Ep 120 Description:

“When you know what you stand for, then you can know what you don't stand for, and you can start to make those boundaries to be more on a rested path than off a rested path.” —Karen Brody

Rest is not merely a luxury, but a vital necessity for our well-being. When we prioritize rest, we open ourselves up to profound personal growth and the possibility of profound transformation. Discover how the power of rest can unlock new levels of resilience, creativity, and connection within ourselves in this week’s episode.

Karen Brody is the author of the acclaimed book "Daring to Rest" and the founder of the Daring to Rest method, a groundbreaking approach that has empowered thousands of women to reclaim their power through the practice of yoga Nidra meditation. As a respected voice in the realm of maternal wellness, Brody's insights and expertise have inspired a global community to prioritize rest and self-care.

Listen in as Karen shares her transformative birth experiences, her journey from community organizer to playwright, the importance of rest in postpartum recovery and everyday life, what yoga Nidra is and its benefits, and her free monthly "Yes to Rest" gatherings and a 40-day daring to rest program to encourage women to prioritize rest for their well-being and that of their families.

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Episode Highlights:

04:29 Meet Karen

10:36 Transition to Advocacy

17:31 The Role of Rest and Yoga Nidra

29:54 Tips for Practicing Yoga Nidra

33:21 DARE to Rest

Ep 119 Description:

“As a doula, the work always starts within. Follow the seeds of curiosity.” —Tessa Catto

Labor induction is a common medical intervention, but it doesn't have to mean the loss of your birth dreams. With the right mindset and support, induction can be an empowering experience that allows you to take an active role in your child's arrival. Navigating induction requires understanding your options and making informed choices to align with your birth preferences.

Tessa Catto is a birth doula, orgasmic birth practitioner, and artist who brings a holistic, empowered approach to supporting women through pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. Drawing on her own transformative experience with an induction of labor, Tessa offers invaluable insights on maintaining control and finding pleasure, even when birth doesn’t unfold as originally planned.

Tune in to gain valuable perspectives about empowered induction, using art and creativity to support women through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, and the role of pleasure and self-trust in the transformative experiences of motherhood.

Connect with Debra!

Website: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth

X: https://twitter.com/OrgasmicBirth

YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/OrgasmicBirth1

Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@orgasmicbirth

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471

Episode Highlights:

06:50 Navigating Induction and Making Empowered Choices

13:35 Lessons Learned and Becoming a Doula

19:19 Tips for Pregnant and Postpartum Women

22:09 Exploring Your Own Pleasure

• Become a doula! Debra offers virtual DONA Birth Doula trainings throughout the year. Learn more and get started on your journey here: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/dona-birth-doula-training

• If you are already a doula, nurse, midwife, or birth worker and in need of continuing education units, join Debra’s Orgasmic Birth Practitioner Training. Birthworkers gather from around the world to learn together and create an Orgasmic Community. Learn more at https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/orgasmic-birth-practitioner-training

• Join me in Bali, Indonesia for Eat Pray Doula. Our DONA Birth Doula Training is a unique 7 day retreat for beginning doulas and our Advanced Skills Retreat is perfect for those looking to expand their skillset and nourish themselves amongst likeminded Birthkeepers from around the world. www.eatpraydoula.com

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Thank you for being part of our community that believes in embracing pleasure, empowerment, and transformation in birth and beyond. We love hearing from you, so don't hesitate to share your thoughts, questions, or stories with us!

Wishing you love, pleasure, and powerful births,
The Orgasmic Birth Podcast Team 💖

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Ep 118 Description:

“This [orgasmic birth] is not a luxury. It is a necessity, and it is your right to claim for it.” —Mahika Irina

Giving birth is not a solitary experience— it is a sacred rite of passage that women have traditionally shared with a community of support. Far from a luxury, this communal approach to childbirth is a necessity for women to reclaim the pleasure, power, and joy inherent in the birthing process.

Mahika's journey is a testament to the transformative potential of an empowered birth experience. After welcoming her daughter with the guidance of a doula, Mahika felt inspired to become a passionate birth worker herself, dedicated to empowering other women on their path to motherhood.

In this episode, Mahika shares her journey from a birth mom to a birth doula, how she created an orgasmic birth for herself, the role of tapping into the innate wisdom of the female body, the power of finding a supportive community, tips on preparing for a pleasurable orgasmic birth, plus much more.

Connect with Debra!

Website: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth

X: https://twitter.com/OrgasmicBirth

YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/OrgasmicBirth1

Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@orgasmicbirth

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471

Episode Highlights:

03:15 Discovering Orgasmic Birth

10:56 Orgasmic Birth is a REAL Experience

13:26 Channeling the Orgasmic Sounds and the Power of Intention

20:17 The Most Powerful Moment

22:47 From Birth to Birth Doula

27:48 Preparing for an Orgasmic Birth: Tips and Strategies

31:45 How Mahika Can Help You