Ep. 40 The Power of Embodied Movement in Birth and Motherhood with Mana Mei

Mana Mei is a movement facilitator and somatic healer; in this episode we get to explore the profound connections between embodiment, movement, and the birth experience. Why aren’t we taught how vital embodiment and movement are in labour and birth?Mana shares her personal journey from being a classically trained dancer to discovering the transformative power of somatic dance and feminine embodiment and how that served her during her birth experiences and in birthing the life she desires. The conversation delves into Mana's two home birth stories, highlighting how she used movement and inner awareness to navigate labor with trust and presence. We also discuss the importance of balancing feminine and masculine energies, overcoming trauma, and the significant impact of having a regulated and responsive nervous system. Mana also introduces her practice, Mana Movement, and its benefits for physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. This episode is a must-listen for anyone preparing for birth, for new parents, and entrepreneurial women looking to birth their creative projects into the world.After listening to this episode you will have a deeper understanding of: Embodiment in Pregnancy and BirthFeminine EmbodimentMana’s Birth Story InsightsHow to Reframe Pain During LaborCultural Context on Feminine EnergyMovement as a Healing Modality Post-Birth – Personal experiences highlighting movement’s role in emotional processing post-childbirthHow to connect with Mana Mei: Website: www.manamei.com  or on Instagram: @manna.mei_movement💗 Free meditation to prepare for birth: ⁠⁠https://rewireforbirth.com/meditate⁠⁠📲 Connect on Instagram: ⁠⁠@drcindytahhan⁠⁠⁠⁠@rewireforbirth