Birth 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 CourseMy Essential Birth Postpartum CourseMy Essential Birth InstagramGET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking...

Any 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 CourseMy Essential Birth Postpartum CourseMy Essential Birth InstagramSubchorionic Hemorrhage: What It Is & When To Talk to Your ProviderGET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to...

Getting 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: InstagramWebsiteLinks Mentioned: My Essential Birth CourseMy Essential Birth Instagram3 Free ExercisesFresh TestGET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to...

In 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 CourseMy Essential Birth Instagram3 Free ExercisesPopular Episodes for DadsBirth Plan DownloadFull Term AppGET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to...

This 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 CourseMy Essential Birth Instagram3 Free ExercisesGET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking for more info on the birth...

Our 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: InstagramWebsiteBreastfeeding GuideLinks Mentioned: My Essential Birth CourseMy Essential Birth Instagram3 Free ExercisesGET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to...

Vaccines 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 CourseMy Essential Birth Instagram3 Free...

You 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 CourseMy Essential Birth Instagram3 Free ExercisesGET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking for more info on the birth...

Wherever 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: WebsiteInstagramLinks Mentioned: My Essential Birth CourseMy Essential Birth Instagram3 Free ExercisesKim's Fit Pregnancy Starter GuideGET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you!...

Discover 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 CourseMy Essential Birth Instagram3 Free ExercisesGET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking for more info on the birth course?...

If 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 CourseMy Essential Birth Instagram3 Free ExercisesFree Birth Plan TemplateEpisode 175: The Evidence-Based Information You Need to Know about Real Food, Pregnancy Diets, &...

You 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 CourseMy Essential Birth Instagram3 Free ExercisesGET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking for more...

Having 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 CourseMy Essential Birth Instagram3 Free ExercisesGET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking for more info...

As 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 CourseMy Essential Birth Instagram3 Free ExercisesWhere to find Dr. Casey Baker on Social Media: InstagramWebsiteGET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to...

Having 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 CourseMy Essential Birth Instagram3 Free ExercisesAmerican Pregnancy InformationACOG's FAQ's for Breech BabiesSpinning BabiesGET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to...

You'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: TikTokInstagramWebsitePodcastGET 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...

Taylor 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 CourseMy Essential Birth Instagram3 Free ExercisesGET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking for...

We'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,...

No 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 CourseMy Essential Birth Instagram3 Free ExercisesDiscount Code for starting Ellement supplements: BIRTH 20About the Unexpected: Navigating Pregnancy During and...

Fifteen 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 CourseMy Essential Birth Instagram3 Free Exercises15% 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 more...

It'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 CourseMy Essential Birth Instagram3 Free ExercisesGET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking for more info on the birth...

We 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 CourseMy Essential Birth Instagram3 Free ExercisesGetting Your Body Ready for Pregnancy & Tracking OvulationTo celebrate hitting 10k over on Instagram...

Get 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 CourseMy Essential Birth Instagram3 Free ExercisesBlack Friday OFFERS!GET IN TOUCH! 🤩 Reach out at any time to [email protected]. We love hearing from you! Looking for more info on the birth...

This 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 CourseMy Essential Birth Instagram3 Free ExercisesACOG's "Pregnancy at Age 35 Years or Older" ArticleACOG's "Having a Baby After Age 35: How Aging Affects Fertility and Pregnancy"Evidenced Based Birth: Evidence on: Pregnancy...