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EPISODE · Nov 20, 2024 · 1H 9M

Ep. 6: Cassie’s Journey: From Dancer to Midwife – Motherhood, Home Birth, and Breaking Myths

from Unmasking Motherhood · host Beth Moore

In this heartfelt episode of Unmasking Motherhood, host Beth welcomes Cassie, a former professional dancer turned home birth midwife and mom of three teens. Together, they unravel Cassie’s incredible journey—from a shy Kansas City kid chasing independence on cruise ships and Vegas stages, to finding her calling in midwifery after a transformative motherhood experience. Cassie shares the raw realities of postpartum struggles, the power of community support, and why midwifery is misunderstood in today’s world. From her first hospital birth filled with fear and an epidural at 2 cm, to choosing a home birth with her second child and embracing attachment parenting with her third, Cassie’s story is a testament to evolving as a mom. Plus, she debunks myths about midwifery, shedding light on its safety, education, and beauty—especially for those considering natural birth options. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: - Cassie’s leap from hospital birth to home birth with zero prior exposure. - How postpartum depression reshaped her parenting approach over three kids. - The game-changing role of friends and neighbors in her postpartum recovery. - Midwifery truths: Highly trained, safer than you think, and U.S. stats debunked. - The ongoing evolution of motherhood—even with teens learning to drive! Why You Should Listen: Whether you’re a first-time mom-to-be, navigating postpartum, or curious about home birth and midwifery, Cassie’s story offers inspiration and education. Her journey—from dancer to midwife, from fear to empowerment—reminds us that motherhood is a winding path of growth, connection, and unmasking our truest selves. Tune in to feel less alone and more empowered in your own story! Podcast Guest Connect with Cassie on instagram here  Need Support on Your Mom Journey? Get heart-centered emails filled with real talk on motherhood, self-growth, and reclaiming you—plus first dibs on new episodes, events, and ways to work together. Join my email community [here] Feeling stuck? Book a 1:1 coaching session with me to rediscover your confidence and create a motherhood that works for YOU—schedule [here] Connect with Me Follow me on Instagram for inspiration, real talk, and a peek behind the scenes. Subscribe to Unmasking Motherhood for more raw, relatable stories to help you navigate motherhood.  

In this heartfelt episode of Unmasking Motherhood, host Beth welcomes Cassie, a former professional dancer turned home birth midwife and mom of three teens. Together, they unravel Cassie’s incredible journey—from a shy Kansas City kid chasing independence on cruise ships and Vegas stages, to finding her calling in midwifery after a transformative motherhood experience. Cassie shares the raw realities of postpartum struggles, the power of community support, and why midwifery is misunderstood in today’s world. From her first hospital birth filled with fear and an epidural at 2 cm, to choosing a home birth with her second child and embracing attachment parenting with her third, Cassie’s story is a testament to evolving as a mom. Plus, she debunks myths about midwifery, shedding light on its safety, education, and beauty—especially for those considering natural birth options. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: - Cassie’s leap from hospital birth to home birth with zero prior exposure. - How postpartum depression reshaped her parenting approach over three kids. - The game-changing role of friends and neighbors in her postpartum recovery. - Midwifery truths: Highly trained, safer than you think, and U.S. stats debunked. - The ongoing evolution of motherhood—even with teens learning to drive! Why You Should Listen: Whether you’re a first-time mom-to-be, navigating postpartum, or curious about home birth and midwifery, Cassie’s story offers inspiration and education. Her journey—from dancer to midwife, from fear to empowerment—reminds us that motherhood is a winding path of growth, connection, and unmasking our truest selves. Tune in to feel less alone and more empowered in your own story! Podcast Guest Connect with Cassie on instagram here  Need Support on Your Mom Journey? Get heart-centered emails filled with real talk on motherhood, self-growth, and reclaiming you—plus first dibs on new episodes, events, and ways to work together. Join my email community [here] Feeling stuck? Book a 1:1 coaching session with me to rediscover your confidence and create a motherhood that works for YOU—schedule [here] Connect with Me Follow me on Instagram for inspiration, real talk, and a peek behind the scenes. Subscribe to Unmasking Motherhood for more raw, relatable stories to help you navigate motherhood.

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