Birth Story Podcast

Hi! I'm Heidi, experienced Birth Doula and host of the Birth Story podcast brought to you by Birth Story Media™. I support moms through their fertility and pregnancy journeys and help have trauma free birth stories and labor stories. When moms embrace their pregnant bellies and their pregnancy and await the arrival of their baby or babies they are going to feel many emotions and have many visions about what will happen during child birth. "Is this normal?" "What does a contraction feel like?" "What does the day of labor look like?" "What is a Doula?" I want every mom's birth story to be peaceful, happy and a memory that they will love to share. Birth Story podcast is my way to provide childbirth education through story telling in the comfort of your home and to prepare a mom for motherhood with any birth story that unfolds for their pregnancy, labor and delivery. If a pregnant mom uses an OBGYN, a midwife, a doula, a birth doula, or has a home birth, water birth, natural birth, C-section, cesarean birth, hospital birth, medicated birth, epidural birth, pitocin birth, an induction or induced labor, are having multiple babies or a single baby, a birth plan or no birth plan; I started this podcast to help moms learn and prepare for their labor and delivery and birth though birth story telling. BIRTH STORY PODCAST INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/birth.story.academy BIRTH STORY PODCAST FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/birthstorypodcast LOOKING FOR A DOULA IN CHARLOTTE, NC? HIRE MyDoulaHeidi: https://www.birthstoryboutique.com BIRTH STORY PODCAST SHOWNOTES: https://www.birthstory.com

224 || Holly Swenson – Author of Stop, Drop, Grow & Glow 05/07/2026

224 || Holly Swenson – Author of Stop, Drop, Grow & Glow Today Heidi interviewed Holly Swenson, author of Stop, Drop, Grow & Glow. Here is a little more about Holly Swenson and this episode. In Holly Swenson's words: "During our podcast we will dive into my Stop, Drop, Grow, & Glow framework, the 5 Rights of Parenting, reaction vs. response, reflection as a superpower, and the importance of self-care. I am the mother of four boys. We started with twins and went on to have four children in four years! All pregnancies were healthy. I absolutely loved being pregnant. I am a wellness advocate and truly working and connecting with others to help parents everywhere to step into their thrive in life, instead of just merely surviving the extended season of parenthood." 3 Key takeaways from the podcast that listeners will learn today: 5 Rights of Parenting Stop, Drop, Grow, & Glow Framework Self-care is the secret sauce in parenting 3 Keywords that people would want to search when looking for content that you would provide in this episode: Parenting Wellness Intention Favorite baby product or new motherhood product? What would you buy for someone who was currently pregnant or a new parent?: baby bouncer / swing I am an award-winning and best-selling author on the rise and on a mission to bring more wellness, joy, and intentionality to parenting and beyond. In addition to being an author, I am also a BSN, RN, wellness blogger, the mother of four incredible sons, and a perpetual student of life based in Montana. Writing my first book Stop, Drop, Grow, & Glow, which launched last fall, was a deep calling and a way I could be of service to parents everywhere. Website: Instagram: @hollyswenson_liveyourglow ___________________________________________________________________ We have seats available in Birth Story Academy. Join today for $50 off with code LOVE at Resources: I’m Heidi, a Certified Birth Doula, and I’ve supported the deliveries of over one thousand parents in my career. On the Birth Story Podcast, I’ll take you on a journey through your pregnancy by providing you education through storytelling. I provide high-level childbirth education broken down to make it super digestible for you because I know you are a busy person on the go. Plus, because I am so passionate about birth outcomes, you will hear from many of the top experts in labor and delivery. Connect with Me! (You will find my Birth Bounds in my stories each week) /episode/index/show/birthstory/id/41199580

223 || Fertility Coach Nichelle Sublett Part 2 of 2 04/30/2026

223 || Fertility Coach Nichelle Sublett Part 2 of 2 Today Heidi interviewed Nichelle Sublett, Fertility Coach and founder of Start Asking Fertility, a coaching program for individuals and couples walking through a fertility journey. Here is a little more about Nichelle Sublett and this episode. In Nichelle Sublett's words: "I’d like to discuss why I became a fertility coach, the services I offer, and why working with me will help people feel empowered, supported, and confident while navigating their fertility journey—whether that means trying to conceive naturally, undergoing treatments like IVF, or exploring alternative paths to parenthood.. I want the listeners to truly understand the benefit and value of working with a fertility coach when trying to conceive, and that it’s quite different from traditional CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). I am happy to give updates on my current life and how going through infertility has shaped me as a mother to my two kids. As a fertility coach, I help singles and couples thrive, rather than just survive their unique fertility journeys. I work with clients for a minimum of 8 weeks, and give them emotional support, help them identify lifestyle changes, educate them on holistic options, assist with treatment decisions, help them identify triggers, give them tangible coping strategies, help them build resilience, and prepare them for doctor’s appointments. I provide 1:1, confidential coaching sessions to provide extra support, while helping them find connection and make informed decisions. My mantra is to empathize, educate, and empower." 3 Key takeaways from the podcast that listeners will learn today: You don’t have to navigate infertility alone. Infertility is a rollercoaster ride of emotions, but support is available. A fertility coach provides emotional, mental, and strategic guidance to help you feel empowered and in control. Listeners will learn why fertility coaching is different from traditional Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Fertility journeys are unique, and the support should be unique too. 3 Keywords that people would want to search when looking for content that you would provide in this episode: IVF journey Fertility coaching Infertility support Favorite baby product or new motherhood product? What would you buy for someone who was currently pregnant or a new parent?: Swaddle Me Velcro swaddles and the Haakaa Silicone Pump Nichelle Sublett, a fertility coach, mom of two IVF miracles, wife, infertility warrior, miscarriage survivor, fertility advocate, Mrs. NC 2018, TEDx Speaker, and the Founder of Start Asking Fertility. I live in Charlotte, NC and I have a master’s in medical science and 15 years experience as a medical liaison. I previously worked for two big pharmaceutical companies and a national healthcare system. Website: Instagram: @startaskingfertility and @nichellewsublett TikTok: @nichellewynnsublett YouTube Channel: @startaskingfertility, ___________________________________________________________________ We have seats available in Birth Story Academy. Join today for $50 off with code LOVE at Resources: I’m Heidi, a Certified Birth Doula, and I’ve supported the deliveries of over one thousand parents in my career. On the Birth Story Podcast, I’ll take you on a journey through your pregnancy by providing you education through storytelling. I provide high-level childbirth education broken down to make it super digestible for you because I know you are a busy person on the go. Plus, because I am so passionate about birth outcomes, you will hear from many of the top experts in labor and delivery. Connect with Me! (you will find my Birth Bounds in stories each week!) /episode/index/show/birthstory/id/41066855