Between Contractions

In this episode of  Between Contractions , we begin a new series on building your birth team, starting with the pregnancy season. They discuss why support during pregnancy matters and how the right team can improve comfort, confidence, and overall birth outcomes.  The conversation covers key members of a prenatal support team—including partners or chosen support people, doulas, chiropractors, pelv...

In this episode of Between Contractions, we explore the pros, cons, and safety considerations of home birth, birth centers, and hospital births—breaking down who each option may be best for and why there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Where you give birth can shape how safe, supported, and empowered you feel. We share practical questions to guide your decision, respond to common real-life scenario...

In this episode of  Between Contractions , we explore the difference between the nesting instinct and prenatal overwhelm. While nesting is a natural, biologically driven urge to prepare for baby—often marked by excitement, focus, and bursts of energy—overwhelm stems from emotional overload, fear, and pressure to “do everything right.” We break down the key signs of each, helping listeners identify...

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