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 ... Show More
Nov 20
9lb 12oz Baby Home Birth — No Cervical Checks, No Stitches, Taylor's AMAZING Birth Story
<p>If you’ve ever wondered what a <em>peaceful</em>, <em>physiological</em>, deeply <em>empowering</em> home birth can look like — especially with a <b>big baby</b> — this episode will become your new obsession.</p><p>Today, Taylor Ward walks us through her beautiful birth story ... Show More
1h 9m
Mar 2020
Introduction to Becoming Mama™: A Pregnancy and Birth Podcast by Motherly
Becoming Mama™: A Pregnancy and Birth Podcast by Motherly is the essential pregnancy and birth companion podcast to the groundbreaking book, The Motherly Guide to Becoming Mama: Redefining the Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum Journey. Meet your host Diana Spalding, Motherly’s Dig ... Show More
2m 1s
Apr 2025
Pregnancy Basics: What to Know from the Start
<div>Seeing a positive pregnancy test can bring a whirlwind of emotions, excitement, nerves, and maybe a little overwhelm. Finding out you are pregnant instantly changes your world. It can feel daunting to think about everything you need to learn and do. This episode walks you th ... Show More
53m 50s
Sep 14
Understanding Natural Birth and How to Prepare for an Unmedicated Birth
<p>Unmedicated birth can offer many benefits, but it also involves real challenges that need preparation, planning, and support. In this episode, you'll discover why some parents choose an unmedicated birth and what a physiologic birth without interventions looks like. Discover p ... Show More
37m 37s
Jul 2025
The Complete Guide to Packing Your Birth Bag
<div>If you went into labor and arrived at the hospital or birth center with absolutely nothing packed, it would not be the end of the world. Sure, your partner might need to make a quick trip to buy a car seat so you can bring your baby home, but you would survive. That said, ha ... Show More
34m 58s
Jan 2025
Ep #289: New Year, New Vision: Reflection, Rest, and a Special Gift
<p>In this episode, I'm sharing important updates about the podcast and a special opportunity for expectant mamas! I'm also reflecting on my wishes for pregnancy and birth and the importance of empowerment and support for women. Plus I announce <strong><em>a limited-time ... Show More
10m 13s
Oct 17
Birth Story - Ashley [IVF, Hyperemesis, Induction]
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1346374/open_sms">Send us a text</a></p><p>In this episode of the <em>Pregnancy, Birth and Recovery</em> podcast, I chat with Ashley, a beautiful member of the FitNest Mama community, who shares her heart ... Show More
51m 39s
May 2024
Hope and Help for Taboo Topics in Postpartum Care :: Krystle Howald [Ep 467]
Did you know that once you are postpartum you are always postpartum? Do you have issues from pregnancy, birth, or c-sections that have followed you and don’t know where to turn? Do you know that only 4% of parents are getting the movement that they need?
Today Krystle Howald, a ... Show More
56m 43s
Oct 5
The Birth You Wanted vs. The Birth You Got | Georgie Stevenson
The birth you wanted vs. the birth you got ... For so many mums, that gap is filled with disappointment, guilt, and even grief.In this deeply honest conversation, we share our own birth stories — from placenta previa and breech presentations, to unexpected C-sections and the heav ... Show More
32m 9s