Positive Birth Corner

What if your story doesn’t end with infertility? This is about healing, belief, and stepping into a positive birth experience. Black Maternal Health Week Special | Rooted in Justice and Joy In honor of Black Maternal Health Week, this special episode centers the power of storytelling, advocacy, and community in shaping safer, more empowering birth experiences for Black families. Rooted in justice...

Positive birth doesn’t happen by chance—it’s shaped by decisions, systems, and policy. Here’s what you need to know. Black Maternal Health Week Special | Rooted in Justice and Joy In honor of Black Maternal Health Week, this special episode centers the power of storytelling, advocacy, and community in shaping safer, more empowering birth experiences for Black families. Rooted in justice and joy, w...

Birth can be calm, supported, and empowering. This is what happens when midwifery care centers trust, presence, and informed support. … Why this works: Strong identity + educational curiosity + cultural pride Black Maternal Health Week Special | Rooted in Justice and Joy In honor of Black Maternal Health Week, this special episode centers the power of storytelling, advocacy, and community in shapi...

What if birth didn’t have to begin with fear? This is the conversation shifting how we see Black birth. Black Maternal Health Week Special | Rooted in Justice and Joy In honor of Black Maternal Health Week, this special episode centers the power of storytelling, advocacy, and community in shaping safer, more empowering birth experiences for Black families. Rooted in justice and joy, we highlight t...

Most people talk about awareness but what does this week actually stand for? This is the truth about joy, justice, and why it matters for Black birth. Black Maternal Health Week Special | Rooted in Justice and Joy In honor of Black Maternal Health Week, this special episode centers the power of storytelling, advocacy, and community in shaping safer, more empowering birth experiences for Black fami...

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💛 A Heartfelt Thank You Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. Thank you so much for being here and for listening week after week. This is our final episode of the year, and we are incredibly grateful for this community, this space, and every person who has tuned in, shared an episode, or supported the podcast along the way. Recording a new episode every single week this year has been a joy and a gi...

JOIN THE POSITIVE BIRTH CLUB! LIMITED EDITION MERCH AVAILABLE NOW! SHOP HERE: https://positive-birth-corner.myshopify.com/ Use code: clubPBC for free shipping on orders over $75! In this episode of Positive Birth Corner , Anna returns to share the journey of her second birth, an experience she confidently calls her perfect birth . We talk about how different this birth felt from her first, the cha...

JOIN THE POSITIVE BIRTH CLUB! LIMITED EDITION MERCH AVAILABLE NOW! SHOP HERE: https://positive-birth-corner.myshopify.com/ Use code: clubPBC for free shipping on orders over $75! In this episode of the Positive Birth Corner , we sit down with January as she shares the story of her first birth—an experience filled with surprises, intensity, and moments that still make her smile today. Jan became a...

JOIN THE POSITIVE BIRTH CLUB! LIMITED EDITION MERCH AVAILABLE NOW! SHOP HERE: https://positive-birth-corner.myshopify.com/ Use code: clubPBC for free shipping on orders over $75! HAPPY THANKSGIVING!! In this episode of Positive Birth Corner , host MaryNissi sits down with Sam , a first-time mom who gave birth at 36 and shares a powerful, honest, and deeply personal birth story. Sam talks about gro...

In this episode of Positive Birth Corner , MaryNissi talks with Jordan , husband to Moraa from Episode 1, who shares what it was like to experience the birth of their child from the partner’s perspective. Jordan reflects on the mix of excitement and nerves he felt as a first-time dad, and how he and Moraa prepared together through classes, research, and choosing the right doula. Even with all thei...

💫 In this episode, host MaryNissi talks with Anna , a Russian immigrant about her first birth experience. Her birth story is one of preparation, intuition, and trusting your body and desires for birth no matter what the preconceived standards might look like. After spending months reading, researching, and immersing herself in everything birth-related (over 20 books and countless podcasts!), Anni...

🌸 In this heartfelt and empowering episode of The Positive Birth Corner , we sit down with Natashja James , a licensed counselor, yoga teacher, and first-time mom who welcomed her daughter just two weeks before her 37th birthday. Natashja shares how she turned her early fears about pregnancy and “advanced maternal age” into a story of faith, preparation, and strength. From building a holistic bir...

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In this powerful continuation of Nada’s story, we enter the heart of her labor the moment where strength, surrender, advocacy, and faith all converge. What began as a routine progression became a sacred experience of grounding, prayer, and perseverance. Nada & Marynissi walk through the intimate, raw, and holy moments that defined Nada’s delivery from calling for a quiet room to pray, to navig...

In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode of The Positive Birth Corner , host MaryNissi sits down with Nada , a Black and Palestinian registered dietitian, wife, and mom who shares her deeply personal journey through pregnancy, preparation, and birth. Nada opens up about walking into motherhood with both professional insight and personal fear shaped by her public health background and awareness of...

In this episode of Positive Birth Corner , MaryNissi sits down with Amanda to share her powerful journey of bringing her daughter, Aria, into the world. From navigating fears around induction and low fluid levels to finding strength through affirmations, prayer, and the support of her doula, Amanda’s story is a reminder that birth can be both unpredictable and beautiful. Amanda opens up about her...

In this solo episode of Positive Birth Corner , MaryNissi dives into one of the most powerful tools you can bring into your pregnancy and birth: advocacy . Advocacy is more than just speaking up, it’s about knowing what you need, understanding your options, and being confident enough to make decisions that align with your values. Using personal stories, practical tools, and real-life examples from...

This week on Positive Birth Corner , we’re shaking things up with our first dad! 💪 In this episode, we sit down with Kahlef to hear his honest, funny, and deeply thoughtful perspective on becoming a father. From cultural lessons growing up, to meticulous birth prep, to navigating the unexpected moments (yes, even stopping for snacks mid-labor 🚗🥤), He brings his whole self to this journey. You’l...

In this episode of Positive Birth Corner , we hear from Natalie , a first-time mom whose journey to motherhood was filled with preparation, prayer, and unexpected twists. Natalie takes us inside her birth center experience — from the early hours of labor to a dramatic delivery when her baby was born with the cord around his neck. Through it all, Natalie shows us the power of mindset, support, and...

In this episode of Positive Birth Corner , we sit down with Moraa , a Kenyan-born mama living in Philadelphia, who shares her powerful story of pregnancy, preparation, and giving birth in the middle of Hurricane Ida. 🌧️👶🏾 From navigating cultural expectations, to building a supportive care team, to driving through flooded streets while in labor — Moraa's story is as inspiring as it is unforgetta...

Welcome to Positive Birth Corner ! 🎉 I’m your host, MaryNissi , and I’m so glad you’re here. In this episode, I open my heart and share the story that started it all — my first birth experience . From the confusion and loneliness of early pregnancy, to finding support through Rachel (a nurse who met me where I was), to making empowered choices about my birth team and hospital, this is the journey...

Welcome to the very first episode of Positive Birth Corner ! 🎉 I’m your host, MaryNissi — doula, childbirth educator, lactation consultant, and mentor — and I’m so excited to begin this journey with you. In this debut episode, I share why storytelling is at the heart of everything we’ll do here. Growing up in Malawi, I was surrounded by powerful oral traditions that shaped how I understand connec...