19 Methods for Inducing Labor Naturally
Looking for tips and techniques on inducing labor naturally? This article covers important information about your due date, natural ways to induce labor, important cautions if you decide to try…
Two Unmedicated Hospital Births, Vaginal Footling Breech Delivery and Vanishing Twin Syndrome
Katy and her husband Andy welcomed their first daughter in February 2020, just before the world shut down. An uncomplicated and mostly unremarkable pregnancy, followed by a dreamy 3+ weeks…
“Black Girl Magic” Hospital Induction Birth Story
Kiira and her husband, David, decided to start “trying” after 4 years of marriage (13 years together) and got pregnant right away! Kiira’s pregnancy was mostly happy and calm, with…
How Drumming Enhances Pregnancy and Birth Experiences with Sophie Messager
Welcome to another episode of Fear Free Childbirth podcast, where we delve into the incredible realm of childbirth and explore unconventional yet empowering practices. In this episode, I am joined…
3 Must-Knows About Birth Photography — Birth Becomes You
Wow. I dropped my older girls off at their first day of school this morning, and as I walked home, my phone buzzed. Bloody show and contractions. I was on…
Two Hospital Births: PPD and turning to Alcohol, Finding Sobriety and a Joyful Postpartum
When pregnant with her first child, Jen’s pregnancy was subject to many rounds of additional tests and scans throughout her pregnancy as she was being continuously monitored for IUGR. She…
Ep. 64 – Fear Vs Courage in Childbirth with Betty-Ann Davis
Are you letting fear dictate your birth choices? In this episode, Betty Ann Davis, an experienced midwife, discusses the culture of fear surrounding childbirth and breech birth. She advocates for…
Conquering Tokophobia & Body Dysmorphia: Ramona’s Story
In this week’s episode, Alexia chats to Ramona, who shares her powerful story of triumphing over tokophobia and body dysmorphia to embrace and enjoy pregnancy. Throughout our conversation, Ramona imparts…
Ep. 63 Gifts of Pregnancy, Orgasmic Birth and Parenting with Leen Leysen
In this powerful and inspiring episode, Leen Leysen, a doula and hypnobirthing teacher, shares her three unique birthing experiences and her incredible journey as a surrogate mother for a gay…
Positive Induction After Infertility with Difficult Postpartum Dealing With Loss of Parent
Despite a beautiful, complication free pregnancy, Megan’s path to motherhood was not easy. After years of struggling to conceive, several fibroid removal surgeries, a difficult new role at work and…
