Episodes
April 8, 2024
Journey Through Motherhood's Emotional Landscape with Megan MacCutcheon
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...
March 25, 2024
Jennifer Schlueter: Hypnotherapy in Pregnancy and Childbirth
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 sa...
March 11, 2024
My First Birth Story
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 motherh...
March 4, 2024
Childbirth Attorney Gina Mundy's Guide to a Safer Childbirth
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 sa...
Feb. 27, 2024
Dr. Michelle Gerbi: A Chiropractor's Tale of Birth, Advocacy, and Postpartum Triumphs
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 fro...
Feb. 19, 2024
Bianca Sprague: Guardian of the Birth Experience
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, Bia...
Feb. 12, 2024
Kiona Nessenbaum: Embracing the Duality of Birth Work and Motherhood with Heart and Wisdom
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 ...
Feb. 5, 2024
Emmy Kissinger: Embracing Birth Story Listening to Transform Trauma into Triumph
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 fr...
Jan. 29, 2024
Taylor Nosakhere: Finding Your Voice in the Labor Room
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 ...
Jan. 22, 2024
Amy Frost's Journey Through Motherhood: Unmedicated Birth, Postpartum Realities, and the Growth of Babycito
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...
Jan. 15, 2024
Mary Adkins: Weaving the Tapestry of Motherhood with Writing and Resilience
Send us a Text Message. 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 ...
Jan. 8, 2024
Trishia Plett: Crafting a Birth Story Amidst Medical Challenges
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 heal...
Jan. 1, 2024
The Negative Influence of Stress on Labor and What You Can Do About It
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...
Dec. 25, 2023
Bridging the Gap Between Community Birth and Hospital Birth with Jodilyn Owen and Arya Pretlow
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 ab...
Dec. 18, 2023
Lindsay Bermudez: How Early Motherhood Challenges Gave Birth to Babycito
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. Linds...
Dec. 11, 2023
Jennifer Byrnes, LPC, PMH-C: The Impact of Sexual Assault and Abuse on Pregnancy and Postpartum
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 men...
Dec. 4, 2023
Dr. Aklilu Shares the Transformative Potential of Chiropractic Care in Pregnancy
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 duri...
Nov. 27, 2023
Mary Willcox Smith's Tale of Four Daughters and Redefining Motherhood
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 uncover...
Nov. 20, 2023
Challenging Conventions: Maja Miller's Journey
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-ti...
Nov. 13, 2023
Optimizing Breastfeeding in the Hospital Setting with Arya Pretlow, MSN, CNM, IBCLC, C-IYAT
Send us a text Ready to master the art of breastfeeding? Join us as we sit down with the brilliant Arya Pretlow, a certified nurse midwife, lactation consultant, and yoga therapist, whose wealth of experience guarantees a com...
Nov. 6, 2023
Exploring Motherhood and Labor: Insights from Marie Carle, Labor and Delivery Nurse
Send us a Text Message. Dive into the enthralling world of motherhood with Marie Carle, labor and delivery nurse, as she pulls back the curtain on her personal journey through pregnancy, delivery, and raising children. Marie,...
Oct. 30, 2023
Dr. Betel Aklilu Discusses the Impact of Chiropractic Care on Pediatric Health
Send us a text Join us in this enlightening conversation on the world of pediatric chiropractic care with the remarkable Dr. Betel Aklilu. Promising a fresh perspective, Dr. Aklilu shares how chiropractic medicine can be a ga...
Oct. 23, 2023
Lessons from the Trenches of Motherhood: Wisdom from Alex Wachelka, IBCLC
Send us a text Ever wondered about the untold, raw stories of childbirth and breastfeeding? Today, we walk hand in hand with Alex Wachelka, a certified International Board Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). Her journey is filled w...
Oct. 16, 2023
Dr. Amy (Loden) Tiffany: How Pregnancy Complications Inspired a New Career Path
Send us a text Ever found yourself face to face with unexpected health complications during pregnancy, wondering how to navigate the path ahead? I invite you to join me in this special episode, featuring Dr. Amy Tiffany, a bo...