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Due dates have been treated like expiration dates for far too long—and it’s time to set the record straight.

In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on everything you actually need to know about due dates:

✨ Where the current system even came from (spoiler: it’s outdated!)

✨ Why your “due date” is really a month-long window of normal birth timing

✨ How labor truly begins (hint: it’s a baby-led process, not a calendar event)

✨ The real differences between premature, full-term, and post-dates pregnancies

✨ Why spontaneous labor—even when it feels like it’s taking forever—is often the safest and most powerful option for you and your baby

We’ll also dive into the history behind due date calculations, the big differences between how ACOG and midwifery models view post-dates, and why the fear around going “overdue” is often overblown and flat-out misinformed.

If you’re approaching your due date—or you’re already past it—and feeling the pressure, this episode is here to arm you with real facts, fresh perspective, and a reminder that your body isn’t broken.

It’s wise.

It’s working.

And it’s on your timeline—not the hospital’s.

Leave this episode feeling informed, empowered, and fiercely confident in trusting your body’s process. You were made for this. 💛

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🎯 Get on the waitlist for the VBAC Without Regrets Course

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Birth is more than just contractions and pushing—

It’s a full-body, whole-person hormonal symphony designed to carry you through labor, help you bond with your baby, and support your postpartum recovery.

But here’s the thing: modern birth settings often disrupt this natural rhythm. And when we don’t understand what’s happening behind the scenes, we miss out on powerful tools that can actually make birth easier and more aligned with our body’s design.

In this episode, we’re breaking down the four major birth hormones—oxytocin, beta-endorphins, catecholamines, and prolactin—and how each one plays a critical role from early labor through the golden hour.

You’ll learn:

✨ What each hormone does during birth

✨ How to optimize them for a more physiologic, undisturbed labor

✨ Why the environment you birth in matters

✨ What simple shifts can help your hormones do their job beautifully

This isn’t just science—it’s your birth blueprint.

Let’s talk about how to work with your body instead of against it, so you can move through labor feeling more connected, more powerful, and more supported by the biology that’s always had your back.

Because your hormones? They’re your built-in birth team.

You just need to know how to let them lead. 💛

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You’ve seen them on Instagram—those pretty little quotes like “I trust my body” or “Each surge brings me closer to my baby.” But let’s be real… do affirmations actually work? Or are they just woo-woo fluff?

In this episode, we’re diving deep into the science and soul behind birth affirmations—and why they are so much more than feel-good quotes. You’ll learn how to rewire your brain, regulate your nervous system, and speak to your subconscious in a way that actually sticks. This is about training your mind before labor so your body knows exactly what to do during.

Inside this episode:

✨ The neuroscience behind affirmations and why your brain believes what you tell it

✨ How affirmations impact your labor hormones like oxytocin and endorphins

✨ What makes an affirmation actually effective (spoiler: generic quotes won’t cut it)

✨ Daily rituals to make affirmations second nature before birth day

✨ Real examples you can start using today—whether you’re planning a cesarean, VBAC, unmedicated birth, or homebirth

Mama, the words you speak over yourself matter. Your thoughts shape your experience. Let’s use that power on purpose. 💥


💬 Tag me on Instagram and tell me YOUR favorite birth affirmation after listening!

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Pregnancy after loss is a journey filled with conflicting emotions—grief, joy, fear, hope—all woven together in the most tender way. In this powerful episode, I’m joined by certified birth and bereavement doula Sarah Lingle, who brings her heart, her story, and her expertise to the mic.

Sarah is a loss mom herself, and she knows firsthand what it means to carry life again after heartbreak. She shares what it truly looks like to hold space for both sorrow and celebration, how to support yourself (or someone you love) during pregnancy after loss, and why compassionate, trauma-informed care is absolutely essential.

Whether you’ve experienced loss personally, work with families navigating pregnancy after loss, or just want to better understand the emotional layers involved—this conversation is raw, real, and full of grace.

✨ Tune in for:

•What pregnancy after loss really feels like

•The importance of validation and personalized support

•How to find peace in the uncertainty and reclaim your story

You are not alone, and you are not broken. This episode is a soft place to land and a reminder that healing is possible—even in the waiting.

CONNECT WITH SARAH:

Instagram: @paldoula

Website: https://www.pregnancyafterlossdoula.com/

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What if your baby is too big? What if something goes wrong? What if you can’t handle the pain?

Ugh. If you’re pregnant, chances are you’ve been hit with at least one of these “What If” questions. And let’s be real—these conversations can mess with your mindset fast.

In this episode, we’re diving into exactly how to handle fear-based questions with confidence so they don’t leave you feeling anxious or doubting yourself. You’ll learn:

🔹 Why people feel the need to ask “What If” questions
🔹 How to tell the difference between concern and projection
🔹 How to flip the script and stay in control of the conversation
🔹 When (and how) to set boundaries and shut it down

Because your birth choices? They don’t need anyone else’s approval. Listen in and get the confidence boost you need to protect your mindset and advocate for yourself. 🎧

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Can you really have a natural birth in a hospital setting that’s often built for interventions? The answer is YES—and today’s guest is here to show you how.

In this empowering episode, I’m joined by the incredible Doula Kayla Wamsley, a seasoned birth worker, educator, and advocate for informed, physiological birth—no matter where you choose to have your baby. Kayla brings the wisdom, the strategy, and the real talk as we dive deep into how to confidently navigate a natural birth in a hospital setting. From knowing your rights, to setting the tone with your provider, to advocating for your birth preferences when things get intense—she covers it all.

Whether you’re planning an unmedicated hospital birth or simply want to better understand your options, this episode will leave you feeling informed, inspired, and ready to take up space in your birth story. Kayla’s insights are gold for anyone wanting to approach hospital birth with clarity and confidence.

Connect with Kayla:

📸 Instagram: @doulakayla

🌐 Website: www.doulakaylawamsley.com

📚 Childbirth Education Course: www.doulakaylawamsley.com/education

✨ Special Offer Just for You!

Use the code MADE4BIRTH when you sign up for Kayla’s childbirth education course and you’ll receive 10% off plus an exclusive FREE 1:1 call with Kayla to talk through any birth-related questions or concerns you have. This is your chance to get personalized support from someone who truly gets it.

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Did you know that Black and Indigenous women in the U.S. are significantly more likely to have cesarean births—often unnecessarily—and face higher maternal mortality rates? This isn’t just a coincidence; it’s a systemic issue rooted in implicit bias, medical coercion, and a lack of informed consent.

In this episode, we’re breaking it all down:
➡️ The statistics that expose these disparities
➡️ How racism in medicine influences birth choices
➡️ Real stories from mothers who have experienced coercion or neglect
➡️ What needs to change—from policy shifts to provider accountability

Every mother deserves safe, respectful, and equitable birth care. Let’s have this conversation.


#BirthJustice #VBACWithoutRegrets #BlackMaternalHealth #CesareanAwareness

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Ever feel like your C-section birth story doesn’t get the same recognition as a vaginal birth? Or like your recovery was treated like an afterthought? You’re not alone.

In this episode, we’re having an honest conversation about the beauty and resilience of cesarean moms—and the invisible struggles that often come with it. From the lack of postpartum care to the frustration of feeling dismissed, we’re diving deep into what it really means to recover from a C-section while showing up for your baby.

✨ The strength that makes cesarean moms true warriors.
✨ The emotional & physical challenges that often get ignored.
✨ Why ALL birth stories deserve to be celebrated.

Mama, your C-section doesn’t define you—but your strength does. 💛 Hit play and let’s talk about it.


#CSectionStrong #BirthMatters #PostpartumHealing

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