Rise: A Christian Birth Podcast
Rise: A Christian Birth Podcast is hosted by Christian doula Mannah Liu and aimed at pregnant Christian women who want to prepare for birth with confidence and trust in God, especially those hoping for a natural or unmedicated birth. Episodes offer education about how fear affects labor, what happens in the body during birth, and practical pain-coping strategies. The show also brings biblical perspective, prayer, and honest conversations about real birth experiences to help listeners approach labor with peace and clarity.
Episodes
23. "They Wouldn't Let Me": The Birth Language That's Working Against You
Send us Fan Mail"They wouldn't let me go past 40 weeks.""They made me get an injection.""I had to have a C-section."This is the language of permission and it's so normal in birth culture that most of us don't even notice it.In this episode, we're talking about how the words we use around birth quietly shape what we believe about our role in it. And
22. 3 Truths Every Christian Mom Needs to Remember When She's Still Afraid of Birth
Send us Fan MailYou've read the books. You've taken the class. You've prayed about it more times than you can count.And you're still afraid.If that's you, this episode is for you.This isn't an episode about the physiology of fear or coping techniques for labor. It's a heart-level conversation for the mom who feels like she should have more faith by now and doesn&
21. How I Became a Christ-Centered Birth Doula, Part 4: 42 Weeks Pregnant, the Pressure to Induce, and Finding Peace in Surrender
Send us Fan MailWe've made it to Part 4: the final chapter of my personal birth story series.This episode picks up after my second birth and covers my third pregnancy, my third birth, and the pivotal experience that led me to officially become a doula.This one is about learning that preparation and control are not the same thing.In this episode, I share:• My friend's VBAC story aka the b
20. How I Became a Christ-Centered Birth Doula, Part 3: My Home Birth Story After a Traumatic Hospital Birth
Send us Fan MailWe made it to Part 3, and this is the one where things started to change.In this episode, I'm sharing my second birth: a home birth after a traumatic hospital experience, and the story of how God used all of it to lead me exactly where I'm supposed to be.In this episode, I share:• Why I trained for a half marathon nine months postpartum (and what it was really about)• How
19. How I Became a Christ-Centered Birth Doula, Part 2: Postpartum Depression, PTSD, & Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy After Birth
Send us Fan MailThis episode picks up right where Part 1 left off: walking out of the hospital with my firstborn and a plan to just... never think about the birth again.That plan did not work.In Part 2 of this series, I'm sharing what the first year after my traumatic birth experience actually looked like: the physical recovery I wasn't prepared for, the PPD I got diagnosed with in a thi
18. How I Became a Christ-Centered Birth Doula, Part 1: My Traumatic Hospital Birth Story
Send us Fan MailThis episode is personal, a little less polished, and by popular request.In Part 1 of this series, I'm sharing my own birth story...my first baby, born in a hospital during the height of COVID, and the experience that ultimately changed the entire direction of my life and (eventually) led me to becoming a birth doula.I'm holding nothing back. I want you to understand not
17. Can Pregnant Christian Moms Manifest a Positive Birth Experience?
Send us Fan MailCan Christian moms “manifest” a positive birth experience… or is that idea at odds with biblical truth?In this episode, we’re unpacking a topic that’s becoming more common in pregnancy and birth spaces, even among Christians: manifestation.You’ve maybe heard phrases like: “Speak your birth into existence” “Visualize your dream birth” “Your thoughts create your reality” But how sh
16. What's the Difference Between Obstetricians, Midwives, and Doulas?
Send us Fan MailHave you ever wondered what exactly an OB, a midwife, and a doula each do, and how they're different from one another? You're not alone! This is one of the most common questions I get from first-time mamas who are just starting to research their birth options.In this episode, I'm breaking it all down so you can walk into your prenatal care feeling informed, confident
15. Is Natural Birth Possible in a Hospital?
Send us Fan MailIs it actually realistic to have a natural (unmedicated) birth in a hospital?If you’ve been researching birth options, you’ve probably seen completely opposite opinions: some saying it happens all the time, and others saying it’s nearly impossible.So which is true?In this episode, we’re breaking it down honestly and practically.We talk about what people really mean when they say “n
14. How One Home Birth Led to a Georgia Birth Freedom Movement | Lainey Stancil, Founder of Peach State Birth Coalition
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I’m joined by Lainey Stancil, founder of the Peach State Birth Coalition, a Georgia-based nonprofit focused on maternal health education, community support, and birth freedom.Lainey shares the story of how her own birth experience completely changed the direction of her life. After feeling dismissed by a provider during pregnancy, she switched to midwifery care and
13. Top 6 Myths About Natural Birth (And the Truth for Christian Moms)
Send us Fan MailThere are many misconceptions about natural birth in modern culture. Some of these myths come from media portrayals of labor, some come from medicalized birth culture, and some even appear wrapped in spiritual language.In this episode, we walk through six of the most common myths about natural birth and gently replace them with truth grounded in physiology, history, and biblical wi
12. What Are Necessary and Unnecessary Birth Interventions?
Send us Fan MailYou may have heard the phrase necessary vs. unnecessary interventions in birth. But what does “necessary” really mean?In this episode, we break down:What the word intervention actually meansThe difference between a true medical emergency and a normal physiological processWhy speeding up labor isn’t always medically indicatedHow common interventions (like Pitocin or artificial ruptu
11. Women’s Hormones, Thyroid Health & Functional Medicine with Dr. Gabrielle Wesemeyer
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Gabrielle Wesemeyer, Doctor of Chiropractic and Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, to talk about women’s hormones, thyroid health, stress, cortisol, and simple lifestyle shifts that can make a major impact.Gabrielle shares her personal health journey, including medically induced menopause during chemotherapy, and how that experience led h
10. Why Understanding Hospital Protocols Matters in Any Natural Birth
Send us Fan MailIf you're planning a natural birth in the hospital, understanding hospital policies and protocols is one of the most important things you can do to prepare.In this episode, we talk about:Why “going with the flow” without preparation can increase stress and interventionsHow hospital default policies influence birth (IVs, monitoring, movement, food, cervical checks, newborn proc
9. Perinatal Mental Health, Birth Trauma & Support with Paige Head of Crescent Counseling & Consulting LLC
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I’m joined by Paige Head, licensed therapist and owner of Crescent Counseling & Consulting, to talk honestly about postpartum mental health, birth trauma, expectations, and the kind of support moms actually need.Paige shares her own story of traumatic birth, postpartum depression and anxiety, and how God used those experiences to shape her calling to serve wome
8. Which Hospital in Atlanta is Best for Natural Birth?
Send us Fan MailExpectant parents often ask, “What’s the best hospital in Atlanta for a natural birth?” hoping for a clear, reassuring answer. But in this episode, we unpack why that question may be oversimplifying something far more complex.I share why I don’t rank or recommend specific hospitals, even though some have better reputations than others, and what actually matters more than the hospit
7. What Happens Right After Birth: 6 Things No One Tells You
Send us Fan MailMost birth preparation focuses on labor and pushing but very few parents are truly prepared for what happens immediately after the baby is born.In this episode, we walk through the first minutes and hours after birth and talk about what is normal, what is routine, and where you may have options. For many moms, this phase feels confusing or overwhelming...not because anything went w
6. How to Break the Fear-Tension-Pain Cycle with Faith and Practical Tools
Send us Fan MailFear of labor pain can create a cycle that makes contractions feel more intense: the fear-tension-pain cycle. In this episode, we break down exactly what that cycle is, why it matters, and how to stop it before it controls your labor.You’ll learn:How fear physically affects your body during laborPractical tools to release tension and breathe through contractionsFaith-based strategi
5. 5 Daily Habits Every Pregnant Christian Can Use to Nourish Body and Soul
Send us Fan MailPregnancy is physical, emotional, spiritual, and mental...all at the same time. If you’re preparing for birth, it’s not enough to only focus on nutrition and physical preparation. Your heart and soul need care too.In this episode, I share five simple daily habits every pregnant Christian can use to nourish both body and soul while preparing for labor. These practices are meant to b
4. A Christian Doula’s Tips for Navigating Natural Birth in a System You Don't Fully Trust
Send us Fan MailHave you ever wondered how to pursue a natural birth when you’re not sure you can trust the system you're giving birth in?In this episode, we will cover:Why acknowledging your unease about hospital birth is actually a key part of Christian birth prep...How faith-centered pregnancy planning helps you prepare for natural childbirth without falling into fear or false optimism...M
3. 4 Things to Remember When You're the Only One in Your Circle Planning a Natural Birth
Send us Fan MailPlanning a natural birth can feel isolating...especially when you’re the only one in your circle choosing to go unmedicated.Galatians 1:10 "Am I now trying to win the approval of human beings, or of God? Or am I trying to please people? If I were still trying to please people, I would not be a servant of Christ."In this episode, I’m speaking directly to the mom who feels
2. The #1 Way a Biblical Approach to Birth Differs from US Culture
Send us Fan MailHow does a biblical approach to birth differ from the way U.S. culture views it?In this episode, we explore the key difference between fear-driven birth decisions and faith-filled, God-centered stewardship. Too often, U.S. culture treats birth as a high-risk event to control, leading to anxiety, rigid plans, and unnecessary interventions.We discuss:How fear and control shape US bir
1. How to Interview Midwives and OBGYNs for Birth (And What Their Answers Really Tell You)
Send us Fan MailMany women choose their OB or midwife for birth the same way they choose a dentist...based on convenience, familiarity, or recommendations from friends. But birth is a completely different specialty, and a provider who is great at routine gynecologic care may not be aligned with the kind of birth you want.In this episode, I break down how to interview midwives and OB-GYNs for birth
Trailer | Rise: A Christian Birth Podcast
Send us Fan MailWelcome to Rise: A Christian Birth Podcast.This trailer introduces the heart behind the podcast and who it’s for: pregnant Christian women who want to prepare for birth with confidence, wisdom, and trust in the Lord...without being ruled by fear.Hosted by childbirth educator, doula, and mom of three Mannah Liu, Rise blends practical birth education with biblical truth to help you u
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