Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy
292 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 638 ratingsBirth 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 like you feel empowered and confident during pregnancy, birth, and into motherhood by taking my years of knowledge and personal/professional experience in the birth world and breaking down complex birth topics to make preparing for labor & birth a breeze!
Every week, you’ll hear from women ready to share their knowledge with other pregnant moms about pregnancy and birth topics that will have you feeling knowledgeable and in the driver’s seat of your best birth experience.
Your best birth starts here >>>> www.myessentialbirth.com/getstarted
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Birth Story: Mentally Preparing for Her Unmedicated Birth Experience as a Single Mom by Choice with Melissa Kidd
April 23, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MBBirth stories are so important because they help mothers to be understand all the different ways birth could happen. We have a great birth story this week from Melissa Kidd, a single mom by choice. We talk about how mental preparation makes a world of difference in birth preparation. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Postpartum Course My Essential Birth Instagram GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! ...
Subchorionic Hemorrhage: What We Missed In Our Last Episode on Exercise, Management, and Birth Outcomes
April 16, 2024 14:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBAny kind of bleeding in pregnancy can be worrisome. Join us for our Part 2 episode on Subchorionic Hemorrhage. In this episode, we'll talk about exercise, management, and birth outcomes. This is all just information for you to work through anything that comes your way. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Postpartum Course My Essential Birth Instagram Subchorionic Hemorrhage: What It Is & When To Talk to Your Provider GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to h...
Gestational Diabetes Nutrition: All the Best Advice for Diet, Prevention, and Management with Leslee Flannery, Registered Dietician
April 09, 2024 14:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBGetting diagnosed with gestational diabetes can be scary and overwhelming. What to eat, when to eat, measuring your blood sugars, so much new information you need to process and take in. Whether you were just diagnosed or are trying to do what you can to prevent it, this episode is for YOU! Where to find Leslee and her work: Instagram Website Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Fresh Test GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to ...
The Episode Your Birth Partner NEEDS to Hear on How to Best Support You During Pregnancy, Labor, and Postpartum
April 02, 2024 14:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBIn addition to educating yourself on your options for your birth experience, one of the most important things a mama needs is a supportive birth partner. Your birth partner should know how to support you, advocate for you, and anticipate your needs during labor. You can learn all about that here! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Popular Episodes for Dads Birth Plan Download Full Term App GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to...
Birth Story: Unplanned Pregnancy to Knowing What Her Body Needed with Savanna Davis
March 26, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MBThis week's birth story is from Savanna Davis, a My Essential Birth student and first time mama! She walks us through her emotional journey of not being prepared for her pregnancy and how she educated herself on all her options, whether or not she intended to go that route. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking for more info on the...
Dr. Robyn Thompson: Encouraging Breastfeeding, Maternal Bonding, & The Importance of a Mother's Intuition
March 19, 2024 14:00 - 49 minutes - 34.4 MBOur esteemed guest, Dr. Robyn Thompson, joins us this week to discuss breastfeeding, the importance of the maternal bond with baby, and how crucial a mother's intuition is. We dive into the Three Golden Hours and what that means for setting mom and baby up for success with breastfeeding. Where to find Dr. Thompson: Instagram Website Breastfeeding Guide Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to h...
Vaccines during Pregnancy and For Baby: Make the Most Informed Decisions & Choose What's Right for Your Family
March 12, 2024 14:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBVaccines are a hot topic these days when it comes to pregnancy and for our children. Stop to think about why that is. All parents want what's best for their children. In this episode, I'm asking you to ask yourself some very important questions when making these incredibly complex decisions. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Sources: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/pregnancy/vacc-safety.html https://www.cdc.gov/pertussis/pregnant/mom...
Every Mother Needs to Hear This for Every Stage of Motherhood: You Are Enough and Worthy
March 05, 2024 15:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBYou are enough, and I hope that, yes, you know that. When we're going through the things that we go through to become mothers, when we're dealing with infertility, when we are growing a baby, when we are in the throes of our postpartum weeks, do we believe that we are enough? Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking for more info on th...
Empowering & Strengthening Your Body: Pregnancy & Postpartum Workouts for Every Stage of Motherhood with Coach Kim Perry
February 27, 2024 15:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBWherever you are in your pregnancy or postpartum, you can still move and strengthen your body! This week, we have Fit Pregnancy Coach, Kim Perry, share her advice and wisdom on staying fit, strong, and happy during your motherhood journey. Kim's Social Media: Website Instagram Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Kim's Fit Pregnancy Starter Guide GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing...
Birth Story: Preparing and Knowing Her Options for Her Unmedicated Birth with Katelynn Monty
February 20, 2024 15:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBDiscover Caitlin's inspiring birth journey this week! We delve into Caitlin's experience, from navigating pregnancy challenges to advocating for her birth preferences. Learn about the importance of preparation, support, and informed decision-making during childbirth. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking for more info on the birth ...
7 Ways to Prepare Your Mind & Body during the 3rd Trimester!
February 13, 2024 15:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBIf you are in your third trimester, this is 100% for you! If you're in the third trimester and you're feeling like, "Oh my gosh, what is coming next? Labor is so exciting and I can't wait, but what am I supposed to be doing?" Do these 7 things to prepare your mind and body for birth! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Free Birth Plan Template Episode 175: The Evidence-Based Information You Need to Know about Real Food, Pregnancy Die...
A Guide to Knowing Pain Management Options BEFORE Your Contractions Begin
February 06, 2024 15:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBYou get to decide what will work best for you. It's important to plan for the birth you want, the one that will light you up and bring you joy, whether if it's with an epidural, an unmedicated birth, or somewhere in between. You get to pick! Have all the information to make those decisions. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking for...
Birth Story: Preparing & Practicing for an Unmedicated Birth with Autumn and James Cosgrove
January 30, 2024 15:00 - 58 minutes - 40.6 MBHaving a birth partner that is on the same page as you is critical when you're working through planning your birth map! This week, James and Autumn share their birth story and how communication, the My Essential Birth Course, and their preparation helped them achieve their desired birth! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking for mor...
Tongue Ties & Chiropractic Care for Mama + Baby with Dr. Casey Baker
January 23, 2024 15:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MBAs a mama, it can be overwhelming wading through all the information out there regarding best practice and alternate options when it comes to care. Dr. Casey Baker, who specializes in chiropractic care for mamas AND babies, gives us a wealth of info as we dive into tongue ties and general chiro care! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Where to find Dr. Casey Baker on Social Media: Instagram Website GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at an...
An Overview of Breech Babies: What You Can Do To Prevent It, The Risks, and Your Options
January 16, 2024 15:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBHaving a breech baby can kind of throw a wrench in your birth plans. BUT! With breech babies, it's similar to any kind of vaginal delivery. You allow mom and baby to work together, let intuition do its thing and have an excellent, carefree birth in the safety of a good provider. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises American Pregnancy Information ACOG's FAQ's for Breech Babies Spinning Babies GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to...
Scheduled for an Induction? Here's What You Should Know with L&D Nurse, Mackenzie DeClark
January 09, 2024 15:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MBYou've heard me talk about inductions before, but this time, we're walking through what to expect with Labor & Delivery Nurse, Mackenzie DeClark. She gives us the nitty gritty about what induction is, different methods, and how it affects your birth plans. Where to find Mackenzie: TikTok Instagram Website Podcast GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking for more info on the birth course? CLICK HERE! 💜 For the THREE FREE ...
Birth Story: Delaying Her Induction Three Times with Taylor Ward
January 02, 2024 20:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBTaylor Ward joins me to share her unmedicated birth story! She knew she wanted to go the midwife route. At 41 weeks, she started hearing talk of induction. She postponed her induction 3x and had her baby at 41+5. Taylor shares how My Essential Birth helped her prepare for the birth of her baby. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking...
{REBROADCAST} Contractions: What You Can Expect, How to Know It’s Time for You to Head to Your Birth Place, & How to Keep Track
December 26, 2023 18:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MBWe're sharing our most downloaded episode in 2023! 🎉 Most births are not like the movies. They don’t typically start with a massive gush of water followed by insanely intense contractions that have mom rushing to the hospital. 🚑 That’s not to say a birth can’t start with your waters breaking and even immediate contractions, but most often, you’re going to have some time to ease into labor. With that in mind, I’m going to walk you through what you can expect with those first contractions, ...
Introducing Ellement, Prenatal Supplements Created and Personalized for Each Mother, with Doreen Bloch and Dr. Nate Fox
December 19, 2023 18:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBNo pregnancy is the same, and every body is different. Why would we think prenatals would be the same for everyone? Our guests, Doreen Bloch and Dr. Nate Fox dive into the world of prenatal supplements with us and talk about how Ellement is geared towards providing care for women individually. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Discount Code for starting Ellement supplements: BIRTH 20 About the Unexpected: Navigating Pregnancy Duri...
Low Iron or Anemia during Pregnancy? What Can You Do Now to Raise Your Levels?
December 12, 2023 18:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBFifteen to twenty-five percent of moms will experience low iron levels or anemia during pregnancy. Don't worry! There are a few ways that you can raise those levels to remain in control of your birth, pregnancy, and delivery! Listen in! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises 15% OFF Coupon for Paleo Valley Beef Liver Supplements GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking for...
Birth Story: Navigating Birth Together with Alisha & Brady Williams
December 05, 2023 18:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MBIt's so important to have your birth partner on the same page as you. This week, we talk to a husband and wife who prepared together for birth. By preparing and educating themselves together, Brady was able to anticipate Alisha's needs when she couldn't verbalize them herself. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking for more info on t...
Birth Control: What Kind of Options Do You Have and How Do You Choose the Right One?
November 28, 2023 18:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBWe talk a lot about what to do to get pregnant, have a healthy pregnancy, and achieve the birth of your dreams. What about planning for more babies? Or no more babies? We dive into your options for birth control and talk about pros and cons so you can make the best choice for you and your family! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Getting Your Body Ready for Pregnancy & Tracking Ovulation GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to he...
Prepare for an Empowered, Informed, and Supported Birth with Grace Pastuck, Birth & Postpartum Doula
November 21, 2023 18:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBGet ready for an incredible episode with Grace Pastuck, a Birth & Postpartum Doula. We talk about how to prepare for an empowered, informed, and supported birth. Your birth team is crucial when it comes to achieving the birth experience that you desire! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Black Friday OFFERS! GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking for more info on the...
Will "Advanced" Maternal Age (Pregnancy at Age 35 Years or Older) Affect Your Pregnancy?
November 14, 2023 14:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBThis episode is for our mamas who are 35 years or older and planning to have an unmedicated birth. While some would consider your pregnancy to be "geriatric," being prepared and selecting the right provider can make a huge difference! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises ACOG's "Pregnancy at Age 35 Years or Older" Article ACOG's "Having a Baby After Age 35: How Aging Affects Fertility and Pregnancy" Evidenced Based Birth: Evidence on...
Birth Story: Managing the Process of Natural Birth with Lisa Thrower
November 07, 2023 11:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBBirth is not suffering! It is a manageable process that you can work through by preparing your mind and body. This week's episode is about reframing how you approach birth with Lisa Thrower. She used her traumatic birth experience as the catalyst for researching her options for a natural birth. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking...
The Nitty Gritty of Postpartum
October 31, 2023 13:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBIn this episode, we delve into the unspoken challenges of postpartum, discussing mental health, physical recovery, and the societal pressures faced by new mothers. This is one of those episodes that you can listen to again and again, and then tuck away for when you need it. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises FREE Postpartum Guide Our Postpartum Must Haves Our Postpartum Episodes Episode 90: Vaccines: What You Need to Know Episode...
Getting Your Body Ready for Pregnancy & Tracking Ovulation
October 24, 2023 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBWe talk a lot about what to do during your pregnancy to achieve your desired birth experience. What about before you get pregnant? Stephanie talks about things you can do now to prepare your body for getting pregnant and how to have a low risk birth. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking for more info on the birth course? CLICK HERE...
How to Take Charge of Your Birth with Kyleigh Banks from The Autonomy Mommy
October 17, 2023 18:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBYou've heard us talk about being empowered with knowledge to stand up for yourself, but what does that actually look like? How can you prepare for your birth when it comes to trusting your instincts or standing up for yourself? Kyleigh Banks from The Autonomy Mommy answers all these questions! You can find Kyleigh and her work here: Podcast Website Instagram Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any tim...
Trust Your Parenting Instincts for Your Baby's Sleep with Lauren Weber from Islagracesleep
October 10, 2023 10:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBBaby sleep is a huge concern for parents, but what will work for you and your baby? Lauren Weber from Islagracesleep talks about trusting your instincts as a parent, safe sleep, and how to lay the foundation for helping your baby regulate their emotions and what's biologically normal for sleep. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Lauren Weber's Contact Napping PDF GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. ...
Trust Your Parenting Instincts for Your Baby's Sleep with Lauren Weber from Isla-Grace Sleep
October 10, 2023 10:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBBaby sleep is a huge concern for parents, but what will work for you and your baby? Lauren Weber from Isla-Grace Sleep talks about trusting your instincts as a parent, safe sleep, and how to lay the foundation for helping your baby regulate their emotions and what's biologically normal for sleep. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Lauren Weber's Contact Napping PDF GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]...
Birth Story: When Birth Partner Support Really Matters with Laura & Mark Rowdon
October 03, 2023 16:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBHaving your birth partner as your support person is SO important but even more so when you're in another country! Mark and Laura share their birth story while in Japan and how they worked together to overcome language barriers, what kind of support was needed, and ways to look at birth differently! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Look...
What If Your Loved Ones Don’t Support Your Plans for Your Birth Experience?
September 26, 2023 14:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBIt's so important that you have positive places, spaces, and people around you as you prepare for your birth so that you can be excited, confident, and ready for this experience rather than fearing it. So what can you do if you don't have the support of your loved ones? Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises DONA International Questions to Ask Your Provider Questions to Ask Your Midwife Birthplace Tour Questions Ina May’s Guide to C...
What Can You Do to Prepare for Your 2nd, 3rd+ Birth?
September 19, 2023 10:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MBWhen it comes to your births after that first one, you may be thinking, I've totally got this! And you do! However, it's important to continue learning all you can and seeing if there are any ways that you can improve your birth experience from the previous one! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Postpartum Course My Essential Birth Instagram Gentle Cesarean Birth Plan Episode 191: Let's Talk about Pelvic Floor Exercises, Diastasis Recti, and Holistic Approac...
Birth Story: Envisioning the Birth You Desire with Allie Robinson
September 12, 2023 16:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBThis week's birth story is about a mama who envisioned the birth she wanted, BUT she also put in the work to make her dream a reality. Things like the three daily exercises, drinking red raspberry tea, and listening to positive birth stories can make all the difference! Links Mentioned My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Postpartum Course My Essential Birth Instagram GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking for m...
The Wonderful Benefits of Booby Food: Turning Your Breast Milk into Freeze-Dried Powder
September 05, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBWe dive into the benefits of Booby Food, a service that will freeze dry your breast milk, which retains more nutrients than traditional freezer storage. It’s shelf stable, travel friendly and can be added to your babe’s foods when transitioning to solids! Links Mentioned My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Postpartum Course My Essential Birth Instagram Booby Food Social Media Links Website Instagram TikTok GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]...
Subchorionic Hemorrhage: What It Is & When To Talk to Your Provider
August 29, 2023 10:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBAny kind of bleeding in pregnancy can be worrisome. So what can you do when you experience bleeding? In this episode, we'll talk about causes, when to see your provider, and what to do to stay positive if it happens. This is all just information for you to work through anything that comes your way. Links Mentioned My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Postpartum Course My Essential Birth Instagram The RhoGAM Shot during Pregnancy and at Birth: Why Is It Important? When Would You ...
The ARRIVE Trial & What It Means for Mamas
August 22, 2023 10:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBWe're diving into the ARRIVE Trial, which studied if elective inductions would result in a lower death and complication rate for babies compared to waiting till at least 40+5 weeks for elective induction. Join us as we look over the findings and discuss what they did not include in their findings. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Postpartum Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Questions to Ask Your Provider Sources Mentioned: ARRIVE Trial ...
Pregnancy & Prenatal Depression with Sarah Merrill of the Bottle Service Podcast
August 15, 2023 16:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBShow Notes Join us as we interview Sarah Merrill, creator and host of the Podcast Big Kid Problems along with the Bottle Service Podcast. We talk about Sarah's pregnancy, working through her prenatal depression, and lessons learned for any future pregnancies! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Postpartum Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Lookin...
Birth Story: Unmedicated Hospital Birth with Jamie Peterson
August 08, 2023 15:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MBShow Notes Jamie knew she had the goal to go unmedicated, and did EVERYTHING she could to accomplish her goal. She put in the work to prepare her body and become as educated as she could about birth. With the support of her husband and doula, her labor lasted for three hours after a membrane sweep! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Postpartum Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to hello@myessentialbirth...
Water Birth: Is It for You and What Are the Benefits?
August 01, 2023 17:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBAre you interested in having a water birth? You can utilize a water birth early to get in the zone, or you can utilize it later in labor to take that edge off to keep things moving, to get a break, or just to feel a little bit more comfort and ease for the laboring process. You get to choose! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Postpartum Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Questions to Ask Your Provider Questions to Ask Your Midwife GET IN ...
Prodromal Labor: How to Survive the Mental & Physical Exhaustion
July 25, 2023 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBIf you've experienced prodromal labor, you know the mental and physical exhaustion that come along with it. If you haven't experienced it, listen in on tips to manage your contractions, positively frame the experience, and know what to expect. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Postpartum Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking for more info ...
Birth Story: When Pregnancy & Birth Don't Go According to "Plan" with Jake & Danielle Winter
July 18, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 45.4 MBEvery pregnancy and birth is different, but no one plans to have a less than ideal experience. So what happens when things don't go according to "plan"? Jake & Danielle share their experience and lessons learned from infertility, miscarriage, and complicated pregnancies. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Postpartum Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from y...
Finding Freedom and Confidence in Parenthood with Sleep & Well-Being Specialist, Taylor Kulik
July 11, 2023 12:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBOur guest this week is Sleep & Well-Being Expert, Taylor Kulik! When it comes to baby sleep, it's exciting to know what's normal and when it's not normal, what can I do? How can I make it a positive experience? And all of those kinds of questions, which we get the answers here today. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Postpartum Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Taylor's Respectful Sleep Solutions Freebie PDF GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at ...
The Birth Heard 'Round the World
July 04, 2023 18:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBWe're celebrating our 200th Episode for My Essential Birth! 🎉 To celebrate, Stephanie King, the host of the Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy Podcast and creator of the My Essential Birth Course AND My Essential Postpartum Course, will be sharing her birth stories (one Cesarean, one VBAC, and one home birth!) and how it impacted her to become a doula! You won't want to miss this celebration episode! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Postpartum Course My Essential B...
Preterm Labor & Birth: Signs, Symptoms, & Options
June 27, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBHaving preterm labor can be nerve wracking for a mama. In this week's episode, we talk about signs, symptoms, and the options you have if you're having preterm labor. You always have choices, and it's important to know educate yourself on what to do if preterm labor comes up during your pregnancy. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Prodromal Labor & What It Means for Your Birth Did My Water Just Break? And Other Common Questions As ...
Birth Story: Water Birth at Birth Center for First-Time Mom, Valerrie Craig
June 20, 2023 12:00 - 40 minutes - 28.2 MBWe love sharing positive birth stories with our listeners! This week, Valerrie Craig shares about her water birth at a birth center for her first baby. She takes us through her pregnancy journey, how she prepared for labor, and how she pushed through the mental blocks towards the end of her labor. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Look...
Prenatal & Postpartum Preeclampsia: Signs to Watch For
June 13, 2023 12:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBWhile prenatal and postpartum preeclampsia is not uncommon for women, there are still some signs to watch for and things you can do to prevent it. Even if you are diagnosed, there are still choices you can make for what is best for you and your baby's health. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking for more info on the birth course? C...
Postpartum Doula, Gigi Vincent, Answers Your Questions!
June 06, 2023 12:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBWhen it comes to postpartum, you may feel that you need some extra help navigating all the new experiences of motherhood. Postpartum Doula, Gigi Vincent, answers questions we've received from mamas like you! Having someone in your corner can make such a huge difference in your healing journey! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises DONA International Birth Advocacy Doula Training (BADT) GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to hello@m...
Birth Story: Unmedicated Birth for First Time Mama, Amanda Warnsholz
May 31, 2023 11:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBFirst time mama, Amanda Warnsholz, shares her unmedicated birth story following an abnormal pap smear before her pregnancy and the complications afterwards. She shares all about how she and her husband pivoted to prepare for a more holistic approach to birth and labor. Relaxation practice was super helpful for her and she tried to stay active her whole pregnancy! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any ti...
Birth Story: Home Birth at 43+1 Weeks with Stephanie Bratton
May 23, 2023 12:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBWhether you go right up to your guess date or pass it, having that number in your head can really throw you for a loop! But at the end of the day, your body and your baby know when the time is right. So trust that your body knows what it's doing. This week, Stephanie Bratton shares her home birth story after going 43+1 weeks with her sweet babe. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to hello@myess...