Ep 127 Description:

“The hospital can be very disempowering. It stops us from going into the role of mother because we seek outside ourselves what they believe is true, yet our body, our innate knowing, knows what's right.” —Amberlee Jay Galea

Pregnancy and birth are often shrouded in fear and misconceptions. Many women grow up hearing horror stories about childbirth, leading to a deep-seated anxiety about the process. However, the human body is designed to birth with power and pleasure, if we can overcome the societal taboos surrounding this natural experience.

Amberlee Jay Galea is a Neuro-Linguistic Programming Master Practitioner and authentic personal brand coach who has rewritten her own birth story, embracing the innate power within her.

Tune in to the first part of the interview with Amberlee as she shares her transformative journey from a disempowered first birth to an orgasmic home birth, where she discovered the pleasure and joy of welcoming her daughter into the world.

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Episode Highlights:

03:15 Why Fear Surrounds Pregnancy and Amberlee’s First Pregnancy

15:12 Discovering NLP

20:15 Preparing for Own Vision of a Home Birth

25:20 EnCaul Birth: Waiting for the Perfect Moment

29:54 Post-Birth Reflections

Ep 126 Description:

“Being able to defend the space that we wanted was really powerful.” —Gowan Batist

Families come in all shapes and sizes, each with their own unique needs and preferences when it comes to childbirth. From the comfort of a hospital setting to the intimacy of a home birth, the journey to welcoming a new life is a deeply personal one. Regardless of the path chosen, each journey is unique and deserves to be honored.

Gowan Batist is a queer Jewish parent, partner, and writer living in the remote wilderness of Northern California. As a passionate advocate for mountain lions and heritage breed sheep, Gowan's lyrical non-fiction essays and birth story inspire others to trust the natural process of childbirth.

Tune in as Gowan discusses navigating rural healthcare as a queer family, creating a supportive birth environment, preparing for labor, the transformative experience of childbirth, and the arrival of their child.

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Episode Highlights:

02:06 Navigating Rural Healthcare as a Queer Family

05:54 Creating a Supportive Birth Environment

09:37 Preparing for Birth

13:12 The Experience of Labor

25:01 Making Decisions at Childbirth

29:14 The Importance of Healthcare Systems That Support Families

Ep 125 Description:

“When you feel empowered to make choices about your birth, even if things don't go as planned, you will remain more positively connected to the experience of your body and your baby. Keep your power so your voice and choice are heard.” —Debra Pascali-Bonaro

The concept of risk in childbirth is highly subjective, varying greatly among different healthcare providers and settings. What one caregiver deems as high-risk, another may consider a normal variation. The location of birth can also significantly impact the perceived level of risk, with stark differences in intervention rates between hospitals and home births.

Hence, in this week’s episode, we are going to explore the complex and often misunderstood topic of risk in childbirth.

Tune in as Debra talks about the historical shift from birth as a sacred, communal experience to a medicalized event, the impact of language and fear on the birth process, and practical tips for creating a more positive, pleasurable, and empowering birth journey.

When you feel empowered to make choices about your birth, even if things don't go as planned, you will remain more positively connected to the experience of your body and your baby. Keep your power so your voice and choice are heard.” —Debra Pascali-Bonaro

Understanding risk in childbirth is a pivotal factor in preparing for a birth experience that feels both empowered and pleasurable. However, the concept of risk is highly subjective and can vary significantly depending on the perspective of different healthcare providers and birth settings.

In this episode, Debra Pascali-Bonaro dives into the complex topic of risk in childbirth, discussing how risk is perceived, how it can be influenced by language and fear, and how different birth environments (e.g., hospitals vs. home births) may impact perceptions of safety and intervention rates.

Episode Highlights:

🌟 The historical shift from birth as a sacred, communal experience to a medicalized event
🌟 How language and fear shape our understanding of risk in childbirth
🌟 Exploring the subjective nature of risk: hospital birth vs. home birth
🌟 Practical tips for navigating risk while keeping your voice and choice
🌟 How empowered decision-making leads to a more positive, confident, and pleasurable birth experience

Join Debra as she discusses how understanding risk can empower you to make informed choices and maintain your connection to your body and baby, no matter how your birth unfolds.

Additional Resources:
💡 Expand your birth practice with Pleasure-Centered Birth Practitioner Training

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Episode Highlights:

01:19 Understanding Risk in Childbirth

03:45 Impact of Language and Perception of Risk

07:29 The Role of Stress and Fear in Childbirth

08:43 Empowering Birth Through Knowledge and Support

10:35 Birth is Powerful, And So Are You

Ep 124 Description:

“It's empowering that you're in it, and you're doing it. And then it's scary because you don't know how long this will go, but I'm trusting. And the answer I got from the connection was to breathe and surrender.” —Jasmin Jess

Birth can be an intense, transformative experience that challenges both the body and mind. But the secret to navigating this profound journey may lie in the power of theta brain waves. By accessing this meditative state, mothers can surrender to the sensations of labor and embrace the experience with a deep sense of connection and trust.

Jasmin Jess is a holistic health expert from Germany who discovered her passion for Ayurveda after studying international business and traveling extensively. As the co-founder of the renowned wellness brand Prana Up Your Life, Jasmin's inspiring water birth story, guided by theta brain waves, offers a powerful testament to the transformative potential of pregnancy and childbirth.

Tune in to discover Jasmin's holistic approach to pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, including her use of theta meditation, overcoming miscarriage, and building a supportive community.

"It's empowering that you're in it, and you're doing it. And then it's scary because you don't know how long this will go, but I'm trusting. And the answer I got from the connection was to breathe and surrender." —Jasmin Jess

Birth is a profound and transformative experience that tests the limits of the body and mind. But as Jasmin Jess discovered, the key to navigating this sacred journey lies in surrendering to the sensations of labor through the power of theta brain waves. By accessing this meditative state, Jasmin found a deep sense of trust, connection, and empowerment during her water birth experience.

Jasmin Jess is a holistic health expert from Germany and co-founder of the renowned wellness brand Prana Up Your Life. Her inspiring story highlights the power of holistic approaches to pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care, incorporating theta meditation, Ayurveda, and the importance of building a supportive community.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
🌊 How Jasmin used theta meditation to embrace the intensity of labor
💭 The role of surrender and trust in creating an empowering birth experience
🌟 Insights into holistic pregnancy preparation and postpartum healing
🤝 The importance of community and support throughout motherhood
💡 Jasmin’s journey of resilience, including healing after miscarriage

Jasmin’s water birth story is a testament to the beauty of connecting with the divine through mindfulness and trust. Join Debra as she and Jasmin discuss how to transform fear into faith, allowing birth to be an awe-inspiring and empowering experience.

Explore more empowering resources and tools for pregnancy and childbirth at Orgasmic Birth.

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Episode Highlights:

01:25 Meet Jasmin

10:38 Connecting with Theta Brain Waves

13:43 Labor and Water Birth Experience

29:05 Surrendering and Managing Pain

30:07 The Importance of Preparing for Postpartum

Ep 122 Description:

“Have that quality time together because you have to depend on this person and stay connected so you don't feel alone. Don't stop date night.” —Tarah Kerwin

Parenthood brings joy, challenges, and a shift in the dynamics of your relationship. Join Tarah Kerwin, relationship expert and advocate for thriving partnerships, as she shares practical strategies to deepen your emotional and physical bond with your partner after welcoming a baby. In this heartfelt episode, Tarah explores the impact of parenthood on intimacy, communication, and connection, offering actionable advice to rekindle passion, strengthen trust, and navigate the beautiful yet complex journey of life as new parents. Tune in for empowering insights, relatable stories, and tools to help you and your partner grow closer than ever, even amidst sleepless nights and diaper changes.

The transition to parenthood can put even the strongest relationships to the test. With the demands of a new baby, it's all too easy for couples to drift apart, losing the intimacy and connection that once came so naturally. But it doesn't have to be that way— with the right strategies and mindset, you can deepen your bond and emerge from this chapter closer than ever.

Tarah Kerwin is a licensed marriage and family therapist and the co-founder of the Relationship Renovation Counseling Center. Alongside her husband EJ, she's on a mission to help couples navigate the challenges of new parenthood and rediscover the love that brought them together.

In this episode, Tarah shares her personal birth story, and tips for building support systems, maintaining intimacy, preparing for parenthood, and turning personal struggles into professional expertise. Tune in to learn how you can safeguard your relationship through this transformative time.

#strengtheningpostbabybond, #deepemotionalconnection, #physicalintimacyafterbaby, #tarahkerwinrelationshiptips, #postpartumrelationshipadvice, #parentingandpartnerconnection, #rekindlingromanceafterbaby, #balancingparenthoodandlove, #deepenyourrelationshippostpartum, #parenthoodandemotionalbond, #navigatingloveafterbaby, #strengthenyourmarriageafterbirth, #reconnectwithyourpartnerpostbaby, #parentingandcouplegoals, #buildingintimacyasnewparents

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Episode Highlights:

03:10 An Emotional Moment

10:49 Navigating the First Year with Twins

16:32 Building a Counseling Practice

20:51 Maintaining Intimacy and Connection After Pregnancy

27:12 Preparing for Parenthood

30:07 Resources for Couples

Ep 121 Description:

“If we mentally prepare ourselves for even the unknown and not think we know everything, that's the first step into just being okay with any direction that happens.” —Rachael Van Schoick

Maintaining a balanced body and pelvic health is crucial for a positive pregnancy and birth experience. Proper alignment, mobility, and pelvic floor awareness can help facilitate an easier labor and postpartum recovery. Integrating holistic wellness practices throughout the childbearing year can empower women to embrace this transformative journey with confidence.

This week, we are joined by Rachael Van Schoick. Rachael is a dedicated mother, a passionate advocate for holistic wellness, and a certified birth doula and licensed massage therapist. Drawing on her background in osteopathy, Rachel offers personalized care to expectant and new mothers, helping them achieve physical and emotional balance.

In this episode, Rachael shares the challenges she faced during and after pregnancy and how her healing journey inspired her to become a doula. Listen in as Debra and Rachael discuss the "balanced system" approach to birth and pregnancy, the importance of postpartum care and healing, Rachael’s programs that support new mothers in reconnecting with their bodies, and more.

Balanced Body Approach for Birth and Pelvic Health" with Rachael Van Schoick

Discover a transformative journey into maternal wellness and pelvic health with Balanced Body Approach for Birth and Pelvic Health. Hosted by Rachael Van Schoick, a dedicated expert in prenatal and postpartum care, this podcast empowers women with the tools, knowledge, and strategies to embrace motherhood with confidence and strength.

Each episode dives deep into topics like pelvic floor strengthening, holistic birth preparation, and body alignment techniques that support a smooth pregnancy, empowered childbirth, and successful postpartum recovery. Rachael’s compassionate approach blends evidence-based insights with practical advice, offering listeners a well-rounded perspective on achieving physical and emotional well-being during motherhood.

From maternal health strategies to natural birth support and healing after birth, this podcast is your go-to resource for comprehensive care. Whether you're preparing for birth, recovering postpartum, or supporting a loved one, you'll find valuable tips and expert guidance to navigate this transformative life stage.

Tune in for empowering discussions, expert interviews, and actionable advice tailored to the unique needs of mothers. Reclaim your wellness and embrace the journey of motherhood with Balanced Body Approach for Birth and Pelvic Health. Subscribe now and take the first step toward a healthier, more balanced you!

#balancedbodyapproach, #birthandpelvichealth, #rachaelvanschoick, #prenatalwellness, #postpartumrecovery, #pelvicfloorstrengthening, #holisticbirthpreparation, #pelvichealthtips, #maternalhealthstrategies, #birthfitnesstechniques, #bodyalignmentforbirth, #womenshealthpodcast, #empoweredmotherhood, #naturalbirthsupport, #pelvicwellnessexpert, #mindbodyconnectionforbirth, #healingafterbirth, #birthcoachadvice, #physicaltherapyformothers, #holisticmaternalcare

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Episode Highlights:

02:31 Rachel’s First Birth

07:56 Rachel’s Second Birth

12:55 Emotional and Physical Healing Journey Postpartum

16:55 Pelvic Floor Therapy

21:33 Becoming a Doula

24:24 Balance Approach to Pregnancy and Birth Preparation

30:36 Rachel’s Postpartum Program

Ep 120 Description:

“When you know what you stand for, then you can know what you don't stand for, and you can start to make those boundaries to be more on a rested path than off a rested path.” —Karen Brody

Rest is not merely a luxury, but a vital necessity for our well-being. When we prioritize rest, we open ourselves up to profound personal growth and the possibility of profound transformation. Discover how the power of rest can unlock new levels of resilience, creativity, and connection within ourselves in this week’s episode.

Karen Brody is the author of the acclaimed book "Daring to Rest" and the founder of the Daring to Rest method, a groundbreaking approach that has empowered thousands of women to reclaim their power through the practice of yoga Nidra meditation. As a respected voice in the realm of maternal wellness, Brody's insights and expertise have inspired a global community to prioritize rest and self-care.

Listen in as Karen shares her transformative birth experiences, her journey from community organizer to playwright, the importance of rest in postpartum recovery and everyday life, what yoga Nidra is and its benefits, and her free monthly "Yes to Rest" gatherings and a 40-day daring to rest program to encourage women to prioritize rest for their well-being and that of their families.

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Episode Highlights:

04:29 Meet Karen

10:36 Transition to Advocacy

17:31 The Role of Rest and Yoga Nidra

29:54 Tips for Practicing Yoga Nidra

33:21 DARE to Rest