floor physical therapist and the visionary behind the Institute for Birth Healing. In today's episode, Lynn shares her journey from experiencing positive births to developing specialized techniques for postpartum care. Discover how she identifie…

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Amanda Kingsley on Compassionate Conversations About Reproductive Decisions 1:00:47

12M ago1:00:47

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Send us a text What if the toughest decision of your life could lead to profound personal growth? In our latest episode, we engage in a heartfelt conversation with Amanda Kingsley, a life and after-abortion coach, who opens up about her deeply personal and multifaceted reproductive health journey. Amanda shares her story of navigating planned and u…

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Tara Accardo: Trusting Maternal Instincts and Navigating Premature Birth Challenges 1:01:20

1y ago1:01:20

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Send us a text What would you do if your pregnancy took an unexpected turn? Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Tara Accardo, a first-time mom and grief and transformational life coach, who shares her compelling journey through pregnancy, an emergency C-section, and the early arrival of her daughter, Audrey. Tara’s powerful story not only hig…

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Grace and Grief: Marcella Jewell's Journey Through Miscarriage, Medical Termination, and Motherhood 1:25:15

1y ago1:25:15

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Send us a text When Marcella Jewell, a warrior in the realm of motherhood, shares her story, you can't help but be enveloped by a tapestry of raw emotion and profound strength. Her journey through the complex world of fertility is one that mirrors a mosaic of life's most tender and tumultuous moments: the joy of welcoming children, the heartache of…

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Jennifer Byrnes: Navigating Parental Grief and Offering Genuine Support 47:58

1y ago47:58

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Send us a text When the waves of parental grief and loss crash upon us, navigating their unpredictable swells can be a journey as unique as our fingerprints. Therapist Jennifer Byrnes, LPC, PMH-C, EMDR certified therapist, joins me to explore these deeply personal experiences, shining a light on the many forms grief can take — from the pain of misc…

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Steph Sellen's Birth Evolution: Lessons in Advocacy and Strength 46:49

1y ago46:49

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Send us a text When Steph Sellen, a mother of six with her seventh bundle of joy on the way, sat down with me, she didn't hold back. Her first childbirth, marred by a traumatic induction, was a stark contrast to the empowered births that followed. As a real estate dynamo and podcast host, Steph's life is as multifaceted as it gets. Our conversation…

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Journey Through Motherhood's Emotional Landscape with Megan MacCutcheon 33:48

1y ago33:48

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Send us a text Have you ever found yourself laughing through tears, or smiling despite a wave of sadness? It's a complex emotional dance that Megan MacCutcheon, LPC, and I explore in our latest episode. Megan, a specialist in perinatal mental health, joins us to discuss the profound ability to experience multiple emotions at once and how acknowledg…

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Jennifer Schlueter: Hypnotherapy in Pregnancy and Childbirth 47:01

1y ago47:01

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Send us a text As I sat down with Jennifer Schlueter, a certified hypnotherapist who lives and breathes the power of spiritual hypnosis, we unraveled a transformative approach to pregnancy and childbirth. Jennifer offers a sanctuary for expectant mothers to not only prepare their bodies for the journey ahead but to also heal from past traumas. Our …

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My First Birth Story 1:03:57

1y ago1:03:57

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Send us a text When life handed me the label "elderly primigravida," I didn't just recoil at the term—I redefined it. Embark on a profoundly candid chronicle where I lay bare the trials and triumphs of my journey into motherhood later in life. Coupling professional expertise as a labor and delivery nurse with my visceral personal experience, this e…

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Childbirth Attorney Gina Mundy's Guide to a Safer Childbirth 1:14:21

1+ y ago1:14:21

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Send us a text Embark on a transformative journey through the landscape of childbirth with our esteemed guest, Gina Mundy, a childbirth attorney and author, whose insights promise to arm future parents with the tools for a safer and more empowered birthing experience. Imagine entering one of life's most significant events, not with fear, but with t…

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Dr. Michelle Gerbi: A Chiropractor's Tale of Birth, Advocacy, and Postpartum Triumphs 1:14:43

1+ y ago1:14:43

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Send us a text When Dr. Michelle Gerbi recounts her transformative birth experiences, it's as if every emotion - from vulnerability to victory - paints a vivid picture for our listeners. Join us as she bridges her journey from unexpected hospital transfers to the very personal decision to fire a bullying doctor, unfolding the resilience and advocac…

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Bianca Sprague: Guardian of the Birth Experience 1:37:17

1+ y ago1:37:17

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Send us a text When Bianca Sprague, the trailblazing founder of Bebo MIA, shifted her career aspirations from OB-GYN to becoming a doula, the landscape of birth and parenthood began to change. In our heartfelt discussion, Bianca shares the pivotal moments that steered her towards doula work, including her mother's home birth and her own challenging…

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Kiona Nessenbaum: Embracing the Duality of Birth Work and Motherhood with Heart and Wisdom 1:24:26

1+ y ago1:24:26

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Send us a text When Kiona Nessenbaum, a dedicated doula and birth worker, shares her story, you can't help but feel the room change. As she recounts her own unexpected journey into motherhood at a young age and her evolution into a professional guiding others through the birthing process, it's a reminder of the resilience and transformative power o…

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Emmy Kissinger: Embracing Birth Story Listening to Transform Trauma into Triumph 45:13

1+ y ago45:13

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Send us a text When Emmy Kissinger, a birth story listener and mental health professional, gracefully stepped into our studio, she brought with her an air of transformation that many mothers will find familiar. Her journey from the shock of an emergency C-section to the serenity of home births encapsulates the profound impact that childbirth can ha…

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Taylor Nosakhere: Finding Your Voice in the Labor Room 1:26:42

1+ y ago1:26:42

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Send us a text When the unexpected unfolds during childbirth, how do we navigate the twists and turns with grace and strength? Taylor Nosakhere, birth coach and doula, joins me to share her profound insight into the world of birth and motherhood. This episode peels back the layers of birthing plans gone awry, from aspirations of a serene birth cent…

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Amy Frost's Journey Through Motherhood: Unmedicated Birth, Postpartum Realities, and the Growth of Babycito 31:22

1+ y ago31:22

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Send us a text Feel the warmth and wisdom as Amy Frost, the inspiring co-founder of Baby Cito and a peri-natal yoga teacher, unfolds the tapestry of her motherhood journey with us. With the intimate details of her first child's winter solstice birth, Amy captures the essence of labor's uncertainty and the profound joy found in an unmedicated delive…

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Mary Adkins: Weaving the Tapestry of Motherhood with Writing and Resilience 1:02:34

1+ y ago1:02:34

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Send us a text When Mary Adkins, accomplished author and writing coach, graced us with her presence on the podcast, we uncovered the tangled web of motherhood fused with professional life. Her journey, marked by the birth of her son Finn, is filled with the kind of transformative experiences only parenthood can bestow. From the financial complexiti…

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Trishia Plett: Crafting a Birth Story Amidst Medical Challenges 1:01:48

1+ y ago1:01:48

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Send us a text When Trishia Plett stepped into the world of motherhood, it wasn't just a birth story she was crafting—it was a testament to resilience, advocacy, and the intimate dance between autonomy and wellness. As a health and wellness ambassador, Tricia opens the doors to her deeply personal journey through the challenges and triumphs of preg…

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S2, Ep.27: Birthing Wisdom: Deciphering Compound Presentations with Kristen Hosaka 45:38

1+ y ago45:38

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What is a compound presentation and how can it make the birthing process potentially more challenging for both the one giving birth and baby? In this episode Chiropractor and Dynamic Body Balancing maven, Kristen Hosaka joins us! She shares absolutely fascinating insights into how she learned to identify compound presentations in utero, what to do …

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The Negative Influence of Stress on Labor and What You Can Do About It 21:57

1+ y ago21:57

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Send us a text Ever wondered how the stress you're feeling could actually pause the miraculous process of childbirth? I’m peeling back the layers to reveal the unseen effects of stress on labor. This episode takes you through the science of stress and its ability to disrupt the delicate dance of hormones necessary for labor to progress. It's a disc…

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Bridging the Gap Between Community Birth and Hospital Birth with Jodilyn Owen and Arya Pretlow 1:37:48

1+ y ago1:37:48

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Send us a text Discover the intricate dance of midwifery care and the empowering role of patients in healthcare through the expert eyes of Jodilyn Owen, LM, CPM, and Arya Pretlow, MSN, CNM, IBCLC, C-IYAT. For those curious about the meticulous qualifications behind safe home or birth center deliveries and the scenarios that necessitate a hospital t…

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Lindsay Bermudez: How Early Motherhood Challenges Gave Birth to Babycito 35:36

1+ y ago35:36

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Send us a text Ever wonder how drastically different two births can be? Imagine one which is calm and another being a chaotic rush - that's the compelling narrative of our guest Lindsay Bermudez, co-founder of Babycito. Lindsay takes us on a journey through her two unique childbirth experiences, the support she received, and the subsequent inspirat…

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Jennifer Byrnes, LPC, PMH-C: The Impact of Sexual Assault and Abuse on Pregnancy and Postpartum 44:51

1+ y ago44:51

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Send us a text How does trauma from sexual abuse affect pregnancy and postpartum experiences? This pressing question forms the crux of our conversation with Jennifer Byrnes, LPC a seasoned therapist certified in perinatal mental health and EMDR. Unveiling some profound insights, Jennifer helps us dissect the complexities of consent, the way trauma …

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Dr. Aklilu Shares the Transformative Potential of Chiropractic Care in Pregnancy 41:41

1+ y ago41:41

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Send us a text Prepare to challenge your preconceptions about pregnancy and childbirth as we tap into the expertise of our featured guest, Dr. Betel Aklilu, a chiropractor who passionately champions for chiropractic care during pregnancy. She spotlights how chiropractic adjustments can realign the pelvis and sacrum, creating a more conducive enviro…

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S2, Ep.26: Demystifying the world of physiological pregnancy and birth with Adriana Lozada 1:07:16

1+ y ago1:07:16

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In this episode, Adriana Lozada of the Birthful podcast joins us to jam out on all things physiological pregnancy prep and birth support. What does the term “physiological birth” even mean? How do our minds influence our physiology? How do chemicals influence our physiology? And, what is considered an intervention. Does more technology equal a “saf…

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Mary Willcox Smith's Tale of Four Daughters and Redefining Motherhood 1:01:04

1+ y ago1:01:04

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Send us a text Ever asked yourself, how does one juggle the demands of raising four daughters within five years and still maintain sanity? Our special guest, Mary Willcox Smith, not only tackles this question but also uncovers her personal journey to becoming a successful parenting coach. With a childhood marked by trauma, Mary’s story is a testame…

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Challenging Conventions: Maja Miller's Journey 1:13:27

1+ y ago1:13:27

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Send us a text Are you prepared to challenge conventional wisdom about childbirth, armed with knowledge and the power to make informed decisions? Get ready to join us for a compelling conversation with Maja Miller, a first-time mom who waited until 45 to have her baby. As a functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner and metabolic health coach, Ma…

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