My Doula Micah - My Birth, My Baby, My Life

Micah is keeping it real while she’s on the other side of the interviewing process. You’ll learn what a Doula actually does and Micah‘s journey in becoming one. If you are expecting your first baby or even if you’ve had a few, hearing Micah’s fresh and light-hearted take on childbirth will help relieve even the most anxious mama. “Birth is just real life. You should feel normal during birth.” Mica...

Once again, Micah has the privilege of interviewing another successful, seasoned doula. In this episode, Brian The Birth Guy talks about including the partner, fostering a healthy relationship and what’s next for him. Get ready to be enlightened and entertained!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privac...

Calling all doulas! In this episode, Micah challenges active doulas, new doulas, and up & coming doulas to check their mindset as they aim to serve their clients. Do you have an agenda? What does that even mean? Micah has this particular conversation with all of the doulas she’s mentored and wants to share her thoughts with all of you.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...

Micah is thrilled to be talking with another seasoned doula, Stefanie Antunes. She is the owner of the Doula School and shares her wisdom as she trains other up & coming doulas. Join Micah and her guest as they discuss their role as doulas, the epidural shortage, and why certification is more important now than ever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more abo...

This is a question many women have after giving birth but most aren’t asking. There are many obstacles to overcome and it’s sometimes hard to navigate - especially now that you have a baby to care for as well. This very vulnerable topic requires attention and in this episode, Micah gets very practical on how to keep your sex life alive.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic...

Within the postpartum time period, there is quite a bit of adjustment, including with your existing family. Whether you have a toddler, multiple kids, or older children that can help out, this episode covers a range of likely scenarios. Micah’s experience as a mom of six gives her some valuable insight on bringing a new baby home when you already have children. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

Truth is, we just don’t talk about postpartum care enough. In this episode, Micah hopes to bring more insight, more honesty, and more confidence concerning this important topic. New parents can oftentimes feel overwhelmed and even blindsided by all the things they don’t know when adding a baby to their family.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad...

Don’t you just love getting the behind-the-scenes sneak peek! In this episode, Micah and her book team not only reminisce about her very first book project but also exchange birth stories. Ali Sloan, Micah’s editor, reveals how uniquely this was written so that the reader can hear Micah’s personality, spunk, and southern charm. You will also be highly entertained by the audible book narrator, Debr...

Micah appears on the Australian podcast, Can We Talk About This, with Amber-Lee to share her experiences on the @powerofbirth: A humorous conversation with Micah from Waco, Texas USA, a birth doula for over 20 years, mum of 6 and author of The Humour in Birth. Micah currently trains upcoming doulas and has supported over 300 births in her phenomenal career. Micah shares her experiences home birthi...

In this episode, we’re continuing with Sam’s very different 2nd and 3rd birth experiences. Having the mental preparation, game plan, and confidence are discussed and you’ll hear firsthand why that’s so important. Micah has more tips and information that every birthing mama should know.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...

Micah is enjoying interviewing past clients and this week Sam is joining her. Sam does a wonderful job of really sharing all the details, thoughts, and feelings of her first time giving birth. If you’re brand new to the whole natural birth process, here is a very honest and positive look. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...

In case you’re wondering, YES, it can be done - a vaginal delivery with twins. Micah is so excited to be sharing this birth story with her repeat client, Rebeca. You will love her take on pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care not only with her firstborn but with her twin girls as well. Come check it out!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad...

This raw, vulnerable episode about Micahs sixth birth gives a complete picture of who she is at her core. Micah shares the tremendous stress surrounding Levi’s pregnancy and birth as well as the treasured memories she holds. There is encouragement, honesty, surrender and life lessons filling this touching episode.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about you...

Micah’s birth experience with Naomi is entertaining from pregnancy to delivery. What a ride! Being a “veteran” of the birth process, and now to motherhood, Micah offers some words of wisdom to new moms. There are sure to be several tips that you’ll want to implement in your parenting.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....

Are you thinking, “I just don’t think I can deal with the pain of childbirth but I’m even more scared of the interventions of meds and needles”? Micah’s guest on this weeks episode is a repeat client, four times over. Genesis is candid in sharing her birth stories and the value of having a doula. Genesis’ journey should bring confidence and hope that you can have the experience you’re looking for,...

As Micah retells her experience with Isaac, she reveals the vulnerable struggles she faced. The childbirth process, from pregnancy to newborn care, is filled with ups and downs. As you listen to Micah’s perspective, you should find hope to apply to your own birth journey.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Ready for Micah’s third birth story? It’s true, and she confesses, that Anna Joy’s birth was way easier than the first two. However, Micah does go into detail about her struggles with mastitis and what she did to stop the maddening cycle of breast infections. This will hit home for many of you and hopefully will help the expecting mamas listening in.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...

Onto the birth of Micah’s son, Jacob. In this episode, you’ll hear how different aspects of the total childbirth experience can change from one birth to the next. Micah highlights how much easier her slower labor was with Jacob compared to her Fast & Furious birth with Gabrielle. This episode is fun and informative.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more abo...

In this week’s episode, Micah is continuing her interview with Beka Gross. As the conversation unfolds, the importance of having a doula is highlighted. If you are wondering, “what exactly are the benefits of having a doula,” then you don’t want to miss this one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privac...

This week Micah sits down with a repeat client, Beka Gross. This conversation dives deep into the world of IVF (In vitro fertilization) and brings hope to those on a difficult road. Beka is also featured in a chapter of Micah’s book called, Sweet Southern Mouths. Talk about laugh-out-loud funny! This is Part 1 of their interview and you’ll get all the “feels.” Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

In this episode, Micah interviews her daughter, Gabrielle. This conversation is fascinating as the two of them recollect, retell and relive Gabrielle’s birth stories. There are some precious moments and some amazing wisdom shared in this very special edition of Game Day: Births Not Balls.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...

Micah is “backin it up” and sharing her own birth experiences. In this episode, she’s relating the birth of her firstborn, Gabrielle. You will not only enjoy hearing her reminisce about when she was an amateur but you’ll also gain a few tips and tricks.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy...

In honor of April being Cesarean Awareness Month, Micah sees real value in sharing this episode again.  Micah provides information on the ins and outs of having a C-Section and also talks about the healing needed if you’re struggling with your Cesarean birth.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy P...

As doulas, one of the most unique parts of our career is the On-Call life. For every client, we are on-call 24/7, 3-4 weeks. In this final episode of the series, “Becoming & Being a Doula”, Micah goes into detail on what it means and looks like to be on-call. https://www.facebook.com/wacodoulateam Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices....

Are you expecting parents and have been wanting to look into doula services? Are you wondering what typically comes in a doula package? Are you interested in becoming a doula and are curious what others offer in their doula services? Micah breaks down the different options, specialties and why she offers what she does in her doula package. It’s another “Day in the Life” of a doula.  http://wacodou...