Delivered: A Birth Mini Series

Dr. Jordin Wiggins is a Naturopathic Doctor, author, and Intimacy Strategist for high-functioning women who are successful on paper—but silently suffering in their relationships, bodies, and sex lives. She is the founder of The Pleasure Collective™, a global coaching community helping women stop performing and start receiving. I am so grateful to Dr Jordin for coming on and sharing her insight, not only with me, but all of you listening! Opening the doors for more conversations on common motherhood experiences that aren’t talked about enough!I truly hope you enjoy and take something positive away from this episode.MORE FROM @drjordinwiggins :Website: thepleasurecollective.comInstagram:@drjordinwigginsLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwigginsndPodcast: The Pleasure Principles

Thank you to Ashley for her honesty and wisdom as she openly shares her journey with two babies under two. Ashley shares the birth story of her second daughter, Ivy, while also providing the notion that self-confidence and connection to you body can help you along in the birth experience. We talk unmedicated birth, the motivation or 'why' behind motherhood, supportive partners, and tips and tricks to thrive in early motherhood instead of just 'get through it'. Ashley's perspective is so refreshing and I am so proud of her and the mom she is. Thanks for listening!Use code keepupwithkec at checkout for a discount on all Nemah products; pregnancy and postpartum skincare that is clean and top-rated.

Super privileged to sit down with Lauren for the second time on Delivered as she shares the birth story of her newest addition, their beautiful daughter Landyn. She dodged a Seattle-wide power outage changing the vibe of her home birth, powered through prodromal labour symptoms beyond her guess date, and scaled the stairs in her home after birth so her husband could meet their baby... you're going to want to listen haha.Beyond our birth convo, Lauren shares her ever-positive perspective on life and how she and her husband have created a dynamic that works for them during the hockey season and during the off season. As a Conscious Parenting Coach, Lauren offers a really great perspective for moms trying to navigate solo parenting or SAHM-ing while keeping the joy.Enjoy and check out Lauren's upcoming Conscious Parenting webinars and replays of past webinars here. Podcast theme music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Transistor.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠how to start a podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.

Back from a little hiatus, season two continues with an EPIC home birth story.  @pelemariechong and her husband Codie experience a beautiful home birth together without their doula — not intentional but they wouldn’t change a thing. You’re gonna want to listen to how sweet Mauloa came into this world!Thanks Pele, I appreciate your humor and storytelling. You're incredible. Podcast theme music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Transistor.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠how to start a podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.

Natalie pours her heart into this conversation and opens up about her intense postpartum experience -- trigger warning for PPA and PPD -- and how she is healing and coping to this day. Her story is valuable and relevant, and I hope that you take a listen even if you haven't experienced these things because it can open a vein of empathy for mother's who are simultaneously caring for their babies and navigating serious mental health issues. Huge thank you to Natalie for her raw and honest storytelling, and you can find her @naturallynatalie to follow along on her journey! Podcast theme music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Transistor.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠how to start a podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.

Today's episode is a very honest conversation with Brenna Starrs, a mom of one beautiful little girl and small business owner, who did NOT have the picture perfect pregnancy, birth, or postpartum experience that floods our social channels. Her story is important because it highlights some experiences that many women have but don't get to speak about -- pregnancy after loss, hyperemesis gravidarium, and perinatal and postpartum anxiety and depression. In the end she is living with her dream child, but her road to meet her was not what she envisioned. Thank you Brenna, for your time and sharing so openly. Enjoy this episode! Oak & Honey Boutique Podcast theme music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Transistor.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠how to start a podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.

Brooke Wright joins me and shares the birth story of her daughter, Reese, who was born at 29 weeks gestation. Not only is Brooke an incredible storyteller...she also just radiates a light that I'm sure you'll feel after listening. Thanks so much Brooke! Polar Joe Protein Coffee -- Code KECIA 10 for 10% off Podcast theme music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Transistor.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠how to start a podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.

Episode two is a special panel style conversation with THREE twin moms. There is so much more to each of their stories, but we do our best to cover some of the most important pieces. Huge thank you Jessica, Shyla, and Meghan...beyond inspired by you. Enjoy this episode! Podcast theme music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Transistor.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠how to start a podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.

This chat with Hanna Eakin discusses c-section birth for your first birth experience, taking ownership of your pregnancy/birth, accomplishing a VBAC, postpartum experiences, and having multiple babies. Huge thank you to Hanna for sharing and taking the time to be on Delivered! Podcast theme music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Transistor.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠how to start a podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.

This is it! My home birth story of my second son, Malcom, and the final episode of Delivered season one. I have absolutely loved doing this project -- learning from the women who had the courage to come on and share, hearing all kinds of birth stories, and creating a safe space for all things pregnancy and birth. I am so happy and grateful to have had the birth experience I did, and I wouldn't have had the information, bravery, and confidence to do it without the conversations I had over the past 9 months. So again, a sincere thank you to everyone who has participated and listened. Mac entered the world so smoothly, and has been a calm and sweet little boy ever since. He was an instant fit within our family, and I love watching him grow. Here are links to the products/services I used and loved for my birth experience: Playlist Lights Electric candles Birth tub rental Doula Midwives

Picking up right where we left off with Kelsey's story. This episode is more about recovering from birth and growing into motherhood -- two things that are not easy for anyone. Thank you so much Kelsey -- I am so proud of you and love watching you mother your sweet sweet boys from afar.

Featuring Kelsey Rust sharing the birth story and recovery process of her second son, Logan. Kelsey was diligently preparing for a VBAC with her second pregnancy, and her body & baby had a different plan for her. Part One tells her story of trying to do things differently during pregnancy the second time around in an effort to have a different experience as a whole. Any moms who have experienced a c-section will relate to many pieces of Kelsey's story, and first time moms -- don't be afraid to listen because there is so much to learn and gain from how openly she shares. Thank you so much Kelsey! Stay tuned for Part Two airing Friday. **Don't forget you can save on all Nemah products using the code DELIVERED at checkout!** "Nēmah is a sustainable, vegan, skincare collection created for mothers and their families. Nemah was created to help women feel safe, supported, and proud of the decisions they make in caring for themselves & their family. By integrating maternal wellness with a meaningful conversation, we aim to cultivate an inclusive, mama-led community where all topics are welcome without judgement." You can see why I align myself with this amazing brand, check them out. Podcast theme music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Transistor.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠how to start a podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.

I am getting so excited to experience birth again, and you guys expressed interest in how I am preparing for a home birth this time around! Feel free to ask me any questions that you still have after his little solo rant. I appreciate all of you so much. Daily Positive Birth Affirmations by Poppy from Pop That Mumma

Welcome to this special minisode of Delivered where Ann Morris -- birth & postpartum doula and birth educator based out of Atlanta, GA -- answers birth related questions directly from our Delivered community! Enjoy! And special thanks to Ann for this fun add on. Resources mentioned: Christian Hypnobirthing Tracks3 Breathing Techniques For Labor by Bridget Teyler Breathing Techniques for an Easier Labor by Bridget Teyler

Featuring Ann Morris, birth & postpartum doula and birth educator currently serving the Atlanta area, sharing her own birth story of her second son, Maverick. It was so interesting cool to hear the birth story from the lens of a birth worker! There's obviously a sense of confidence and awareness after taking the time to learn about pregnancy, birth, and postpartum the way a trained doula does. Ann shares that she has attended somewhere around 70 births in her career so far, and I am just so grateful that she shared her own story with us here on Delivered. For anyone considering a home birth, or just looking for ways to enhance their birthing experience, whatever it looks like -- this is a great episode to tune into. Thank you so much Ann! For anyone interested in In-Person Doula Services near Atlanta, GA: @annmorrisatldoulawww.annmorris-doula.com Additional links from this episode: Christian Hypnobirthing Tracks3 Breathing Techniques For Labor by Bridget Teyler Breathing Techniques for an Easier Labor by Bridget Teyler LifeSong Midwifery for Florida natives Labor-Aid Popsicle recipe  Podcast theme music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Transistor.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠how to start a podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.

Featuring Vanessa Wilkerson telling the birth story of her first born daughter, Vince. Vanessa and I talk about the importance of being prepared for your experience -- whatever that means for YOU -- her cousin, a lactation consultant, was her biggest resource in feeling like she knew what to expect leading up to her induction. You can follow her cousin Olivia at @MilkDrunkMama for helpful guidance and resources on lactation. You can just tell in the way she speaks about her birth experience that Vanessa found a level of acceptance and openness that ultimately lead to a very blissful experience for her overall. We love to hear that! We talk educating our partners and ourselves, induction processes, epidurals, and even clots postpartum! Thank you so much to Vanessa, and I hope you love this episode. Podcast theme music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Transistor.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠how to start a podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.

Featuring Haley Comrie sharing the unmedicated birth story of her first born daughter, Capri. Haley brings such a fun sense of humor to her journey to giving birth the way she intended, and I loved getting to hear her story after she let me know that she listened to Natalie Guentzel's episode ON her due date. HOW COOL IS THAT!? Haley is a great example of controlling what you can, and letting some of the smaller details go when everything is happening. Join us this episode for conversation on coping mechanisms for labor, exclusively pumping, lip and tongue ties, and of course some hilarious moments during the birth of her beautiful daughter. Enjoy & thank you so much Haley! References from this episode: Poppy Child PopThatMumma Genevieve Howland MamaNatural Cary House Buffalo, NY - Pre and Postnatal Care (Highly recommend a prenatal massage from Heather!) USE CODE DELIVERED FOR 15% OFF ANY NEMAH PRODUCTS; PRE & POSTNATAL CARE, BABY CARE PRODUCTS *Apologies for audio issues, I am a one woman production and sometimes things go awry! Did my best to fix it up for you all. Podcast theme music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Transistor.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠how to start a podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.

Featuring Lexi Oliver, my friend and former D1 soccer teammate, sharing the birth story of her firstborn daughter, Shiloh. I share in the intro that her episode is ... a lot. She is so openly honest about a lot of different aspects that caused fear within her pregnancy and into birth, and I think it's so important to hear. With that said, I also want to give fair warning to those of you who may be already having some anxiety within their own pregnancies -- all experiences are different and all are valuable! I think there's so much to gain from hearing the ins and outs of Lexi's experience. Ultimately, she and her daughter were healthy and happy, and that's the absolute best ending to a pretty chaotic lead up to birth! We share a lot of laughs and she shares some amazing realizations about postpartum healing that I think every one of us can relate to. Thank you so much Lexi! Podcast theme music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Transistor.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠how to start a podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.

Featuring Jana Gray, and mother of three, telling the positive, yet chaotic, birth story of her second born, sunny side up, son Lucas.Jana's youngest child in 10 years old, and we reflected on how birth options have changed since she had her birthing experiences. We talk about birth nuances, the transitional phase from one child to two, and allowing people in when motherhood is simply kicking your ass. The story she tells has humor, chaos, and a lot of maternal insight that I think everyone listening will enjoy and be able to apply to their own life/experiences. Podcast theme music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Transistor.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠how to start a podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.

Featuring Devyn Dodero, host of the Breaking The Ice podcast, and mother of two telling BOTH of her birth stories -- her firstborn son Crosby and her daughter Skylar. Devyn gave birth twice abroad, once in Austria and then again in France where her husband played hockey at the time. We reminisce on the stressors and anxieties that accompany first pregnancies (let alone those taking place in the early 2020's!) and also discuss how important it is to advocate for yourself throughout the entirety of the pregnancy and birth experience. It was a joy chatting with Devyn and hearing her perspective on birth and motherhood, I hope you enjoy! Podcast theme music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Transistor.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠how to start a podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.

Featuring Sydney Nestrasil sharing the birth stories of both her son and her daughter, Forrest & Josie. This was the first recorded episode in 2024! I am so happy and excited to be getting the feedback I am getting around these conversations, and having the ability to continue sharing these amazing stories. Sydney shares BOTH of her birth stories from overseas, Czech Republic to be more precise, and also goes further in sharing some of her struggles and triumphs as a new mom, and a mom of two under two in a country that is home to her husband and slowly becoming home to her. I loved this conversation because I felt like Sydney was an open book and all of you listening are better off for it! Enjoy! Podcast theme music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Transistor.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠how to start a podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.

Featuring yours truly sharing the birth story of our first born son, Slater. I had a lot of fun strolling down memory lane, reminiscing about my first pregnancy and my birth experience...especially as I experience how different a second pregnancy can truly be! I tried to keep it light and fun, while also sharing some things that worked for me and some things that I hope to do differently this time around. At the end of this episode I do a Q+A with my husband for a little male perspective on the birth experience. It was so fun to talk about this with him, and I am so thankful that he and I get to do this again :) Podcast theme music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Transistor.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠how to start a podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.

Featuring Suzy Emmerton sharing the birth story of her first born daughter, Fiona. This episode is the first story on Delivered from overseas -- a very common destination for hockey families at some point in their careers, thus a very relevant story to hear! Both of Suzy's children were born in Switzerland, and she moved there amidst her first pregnancy...talk about huge changes all at once! Unlike a lot of my guests, Suzy preferred a less is more approach when it came to birth prep, and it turns out that not having a set-in-stone plan benefitted her in the long (labor) run. I am so proud of Suzy for sharing what she does because it takes a lot of guts to do this, and I appreciate her and all of my guests so much! Enjoy! Podcast theme music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Transistor.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn ⁠⁠⁠⁠how to start a podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.

Featuring Kayla Dumoulin sharing the birth story of her first born son, Brayden. This episode is most definitely the story of her son's birth, but also the story about her healing journey both physically and emotionally. We cover c-section healing, unexplained infertility, prioritizing your needs as a mom, and of course the challenges of having a partner who is on the go. Kayla is open and honest, and shares so many helpful tools from her personal healing experience. I hope you glean something from what she has to share! Below are resources shared directly from Kayla: C-Section specific Cupping: using the cupping tool over the c-section incision. This is something you can do yourself once you have the equipment. Deep tissues massage by a trained massage therapist; breaks up scar tissue or broken muscle fibers. Pelvic floor therapist; check what's available to you within your insurance network! Chiropractic care; Pittsburgh recommendation is Legacy Medical Center in McCandless, PA - Dr. Emily Infertility specific Energy healing - Sarah at Tula in North End Boston Baby medium - Kristine McGlinchey "session to connect with future baby and help guide you as to what this baby needs to come into this world. Some answers as to why you can't get pregnant or the timing not aligning." Intuitive Metaphysician - Dr. Laura Graye Podcast theme music by ⁠⁠⁠Transistor.fm⁠⁠⁠. Learn ⁠⁠⁠how to start a podcast⁠⁠⁠ here.

Featuring Lauren Rodych-Eberle sharing the birth story of her second born child, Deacon. This episode is all about preparing your mind, body, and TEAM for the birth you desire. She has birthed both of her children at home and shares such helpful information about preparing for a home birth. Her energy and positivity inspires me all the time, and I hope this episode does that for you! Lauren is a wealth of information when it comes to the birth conversation. She doesn't stop there though! She has also invested so much time and energy into becoming a conscious parenting coach -- follow her instagram for everything she is up to @LaurenRodychEberle Her episode shares the home birth story of her second child along with reference to so many helpful topic Lauren dives into on her blog. Some relevant ones being: Nervous System Chiro Info Interviewing a midwife Homebirth Q&A Postpartum Freezer Prep Preparing for pregnancy Podcast theme music by ⁠⁠Transistor.fm⁠⁠. Learn ⁠⁠how to start a podcast⁠⁠ here.

Featuring Katie Milne sharing the birth story of her first born son, Nash. I feel the need to add a disclaimer that this is a story that includes an emergent c-section to safely deliver baby Nash. However, Katie shares so many things that other c-section moms can relate to and women preparing for birth can benefit from -- most importantly, that holding her baby in her arms after it all was STILL the most magical moment in her life. Podcast theme music by ⁠Transistor.fm⁠. Learn ⁠how to start a podcast⁠ here.

Featuring Natalie Guentzel telling the birth story of her first born son, Charlie. This episode is full of insights and advice from Natalie, who took preparing for the birth she desired very seriously. Regardless of whether or not an unmedicated birth is something you're considering, I think you'll enjoy hearing what Natalie has to share. AD: Nemah Naturally Derived Pregnancy Skincare Products Black Friday Sale. Kecia's favorites: revitalizing stretch mark cream, renewing nipple & lip balm, & the nourishing body oil Helpful tools referenced in this episode: Positive Birth Stories Podcast by Asa Holstein Birth Skills by Juju Sundin BuiltToBirth instagram Online Birth Class SerenityLifeDoula instagram by Krisha Crosley ByDesignBirthDoula instagram by Jeanna McNeill Podcast theme music by ⁠Transistor.fm⁠. Learn ⁠how to start a podcast⁠ here.

Featuring Devon Helm telling the birth story of her second born, Rylee. This episode is truly a wild ride. Despite her ability to re-tell this story with a sense of humor that everyone loves her for, Devon's strength and natural instincts are nothing short of incredible. She is an excellent example of doing what you need to in the moment. Thank you Devon for being a part of this project. Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here.