Enjoying Pregnancy, Birth and Baby

HELPFUL LINKS Get The Top 3 Tips to Enjoy Birth Book and free access to my online childbirth class Get Hypnobabies Products here Positive Birth Videos Podcast Episodes Follow me on Instagram @enjoybirth

My first baby was born by emergency cesarean after I noticed he wasn't moving one morning after doing kick counts after breakfast. I called the Dr. and went in for a Non-stress test.  He was under distress and was born via emergency cesarean minutes later.  My being aware of his movements saved his life. I want Mom’s to know how important this is. I have a confession , I had a friend who years ago...

I struggled with choosing names, all 3 of my boys were not named until days after they were born. So maybe I am not the best to give you tips on this!  ;)  But in the end we love the names we gave them.   HELPFUL LINKS Get The Top 3 Tips to Enjoy Birth Book and free access to my online childbirth class Get Hypnobabies Products here Positive Birth Videos Podcast Episodes Follow me on Instagram @enj...

YOU DON’T GET A MEDAL FOR MOTHERHOOD, but maybe you should! The sacrifices that we make starting in pregnancy, through birth and then that first year are HUGE! FOR SOME MOMS THE SACRIFICES MIGHT START while they are trying to get pregnant. with morning sickness. with bedrest to help the baby stay in longer. with the birth. with struggling with breastfeeding. with sleepless nights. Regardless of wh...

I have been a birth doula since 2006.  In this episode I explain what a birth doula is and why you might want one!  Helpful Links Direct link to this episodes show notes: https://enjoybirth.com/enjoy-birth-tip-1-get-a-birth-doula/ Get The Top 3 Tips to Enjoy Birth Book and free access to my online childbirth class Get Hypnobabies Products here Positive Birth Videos Podcast Episodes Follow me on In...

I had a cesarean with my first.  I am passionate about sharing all types of birth experiences  and letting moms know that all types of birth can be positive In today's episode, I share over 12 tips to create a positive cesarean. enjoybirth.com/12-tips-for-a-positive-cesarean-birth Get The Top 3 Tips to Enjoy Birth Book and free access to my online childbirth class Get Hypnobabies here Positive Bir...

I have been passionate about pregnancy and birth since I was a little girl. I was able to take that passion and focus it to become a Childbirth Educator and a Birth Doula an author a podcaster While I no longer actively teach or doula anymore I still love sharing wisdom and support with you, so you can have a better birth. I do this through Books I have 3 Birth Books The Gift of Giving Life  – the...

It was so great to interview Morgan. Twins run in her family,  so it wasn't too big of a surprise to find she was expecting twin girls. Here is her journey through her births and how a simple choice made her second cesarean a little better than the first! HELPFUL LINKS Direct link to this episode show notes: https://enjoybirth.com/morgans-two-cesareans En joy Birth Book and f ree access to my onli...

It was such a joy to interview Katie and Amie about their powerful new book. This book and journal, helps to lead you through documenting and processing your birth experience. Leading towards healing and hope. https://amiemccrackenauthor.com/ https://katierossler.com/giving-birth-to-motherhood IG: @katie.rossler @amiemccracken HELPFUL LINKS Direct link to this episode show notes: https://enjoybirt...

Here is a replay of Bryson's Birth Story.... For real, my birth experience with him  changed the trajectory of my life! It is what inspired me to write 3 books about birth  and become a Hypnobabies Instructor  and a Hypno-Doula Enjoy! (If you want to watch his birth story - click through to the show notes!) enjoybirth.com/brysons-peaceful-hypnobabies-birth Get The Top 3 Tips to Enjoy Birth Book an...

I met Krysti on the Hypnobabies Group.   She was planning a natural birth,  but her baby was persistently breech.  It was interesting watching her journey as she had to make tough choices in regards to her babies birth.   I am excited to share her birth story  and you can see how in the end she had a positive birth despite not having her original desires. HELPFUL LINKS Get The Top 3 Tips to Enjoy...

This is a great episode to listen to if you have struggled with extreme nausea or vomitting during your pregnancy. If not, feel free to skip this episode!  Jayne struggled with Hyperemesis Gravidarum through 4 of her pregnancies. It was wonderful to talk with her about her experience and hear the blessings that came from it. "I found it didn't have to be a dark place if I was looking upward, and l...

When you are expecting a baby, it is hard to deny that there are some big financial obligations coming up. From medical bills, diapers, car seats and so much more. It is easy to feel overwhelmed and underprepared. This is why you will love YNAB (which stands for You Need a Budget ) so much. It is a tool that can help you to manage your money and be prepared for these and other expenses. In this we...

What are your choices with birth and do you really have a choice if you don't know all the options? I use this analogy for VBAC moms (vaginal birth after cesarean)  here is a great website with information and the real choices you have. https://vbacfacts.com/ However, it counts for all the choice you have as a birthing mom, if you don't know your options, you don't really have a choice. I hav...

I was so grateful when one of the Hypnobabies moms in my group who is a Registered Dietitian, was kind enough to share her tips to help expecting moms have happier tummies! You can listen to the tips here,  or hop over to the shownotes and you can download a pdf.   HELPFUL LINKS Direct link to this episode show notes: https://enjoybirth.com/16-tips-for-easing-or-eliminating-nausea-vomiting-heartbu...

Affirmations can help your subconscious mind accept positive thought and attitudes. There are a few ways you can make affirmations a part of your pregnancy. You can write down some affirmations, post them where you will see them every day and read them each time you see them. You can download an MP3 with pregnancy affirmations and listen to it every day.  The Hypnobabies has both a pregnancy and a...

Taking an Independent Childbirth Class (typically one not affiliated with a hospital) is a great way to learn what normal birth is.    It is well worth the time and money to be educated about normal birth.   The information presented in class will go a long way in helping you trust your body and baby. There are many different choices for Childbirth Classes.  Find one...

I read about a Texas Basketball Coach who led her team to a regional semi-final victory on a Friday night. She then went to the hospital and had her baby an hour later . The next day she went back to coach her team to another win moving up to the next level. I think she deserves a medal... how about you? You can get a Mom Medal here .  HELPFUL LINKS Get The Top 3 Tips to Enjoy Birth Book and...

 I often have moms who are pregnant and nervous about their upcoming births, because of past negative birth experiences.  I love working with them, because with energy work we can quickly and easily see a shift. I have even worked with moms that want to have another child, but are having such a hard time moving past their birth that they don’t want to get pregnant .  They are really...

I have been a Hypnobabies Childbirth Educator and a Birth Doula since 2006 and a Life Coach since 2014.   I am excited to share this podcast to help you enjoy this wonderful phase of life, welcoming a new baby into your home! HELPFUL LINKS Get The Top 3 Tips to Enjoy Birth Book and free access to my online childbirth class Get Hypnobabies Products here Positive Birth Videos Podcast Episodes Follow...