in this episode Dani shares her birth and postpartum story. After birthing her baby Dani's placenta took longer than normal to release. For weeks postpartum Dani had on and off unexplained bleeding, after ER trips and multiple ultrasounds her OB confirmed that she had retained placenta. ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instag...
Dec 11, 2023•44 min
In this episode Hope shares all three of her birth stories with so much passion and joy! My favorite part of this conversation is when Hope and I talk about life after kids vs before kids- it was something I needed to hear myself. Hope's biggest piece of advice for mamas is to surrender control over the things we cannot change. ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connec...
Dec 04, 2023•48 min
In this episode Darby comes on the podcast to share both of her induction birth stories and how they have propelled her into becoming a doula! ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthebumpclt our website / blog: www.whatthebumpclt.com Darbys website: https://boundlessgracebirthky.com/
Nov 27, 2023•39 min
In this episode Laila from The Learning to Mom Podcast comes on to share about her journey with prenatal depression. Laila struggled herself with prenatal depression during the pregnancy of her baby girl. Her mission is to spread awareness on how to recognize it + give you practical tips to overcome it. ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: h...
Nov 20, 2023•41 min
In this podcast episode Serena is sharing the birth story of her first baby- she includes how they struggled to get pregnant and planned to do IUI, how during her labor she had no choice but to labor much longer than planned with no pain relief, and about her postpartum struggles with body image. ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://...
Nov 13, 2023•58 min
In this episode Samantha shares the birth story of her first baby in the UK! ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthebumpclt our website / blog: www.whatthebumpclt.com
Nov 01, 2023•47 min
In this episode Kelsey shares her about her experience moving across the county at the end of her pregnancy as well as her postpartum journey with anxiety. ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthebumpclt our website / blog: www.whatthebumpclt.com
Oct 25, 2023•47 min
In this episode Erin shares all about her unmedicated VBAC! ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthebumpclt our website / blog: www.whatthebumpclt.com
Oct 18, 2023•1 hr 15 min
In this episode Kayla shares all about the birth of her son! Kayla had a beautiful unmedicated birth AND her baby was over 11lb! Her story is a great reminder that you can birth a big baby, that every labor is unique, and that you were made to be your babies mama. ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthebumpclt ...
Oct 11, 2023•32 min
In this episode Jen shares both of her birth stories. Her first was an induction with no epidural, for her second Jen originally planned for a home birth but ended up choosing to be induced due to hypertension. ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthebumpclt our website / blog: www.whatthebumpclt.com
Oct 04, 2023•52 min
In this episode Julia shares her journey through pregnancy and decision for a home birth. Although when labor unfolded Julia ended up transferring to the hospital and birthing her baby via cesarean - she shares the key things that led her to feeling empowered and in control during her birth. ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.i...
Sep 27, 2023•43 min
In this episode Taylor shares her pregnancy and birth journey. At 33 weeks pregnant Taylor suffered a seizure in her sleep. After multiples tests the doctors told her she had a brain tumor in her frontal lobe - they wanted to operate immediately while she was pregnant. Surprisingly, Taylor was flooded with peace and calmness. Throughout her story Taylor is full of joy and hope - her goal in sharing her story is to give glory to God. ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscri...
Sep 20, 2023•1 hr 1 min
In this episode Amanda shares her birth story! Amanda had "back pain" from what she thought was a pulled back muscle for days- turns out she was in labor the entire time! She arrived to the hospital completely dilated with contractions that were still 8-10 minutes apart. ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whattheb...
Sep 13, 2023•33 min
In this episode Morgan is sharing her wild birth story! Morgan got turned away from the hospital and ended up giving birth in her driveway in an ambulance! ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthebumpclt our website / blog: www.whatthebumpclt.com
Aug 09, 2023•36 min
In this episode samantha shares all about the birth of her son at a birth center here in NC. She shares how she prepped a TON- physically, mentally, emotionally, and educationally. She describes her birth in such a beautiful and positive way! ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthebumpclt our website / blog: ww...
Jul 12, 2023•41 min
In this episode Liz is sharing her home birth story! Liz chose to birth her second baby at home with an amazing birth team. She had a rather quick birth and was in denial for much of it! She shares how she made the decision to transition her care to a home birth and how she prepped for her second birth! ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: h...
Jun 28, 2023•52 min
In this episode I am sharing all about my home birth including my pregnancy, plans, and how it all unfolded. It was crazy, quick, and shocking. My son was born at home, on my bathroom floor, in ONE hour of labor, and weighed TEN pounds. Listen to the full story! ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthebumpclt ou...
Jun 07, 2023•54 min
In this episode Alison shares her birth story! Alison describes her labor as rough overall, much due to a reaction to her epidural that caused her to go numb all over her body! ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthebumpclt our website / blog: www.whatthebumpclt.com...
May 31, 2023•36 min
In this episode Becca shares the birth of her second baby! She shares a beautiful and redemptive birth that was everything she planned and hoped for! ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthebumpclt our website / blog: www.whatthebumpclt.com...
May 17, 2023•58 min
In this episode Caroline shares her 36 hour unmedicated birth story! ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthebumpclt our website / blog: www.whatthebumpclt.com Breast milk jewelry: thehoneyandgold.com...
May 03, 2023•39 min
In this episode Nicole Wheeler shares he journey through pregnancy and birth. At 24 weeks along, Nicole's husband of almost 9 years unexpectedly passed away at the age of 34. She describes going through what should be the happiest time in her life, while simultaneously experiencing profound grief. Her goal in sharing her story is to connect with others in this heart breaking season and to help give discussion on grief at a young age. ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscr...
Jan 11, 2023•41 min
In this episode we give a quick year end recap, answer a couple questions submitted by listeners, and then dive into talking all about postpartum sex! ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthebumpclt our website / blog: www.whatthebumpclt.com Breast milk jewelry: thehoneyandgold.com...
Jan 04, 2023•41 min
In this episode Cassie Subler shares her birth story! Cassie is a labor and delivery/postpartum nurse and aspiring doula. She gave birth to her son, Ambrose, ten months ago. She is very passionate about the importance of preparing for childbirth, especially as a labor and delivery nurse. Cassie shares how she felt like she had to listen to a lot of successful stories of un-medicated, no-pitocin births to give her the confidence needed to have the unmedicated + birth center birth she wanted. ____...
Dec 28, 2022•44 min
In this episode Kyra Long shares her wild birth story! Kyra had a cord prolapse during labor which resulted in an emergent cesarean birth- having no extra anesthetic besides an epidural. She also got an “epidural bubble” postpartum and had to get a blood patch done. ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthebumpcl...
Dec 21, 2022•32 min
In this episode Savannah Allanson is sharing her birth story! Savannah planned a birth center birth but was later transferred to the hospital. She shares about her struggle with her repair postpartum and the long journey it took to get herself feeling better! ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthebumpclt our w...
Dec 14, 2022•57 min
HI! this podcast is a general update, on life, the future of the podcast, my pregnancy, and more! Mariana became my bestfriend quickly after she told her story on the podcast - that then evolved into us going into full time work together! ____________________ bundle birth positions guide: https://www.bundlebirth.com/product-page/bundle-birth-position-guide If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcas...
Dec 07, 2022•52 min
In this episode Nicole Zlotnicki is coming on to share her birth story! Nicole was my FIRST EVER doula client. Her birth story was nothing like she planned- however she advocated for her wishes, educated herself, and built a birth team to come along side her. Her story is a great example of how to navigate the medical system and stick up for your wishes while having medical anxiety. She conquered so many fears throughout birth and continues to postpartum, her biggest tips are to advocate for you...
Nov 21, 2022•54 min
In this episode Alyssa Molan is coming on the podcast to share the beautiful birth story of her rainbow baby. She talks about the mental / emotional anxiety of being pregnant after three miscarriages but ultimately her faith got her through. Alyssa's story is amazing, beautiful, and encouraging. She went on to have an unmedicated birth with her baby girl. ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatt...
Nov 07, 2022•1 hr 11 min
In this episode Andrea Coomer is sharing her birth story. Andrea planned an unmedicated birth and went into labor one evening after a long hospital work shift. after laboring for 12+ hours it was discovered that she had cervical scar tissue from a LEEP that wouldn't allow her cervix to dilate, so she opted for an epidural to rest. Andrea shares how her birth didn't go as planned when she ended up having a failed vacuum attempt that resulted in a cesarean birth. ____________________ If you enjoye...
Oct 24, 2022•1 hr 4 min
In this episode Casey is coming on the podcast to share her VBAC story. Casey had a belly birth with her first baby due to her daughter being breech, her provider was extremely supportive of a VBAC and encouraged it before she even knew it was an option. For her second birth Casey fixated on a VBAC, educated herself, had the support of a doula (hello that's us!!), and ultimately had the birth she hoped for! ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mam...
Oct 10, 2022•37 min
