In our newest episode- Hello, Love, we invite you into the raw moment of when we meet our babies for the first time. In this episode, we reflect on this powerful, transformative moment, and the wave of emotions that floods in—love, fear, joy, and everything in between. We explore the deeper, often unspoken feelings that arise postpartum, sharing the importance of telling these stories to feel seen, heard, and supported.

We open up about the unexpected moments after labor—when your motherly instinct kicks in and you suddenly have to trust your intuition in ways you never expected. We offer advice for expectant parents on skin-to-skin bonding, breastfeeding, and navigating those first tender moments with your newborn.

We also discuss how labor and delivery shape you as a parent, and how that experience stays with you long after the hospital doors close. This episode is a safe space to share, learn, and reflect, and we invite listeners to join the conversation by sharing their own birth stories—because no one should ever feel alone in this journey.

Together, we honor the beauty, complexity, and strength of the experience of becoming a parent, and we remind each other that every story is worth sharing.

We are back with part two of our labor & delivery series!

In this episode, we dive into the details of our birth experiences—honestly reflecting on the labor process, the choices we made, and the support systems that helped us along the way. From where we chose to give birth to the reasons behind those decisions, we share our personal journeys with the hope of empowering other expectant parents.

At the heart of this episode is the message of empowerment—encouraging women to trust in their bodies, embrace the process, and believe in their ability to bring new life into the world. Whether you’re preparing for your own birth or simply want to hear diverse stories and perspectives, this conversation is a candid, uplifting look at the power of birth.

Join us as we reflect on the beauty and strength of childbirth, the choices we made, and the supportive networks that helped us feel confident and capable every step of the way.

Welcome to our Labor & Delivery Stories, a two-part series where we open up about one of life’s most transformative experiences. In Part 1, we dive into the deeply personal experience of labor and delivery, while also acknowledging the shared emotions and challenges that connect so many parents. Each birth experience is unique, but in telling our stories, we hope to offer comfort and a sense of connection to anyone preparing for or reflecting on their own birth journey.

From packing the hospital bag and attending birthing classes to handling pre-labor nerves, we reflect on how we prepared mentally and physically for the big day. We’ll talk about the importance of creating a birthing plan, knowing that flexibility is key when it comes to navigating the unpredictable nature of birth.

Join us for an honest and intimate conversation about what it means to prepare for labor, embrace the unknown, and share in the collective experience of bringing new life into the world.

The Mama Natural Week-by-Week Guide to Pregnancy and Childbirth

By Genevieve Howland

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