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  • EP41. The Ultimate Guide to Baby Wearing with Jocelyn McFadden

    EP41. The Ultimate Guide to Baby Wearing with Jocelyn McFadden
    2025/10/05
    In this episode we dive deep into baby wearing with expert Jocelyn McFadden. Jocelyn shares her journey into the world of baby wearing, driven by a lifelong dedication to the mother-baby dyad. The discussion covers a wide range of topics including the benefits of baby wearing, different types of carriers, safety tips, and troubleshooting common issues. Jocelyn offers practical advice for new moms, including how to work with toddlers, the impact of baby wearing on the pelvic floor, and considerations for tandem carrying. She also discusses breastfeeding while baby wearing, baby wearing during pregnancy, and how to handle winter baby wearing. Listeners learn about the importance of intuition, body alignment, and the benefits of attachment parenting. Jocelyn's passion and expertise shine through as she offers guidance and reassurance to mothers looking to strengthen their bond with their babies through baby wearing. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:45 Jocelyn's Background and Passion for Baby Wearing 02:15 Building a Baby Carrier Collection 04:20 Choosing the Right Baby Carrier 09:14 Postpartum Baby Wearing Tips 13:44 C-Section Recovery and Baby Wearing 21:28 Forward Facing and Back Wearing Guidelines 30:03 Safety Tips for Baby Wearing 39:22 Baby Wearing During Pregnancy 40:52 Wearing Toddlers While Pregnant 43:09 Breastfeeding in a Carrier 46:50 Tandem Wearing for Twins and Triplets 51:34 Favorite Carriers and Recommendations 01:03:03 Winter Baby Wearing Tips 01:06:21 Handling Fussy Babies in Carriers 01:10:12 Carriers for Toddlers and Older Children 01:19:46 Consulting and Support Services EPISODE LINKS JOCELYN.
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    1 時間 22 分
  • EP40. Navigating Miscarriage & Stillbirth Outside of the System

    EP40. Navigating Miscarriage & Stillbirth Outside of the System
    2025/09/28
    In this weeks episode Alisha, a traditional birth attendant and wise woman returns to discuss a sensitive and critical topic: miscarriage and stillbirth at home. The discussion delves into the differences between miscarriage and stillbirth, the signs and symptoms of early miscarriage, and how to process a miscarriage both emotionally and physically. Alisha offers wisdom on how to manage miscarriage at home, talking over the use of herbs, homeopathy, and pharmaceuticals, and the importance of medical guidance when necessary. The conversation also covers the care and legal considerations for handling the baby after a stillbirth, including reporting requirements, burial options, and the importance of taking photos for memory. Alisha emphasizes individualized care and the importance of community and support. Resources and tools for postpartum care, including lactation support, are also provided to ensure women are equipped to navigate this challenging experience. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Reintroduction 00:39 Understanding Miscarriage and Stillbirth 02:54 Symptoms and Signs of Early Miscarriage 04:56 Processing a Miscarriage with Your Partner 07:53 Safety of Natural Miscarriage 14:16 D&C vs. D&E Procedures 28:57 Supporting Your Body During a Second Trimester Miscarriage 41:04 Preparing for Labor and Risks of Birthing a Deceased Baby 43:36 Understanding Emotional and Physical Differences in Labor 48:06 Recognizing Signs of Infection and When to Seek Medical Help 50:01 Legal Considerations After Stillbirth 53:59 Handling the Baby's Body and Preserving Memories 01:12:12 Postpartum Care and Emotional Support 01:16:43 Navigating Milk Production After Loss 01:22:13 Final Words of Encouragement and Additional Resources EPISODE LINKS ALISHA.
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    1 時間 25 分
  • EP39. The Journey of the Cherokee Midwife - Savannahs Freebirth Stories!

    EP39. The Journey of the Cherokee Midwife - Savannahs Freebirth Stories!
    2025/09/21
    In this week's episode we welcome Savannah Brigman, known as the Cherokee midwife. Savannah shares her unique journey into midwifery, deeply rooted in her Cherokee heritage. She recounts her diverse birthing experiences, including hospital, birth center, and free births. She elaborates on traditional Cherokee practices, the influence of her ancestral lineage, and her growth as a traditional midwife. The discussion also touches on the challenges of shoulder dystocia, the importance of community support, and the commitment to preserving indigenous birthing traditions. Savannah offers insights for new mothers and birth workers seeking to navigate the sovereign birth movement. 00:00 Introduction to Savannah, the Cherokee Midwife 00:33 Savannah's Ancestral Roots and Personal Journey 01:24 Experiences with Different Birth Settings 04:33 Cherokee Birth Traditions and Practices 12:32 Reflections on Hospital Birth 20:01 Transition to Free Birth 26:45 The Impact of COVID-19 on Birth Choices 27:50 Savannah's Free Birth Experience 34:32 Reflecting on the Birth Experience 34:53 The Sacred Birth of the Placenta 36:59 Navigating GBS and Birth Choices 38:10 Husband's Journey from Medicalized to Free Birth 39:41 Postpartum Reflections and Community Support 41:44 The Arrival of Baby Number Four 43:15 Balancing Midwifery and Personal Birth 49:53 Pregnancy and Midwifery Challenges 53:04 Traditional Midwifery Education and Practices 56:12 Handling Birth Complications 01:06:08 Encouragement for the Sovereign Birth Movement EPISODE LINKS SAVANNAH.
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    1 時間 7 分
  • EP38. Freebirth Outdoors While RV Living - Jessica's Stories

    EP38. Freebirth Outdoors While RV Living - Jessica's Stories
    2025/09/14
    In this weeks episode, Jessica Vicar shares her three diverse birthing stories - two home births and a recent free birth. At just 18 days postpartum, Jess invites listeners into her world of motherhood and talks about her experiences, insights, and the intriguing decision-making process behind each birth. She discusses the evolution from midwifery care to a more intuitive, unassisted birth, emphasizing the importance of surrender, faith, and listening to one's own body. Jess also reflects on her unique setting, a water birth outdoors while living in an RV, and the setup her husband created for her ultimate, peaceful birth. This episode is a deep dive into the authenticity and beauty of birth, highlighting the profound personal growth and transformation Jess experienced along the way. 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:53 Jess Vicar's Background and Family Life 02:11 First Birth Experience 04:46 Second Birth Experience 05:31 Understanding Different Types of Midwives 07:42 Reflections on Birth Interventions 09:14 Third Birth Experience and Free Birth Decision 24:50 Prenatal Care and Preparation for Free Birth 36:59 Setting Up for Birth in an RV 37:12 Creating a Birth Plan 37:55 Preparing the Birth Environment 38:58 Labor Begins 40:03 Active Labor and Birth 41:40 The Birth Pool Experience 42:58 Post-Birth Reflections 52:28 Postpartum Journey 59:09 Embracing Free Birth 01:07:31 Final Thoughts and Future Plans EPISODE LINKS JESSICA.
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    1 時間 12 分
  • EP37. Honoring Postpartum as A Sacred Rite of Passage with Rebecca Cohen

    EP37. Honoring Postpartum as A Sacred Rite of Passage with Rebecca Cohen
    2025/09/07
    In this episode Rebecca Cohen, an MD that left the hospital to become a birthkeeper & postpartum support specialist, shares her extensive experiences, both personal and professional, surrounding postpartum care. Covering her journey through the births of five children, the lack of postpartum education even as a medical professional (OBGYN), and the ways societal expectations impact postpartum recovery, Rebecca emphasizes the importance of proper rest and support. The discussion includes traditional practices like closing of the bones, yoni steaming, and simple bodywork that anyone can perform, as well as the need for shifting societal perspectives to better honor postpartum mothers. We also touch on postpartum after a miscarriage or loss as it seems like society forgets that we're still postpartum if this is the journey we have walked. This episode is a profound dive into the essential aspects of postpartum healing and the cultural and personal shifts needed to support mothers. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:28 Rebecca's Personal Postpartum Journey 01:16 The Impact of Medical Training on Postpartum Care 03:04 The Struggles of Early Postpartum 04:37 Physical and Emotional Challenges 06:13 Learning About Pelvic Floor Health 16:25 The Turning Point: Holistic Pelvic Care 17:56 The Shift to Holistic Practices 22:13 The Importance of Postpartum Rest 23:10 The Role of Societal Expectations 39:20 Practical Advice for Postpartum Recovery 50:41 The Influence of Birth Experience on Postpartum 55:11 Understanding Patriarchy and Its Impact on Women 58:58 The Importance of Postpartum Care 59:09 Challenges of Medical Birth and Postpartum Anxiety 01:01:59 Traditional Postpartum Practices: Closing of the Bones 01:07:18 Yoni Steaming: Benefits and Misconceptions 01:26:56 Navigating Miscarriage and Postpartum Grief 01:45:42 Practical Postpartum Tips and Support 02:00:21 Herbal Remedies for Postpartum Recovery 02:05:44 Final Thoughts on Supporting Postpartum Women EPISODE LINKS REBECCA.
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  • EP36. Q&A Coaching Container Relaunch!

    EP36. Q&A Coaching Container Relaunch!
    2025/08/31
    In this week's episode, Brit discusses the busy week she and co-host Sarah have had, including a planned but postponed recording with Piper about essential oils and free birth stories. Brit talks about her son's upcoming third birthday and how his birth inspired her passion for physiologic birth. She answers listener questions about the Wild and Free Coaching Container, touching on topics like pricing, session frequency, group size, support options, and the focus on non-medicalized home births. The episode concludes with information on joining the coaching container waitlist and associated Telegram group. 00:00 Introduction and Weekly Update 01:17 Personal Reflections and Inspirations 01:52 Wild and Free Coaching Container Overview 02:00 Frequently Asked Questions 10:50 Conclusion and Final Thoughts CONNECT WITH SARAH.
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  • EP35. 7 Minutes of Silence : Tanya’s Stories of Trust & Intuition

    EP35. 7 Minutes of Silence : Tanya’s Stories of Trust & Intuition
    2025/08/24
    In this episode we welcome Tanya, who shares her experience with midwifery care for her first birth and then free birthing her second babe! Tanya recounts her transition from a tattoo artist to a birth worker living in Las Vegas. She opens up about her first pregnancy, detailing her initial apprehensions with a hospital birth and her decision to opt for a midwife-assisted home birth. Tanya talks about her pregnancy challenges, including being treated differently at work after announcing her pregnancy and eventually being fired. She provides insights into her birthing experiences, emphasizing her trust in the birthing process and the importance of maintaining positive energy and support. Additionally, Tanya discusses her preparation and decision to choose a free birth for her second child, the prenatal care she administered herself, and how her doula, best friend, partner, and mother supported her through the process. The episode highlights the significance of autonomy, trust in the body's wisdom, and the profound connection between mother and child during birth. 00:00 Introduction and Community Announcements 01:04 Tanya's Background and Journey to Motherhood 03:35 Challenges in the Workplace During Pregnancy 08:37 Deciding on a Home Birth 18:43 First Birth Story: Sequoia's Arrival 32:04 Post-Birth Reflections and Midwifery Care 39:00 Transition to Birth Work and Doula Experiences 44:16 Preparing for a Free Birth 51:40 Deciding Who to Invite to the Birth 54:03 Finding the Right Doula 55:26 Documenting the Birth 57:20 Early Labor Signs 01:00:06 Contractions Intensify 01:06:36 Preparing for Birth at Home 01:09:47 Active Labor Begins 01:19:19 The Baby is Born 01:33:59 Post-Birth Reflections 01:38:15 Final Thoughts and Doula Services EPISODE LINKS TANYA.
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    1 時間 34 分
  • EP34. Is Birth Autonomy an Illusion? Paving a Way Forward with Rowan & Sarita

    EP34. Is Birth Autonomy an Illusion? Paving a Way Forward with Rowan & Sarita
    2025/08/17
    In todays episode we brought on Rowan and Sarita from Foundational Concepts for Midwives to discuss the genuine essence of traditional midwifery, physiological birth and the challenges of practicing outside the medical system. The conversation delves deeply into the obstacles attendants and birthing families face, including legal persecution, the critical importance of building trust and relationships, and ensuring autonomy in birth. With personal anecdotes, frank discussions about the state of obstetrics, and valuable insights on creating supportive birth communities - Rowan and Sarita provide a wealth of knowledge and inspiration for anyone passionate about birth work. The episode concludes with details on the comprehensive training programs offered by Foundational Concepts for Midwives! 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:40 Mission Statement and Initial Discussion 01:52 Understanding Physiological Birth 05:00 Personal Stories and Experiences 08:16 Challenges in Midwifery and Birth Practices 16:17 Free Birth Movement: Then and Now 31:18 Critical Thinking and Preparation in Birth 51:43 Transparency and Trust in Midwifery 55:37 The Obstetric Myth: Fear and Control in Childbirth 56:35 The Reality of Infant and Maternal Mortality Rates 58:34 The Emotional Impact of Birth Choices 59:29 Facing the Possibility of Loss 01:03:19 The Role of Midwives in Birth and Death 01:08:05 Legal Challenges and Midwifery 01:14:16 The Fight for Birth Autonomy 01:38:19 Legal Charges and Arrest 01:39:23 Medical Board and Cease and Desist 01:40:06 House Raid and Conference Interception 01:40:33 Jail Time and Legal Strategy 01:41:46 Pathology and Gag Orders 01:43:04 Midwifery Decriminalization Bill 01:43:43 Refusing Plea Deals 01:45:33 Jail Experiences and Support 01:52:59 Betrayal and Community Support 02:02:17 Foundational Concepts for Midwives 02:10:59 Enrollment and Application Process 02:14:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts EPISODE LINKS ROWAN & SARITA.
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    2 時間 16 分