MyMaine Birth

Send us Fan Mail Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth?  You’re in the right place!  In this episode, we discuss: Gina's first birth story in Virginia, a planned home birth which shifted to a hospital birth and a cesarean due to pre-eclampsia Gina's second birth in Maine,...

Send us Fan Mail Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth?  You’re in the right place!  In this episode, we discuss: Home birth in Maine Midwifery care in Maine The importance of trusting yourself  ….and a whole lot more! Additional Resources you’ll LOVE… If you are ready to prepare fo...

Send us Fan Mail Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth?  You’re in the right place!  In this episode, we discuss: Hospital Birth Story at Mercy Hospital in Portland, Maine The reasons Mikayla chose an unassisted birth with her second child  Mikayla's Unassisted Maine Birth Stor...

Send us Fan Mail Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth?  You’re in the right place!  In this episode, we discuss: Cesarean birth at Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor,  Maine Navigating pregnancy care when your hospital of choice closes Obstetric Care in Maine  …....

Send us Fan Mail Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth?  You’re in the right place!  In this episode, we discuss: Four Maine Hospital Birth Stories Domestic Violence and how Kay handled her situation  Obstetric Care at Southern Maine Hospitals  ….and a whole lot more! Domestic Viole...

Send us Fan Mail Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth?  You’re in the right place!  In this episode, we discuss: Breech birth options  Cesarean Birth in Maine at Northern Light EMMC in Bangor, and also at MDI Hosptial  Doula support in Maine Meaghan's journey to specializing i...

Send us Fan Mail Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth?  You’re in the right place!  In this episode, we discuss: Home birth in Maine Midwifery care and doula support How regulations can affect birth autonomy ….and a whole lot more! Additional Resources you’ll LOVE… If you are ready...

Send us Fan Mail Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth?  You’re in the right place!  In this episode, we discuss: Mercy Hospital in Portland, Maine Birth Story   Midwifery care and doula support The difficulties of processing a precipitous birth experience ….and a whole lot more! Ad...

Send us Fan Mail Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth?  You’re in the right place!  In this episode, we discuss: Two EMMC Bangor, Maine Birth Stories The importance of Trusting your Intuition Last minute change in birth plans for her second birth due to HELLP Syndrome Why everyone&...

Send us Fan Mail Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE In this episode, we discuss: Molly's two EMMC Bangor, Maine Birth Stories  The experience of carrying twins and dealing with other's opinions and fears Midwifery care in the hospital  The great mystery of all birth stories, and the benefits of ditching preconceived notions  How the cascade of intervention...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we discuss: EMMC Bangor, Maine Birth Story The predictable path of birth in the system  Postpartum support  ….and a whole lot more! Additional Resources you’ll LOVE… If you are ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, where you’re respected as the authority over your body and your baby…  regardless of where you plan on birthing - CLICK HERE for 10% off...

Send us Fan Mail Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth?  You’re in the right place!  In this episode, we discuss: Kimberly's first birth story at PenBay Medical Center in Rockport, Maine The decision to choose home birth. Midwifery care in Maine The power that comes from being...

Send us Fan Mail Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth?  You’re in the right place!  In this episode, we discuss: EMMC Bangor Maine Birth Story  Midwifery care in a hospital setting The struggles with care providers in JulieAnne's current pregnancy as Inland Hospital in Watervi...

Send us Fan Mail Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth?  You’re in the right place!  In this episode, we discuss: Home birth in Maine The challenges of surrendering during pregnancy, labor and birth.  Wild Pregnancy, and Free Birth in Maine ….and a whole lot more! Additional Resourc...

Send us Fan Mail Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth?  You’re in the right place!  In this episode, we discuss: Home birth in Maine The decision to birth without any medical assistance What she did to prepare for this type of birth experience The joy of birthing in your full power...

Send us Fan Mail Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth?  You’re in the right place!  In this episode, we discuss: Unassisted Home birth in Maine Having trust and patience in the physiological process of birth Midwifery care and sovereign birth support options  The decision to go to...

Send us Fan Mail   Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth?  You’re in the right place!  In this episode, we discuss: Home birth in Maine Rendalyn shares her two birth stories, the first was a birth center birth in another state, followed by her powerful Maine Free Birth story Rendaly...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine being told you might never have children at a young age, and then you grow up and find yourself pregnant. This is the raw and inspiring journey of Desiree, who, against odds, embarked on the path to motherhood. Join us as Desiree shares the rollercoaster of emotions and the unwavering support she received from her partner, James, her mother, and the incredible team at Nort...

Send us Fan Mail Leah's story is one of resilience, courage, and the power of hope as she navigates what she was told was a high-risk pregnancy.  Despite being told from a young ages that she might not conceive due to PCOS, after a recent gastric sleeve surgery, Leah found herself expecting.  Join me in this episode as she shares her experience of feeling forced to deliver at Maine Medical Ce...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever questioned the conventional norms of childbirth and wondered about embracing a more natural approach? Join me in this episode as we reconnect with Katie Stroud, my dear friend, inspiring fellow childbirth educator, and co-creatrix of Birth Bliss.    Katie shares her transformative journey, influenced by the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, and how it led her to e...

Send us Fan Mail Bekah's story is an emotional journey of unexpected challenges and resilience, tracing her path from a bustling life in California to her new beginnings in Maine. After meeting her fiancé, Logan, Becca shares the ebbs and flows of her pregnancy, including her initial birthing plans and the eventual decision to deliver at Maine General Hospital. Bekah's experience takes a...

Send us Fan Mail Join me in Episode 93 of MyMaine Birth   as Emily shares her raw and emotional story of navigating motherhood with her boyfriend Curtis.  Discover how she found out she was pregnant while on birth control and the prenatal care she received from Intermed in Portland, Maine.  Emily’s narrative takes a dramatic shift at the 36th week with concerns over preeclampsia, leading to an unp...

Send us Fan Mail Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth?  You’re in the right place!  In this episode, we discuss: Maine Medical Center Portland, Maine Birth Story Christi shares about her experience working with me as her birth photographer The importance of being informed and confi...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Episode 91 of MyMaine Birth, I can’t believe we’re almost at 100 episodes!  Thank you so much to all of you who have supported me through this really incredible journey of collecting and publishing Birth Stories from across Maine and to all of you who have offered to share your own birth story on the podcast, it literally wouldn’t be possible without you... so Thank You...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets to better pelvic health with Dr. Emily Wilson of Pelvic Wisdom Physical Therapy.  Emily shares her compelling journey into pelvic floor therapy, starting from an unexpected discovery during her education, to becoming a passionate advocate for personalized care. Learn about the transformative power of pelvic floor therapy, especially during pregnancy, conception,...