My Essential Birth

Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy

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Birth is amazing, beautiful, wonderful . . . and it can throw you for a loop! Despite our very best birth “plans,” we can find ourselves taking some twist and turns during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum that we don’t expect. Enter the Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy Podcast!  Hey mama! My name is Stephanie, and I’m a mom of three boys, and two girls, a professional doula, childbirth educator, and the creator of the Online Birth Course - My Essential Birth www.myessentialbirth.com.  I love to help mothers just like you feel empowered and confident during pregnancy, birth, and into motherhood by t...

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Oct 15, 2026

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Top 12 Q&A's about Birth and Labor from Mamas Like You 14.05.2024

This week's episode is going to be straight from you guys back to you guys. All of your questions will be answered right here on the podcast. We have grabbed all of the questions that we feel like we're getting the most or that we think will be the most benefit to our listeners! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Postpartum Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3...

7 Lies You've Been Told about Pregnancy & Birth 07.05.2024

There's so much information out there about the do's and dont's of birth and pregnancy. In this episode, we dive into 7 Lies You've Been Told about Pregnancy & Birth. You deserve to have all the information to make the best and most informed decision about your birth experience.  Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Postpartum Course My Essential Bi...

What Actually Needs to Be in Your Prenatal Vitamins with Bridgitte Mallinson of Gut Personal 30.04.2024

Are you really getting what you need from your prenatal? It all starts with your gut! 1 in 4 women have gut issues. Bridgette, functional registered dietician, shares that no matter how good our nutrition is or how balanced out diet is, we are still going to be lacking in vitamins and minerals! Where to find Bridgitte: Instagram Website TikTok Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essentia...

Birth Story: Mentally Preparing for Her Unmedicated Birth Experience as a Single Mom by Choice with Melissa Kidd 23.04.2024

Birth stories are so important because they help mothers to be understand all the different ways birth could happen. We have a great birth story this week from Melissa Kidd, a single mom by choice. We talk about how mental preparation makes a world of difference in birth preparation. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Postpartum Course My Essential Birth Instagram Don&ap...

Subchorionic Hemorrhage: What We Missed In Our Last Episode on Exercise, Management, and Birth Outcomes 16.04.2024

Any kind of bleeding in pregnancy can be worrisome. Join us for our Part 2 episode on Subchorionic Hemorrhage. In this episode, we'll talk about exercise, management, and birth outcomes. This is all just information for you to work through anything that comes your way. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Postpartum Course My Essential Birth Instagram Subchorionic Hem...

Gestational Diabetes Nutrition: All the Best Advice for Diet, Prevention, and Management with Leslee Flannery, Registered Dietician 09.04.2024

Getting diagnosed with gestational diabetes can be scary and overwhelming. What to eat, when to eat, measuring your blood sugars, so much new information you need to process and take in. Whether you were just diagnosed or are trying to do what you can to prevent it, this episode is for YOU! Where to find Leslee and her work: Instagram Website Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential...

The Episode Your Birth Partner NEEDS to Hear on How to Best Support You During Pregnancy, Labor, and Postpartum 02.04.2024

In addition to educating yourself on your options for your birth experience, one of the most important things a mama needs is a supportive birth partner. Your birth partner should know how to support you, advocate for you, and anticipate your needs during labor. You can learn all about that here! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Popular Episo...

Birth Story: Unplanned Pregnancy to Knowing What Her Body Needed with Savanna Davis 26.03.2024

This week's birth story is from Savanna Davis, a My Essential Birth student and first time mama! She walks us through her emotional journey of not being prepared for her pregnancy and how she educated herself on all her options, whether or not she intended to go that route.  Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Don't forget to RATE &amp...

Dr. Robyn Thompson: Encouraging Breastfeeding, Maternal Bonding, & The Importance of a Mother's Intuition 19.03.2024

Our esteemed guest, Dr. Robyn Thompson, joins us this week to discuss breastfeeding, the importance of the maternal bond with baby, and how crucial a mother's intuition is. We dive into the Three Golden Hours and what that means for setting mom and baby up for success with breastfeeding. Where to find Dr. Thompson: Instagram Website Breastfeeding Guide Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Cour...

Vaccines during Pregnancy and For Baby: Make the Most Informed Decisions & Choose What's Right for Your Family 12.03.2024

Vaccines are a hot topic these days when it comes to pregnancy and for our children. Stop to think about why that is. All parents want what's best for their children. In this episode, I'm asking you to ask yourself some very important questions when making these incredibly complex decisions. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Sources:...

Every Mother Needs to Hear This for Every Stage of Motherhood: You Are Enough and Worthy 05.03.2024

You are enough, and I hope that, yes, you know that. When we're going through the things that we go through to become mothers, when we're dealing with infertility, when we are growing a baby, when we are in the throes of our postpartum weeks, do we believe that we are enough? Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Don't forget to RAT...

Empowering & Strengthening Your Body: Pregnancy & Postpartum Workouts for Every Stage of Motherhood with Coach Kim Perry 27.02.2024

Wherever you are in your pregnancy or postpartum, you can still move and strengthen your body! This week, we have Fit Pregnancy Coach, Kim Perry, share her advice and wisdom on staying fit, strong, and happy during your motherhood journey. Kim's Social Media: Website Instagram Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Kim's Fit Pregnancy Sta...

Birth Story: Preparing and Knowing Her Options for Her Unmedicated Birth with Katelynn Monty 20.02.2024

Discover Caitlin's inspiring birth journey this week! We delve into Caitlin's experience, from navigating pregnancy challenges to advocating for her birth preferences. Learn about the importance of preparation, support, and informed decision-making during childbirth.  Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Don't forget to RATE &...

7 Ways to Prepare Your Mind & Body during the 3rd Trimester! 13.02.2024

If you are in your third trimester, this is 100% for you! If you're in the third trimester and you're feeling like, "Oh my gosh, what is coming next? Labor is so exciting and I can't wait, but what am I supposed to be doing?" Do these 7 things to prepare your mind and body for birth! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises F...

A Guide to Knowing Pain Management Options BEFORE Your Contractions Begin 06.02.2024

You get to decide what will work best for you. It's important to plan for the birth you want, the one that will light you up and bring you joy, whether if it's with an epidural, an unmedicated birth, or somewhere in between. You get to pick! Have all the information to make those decisions.  Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Don&apos...

Birth Story: Preparing & Practicing for an Unmedicated Birth with Autumn and James Cosgrove 30.01.2024

Having a birth partner that is on the same page as you is critical when you're working through planning your birth map! This week, James and Autumn share their birth story and how communication, the My Essential Birth Course, and their preparation helped them achieve their desired birth! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Don't forget...

Tongue Ties & Chiropractic Care for Mama + Baby with Dr. Casey Baker 23.01.2024

As a mama, it can be overwhelming wading through all the information out there regarding best practice and alternate options when it comes to care. Dr. Casey Baker, who specializes in chiropractic care for mamas AND babies, gives us a wealth of info as we dive into tongue ties and general chiro care! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Where to...

An Overview of Breech Babies: What You Can Do To Prevent It, The Risks, and Your Options 16.01.2024

Having a breech baby can kind of throw a wrench in your birth plans. BUT! With breech babies, it's similar to any kind of vaginal delivery. You allow mom and baby to work together, let intuition do its thing and have an excellent, carefree birth in the safety of a good provider. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises American Pregnancy Informa...

Scheduled for an Induction? Here's What You Should Know with L&D Nurse, Mackenzie DeClark 09.01.2024

You've heard me talk about inductions before, but this time, we're walking through what to expect with Labor & Delivery Nurse, Mackenzie DeClark. She gives us the nitty gritty about what induction is, different methods, and how it affects your birth plans. Where to find Mackenzie: TikTok Instagram Website Podcast Don't forget to RATE & FOLLOW the Pregnancy & Birth Made E...

Birth Story: Delaying Her Induction Three Times with Taylor Ward 02.01.2024

Taylor Ward joins me to share her unmedicated birth story! She knew she wanted to go the midwife route. At 41 weeks, she started hearing talk of induction. She postponed her induction 3x and had her baby at 41+5. Taylor shares how My Essential Birth helped her prepare for the birth of her baby.  Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Don't for...

{REBROADCAST} Contractions: What You Can Expect, How to Know It’s Time for You to Head to Your Birth Place, & How to Keep Track 26.12.2023

We're sharing our most downloaded episode in 2023! 🎉 Most births are not like the movies. They don’t typically start with a massive gush of water followed by insanely intense contractions that have mom rushing to the hospital. 🚑 That’s not to say a birth can’t start with your waters breaking and even immediate contractions, but most often, you’re going to have some time to ease into labor. ...

Introducing Ellement, Prenatal Supplements Created and Personalized for Each Mother, with Doreen Bloch and Dr. Nate Fox 19.12.2023

No pregnancy is the same, and every body is different. Why would we think prenatals would be the same for everyone? Our guests, Doreen Bloch and Dr. Nate Fox dive into the world of prenatal supplements with us and talk about how Ellement is geared towards providing care for women individually.  Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Discount Code f...

Low Iron or Anemia during Pregnancy? What Can You Do Now to Raise Your Levels? 12.12.2023

Fifteen to twenty-five percent of moms will experience low iron levels or anemia during pregnancy. Don't worry! There are a few ways that you can raise those levels to remain in control of your birth, pregnancy, and delivery! Listen in! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises 15% OFF Coupon for Paleo Valley Beef Liver Supplements Don't for...

Birth Story: Navigating Birth Together with Alisha & Brady Williams 05.12.2023

It's so important to have your birth partner on the same page as you. This week, we talk to a husband and wife who prepared together for birth. By preparing and educating themselves together, Brady was able to anticipate Alisha's needs when she couldn't verbalize them herself. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Don't forget...

Birth Control: What Kind of Options Do You Have and How Do You Choose the Right One? 28.11.2023

We talk a lot about what to do to get pregnant, have a healthy pregnancy, and achieve the birth of your dreams. What about planning for more babies? Or no more babies? We dive into your options for birth control and talk about pros and cons so you can make the best choice for you and your family! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Instagram 3 Free Exercises Getting Your...

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