Jan 29
From Fight Camp to Birth: How a Pro Fighter Prepared for Labor w/Madie Meacham
I never thought I would hear birth compared to fighting… but honestly, it might be one of my favorite analogies ever.In this episode, I’m joined by Madie — a professional fighter, dog trainer, and mom — who shares how she approached pregnancy and birth with the same mindset she b ... Show More
53m 57s
Jan 21
Pregnancy Nausea? Do THIS Before Medication
If you’re pregnant right now, chances are your mornings—or really, your entire day—feel like a constant battle with nausea. 🤢 And that means this episode is 100% for you!In this episode, we uncover the real reasons pregnancy nausea hits so hard — especially early on — and why cr ... Show More
28m 9s
Oct 2021
From C-Section to Free Birth
<p>One of the things I hear most often from women who had a transcendent, empowering, largely independent, birth experience, is that it wipes out the residue of former births they may have had, where they were more entrenched in the allopathic system. </p><p>Women who had C-secti ... Show More
1h 3m
Nov 2024
Ep 96: Our Birth Story - Part 2
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 welc ... Show More
1h 40m
Jan 2025
Ep #289: New Year, New Vision: Reflection, Rest, and a Special Gift
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 a limited-time sale for The Birth Prep ... Show More
10m 13s
Oct 2025
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
Jan 2025
Imperfect Birth Stories with Sophie Walker
In this episode of our Summer School, we are joined by Sophie Walker, creator, and host of Australian Birth Stories. With over 17 million downloads, and 500 episodes, Australian Birth Stories podcast has been accredited by the Australian College of Midwives and has been instrumen ... Show More
1h 1m
Aug 2025
349. Natural Birth Expert: 95% Of Women Don't Know This About Childbirth (Even Doctors Won't Tell You)
"Natural birth is not just a choice: it’s your body’s intelligent design." – Shari LyonIn this eye‑opening conversation, I speak with Shari Lyon, founder of Belly2Birth. With over 13 years of experience as a childbirth educator, Shari reveals why natural, physiological birth is o ... Show More
1h 23m
Sep 2025
Freebirth, Boundaries, and Holistic Healing
During Hope's first pregnancy, she followed the conventional path—seeing an OB, agreeing to all the standard tests and procedures, and ultimately undergoing a Pitocin induction at 40 weeks. The birth was a traumatic initiation into motherhood, leaving lasting repercussions for bo ... Show More
27m 4s
In this episode, I have the absolute joy of chatting with Godelieve from the Netherlands about her beautiful and empowering home birth experience. She takes us through her fast-paced labor, the tools and techniques she used to stay grounded through contractions, and how preparation and support made all the difference. We also dive into what postpartum care l ... Show More
<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