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

21|| Birth Story Week 9 11/17/2025

20 || Postcards from the Womb Pregnancy Week 9 11/17/2025

19 || Birth Story 8 11/13/2025

18 || Postcards from the Womb Pregnancy Week 8 11/13/2025

17 || Birth Story 7 11/10/2025

16 || Postcards from the womb Pregnancy Week 7 11/10/2025

221 || Three Homebirth Birth Stories with Lu Boghosian 11/05/2025

15 || Birth Story 6 11/05/2025

14 || Postcards From the Womb Pregnancy Week 6 11/05/2025

13|| Birth Story 5 10/02/2025

12 || Postcards from the Womb Pregnancy week 5 10/13/2025

11 || Birth Story 4 10/09/2025

10 || Postcards from the womb Pregnancy Week 4 10/09/2025

9 || Birth Story 3 10/02/2025

8 || Postcards from the Womb Pregnancy Week 3 10/06/2025

7|| Birth Story 2 10/01/2025

6 || Postcards From the Womb Week 2 of Pregnancy 10/01/2025

5 || Dear Paiden: The Birth Story of Paiden Lucia 09/11/2025

4|| Postcards From the Womb Week 1 of Pregnancy 09/11/2025

3 || How to get the most out of Season 2 09/11/2025

2 || A word from Heidi 09/11/2025

1 || Amy's Car Birth Intro 09/11/2025

220 || Mamaste Fit's Gina Conley on her last 2 homebirths and her new book Training for Two 08/20/2025

219 || Mamaste Fit's Gina Conley on her first two births and better birthing (2020) 08/20/2025

218 || Homebirth with Bec Conant of the OM Birth Approach 08/06/2025

218 || Homebirth with Bec Conant of the OM Birth Approach Bec thought she knew everything she needed to to have a smooth Home birth for her son- after all she’d been teaching prenatal yoga and birth classes for over 20 years at the time. But when her birth ended up in a hospital transfer and unplanned cesarean she started looking more deeply into what had happened, and where she might have missed something. In doing so she discovered a missing piece in how certain movements, actions, and practices are key to creating balance throughout the body, and how practicing this way not only better prepares the body for labor, but also balances the mind to ride the twists and turns of the birth process. Her approach is captured in her new book , and in her online pre and postnatal yoga programs available at The first 100 listeners interested in the Om Births Full Mama Membership or a day pass to either the pre or postnatal recorded libraries, enter BIRTHSTORY10 for a 10% discount 3 Key takeaways from the podcast that listeners will learn today: Point 1: Being flexible isn't the only thing for preparing for birth we need overall balance Point 2: Balance for birth means having strength as well as stretching Point 3: Even if we can’t plan out every moment of birth, we are able to learn to ride the waves and still have a positive experience 3 Keywords that people would want to search when looking for content that you would provide in this episode: Point 1: Pelvic floor Point 2: Birth muscles Point 3: Balance Favorite baby product or new motherhood product? What would you buy for someone who was currently pregnant or a new parent?: A gift card for doula services- Birth or Postpartum Summary of guest experience – Who are you? What are your credentials? Where do you live? Bec Conant is a respected figure in Boston and New England for her expertise in prenatal care and yoga instruction spanning over two decades. Through her Om Births program, she empowers expecting individuals, guiding them through childbirth and easing their transition into parenthood. Bec is also the author of The Om Births Approach, which explores using yoga to prepare the body, mind, and spirit for birth. She is mother to her 7 yr old son who serves as her neverending teacher in meditation and life. Website: www.ombirths.com Instagram: @ombirths Facebook Group:/OmBirths YouTube Channel: Theyogadoula XOXO -Heids ___________________________________________________________________ We have seats available in Birth Story Academy. Join today for $20 off with code BIRTHSTORYFRIEND 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! XOXO Heidi /episode/index/show/birthstory/id/37703780

217 || FLOORED with The Vagina Whisperer 06/09/2025

216 || Unmedicated Induction with Julia Winn with a side of BV, Listeria, and Appendicitis 05/24/2025

216 || Unmedicated Induction with Julia Winn with a side of BV, Listeria, and Appendicitis In this podcast episode, Julia Winn shares her unmedicated Pitocin birth story, detailing her journey from induction to delivery. Her induction plan for a cervical ripening process without an epidural, her unexpected exposure to listeria, and the decisions she faced as labor progressed. From the intense contractions brought on by Pitocin to the incredible support of her doula (Catherine 😀) who is part of Heidi's local doula company Birth Story Boutique and her amazing partner. Despite how difficult it was, the experience was empowering, and she reflects on the deep love and awe that come with bringing a new life into the world. 3 Keywords that people would want to search when looking for content that you would provide in this episode: Induction Unmedicated Pitocin birth Doula Julia's favorite baby product or new motherhood product? What would you buy for someone who was currently pregnant or a new parent?: Breastfriend, Moby Wraps, Halo Swaddles, Bumbo chair, playpen. Who is Julia? In her words....My name is Julia, I am from a small town in New Hampshire, moved to Houston, TX when I was 22 and moved to Charlotte when I was 27. I used to be in the medical field for 6-8 years as a CNA. I am now a videographer and content creator. Where to follow Julia: Instagram: Pinterest: TikTok: YouTube Channel: XOXO -Heids ___________________________________________________________________ We have seats available in Birth Story Academy. Join today for $20 off with code BIRTHSTORYFRIEND 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! /episode/index/show/birthstory/id/36699065

215 || How to become a non-toxic pregnancy product mega researcher with Sasha Mama Wellness 04/30/2025

215 || How to become a non-toxic pregnancy product mega researcher with Sasha Mama Wellness Sasha Niz Konrad is the founder and CEO of Sashamama Wellness, a brand dedicated to non-toxic, holistic wellness solutions for pregnant and postpartum women. With a background as a prenatal and postpartum yoga instructor and a deep passion and interest in holistic maternal and hormone health. Sasha has combined her expertise and personal journey to create thoughtfully curated, safe, and effective products safe for anyone but especially mamas! Based in Charlotte, NC, Sasha is an advocate for self-care and empowerment for moms during every stage of their motherhood journey. We'll explore the inception of Sashamama Wellness, a brand dedicated to providing non-toxic, pampering wellness products for prenatal and postpartum mothers. I was inspired by the Andean fertility goddess Pachamama, symbolizing Mother Earth, and my personal journey through hormonal imbalances and pelvic floor issues + teaching prenatal/postpartum yoga classes. I had a light bulb moment, which led to my conscious effort to curate products that prioritize women's health. A focus on reducing the top 3 common complaints for new/expecting moms and overall self-care habits/rituals during motherhood. Clinical Importance of Non-Toxic Products and Detoxifying Safely: Pregnant women are particularly vulnerable to environmental toxins, which can adversely affect both maternal and fetal health. Studies indicate that exposure to certain chemicals during pregnancy can lead to complications such as preterm birth and developmental issues. Utilizing non-toxic skincare products minimizes these risks, promoting a healthier pregnancy, higher chance of getting pregnant, breastfeeding safety/brain development . Talk about my personal experience with hormonal imbalances, walk through journey and story of hormone issues, pelvic floor muscle spasm, and years of listening to new symptoms that pregnant and postpartum women faced weekly as I saw them week after week. Talk about detoxifying from phthalates and endocrine disruptors, define what that means and the sperm count rates declining. Talk about EWG, dry brush, exercise, gua sha, as a form of toxin release. Please link your contact information for me to share in the episode. Website: sashamamawellness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sashamama_wellness Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SashamamaWellness?ref=shop_sugg_market TikTok: Tiktok.com/ Sashamama_wellness Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095452157752 XOXO -Heids ___________________________________________________________________ We have seats available in Birth Story Academy. Join today for $20 off with code BIRTHSTORYFRIEND 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! /episode/index/show/birthstory/id/36374135

214 || Birth Order and the role it plays in our lives and parenting with Dr. Robert Hurst 04/03/2025

214 || Birth Order and the role it plays in our lives and parenting with Dr. Robert Hurst How does Birth Order impact you and your parenting? Dr. Robert V.V. Hurst was born in Hammond Indiana and has been practicing orthodontics in Covington Louisiana for over 35 years. During this time he has used his office and patients as his living laboratory to study his patient’s personality traits and birth orders. Out of this has come a unique and workable theory that accurately finds a person's real birth order and explains their behaviors. Educated at Indiana University and Harvard, he has taught at both Tufts University and Louisiana State University. He has published numerous articles on birth order and patient behavior. He has also lectured on this same subject applying it to not only patient management but also to office dynamics and employee relationships. In Life's Fingerprint, Dr. Robert V. V. Hurst offers an illustrative and funny look at how birth order is directly related to behavior, how people work, how people live, and how people love. A revealing questionnaire helps you navigate the variety of information Dr. Hurst offers to help you pinpoint your real birth order. Unique to this book is the discussion of double birth order and families within families. This concept is the Rosetta stone of understanding birth order theory, and it is why just your ordinal birth order, or number order of birth, is sometimes not your real birth order. Life's Fingerprint: How Birth Order Affects Your Path Throughout Life will help you understand yourself and show you how to better interact with your family, friends, and coworkers. Learn more at and buy the book at 3 Key takeaways from the podcast that listeners will learn today: Point 1 Birth order influences all parts of your life Point 2 All children are different don’t treat them all the same Point 3 Finding your real birth order is the key ie. Double Birth Orders XOXO -Heids ___________________________________________________________________ We have seats available in Birth Story Academy. Join today for $20 off with code BIRTHSTORYFRIEND 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! /episode/index/show/birthstory/id/35994055

213 || Doula Diaries: A week of Home Birth, Birth Center, and Hospital Births with MyDoulaHeidi 03/27/2025

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