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EP42. Walking the Path of Sovereign Birth Through Uncertainty - Anisa's Stories
HEAR ME ROAR. | a free birth podcast
1 hour 42 minutes
1 month ago
EP42. Walking the Path of Sovereign Birth Through Uncertainty - Anisa's Stories
In this episode we welcome back Anisa Woodall to discuss her unique birth stories from homebirth with a Midwife to sovereign birth with a local birthkeeper. Anisa details her preparation for motherhood, the challenges she observed in other women, and how these experiences shaped her path. She shares intimate details of her first home birth with a midwife, the lessons learned, and how they influenced her decision to have a sovereign birth for her second baby. Anisa also touches on her personal health journey, nutrition strategies, the impact of stress during pregnancy, and her postpartum experiences. This episode is a deep dive into the journey of conception, birth, and recovery, offering valuable insights for expecting mothers.
00:00 Introduction and Season Update
00:20 Guest Introduction: Anisa Woodall
01:01 Anisa's Journey to Motherhood
02:28 Understanding Fertility and Health
06:28 Anisa's First Birth Experience
11:29 Prenatal Care and Challenges
19:34 Navigating Early Motherhood
40:45 Preparing for the Second Child
44:59 Challenges During the Second Pregnancy
51:27 Herbal Support and Movement During Pregnancy
52:05 Finding a Like-Minded Community
53:42 Starting a Women's Circle and Village Prenatal
54:51 Experiencing Free Births in the Community
56:29 Preparing for Birth and Managing Expectations
57:16 Labor and Birth Experience
01:02:10 Post-Birth Reflections and Healing
01:35:30 Breastfeeding Challenges and Solutions
01:40:54 Resources and Final Thoughts
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Work Together: Wild & Free Coaching Container
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Ebook: Questions to ask your Birth Attendant
Birth Story Debrief: Book
Work Together: Prenatal Connection Sessions
Work Together: Homebirth Doula Support
Work Together: Sacred Postpartum Support
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The content of this podcast is for informational and inspirational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice. Listeners are encouraged to take full responsibility for their own bodies and decisions and to consult with qualified professionals as needed.