Send us a text In this Episode I'm joined by Alannah and her husband Cam as he shares how a traumatic hospital birth shaped their early parenthood. They then trace the long road to a calm, unassisted twin home birth where Cam caught both babies, including their daughter who was breech. The conversation turns to consent, repair, and what real partner support looks like before, during, and after birth. In this episode we discuss: • first birth expectations shaped by TV and hospi...

Send us a text Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place! In this episode, we discuss: Twin Home birth in Maine - *after the new 2020 Midwifery Licensure Laws and RestrictionsTwin reveal at ten weeks and immediate loss of her dream home birth being supported by her loving midwife finding voice through birth photography and witnessing a free birthexploring options across state lines and with traveling sup...

Send us a text In this episode Alannah shares her first three birth stories—one traumatic hospital birth marked by separation and silence, a fast unmedicated second that rebuilt trust, and a pandemic‑era third where advocacy met policy. The theme is voice: consent, clear communication, and support change outcomes and memories. • membrane sweep at 40 weeks and unintended cascade • birth plan ignored and epidural regret • hemorrhage managed with poor consent and separation of baby • rebuilding...

Send us a text Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place! In this episode, we discuss: Whapio's approach to birth as a presence of reassurance and a fountain of information All about the Monitricé Midwifery care and doula support….and a whole lot more!Show Resources Connect with Whapio and her incredible Programs at TheMatrona.com Find Details about the Matrona Monitricé program ...

Send us a text Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place! In this episode, we discuss: Natalie's two Maine birth stories The fine line between tuning into your intuition and navigating fear and anxiety throughout your pregnancy and birth Midwifery care in Maine….and a whole lot more!Additional Resources you’ll LOVE… MyMaineBirth.com If you are ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, whe...

Send us a text Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place! In this episode, we discuss: Home birth in Maine, and why Danika made this decision for her first birth experienceMidwifery care and doula supportHow Danika navigated some health scares during her pregnancyRewriting a traumatic legacy through a redemptive home birth The importance of getting a second opinion if you receive concerning results from ...

Send us a text Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place! In this episode, we discuss: Miranda returns to share her third birth story, check out episode 18 of MyMaine Birth to hear the first part of her storyWhat happens when your baby doesn't pass a bio physical profile at 42 weeks gestationChoosing Hospital Induction with Autonomy Midwifery care in MaineA Waldo Hospital Birth Story in Belfast, Maine….a...

Send us a text Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place! In this episode, we discuss: Home birth in MaineMelanie returns to share her story of a peaceful and uncomplicated home birth after healing from a traumatic first birth experience. You can listen to Episode 69 of MyMaine Birth to hear Melanie's first birth story. Midwifery care and the importance of putting a lot of thought into choosing yo...

Send us a text Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place! In this episode, we discuss: Cathy's Second Birth Story, an unplanned Freebirth on her way from Lubec to Ellsworth HospitalHear Cathy's First Birth Story recorded when she was 37 weeks pregnnat in Episode 121 of MyMaine BirthThe benefits of doula support ….and a whole lot more! Additional Resources you’ll LOVE… MyMaineBirth.com If you a...

Send us a text Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place! In this episode, we discuss: Molly's second birth story - check out episode 17 of MyMaine Birth to hear the first part of her story! Mercy Hospital Birth StoryThe perks of being pregnant during the summer in Maine Midwifery care from nurse midwives ….and a whole lot more! Additional Resources you’ll LOVE… MyMaineBirth.com If you...

Send us a text Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place! In this episode, we discuss: Mercy Hospital Birth StoryThe mind games and manipulation around the term "hospital policy"... spoiler - its not the law, and you can always just say "No" if you want to Midwifery care and doula supportThe dangers of disturbing the natural altered brainwave states of birth The challenges associated with push...

Send us a text Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place! In this episode, we discuss: Kelli's three Maine birth storiesHome birth in MaineThe evolution from hospital to home birth Midwifery care and doula support….and a whole lot more!Links Mentioned in the Show - Connect with Kelli Earth Spiral Apothecary Earth Spiral Community Site Connect with Kelli's Midwife, Gayle Eckey Gayl...

Send us a text Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place! In this episode, we discuss: Nya's views on birth growing up and how they have changed since decompressing from this manipulative and controlling community What lead Nya to the freebirth society community The Free Birth Society Scam exposed ….and a whole lot more!Additional Resources you’ll LOVE… MyMaineBirth.com If you're ready to...

Send us a text Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place! In this episode, we discuss: Hannah's 5 year fertility journeyHome Birth in MaineMidwifery care and doula supportA 6 day NICU stay for meconium aspiration ….and a whole lot more! Additional Resources you’ll LOVE… MyMaineBirth.com If you are ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, where you’re respected as the authority over your body...

Send us a text Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place! In this episode, we discuss: Home birth in MaineThe benefits of choosing your own path in pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and early parenting Undisturbed birth ….and a whole lot more!Additional Resources you’ll LOVE… If you are ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, where you’re respected as the authority over your body and your b...

Send us a text Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place! In this episode, we discuss: Home birth in MaineNavigating a transfer to the hospital from a planned home birth and a beautiful example of the way midwives and hospital doctor's can work together. Midwifery care and doula supportThe challenges of a long and difficult fertility journey ….and a whole lot more!Additional Resources you’ll ...

Send us a text Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place! In this episode, we discuss: Choosing Home birth in MaineMidwifery care with Sacopee Midwives Doula support and Birth Photography experience with MyMaine Birth….and a whole lot more!Additional Resources you’ll LOVE… If you are ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, w...

Send us a text Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place! In this episode, we discuss: Home birth in Maine with midwifery care and support from Sacopee MidwivesDevon's thoughts on The Birth Portal Experience with Dr. Emily Wilson and the importance of preparing your mindset for birthThe challenges of navigating a complicated tear after a beau...

Send us a text Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place! In this episode, we discuss: Victoria's positive freebirth storyHer experience with the freebirth society's matribirth midwifery institute ….and a whole lot more!Additional Resources you’ll LOVE… If you are ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, where you’re respected as the authority over your body and your baby… regardless of...

Send us a text Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place! In this episode, we discuss: Molly's Two Hospital Birth Stories on Martha's Vineyard Massachusetts Her Journey through the Radical Birthkeeper SchoolThe Beautiful Freebirth of her third babyMolly's experience with the FreeBirth Society's MatriBirth Midwifery Institute... errr MatriBirth Mentor Institute.. ….and a whole lot more!Additional Res...