256: What Doulas Really Are And Why We Need Them with Heidi Snyderburn-Campbell
What’s a doula? This question comes up a lot around the birth world. And even for those who kinda have an idea, there still seems to be opportunity to understand more. Today’s guest is Heidi Snyderburn-Campbell, a doula of 15 years and the host of Birth Story Podcast. Heidi brings her experience to the table […]
255: Helping Mamas Have Pain-Free, Pleasurable Sex with Dr. Lauren Crigler
How does sex change before and after baby? This is a great question to ask ourselves. And this is an important topic to normalize and create space for – from both the physical and emotional perspectives. Today’s guest is Dr. Lauren Crigler, a sex pain therapist who specializes in pelvic floor physical therapy. In other […]
254: Helping Dads to Feel Confident, Peaceful and Powerful About Birth
What role is the father-to-be (or parent-to-be) supposed to play in birth? How can that father/parent-to-be show up better in that role? In today’s conversation, Sarah and Matthew dig in on this topic, focusing on the future fathers/parents who don’t always get to be in the spotlight. This is a great episode to listen to […]
253: Highlights from 2019 and What to Expect from DIAH in 2020
What was a DIAH highlight for you this year? In today’s episode we’re recapping some of the takeaways from 2019, and sharing our intentions for 2020. Happy New Year! Links: Our website: https://www.diahpodcast.com/ DIAH Shop: https://www.bonfire.com/store/diahpodcast/ Parents on Demand Network: https://parentsondemand.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diahpodcast/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/diahpodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1904721379788084/?ref=bookmarks The Dope Doula Etsy Page: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheDopeDoula […]
252: HOME BIRTH STORY – “Birthgasm” and Choosing Surrender over Fear with Kristen and Rodney
How is your mind space connected with the physical space and environment that you set for your birth? In today’s episode we have a powerful conversation with Kristen and Rodney about their birth journey. From the surprise of the pregnancy news to decision to have a home birth, we get both parents’ perspectives on the […]
251: Reactions To Home Birth From Family, Friends and Strangers (Rebroadcast)
When you’re expecting, it’s very common to hear the question, “Where are you delivering?” If not that specifically, people generally ask about your doctor or your doctor visits. Whether it’s close friends and family or total strangers, most will insert some sort of advice or personal experience to whatever birth plan it is you’ve chosen. […]
250: Prenatal Yoga and Exercise and Honoring Motherhood with Deb Flashenberg
Can too much exercise during pregnancy become a detriment to your birth experience? We wouldn’t presume to give you a definitive answer to this question because frankly it’s not our place and we’re not the experts of your physical body, pregnancy, preferences or life experience. This is a question we explored with today’s guest Deb […]
249: HOME BIRTH STORY – An Unplanned Home Birth and the Power of Meditation with Katie Krimitsos
What happens when you’re planning a hospital or birth center birth, but labor starts and moves so quickly that you don’t have time to pack up, get in the car and leave?! Welp, an unplanned home birth, that’s what! And this is our first story of this on the podcast. Meet our guest, Katie Krimitsos, […]
248: HOME BIRTH STORY – Unmedicated Hospital, Twin Cesarean, and HBAC Birth Experiences with Childbirth Educator and Bradley Instructor Nicole Rundall-Royal (Plus Dad’s Perspective!)
How do you know you’re making the best choice when it comes to planning for your birth? This is one of the themes we unpack in today’s episode. We’re joined by Nicole and Al, parents to Eli, Karin, Eliza and Atreyu. We get to hear both mom and dad’s perspective on the birthing journey. From […]
247: HOME BIRTH STORY – Postpartum Hemorrhage and a Safe, Successful Hospital Transfer with Janette Silberman
What if…? Probably the biggest question that comes up around the choice to have a home birth. Whether you ask it to yourself, your birth team, or you have other people ask you – it comes up. As today’s guest Janette puts it – “Things did not go to plan, birth never does.” We talk […]