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Nov 2024
1h 42m

Ep 96: Our Birth Story - Part 2

Meg and Jacob O'Neill
About this episode

Welcome to this week’s episode of Sex, Love & Everything In Between! Join Meg and Jacob O’Neill as they share the raw and beautiful story of their unassisted home birth. They take you through every moment, from the gentle flow of early labor to the deep, powerful sounds that welcomed their son, Oisin, into the world.

Meg opens up about how she tapped into the ancient wisdom of her body, fully embracing the intensity of each surge. “Letting the ancient wisdom of my body vocalize through me,” she shares, highlighting the beauty of surrendering to this incredible experience. Jacob reflects on his role as a steady support, creating a safe space for Meg during this transformative journey. Together, they dive into themes of trust, simplicity, and the healing power of being witnessed by another mother.

Whether you’re curious about free birth, what labor really feels like, or the deep connections between birth and ceremony, this conversation is a heartfelt reminder of the strength and intuition that come with bringing new life into the world.

They also riff off on:

  • How Meg’s embodiment practices guided her through labor
  • Meg describes the deep sounds that emerged during labor—not screams, but a guttural expression of her body’s wisdom.
  • The importance of having a supportive birth keeper
  • Jacob’s thoughts on masculinity and supporting a birthing partner
  • The unexpected turns during labor that brought both joy and confrontation.
  • Tips for creating a sacred and distraction-free space for birth

and many more!

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Listen to Part 1 of the Birth Story here: Ep 95: Our Birth Story Part 1

Jacob & Meg also coach individuals & couples. Reach out to them via Instagram for more information. 

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