Born Wild Podcast
Conversations with Midwives surrounding pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Wouldn't it be wild if there were no rules, we had true autonomy, and our loyalty was only to the families we serve? This is a safe space to process experiences without judgement. Questioning what it means to be midwives through continuous self reflection. Remembering what it means to be Born Wild.
Episodes
How Midwives and Women Can Transform Birth Experiences 170
Dr. Melanie Jackson, also known as Melanie the Midwife, shares her journey from naturopathy to midwifery, her insights on physiological birth, the importance of regulation, and how women and midwives can collaborate to transform maternity care.Key Topics: Birth as a physiological processThe role of regulation in midwiferyDifferences between Australian and US maternity systemsThe importance of lis
The Power of Male Support in Birth 169
In this episode, Travis, aka Doula Dude, shares his journey from a supportive husband to an advocate for unassisted childbirth, emphasizing the importance of male involvement and informed decision-making in the birth process. What we love most about this episode is the passion Travis has. It shows how committed he is to doing his research with his wife so together they can make their best informed
From Conception to Birth: Jade's Home Birth Journey 168
Today Jade shares her inspiring journey into motherhood, from conception to her decision to have a home birth, highlighting the importance of personalized care and informed choices.Key Topics: Journey into motherhood and conceptionDecision-making process for home birthImportance of personalized prenatal careManaging labor and birth at homeBreastfeeding challenges and solutionsPostpartum recovery a
How Symptoms Are Your Body's Communication System 167
In this episode, Kezia shares her journey into German New Medicine (GNM), how it transformed her understanding of health, and practical insights on how to interpret body symptoms as communication rather than brokenness. Discover how shifting perspective can lead to peace and empowerment in managing health. key topicsThe core principles of German New Medicine (GNM)How body symptoms reflect subconsc
She Went From 5 cm to Baby in 30 Minutes | June Midwife Recap + Pregnancy Lessons - 166
In this month's recap, Sophia and her student, Eva, reflect on a surprisingly quiet month in practice, highlighted by one incredibly fast birth that unfolded very differently than planned.They discuss pregnancy hypertension, anxiety, postpartum recovery, practicing suturing skills, funny listener questions, and exciting innovations in sustainable baby products—including biodegradable diapers d
Unraveling Birth Myths: Trust, Regulation, and Human Stories - 165
Freya Kellet shares her journey around birth work, exploring her evolving perspectives on birth, regulation, and trust in women. This episode delves into the complexities of birth choices, legal constraints, and the human side of birth experiences.In this episode we cover: The impact of regulation on birth choicesTrusting women and intuition in birthThe emotional and psychological aspects of birt
From Hospital to Home: Sarah's Birth Journey 164
Sarah shares her inspiring journey through hospital and home births, highlighting the importance of informed choices, emotional support, and the beauty of natural birth experiences. This episode offers valuable insights for expectant parents considering their birth options.keywordsbirth stories, home birth, hospital birth, postpartum, breastfeeding, pregnancy, natural birth, birth support, birth p
Midwifery Unveiled: Balancing Passion, Challenges, and Community Impact - 163
Join Sophia and Lisa as they explore the real challenges and rewards of midwifery. From managing costs and balancing family life to navigating legal pressures, this episode offers practical advice and heartfelt reflections.Key Topics:Hidden costs and financial management in midwiferyBalancing on-call schedules with personal lifeBuilding community and support among midwivesNavigating legal challeng
Retained Placenta, Severe Preeclampsia & a 10-Pound Baby | Midwife Stories 162
In this April/May recap episode, Sophia and Eva reflect on four unique home births, including a retained placenta transfer, a severe preeclampsia diagnosis discovered during labor, a successful VBAC after multiple uterine surgeries, and a surprise baby boy born into a family with two daughters.They also discuss neonatal resuscitation training, fetal heart tone reviews, newborn screening skills, po
Traditional Midwifery, Peer Review & Birth Worker Mentorship: 161
Sophia sits down with Rowan Bailey and Sarita Bennett of Foundational Concepts for Midwives for a conversation about traditional midwifery, mentorship, persecution, peer review, and preserving birth wisdom.Together they discuss:practicing midwifery in illegal statesaccountability within the birth communitytrauma and trust among birth workerscompetency-based educationnervous system safety in learni
3 Wild Birth Stories | Hemorrhage, Hospital Transfer & Birth After Loss
In this March recap episode, Sophia, Eva, and Aly share personal updates, behind-the-scenes practice conversations, and three very different birth stories.They discuss:a prolonged labor ending in hospital transfer + C-sectioninformed consent and newborn antibioticsa peaceful birth after pregnancy losspostpartum hemorrhage management at homebalancing intervention with autonomy in birth workwedding
From Skeptic to Advocate: A Dad’s Home Birth Wake-Up Call
In this episode, Sophia sits down with Jacob Dubois, a father of two who went from skeptical to fully supportive of home birth.They discuss:Why many partners resist home birth initiallyThe moment his perspective shiftedDifferences between hospital and midwifery careWhat dads actually need to know before birthHow birth experiences shape motherhood and parentingThis episode offers a rare and valuabl
53 Weeks Pregnant?!!? The Birth Story That Doesn't Make Sense... Until it Does
In this episode, Sophia and Aly sit down with Larissa to share one of the most unique birth journeys yet.What began as a seemingly overdue pregnancy turned into a powerful story of intuition, patience, and uncovering what was actually happening beneath the surface.Larissa shares:Why she chose a no-intervention pregnancyThe confusion of measuring small and unclear timelinesHow an early loss changed
Teaching Girls to Trust Their Bodies (Before It’s Too Late)
In this episode of The Born Wild Podcast, Sophia sits down with Laurisa Paul, RN and founder of Girls Who Know, to explore how early education shapes women’s relationships with their bodies and birth.Laurisa shares her personal journey through multiple birth experiences—from highly medicalized to deeply intuitive—and how those experiences led her to create a program that teaches girls body literac
From Birth Trauma to Doula | NICU, Fear & Healing
In this episode, Sophia sits down with Liz Eidelman, a birth doula and mom of two, who shares her powerful journey through two very different birth experiences. After a traumatic first birth and unexpected NICU stay, Liz entered her second pregnancy seeking a different experience — but still found herself navigating fear, medical pressure, and ultimately a cesarean birth.This conversation explores
How to Support Pregnancy and Infant Loss | Grief, Trauma, and Healing
In this episode of the Born Wild Podcast, Sophia sits down with Jessica Malmberg, an LMFT and trauma and grief specialist who supports families through pregnancy loss, infant loss, infertility, and birth trauma. Jessica shares her own story of losing her first baby, Otto, and how that experience shaped both her grief journey and her life’s work.Together, they talk about supporting grieving familie
Midwife Birth Recap: Surprise Fast Labor, Newborn Support & Postpartum Recovery
In this episode of the Born Wild Podcast, Sophia, and her students, Aly, and Eva, share a February recap from the practice, including two beautiful and surprisingly quick births. They reflect on a second-time mama who worried about repeating her long first labor but ended up having her baby so fast the team didn’t make it in time, and a first-time mama whose birth brought important lessons around
Home Birth Story: 84-Hour Labor, 3-Hour Birth, and Hard-Won Postpartum Wisdom
In this episode, Sophia sits down with Oniana to explore her journey into motherhood, birth work, and supporting families in her community. Oniana shares the powerful contrast between her two home births — an intense 84-hour labor and a fast 3-hour birth — and the lessons each experience taught her about intuition, environment, and support.They also dive into long labor patterns, postpartum recove
37 Weeks, Waters Broke Early, 7-Hour Home Birth (Baby Came Before Midwives)
This episode features a detailed birth story that explores the journey of choosing a home birth, navigating pregnancy challenges, and embracing natural birth practices. The guest shares insights on interventions, the power of intuition, and the importance of support systems.Sophia interviews one of her clients, Aine, where she shares how she navigates different challenges or obstacles, ends up bas
German New Medicine: Understanding Your Child’s Symptoms
In this episode of the Born Wild Podcast, host Sophia speaks with Natasha Nazerali, a German New Medicine educator, about the principles of German New Medicine (GNM) and its application in understanding health and healing. Natasha explains the five biological laws that govern the relationship between the psyche, brain, and body, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the meaning behind symptoms
Welcome Back Updates, Long births, monitoring and more
Welcome back!!!! In this episode, Sophia and Eva discuss their experiences with long labors, sharing practical insights on managing multiple days of labor, team stamina, and patient care nuances. They also explore shifts in their practice, including home visit adaptations and practice management strategies.Key Topics: Understanding what constitutes a long birth and common patterns observedStrategi
149. Honoring Our Roots: Reviving Traditional Midwifery with Lisa Rawson
🌿 Episode SummaryThis conversation explores the current state of midwifery, highlighting the wisdom of traditional practices and the importance of reconnecting with the roots of the CPM movement. Sophia and Lisa discuss how honoring elder midwives and learning from minority and LGBTQ+ communities can enrich the future of midwifery. Together, they reflect on the challenges and opportunities in inte
148. The Heart Behind the Scan: Karen Han’s Story
In this episode, we sit down with ultrasound technologist Karen Han, whose career path took her from banking and medical transcription to discovering the beauty of birth through the lens of ultrasound. After years working in hospitals, her first home birth experience opened her eyes to the incredible possibilities of physiological birth outside the medical system. Today, she brings warmth, skill,
147. Real Food for Real Moms with Lily Nichols
In this episode of the Born Wild Podcast, host Sophia Henderson, LM, CPM, interviews Lily Nichols, a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Educator, researcher, and author with a passion for evidence-based nutrition. Together, they explore the critical role of nutrition during pregnancy and postpartum, the gaps between current dietary guidelines and modern research, and the importa
146. Whole-Body Pregnancy Care: A Functional Medicine Conversation with Sarah Thompson
In this episode of the Born Wild Podcast, host Sophia Henderson speaks with Sarah Thompson, MAOM, LAc — a licensed acupuncturist, certified functional medicine practitioner, and birth doula with over 20 years of experience in maternal health. Together they explore the importance of nutrition in pregnancy, the role of functional medicine in supporting mothers and babies, and the barriers families f
145. Revolutionizing Maternity Care with Dr. Stuart Fischbein
In this episode of the Born Wild Podcast, host Sophia Henderson speaks with Dr. Stuart Fischbein, an obstetrician with decades of experience advocating for physiological birth, midwifery collaboration, and informed consent. Dr. Stu shares his journey from medical student to outspoken advocate for respectful maternity care.They discuss the importance of understanding the risks associated with vario
144. Lindsay’s Story: From Hospital Walls to Home Birth Freedom
In this episode of the Born Wild Podcast, host Sophia Henderson speaks with Lindsay Gretch, a mother of six from Sebastopol, about her diverse birth experiences ranging from hospital births to birthing centers and ultimately to home births. Lindsay shares her journey of empowerment through each birth, highlighting the lessons learned from her hospital experiences, the transition to birthing center
143. Karma’s Path of Support, Sovereignty, and Financial Wellness
In this episode of the Born Wild Podcast, host Sophia Henderson speaks with Karma — a woman devoted to supporting women outside of conventional systems through full-spectrum doula care, women’s circles, and financial wellness guidance. Karma shares her transformative journey into birth work, her commitment to holistic support for women across all stages of life, and her vision of weaving financial
142. Trailblazing Breech & Twin Home Births with Dr. Victoria Flores
In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Victoria Flores shares her rare expertise in supporting twin and breech births safely at home. With decades of hands-on experience and a deep respect for the body’s wisdom, Dr. Flores walks us through the nuanced risks, benefits, and criteria she uses to guide families. She also reflects on how spirituality and faith ground her confidence in this sacred work, an
141. The Healing Power of Loss in Birth Work with Rachael
In this episode of the Born Wild Podcast, Sophia Henderson sits down with Rachael, midwife and creatrix of the Elemental Birth Rites course journey, to explore the profound intersections of loss, birth, and personal transformation. Drawing from her own experiences with miscarriage and witnessing challenging birth stories, Rachael shares how these moments shaped her approach to midwifery and deepen
140. Jordan Phillips: The Fertility Comeback Story You Need to Hear
In this powerful episode of the Born Wild Podcast, Sophia Henderson talks with Jordan Phillips (@jordaninthesun), a health and nutrition educator specializing in women’s hormones. Jordan opens up about her own years-long journey of hormonal disregulation, nutrient depletion, and the challenges of navigating fertility. From losing her menstrual cycle for nearly a decade to regaining her health, con
139. Beyond the Lens: Amber Brown on Birth Photography
In this heartfelt episode of the Born Wild Podcast, host Sophia Henderson sits down with Amber Brown, a birth and family photographer based in Northern California. Amber shares how her own home birth experiences—and even the challenges along the way—sparked her passion for documenting the raw, sacred moments of birth. From her transition from wedding photography to birth work, to the emotional and
138. Call Your Neighbor, Not Your OB with Billie Harrigan
Billie Harrigan is a fierce advocate for restoring safety, sovereignty, and sanity to modern birth practices. With nearly 40 years of experience serving birthing families and teaching traditional birth skills in over 125 countries, Billie offers deep wisdom rooted in the ancestral role of the birth companion. She trains others in trauma-informed care and physiological birth and is a bold voice cha
137. Drs. Stewart & Corredor-Stewart: Tiny Mouths, Big Impact
In this episode of the Born Wild Podcast, Sophia Henderson welcomes Drs. Hal Stewart and Adriana Corredor-Stewart to explore the powerful connection between oral development and whole-body health. From in-utero craniofacial formation to early airway support, the conversation highlights how oral restrictions like tongue and lip ties affect feeding, breathing, nervous system regulation, and long-ter
136. The Sacred Transition of Matrescence with Emilie Martin of Motherheard
In this episode, we sit down with Emilie Martin—therapeutic listener, coach, and founder of Motherheard—to explore the emotional, spiritual, and relational shifts of matrescence. We talk about grief, identity, motherhood, and the need for deep, reflective support as women navigate birth and beyond.What You’ll Learn: • What matrescence is and why it matters • How Emilie supports mothers through pre
135. Elizabeth’s Story: 63 Hours of Labor
In this episode, we sit down with Elizabeth—a first-time mom, teacher, and advocate for medical freedom—who shares her powerful journey through a 63-hour labor, home birth, and the challenges of early postpartum. Raised vegan and homeschooled, Elizabeth has always questioned mainstream narratives. Her story explores leaving her baby to return to work, dealing with nerve pain in pregnancy, and choo
134. Between a Shot and a Hard Place with Dr. Joel Warsh
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Joel Warsh, integrative pediatrician and author of Between a Shot and a Hard Place, to explore the current state of vaccine discourse, parental decision-making, and public trust in medicine. Dr. Warsh shares why he wrote this book, how censorship impacts open dialogue, and what he hopes for the future of vaccine education and policy.⸻🌱 What You’ll Learn: • Wha
133. Maximizing Your Maternity Leave with Diane from California Maternity Leave Consulting
✨ Episode Summary:Today we’re diving deep into all things maternity leave with Diane — engineer, home birth mom of two, and the powerhouse behind California Maternity Leave Consulting.Diane breaks down how to create a personalized maternity leave plan, what benefits really matter, and how to navigate the power dynamics between employer, provider, and state so you can advocate for the leave and pay
132. Catching Her Own Baby: Holistic Birth, Breastfeeding & Empowerment with Jordan Dizon
In this inspiring episode, Sophia talks with Jordan Dizon — a DONA-trained birth doula and lactation support specialist — about her incredible personal birth story, catching her own son, navigating NICU challenges during COVID, and how she supports families holistically through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and breastfeeding.Jordan shares her passion for shifting hospital policies, her experience
131. Father’s Day Special: Dads on Birth – From Hospitals to Home
In this heartfelt Father’s Day episode, we bring together a panel of fathers who’ve experienced a wide range of births — hospital, birth center, home birth, cesarean, and IVF journeys. They share their honest reflections on becoming dads, supporting their partners, and what birth taught them about love, fear, and fatherhood.🔍 What You’ll Learn: What dads really think when home birth is first ment
127. Plant Wisdom, Birth as Initiation & Reclaiming Herbal Traditions with Sarah Dolan
In this episode, we sit down with Sarah Dolan—herbalist, student midwife, and tender of sacred thresholds—to explore the profound ways plant medicine and birthwork weave together. Sarah shares her path to midwifery, insights on herbs like nettle, calendula, and angelica, and her deep reverence for birth as a spiritual rite of passage. We talk NORA tea, postpartum care, the energetic language of pl
130. Home Birth, Healing, and Holistic Wisdom with Alex Kelly
In this episode, we sit down with Alex Kelly—educator, mother, and holistic parenting advocate—to talk about her journey through cesarean and home birth VBAC, navigating severe pregnancy complications, and supporting a failure-to-thrive baby through breastfeeding challenges and supplementing. Alex shares how her background in holistic dentistry and integrative health shaped her parenting and recov
129. Biologically Normal Sleep & the Power of Nurture: A Conversation with Linda Fitzgerald
In this episode, we sit down with infant sleep educator and Nurture Neuroscience Circle facilitator, Linda Fitzgerald, to explore how nurturing parenting practices shape emotional and mental health starting in infancy. Linda shares her personal story of moving to the U.S. during the pandemic, her journey into neuroscience-based parenting, and why “normal” infant sleep is so often misunderstood. We
128. Nourishing Fertility and Pregnancy with Anisa Woodall
In this episode, we sit down with holistic prenatal nutritionist and mother of two, Anisa Woodall, to explore how intentional nourishment before conception can transform pregnancy and birth. Anisa shares her personal story of healing from depletion, her transition from midwife-attended birth to sovereign free birth, and how her work empowers women to reclaim their innate fertility and vitality. To
126. Breastfeeding with IGT: Lizzy Morris on Feeding, Freebirth & Self-Trust
In this honest and empowering episode, Lizzy Morris shares her journey through breastfeeding with IGT (Insufficient Glandular Tissue), a condition that made feeding her baby a complex and emotional challenge. She opens up about the realities of IGT, using donor milk, supplemental nursing systems, and the grief of not producing enough milk—while also reclaiming her power through freebirth and radic
125. Birth Trauma & Healing Through Midwifery with Lori Barklage
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Lori Barklage, founder of Birthing Peace Within, to explore how unresolved trauma shapes our births—and how healing it can transform generations. Lori shares her own story of a traumatic hospital transfer at 42 weeks, the arrest of her midwife, and how her personal healing journey inspired her to help others do the same. Her perspective blends trauma-info
124. Womb Wisdom, Free Birth, and Reclaiming Our Cycles with Kristin Hauser
In this episode, we sit down with Kristin Hauser—mother, acupuncturist, herbalist, and somatic sex educator—for a rich conversation about birth, cyclical wisdom, and embodied healing. Kristin shares her personal experience of birthing all four of her children at home and how her deep-rooted work in Traditional Chinese Medicine, somatics, and womb-centered care invites women back to their power. Fr
123. Empowered Choices in Birth & Beyond with Alexandra from Just the Inserts
In this episode, we sit down with Alexandra, the founder of Just the Inserts, to discuss informed medical decision-making, birth choices, and vaccine research. Alexandra shares her personal experience with birth in both hospital and home settings, the importance of understanding medical inserts, and how parents can advocate for themselves in the medical system. Whether you’re expecting a baby, que
122. Born Breech: Trusting Instincts, Embracing Birth
In this episode, we dive into the world of breech birth, home birth, and the wisdom of birthing instincts. We explore personal birth stories, the nuances between birthkeepers, doulas, and midwives, and the power of intuition in labor. Plus, we discuss the concept of orgasmic birth, Hypnobirthing techniques, and what happens when an External Cephalic Version (ECV) doesn’t go as planned. Join us as
121. January Reflections & Understanding “Sticky Babies”
In this episode, hosts Lea and Sophia sit down to debrief the whirlwind of January—sharing updates from their personal lives, the highs and lows of the month, and what’s been happening in their practices. They also dive into an important topic: dystocia, with a focus on shoulder dystocia—what it is, how it presents, and why it’s often just a “sticky baby” situation rather than an emergency. They b
119. Exploring the Sacred Practices of Placenta Care with Carissa Rose
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of placenta practices with Carissa Rose. Carissa is a daughter, partner, tender of wombs, and devotee to the portal of life and death. With a deep belief in the sacredness of life and the innate wisdom within each body, she brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to her work. Carissa shares her unique perspective on honoring the placenta thro
118. From Trauma to Triumph: Reclaiming Postpartum Strength with Patricia Siegel
In this episode, Patricia Siegel, a semi-professional runner, triathlete, and Pelvic Floor Expert, shares her story of overcoming postpartum trauma and creating innovative solutions for pelvic floor recovery. After a challenging 57-hour labor, Patricia faced significant postpartum challenges, including incontinence, pain, and emotional distress. Using her expertise in sports therapy and experience
117. Morissa Gruder – Breech Birth, Patience, and Finding Strength in Parenthood
In this episode, we chat with Morissa Gruder, a vibrant mom of two, fitness enthusiast, and HR professional with a heart for learning and connection. Morissa shares her unique birth stories, starting with her first baby, who was born breech at home at 37 weeks. She opens up about her second home birth at 40 weeks, describing how challenging it was to wait and trust the process.Born and raised in V
116. Your Baby, Your Way: Medical Freedom, Unassisted Birth, and More with Jennifer Margulis, Ph.D.
Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title: Your Baby, Your Way: Medical Freedom, Unassisted Birth, and More with Jennifer Margulis, Ph.D.Episode Overview:Join your host Sophia as she sits down with Jennifer Margulis, Ph.D., award-winning science journalist, author, and advocate for medical freedom and safe vaccination practices. In this episode, Jennifer shares her experiences as a mother of four, navigatin
115. “Exploring Free Birth, Diaper Dilemmas, and Spiritual Midwifery”
In this episode, we dive into topics like granting yourself permission to push, navigating free birth, and managing a busy December as midwives. We also cover practical tips for handling diaper rashes, the pros and cons of cloth versus disposable diapers, and how to streamline diaper services. On a deeper note, we touch on the role of spiritual midwifery and explore resources like Weallda and Badg
114. Tori & Jeremie: Advocacy, Faith, and an Unexpected Hospital Birth
In this episode, we sit down with Tori and Jeremie, a couple from Marin County, to hear their remarkable journey into parenthood. Their daughter, Chloé, was born on August 1st, 2024, and her arrival reshaped their lives in profound ways.Tori and Jeremie share how their passion for a holistic, natural lifestyle grew during Tori’s pregnancy. They immersed themselves in podcasts, books, and research,
113. Embracing Homebirth, Homeschooling, and Life on the “Compound” with Sarah Arimura
Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title: Embracing Homebirth, Homeschooling, and Life on the “Compound” with Sarah ArimuraAbout Today’s Guest: Sarah ArimuraSarah Arimura is a mom of three living in California’s beautiful North Bay. Once a professional photographer, Sarah has transitioned into her roles as a stay-at-home mom and, most recently, a homeschooling parent. She and her family live on what they l
112. Reclaiming Birth as Ceremony: Catalina Clark’s Journey of Healing
Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title: Reclaiming Birth as Ceremony: Catalina Clark’s Journey of HealingAbout Today’s Guest: Catalina ClarkCatalina Clark is a woman, mother, sister, daughter, midwife, and student on the healing path. With over 10 years of experience in birth work, Catalina has dedicated her life to supporting women in alignment with the natural world and the profound power of physiologi
111. Another Bozo on the Bus: Physiological Birth and Biomechanics with Adelaide Meadow
Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title: Another Bozo on the Bus: Physiological Birth and Biomechanics with Adelaide MeadowEpisode Overview:Join your host Sophia as she sits down with Adelaide Meadow, a highly respected birth and body worker with over ten years of experience studying female biomechanics, birth, and movement. Adelaide shares her wealth of knowledge on the intersection of birth, anatomy, ph
110. Nelly’s Birth Stories: Two Births and a Double Diagnosis of Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title: Nelly’s Birth Stories: Two Births and a Double Diagnosis of Spinal Muscular AtrophyEpisode Overview:Join your host Sophia as she interviews Nelly, a mom of two under two, living off-grid in Cazadero, CA, with her husband and a slightly chaotic assortment of animals. Nelly shares her deeply personal and inspiring journey through two wildly different births and navig
109. Jen Santos - Breech Home Birth, OP Home Birth, Precipitous Home Birth
Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title: Jen Santos: Breech Home Birth, OP Labor, and Precipitous BirthEpisode Overview:Join your host Sophia as she welcomes Dr. Jen Santos back to the podcast for the third time! In this episode, Jen shares her personal experiences with her three home births, reflecting on the challenges and triumphs of each. Together, they dive into topics such as breech presentation, ba
108. All Things Breastmilk with Carrie Caillouette, IBCLC
Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title: All Things Breastmilk with Carrie Caillouette, IBCLCEpisode Overview:Join your host Sophia as she sits down with Carrie Caillouette, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) based in West County Sonoma. Carrie shares her wealth of knowledge on all things breastfeeding and breastmilk, offering practical advice and insights to help parents meet t
107. Preterm Birth and Babies with Kristine Laurie
Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title: Preterm Birth and Babies with Kristine LaurieEpisode Overview:Join your hosts Lea and Sophia as they welcome back Kristine Laurie, a Certified Professional Midwife (CPM) and Licensed Midwife (LM) with over 33 years of experience. In this episode, Kristine shares her vast knowledge of high-risk obstetrics in both the United States and international low-resource sett
106. Caley’s Birth Story: Free Birth, Wild Pregnancy, and Empowerment
Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title: Caley’s Birth Story: Free Birth, Wild Pregnancy, and EmpowermentEpisode Overview:Join your host Sophia as she sits down with Caley to share her inspiring and raw third birth story. In this episode, Caley reflects on her journey, including her experiences with free-birth vs. home-birth, navigating relationship challenges, and embracing the beauty of a wild pregnancy
105. Luxury and Liberation: Reproductive Justice with Sabia Wade
Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title: Luxury and Liberation: Reproductive Justice with Sabia WadeEpisode Overview:Join your host Lea as she interviews the incredible Sabia Wade, a Black, Queer, Full Spectrum Doula, CEO, Investor, Author, Educator, and expander of Black Luxury. In this powerful episode, Sabia shares their work in reproductive justice, fighting health disparities, empowering pregnant peo
104. Kim's Birth Stories - Instant Baby, Just Add Water
Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title: Kim’s Birth Stories - Instant Baby, Just Add WaterEpisode Overview:Join your hosts Lea and Sophia as they chat with Kim Hurtado about her three incredible home water birth stories. In this episode, Kim reflects on her conception journeys, her experiences as a medical provider choosing home birth, and navigating challenges like postpartum baby blues, post-term pregn
103. Kelsey’s Birth Story: Placental Abruption and a Return to Trust
Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title: Kelsey’s Birth Story: Placental Abruption and a Return to TrustEpisode Overview:Join your hosts Lea and Sophia as they interview Kelsey about her powerful and emotional birth story. In this episode, Kelsey opens up about her journey through post-term pregnancy, placental abruption, fetal heart arrhythmia, and ultimately a cesarean birth. She shares her experience w
102. Navigating Conflict and Connection with Perinatal Relationship Coach Rhona Berens
Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title: Navigating Conflict and Connection with Perinatal Relationship Coach Rhona BerensEpisode Overview:Join your hosts Sophia and Carissa (our newest student midwife!) as they sit down with Rhona Berens, PhD, PCC, a seasoned perinatal relationship coach and co-author of Fight Right for Your Baby: The How-To Guide for Expecting and New Parents to Shift from Conflict to C
101. Kayla's Birth Story - Surprise Breech and Transport
Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title: Kayla’s Birth Story: Surprise Breech & TransportEpisode Overview:Join your host Sophia as she interviews Kayla about her powerful birth story featuring a surprise breech presentation and a 3rd stage transfer. In this episode, Kayla opens up about her first-time motherhood experience, navigating chiropractic care, acupuncture, hypnotherapy, and back labor before tra
100. Gina Mundy - Childbirth Attorney: A Parent’s Guide to a Safer Childbirth
Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title: Gina Mundy - Childbirth Attorney: A Parent’s Guide to a Safer ChildbirthEpisode Overview:Join your hosts Lea and Sophia as they interview Gina Mundy, a childbirth attorney with over 20 years of experience specializing in labor and delivery cases. In this episode, Gina discusses her groundbreaking book, A Parent’s Guide to a Safer Childbirth, which empowers families
99. Dr Rebecca Cohen - "Natural Birth Doctor"
Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title: Dr. Rebecca Cohen - “Natural Birth Doctor”Episode Overview:Join your host Sophia as she interviews Dr. Rebecca Cohen, MD, a holistic women’s healthcare physician with over 30 years of experience. In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Rebecca shares her journey toward out-of-hospital birth support, the wisdom she’s gained from birthing her 9 children, and her approach
98. Rebekah Wheeler - Trauma Healing in Birth
Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title: Rebekah Wheeler - Trauma Healing in BirthEpisode Overview:Join your host Sophia as she sits down with Rebekah Wheeler, CNM, a Certified Nurse-Midwife, educator, and expert in birth trauma prevention and treatment. In this thought-provoking episode, Rebekah shares her insights from nearly 20 years as a birth professional, highlighting the critical need for perinatal
97. Kelli Moore - Navigating the Medical System
Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title: Kelli Moore - Navigating the Medical SystemEpisode Overview:Join your host Sophia as she interviews Kelli Moore, CEO and Co-Founder of Soulfire Productions, and host of two top-rated podcasts: The Naked Mama and OK, Babe. In this candid and empowering episode, Kelli shares her experiences navigating the complexities of the medical system during pregnancy, birth, an
96. Emma’s Birth Story - Part 2: Intuition and Healing
Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title: Emma’s Birth Story - Part 2: Intuition and HealingEpisode Overview:Join your host Sophia as she interviews Emma about her second pregnancy and birth experience. In this deeply personal and inspiring episode, Emma reflects on moving from a traumatic hospital birth to a healing home birth. She shares her journey of navigating a surprise pregnancy, embracing a wild pr
95. Stesha’s Birth Story - Normalizing Home Birth
Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title: Stesha’s Birth Story - Normalizing Home BirthEpisode Overview:Join your host Sophia as she interviews Stesha, a first-time mom and registered nurse, about her empowering home birth journey. Stesha shares her experience of choosing home birth, inspired by her sisters, and discusses her passion for nutrition, wellness, and empowering other first-time moms to advocate
94. Alisha Meyer - Birth Cultivated
Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title: Alisha Meyer - Birth CultivatedEpisode Overview:Join your host Sophia as she interviews Alisha Meyer from Birth Cultivated, a Traditional Birth Attendant who shares her unique journey through unassisted pregnancy and birth, student midwifery, and creating a private home birth ministry. In this episode, Alisha dives into her decision not to pursue a midwifery licens
93. Ashley's Birth Stories - Quick Births
Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title: Ashley’s Birth Stories - Quick BirthsEpisode Overview:Join your host Sophia as she chats with Ashley about her two fast and empowering birth experiences. Ashley reflects on her home birth, which she describes as natural, serene, magical, and a dream-like experience. Together, they explore topics such as GBS, tandem nursing, prodromal labor, anemia, and food sensiti
92. Yoni Steaming: Healing and History with Kit from Katara
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