Orgasmic Birth

Orgasmic Birth Podcast: Pleasure in pregnancy, birth and parenting. I believe pleasure is our birthright - from our sexuality, birth, parenting and beyond, we can find pleasure when we create space for joy and intimacy in our lives. Join me to have deep conversations about breaking the taboos of Sexuality + Motherhood/Parenthood. Listen to leading experts in sexuality, healing and childbirth as well as stories from new parents, doulas, doctors, midwives and nurses. We will discuss how to positively prepare for childbirth and parenting by expanding love and intimacy in your life.

The Pleasure Shift: Motherhood, Intimacy, & Innovation with Theresa Lasbrey Peters, Bettina Zagoni, and Alejandra Lozano 11/19/2025

The Pleasure Shift: Motherhood, Intimacy, & Innovation with Theresa Lasbrey Peters, Bettina Zagoni, and Alejandra Lozano "I wish they would be less afraid... Instead of having health care, we have health scare. The things that make the baby usually help the baby come out. And if you didn't make the baby that way, the things with someone you love during the process of having the baby can really bring you from a place of fright to a place of delight.." —Theresa Lasbrey Peters "Pleasurable birth is when we accept the pain, accept the hardship of birth, but we shift our focus to pleasure and joy and to the sacredness that we can experience." —Bettina Zagoni "These need to become like natural language— orgasmic birth and sexuality and stuff like that— starting with us as healthcare providers, and then to the mothers and to the grandmothers and to all the people around. We need to start doing that.” —Alejandra Lozano Ep 166 Description: Parents and providers are starting to question why pleasure is missing from childbirth education and care. Many people want a birth that feels safe, connected, and aligned with how the body actually works. This episode offers a clear look at how pleasure, intimacy, and trust can shift fear-based systems and restore human-centered care. Theresa Lasbrey Peters, Bettina Zagoni, and Alejandra Lozano share how discovering the science and practice of pleasure changed their work and the families they serve. Their accounts show how small changes in language, touch, and expectation lead to calmer births and deeper bonding. Tap play to hear practical ideas that can change how you prepare for birth and support others during labor. Topics inside: • What a pleasurable birth looks like in real practice • Why pleasure is a valid tool for coping with pain • The benefits of slow midwifery and intentional environment • Provider fears that limit physiological birth and how to address them • Training pathways and community support for practitioners • Concrete techniques partners and caregivers can use today Connect with Debra! Website: Instagram: X: YouTube Tik Tok LinkedIn: Episode Highlights: 03:02 Meet Theresa, Bettina, and Alejandra 08:50 What is Pleasurable Birth? 12:13 How Pleasure Changes Outcomes 18:46 Misconceptions About Orgasmic Birth 25:11 What Providers Need to Know: Fear vs Trust 32:39 How the Practitioner Program Transforms Practice 39:10 Join the Orgasmic Birth Practitioner Program 45:18 Valuing Information and Community Support Around Pleasure 49:01 Vision: Pleasurable Maternity Care Resources: 💗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 💗A pleasurable, safe birth begins with quality, positive childbirth education. Join Debra’s online childbirth class, Pleasurable Birth Essentials: 💗 Fin Pleasure VIBE, a wearable finger vibrator that can be used in pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum for pleasure, oxytocin enhancement, pain reduction, and healing: 💗Check out Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret, the film creating buzz around the world! 💗Podcast: /episode/index/show/ogbpod/id/39072570

Reframing Risk, Reclaiming Joy with Sara Wickham 11/12/2025

Reframing Risk, Reclaiming Joy with Sara Wickham Risk vs Pleasure Series Ep 165 Description: “If you are focused on the risk, or you're worried or you're anxious about what's going to go wrong, that is taking up too much of your brain. We need to deal with it and put it into perspective so that we can clear the path to joy and pleasure.” —Dr. Sara Wickham Pregnancy is supposed to be a time of wonder, but too often the first word that comes up is “risk”. Suddenly, every choice feels like a warning sign, and joy gets pushed into the background. No one talks about how heavy that constant fear can feel—or how much it steals from the confidence and pleasure that should be part of the journey. After decades as a midwife, researcher, and lecturer, Dr. Sara Wickham saw how the medical model’s focus on risk overshadowed women’s voices and experiences. Now, through her books and the Birth Information Project, she’s breaking down the numbers and challenging the myths, showing women that evidence doesn’t have to be scary—it can be liberating. In this conversation, Debra and Sara unpack how risk talk shapes pregnancy, why many “warnings” don’t match the actual evidence, and how women can reclaim joy, confidence, and even pleasure in birth—including insights from her new book Plus Size Pregnancy. Expect tools, clarity, and a refreshing reminder that pregnancy isn’t just about minimizing danger—it’s about living the experience fully. Connect with Sara:Dr. Sara Wickham, PhD, MA, PGCert, BA(Hons) is a bestselling author, speaker, and researcher who works independently. Sara is the Director of the Birth Information Project. Sara’s career has been varied and includes three decades of experience as a midwife, lecturer, and researcher. has edited three midwifery journals, and lectured in more than thirty countries. Sara provides consultancy services for midwifery and health-related organisations around the world. She is based in south-west England. Website: Instagram: Facebook: Connect with Debra!Website: Instagram: X: YouTube Tik Tok LinkedIn: Episode Highlights: 03:13 The Cultural Obsession with Risk 06:31 The Impact of Risk on Women’s Experiences 09:14 Understanding Evidence Around Risk 16:38 Induction of Labor and Its Implications 27:18 Plus Size Pregnancy and Evidence Discrepancies 36:15 The Importance of Reframing Risk Resources: 💗 Fin Pleasure VIBE, a wearable finger vibrator that can be used in pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum for pleasure, oxytocin enhancement, pain reduction, and healing: 💗 Sponsorship Partner with us to share your offerings with our audience that cherishes authenticity, connection, and family well-being. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, visit www.orgasmicbirth.com or email me at: 💗 Gift If you enjoyed this episode and would like to learn more about pleasure in birth, parenting, and birth work, visit for my free gifts /episode/index/show/ogbpod/id/38905180

From Trauma to Spiritual Rebirth: The Transformative Power of Pleasure with Zina Grace 11/05/2025

From Trauma to Spiritual Rebirth: The Transformative Power of Pleasure with Zina Grace Ep 164 Description: “The birthing process and the birthing journey is inherently a spiritual experience, and once we have divorced that spiritual aspect from child birthing, that’s when we run into a lot of issues.” —Zina Grace Sometimes, the weight of old wounds and silence around sexuality can make it seem impossible to reclaim our sense of power and connection. There’s a different way forward—one that honors our story and opens the door to healing. Zina Grace’s path weaves through deep personal loss, religious trauma, and a relentless search for meaning, leading her to help others transform pain into spiritual and erotic renewal, especially for Black women navigating birth and healing. Zina brings a bold, compassionate perspective on reclaiming pleasure and intuition as essential tools for empowerment. Join in as Debra and Zina get real on breaking cycles of trauma, finding spiritual rebirth, and bringing pleasure back into birth and life—plus Zina’s practical tips, stories, and the truth about black maternal health, intuition, and creating safe, loving spaces. Connect with Debra! Website: Instagram: X: YouTube Tik Tok LinkedIn: Episode Highlights: 02:58 Birthing Forward 06:08 The Connection Between Sexuality and Spirituality in Birth 09:17 Tips for Healing 12:46 The Importance of Reclaiming Sacred Power in Birth 20:09 Orgasmic Birth in the Black Birthing World 28:05 Healing Trauma Through Pleasure Resources: 💗Ready to transform how birth is supported and experienced? Join Debra Pascali-Bonaro’s free masterclass on pleasure-centered, empowering birth, and discover practical tools, scientific insights, and evidence-based techniques that make a difference for birthworkers everywhere—enroll today to lead the change and elevate your practice. Join for free: 💗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 /episode/index/show/ogbpod/id/38905150

Yoni Owner’s Manual with Midwife Ibu Robin Lim 10/29/2025

Yoni Owner’s Manual with Midwife Ibu Robin Lim Ep 149 Description: “Women have the power to transform this world. If we really want to save our world and bring peace and prosperity, and harmony, we need to go the mother's way away from this male-dominated mode, which is not working. Let's save the world one orgasm at a time.” —Ibu Robin Lim Have you ever wondered about the untold stories hidden within the most intimate part of a woman's body? What secrets lie beneath the surface of our most misunderstood and often silenced anatomical landscape? The Yoni is more than just a physical space—it's a powerful narrative of strength, pleasure, and ancestral wisdom. Ibu Robin Lim is a CNN Hero and internationally renowned midwife who has delivered over 16,000 babies across disaster zones in Indonesia and The Philippines. With decades of experience and a passion for women's reproductive health, she brings revolutionary insights into female sexuality, childbirth, and holistic wellness. Tune in as Debra and Ibu Robin shatter taboos, celebrate female anatomy, and explore how understanding our Yonis can unlock personal healing, challenge societal norms, and ultimately reshape our collective approach to women's health, pleasure, and potential. Connect with Debra! Website: Instagram: X: YouTube Tik Tok Linkedin: Episode Highlights: 02:26 A Unique Model of Care 07:05 Challenges and Successes at Maternal Health Care 13:55 The Yoni Owner’s Manual 20:51 The Yoni’s Historical and Cultural Significance 27:33 The Role of the Clitoris in Childbirth 33:25 Advice for Pregnant Women 34:48 Connect with Ibu 39:06 Women Supporting Women Resources: 💗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 like-minded Birthkeepers from around the world: Connect with Ibu: Robin Lim is a Filipina-American grandmother, midwife, and founder of Bumi Sehat Foundation, which maintains six clinics in Indonesia and The Philippines. She is an accomplished author, teacher, keynote speaker, 2011 CNN “,” and Ashoka Fellow (a prestigious award for the world’s leading social change entrepreneurs). She is most commonly known in Bali, where Bumi Sehat’s headquarters and flagship clinic are located, as simply Ibu (“Mother”) Robin. She resides there with her husband, Wil Hemmerle, her 92-year-old mother, Crescenia, and many of her eight children and seven grandchildren. With a vision to revolutionize birth, peacefully, Ibu Robin founded the Bumi Sehat (“Healthy Mother Earth”) Foundation in 1993 to provide birthing services and heal the country’s devastatingly high maternal and infant mortality rate. Following the tradition of her own Filipina grandmother, who was a traditional healer and birthkeeper, Ibu Robin became a Certified Professional Midwife and led Bumi Sehat’s community health and childbirth clinic. Get your copy of Yoni Owner's Manual: Website: or . Instagram: Facebook: X: /episode/index/show/ogbpod/id/36529310

Second Time VBAC Mama— Self Pleasure Secrets with Tara Muckerheide 10/22/2025

Second Time VBAC Mama— Self Pleasure Secrets with Tara Muckerheide Orgasmic Birth Story Series Ep 162 Description: "Try and change your mindset, because we're taught that birth is painful and hard and scary and can't be fun." —Tara Muckerheide Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) is more than a medical choice—it's a profound journey of bodily autonomy and healing. Every woman's birth story carries the potential to rewrite medical narratives that have historically limited her agency. Tara Muckerheide transformed her birth experiences from medical trauma to empowered motherhood, challenging medical assumptions after two cesarean sections. Through midwifery care and a deep commitment to understanding her body, she successfully achieved two transformative vaginal births, proving that women's birthing experiences can be reclaimed and redefined. Tune in as Debra and Tara dive deep into a raw, inspiring conversation exploring pleasure-centered birthing, midwifery support, overcoming medical trauma, the power of mindset, partner involvement, and strategies for creating a joyful, empowering birth experience. Connect with Debra! Website: Instagram: X: YouTube Tik Tok Linkedin: Episode Highlights: 02:43 Meet Tara: Embracing Labor with Joy and Confidence 09:24 Preparing for Baby Number 4 15:13 The Role of Pleasure in Labor 24:02 Advice for Future Parents Resources: 💗 Enjoying the episode? Debra has a free gift for you! Visit: 💗If you or someone you love is preparing for pregnancy or birth, join Debra’s Pleasurable Birth Essentials to prepare for a positive, safe, and healthy birth experience: 💗Ina May Gaskin’s Guide to Childbirth: 💗Orgasmic Birth: Your Guide to a Safe, Satisfying Birth Experience: 💗Fin Pleasure VIBE, a wearable finger vibrator that can be used in pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum for pleasure, oxytocin enhancement, pain reduction, and healing: /episode/index/show/ogbpod/id/38737030

Intuitive Between Worlds: Love and Orgasmic Birth with Magaly Buitrago 10/15/2025

Intuitive Between Worlds: Love and Orgasmic Birth with Magaly Buitrago Ep 161 Description: "If we were born in a loving way into the world, that will change the future generations." —Magaly Buitrago The moment of birth exists in a liminal space between worlds, where science and mystery intertwine. No technology can fully capture the mystery of bringing human life into existence. And in this critical moment, women become portals of creation, simultaneously vulnerable and invincible. Magaly Buitrago, aka “La-Maga”, is a Colombian-born doula and spiritual guide. Magaly’s profound near-death experience during childbirth completely transformed her understanding of life, death, and human potential. Her extraordinary journey from a near-fatal birth to becoming an international birth empowerment specialist reveals the incredible resilience of the feminine spirit. Tune in as Debra and Magaly dive deep into Magaly’s orgasmic birth and spiritual awakening, overcoming birth fears, the connection between sexuality and spirituality, and how positive birth narratives can potentially heal generational trauma. Connect with Debra! Website: Instagram: X: YouTube Tik Tok Linkedin: Episode Highlights: 02:37 Magaly’s Journey to Birth Work 12:18 First Birth Experience 25:09 Near-Death Experience: Spiritual and Personal Transformation 28:06 Second and Third Birth 34:18 Helping Women Overcome Birth Fears Resources: 💗 Enjoying the episode? Debra has a free gift for you! Visit: 💗 Fin Pleasure VIBE, a wearable finger vibrator that can be used in pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum for pleasure, oxytocin enhancement, pain reduction, and healing: 💗Partner with us to share your offerings with our audience that cherishes authenticity, connection, and family well-being. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, visit www.orgasmicbirth.com or email me at: /episode/index/show/ogbpod/id/38509775

Vibrators in Birth: How Pleasure Can Heal Your Childbirth Journey with Naoli Vinaver 10/08/2025

Vibrators in Birth: How Pleasure Can Heal Your Childbirth Journey with Naoli Vinaver Ep 160 Description: "Sexuality is ours. It isn't something we bring from the outside. It isn't dependent on having a partner. We can connect to that channel of sexuality, which is pure life force at any moment." —Naoli Vinaver Pain is not the inevitable companion of childbirth—pleasure is. Women have been systematically disconnected from the profound energetic and sexual potential of their birthing experiences. But what if we challenge everything we've been told about how babies enter the world? Naoli Vinaver is a veteran midwife with nearly 40 years of experience revolutionizing birth practices. Her groundbreaking work explores the intersection of sexuality, healing, and childbirth, challenging cultural taboos and empowering women to reclaim their most intimate experiences. Tune in as Debra and Naoli dive deep into the transformative power of pleasure, revealing how masturbation, tantric techniques, and sexual energy can turn childbirth from a feared ordeal into a transcendent, healing journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Connect with Debra! Website: Instagram: X: YouTube Tik Tok Linkedin: Episode Highlights: 02:12 Naoli’s Journey as a Midwife 06:53 The Role of Pleasure in Birth 11:28 A Case Study: A Lawyer’s Birth 20:03 Finding Healing and Transformation 24:45 Introduction to the FIN Pleasure VIBE 28:36 Pleasure Tools Revolutionizing Birth Resources: 💗 Enjoying the episode? Debra has a free gift for you! Visit: 💗 Fin Pleasure VIBE, a wearable finger vibrator that can be used in pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum for pleasure, oxytocin enhancement, pain reduction, and healing: 💗 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 like-minded Birthkeepers from around the world. /episode/index/show/ogbpod/id/38332790

Breaking the Stigma: Pleasure in Childbirth 10/02/2025

Midwifing Pleasure: Holding Birth in Joy and Presence with Samara Ferrara 09/24/2025

Midwifing Pleasure: Holding Birth in Joy and Presence with Samara Ferrara Ep 158 Description: “If something feels good and you are not harming anyone, keep doing it, because pleasure will give you health, as simple as that.” —Samara Ferrara Imagine for a moment that your body's capacity for pleasure is your greatest strength in birth. That every fear, every past pain, could be transformed into a source of profound power and release. This isn't a fantasy; it's an ancient wisdom rooted not in fear, but in profound joy, release, and presence. Samara Ferrara is a professional home birth midwife in Mexico who brings a blend of science, spirit, and sacred care to her work. Having witnessed birth as a child and later birthing her own three children at home, she embodies a deep trust in the body’s innate wisdom. Her courageous journey of healing from past trauma offers profound insight into how women can reclaim their sovereignty and transform the birthing process through pleasure. Tune in as Debra and Samara dive into the heart of Samara's practice, exploring how her personal story with pleasure and spiritual connection guides her work. She also shares a moving homebirth experience that revealed birth as a rite of passage and opens up about how motherhood, loss, and life’s deepest cycles have shaped her sacred service to others. Connect with Debra! Website: Instagram: X: YouTube Tik Tok LinkedIn: Episode Highlights: 03:23 Introduced to Home Births 08:38 The Role of Doulas and Support Teams 13:31 Addressing Trauma and Finding Healing 15:58 Motherhood, Loos, and Deepening 19:51 Creating Pleasure in Birth and Parenting 25:26 Educating Children on Pleasure and Health 28:42 Explore Joy Resources: 💗 Enjoying the episode? Debra has a free gift for you! Visit: 💗 Fin Pleasure VIBE, a wearable finger vibrator that can be used in pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum for pleasure, oxytocin enhancement, pain reduction, and healing: /episode/index/show/ogbpod/id/38231655

Ecstatic Hospital Birth with Augusta Sofija Lagauske 09/17/2025

Ecstatic Hospital Birth with Augusta Sofija Lagauske Birth Story Inspired by Podcast Ep 157 Description: "In birth, I should also trust myself more than I would trust the doctors or anybody else." —Augusta Sofija Lagauske What if birth could be powerful, calm, and even ecstatic—no matter what you’ve heard? If you’re tired of fear-based stories and want to believe in your body’s strength, this episode is for you. It’s time to rethink what’s possible in the hospital. Augusta Sofija Lagauske, a Lithuanian jeweler, shares how a tough pregnancy and a sea of doubts led her to trust her intuition and prepare for an empowering hospital birth. Her story isn’t just about luck—it’s about mindset, support, and reclaiming your experience. Now, Augusta is on a mission to help others find confidence and pleasure in birth, no matter their circumstances. Hit play to hear Augusta’s honest journey, from bed rest to a fast, empowering water birth, and learn how she used relaxation, the Bradley Method, and self-trust to transform her experience. You’ll get real talk on overcoming fear, building a support team, and practical tips for making birth your own. Connect with Debra! Website: Instagram: X: YouTube Tik Tok LinkedIn: Episode Highlights: 02:22 Meet Augusta: From Active Athlete to Bed Rest 07:00 Overcoming Setbacks and Reclaiming Your Body 09:30 Preparing for a Positive Birth 12:30 A New Perspective: Orgasmic Birth 16:07 Mind Preparation: Meditation, Nature, and Trust 18:00 Labor to Hospital Birth: Trusting the Process 26:00 The Birth: Fast, Intense, Empowering 29:22 Advice: Facing Fear and Finding Support Resources: 💗 Sponsorship Partner with us to share your offerings with our audience that cherishes authenticity, connection, and family well-being. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, visit www.orgasmicbirth.com or email me at: 💗A pleasurable, safe birth begins with quality, positive childbirth education. Join Debra’s online childbirth class, Pleasurable Birth Essentials: /episode/index/show/ogbpod/id/38153445

Choosing Pleasure is a Rebellious Act in the Birth Space with Anna Lundqvist 09/10/2025

Sacred Energetics of Pregnancy, Birth & Postpartum with Lailana Victoria 09/03/2025

5 Gentle Steps to a Pleasurable Birth 08/27/2025

Embracing Natural Birth: Prepare with Confidence, Discover Your Strength, and Empower Your Journey with Mina Skandari 08/20/2025

The Power of Pleasure in Birth: Intimacy, Connection, & 3 Transformative Birth Stories with Estefany Angeles 08/13/2025

Healing Birth and Birthing Autonomy with Doulas and Community Care with Simone Toomer 08/06/2025

Healing Birth and Birthing Autonomy with Doulas and Community Care with Simone Toomer Ep 151 Description: "The more you stay curious, the more you grow and evolve, and that's going to bring you to your best self. So always stay curious." —Simone Toomer Ever felt like the system doesn’t believe you know your own body—or your own birth? You prepare, you research, you show up ready to advocate for yourself… only to face doubt, resistance, and voices that try to speak louder than your own. This episode dives deep into how you can reclaim your power, lean on community, and birth on your own terms—even when the world pushes back. Simone Toomer is a birth and postpartum doula, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, childbirth educator, sleep educator, and a fierce advocate for birthing autonomy. Drawing from her own experiences as a young Black mother navigating both hospital and home births, Simone brings raw honesty and lived wisdom to the conversation. Her work is rooted in community care, equity, and the belief that every birthing person has the right to be heard, supported, and fully informed. Tune in to hear a candid, soul-stirring conversation about the sacred power of sister circles, the courage to challenge systemic barriers, and the beauty of birthing with confidence. Hit play now and discover what it means to heal in community, stay curious, and truly reclaim your body and birth. Connect with Debra! Website: Instagram: X: YouTube Tik Tok LinkedIn: Episode Highlights: 03:03 Simone’s First Pregnancy and Birth 06:38 Navigating Resistance and Preparing for Labor 10:02 Postpartum and Becoming a Doula 14:37 Simone’s Second Pregnancy and Birth 23:26 Postpartum Anxiety 26:15 Reclaiming Birth and the Importance of Community Connect with Simone: Simone Toomer is a birth and postpartum doula, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), childbirth educator, sleep educator, and passionate advocate for birthing autonomy and community care. Drawing from her own experiences as a young Black mother navigating both hospital and home births, Simone empowers families with knowledge, confidence, and compassionate support. Her work centers on equity, healing, and the belief that every birthing person deserves to feel seen, heard, and fully supported throughout their journey. : https://www.instagram.com/lknbreastfeeding Website: Instagram: Facebook: /episode/index/show/ogbpod/id/37697865

The Anatomy of Pleasure in Childbirth 05/28/2025

The Anatomy of Pleasure in Childbirth Ep 150 Description: “Pleasure is not a luxury. It is not a distraction. It is a human right. And reclaiming it—in childbirth, in healthcare, in life—is a path toward healing, well-being, and activism.” —Debra Pascali Bonaro Our bodies are intricate landscapes of sensation, where hormones dance, nerves communicate, and physiological responses intertwine in ways we're only beginning to understand. And these same pathways that create sexual pleasure are remarkably active during childbirth, challenging centuries of medical narratives that have reduced this transformative moment to a clinical, painful procedure. This week, Debra discusses her landmark article, , published in Frontiers in Global Women's Health Journal, delving into the science of orgasmic birth, systemic obstetric violence, reproductive justice, hormonal landscapes of pleasure, the anatomy of childbirth, cultural narratives of pain, bodily autonomy, and the transformative potential of reclaiming women's birthing experiences. Don’t miss this groundbreaking episode! 🌟 Special Announcement!!!🌟 Beloved Orgasmic Birth Community, We're taking a sacred pause! From June 4th to August 6th, the Orgasmic Birth Podcast will be stepping back to dive deep into new inspirations and craft exciting podcast enhancements. This isn't goodbye - it's a creative breath. While we're away, you can dive into our rich library of past episodes. Each story is a portal to empowerment, pleasure, and birth transformation. Mark your calendars: August 6th, we return with fresh energy and BIG announcements you won't want to miss! 💕 Connect with Debra! Website: Instagram: X: YouTube Tik Tok LinkedIn: Episode Highlights: 01:50 Challenging Obstetric Violence 05:22 The Science of Sensuality 08:02 Birth as an Empowering Experience 10:11 Challenging Systemic Inequalities with Pleasure Resources: 💗Read Debra’s Article on Orgasmic Birth: The Anatomy of Pleasure in Childbirth on Frontiers in Global Women’s Health: About Debra: Debra Pascali-Bonaro is a world-renowned inspirational speaker, filmmaker, doula trainer, childbirth educator, and author. Debra’s latest book, an Amazon #1 New Release, The Ultimate Guide to Sex After Baby: Secrets to Love and Intimacy brings together her passion for pleasure in every aspect of life with her Jersey-Girl attitude of talking about what no one is talking about! Debra is a mother, grandmother, and featured expert in parenting journals and media around the world. Debra Pascali-Bonaro is also Co-Chair of the International Childbirth Initiative and Chair of the International MotherBaby Childbirth Initiative, both of which promote safe, respectful childbirth and maternity care. She is a Lamaze International childbirth educator, birth and postpartum doula trainer with DONA International, Director of the award-winning documentary Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret, co-writer of “Orgasmic Birth: Your Guide to a Safe, Satisfying and Pleasurable Birth” and the Founder & President of the revolutionary online childbirth class Pain to Power, which prepares expectant mothers, fathers, and partners to be positively prepared for birth and focuses on the intimate and sacred nature of birth. Debra’s passion comes from her over 30 years of working with women, men, midwives, doulas, physicians, and nurses in over 40 countries, bringing comfort, love, and pleasure to birth and life! Debra Pascali Bonaro has been featured on ABC’s 20/20, Good Morning Russia, The NBC Today Show, Discovery Health, in The New York Times, The LA Times, and The UK Times, as well as numerous Parenting and Health Magazines around the world. /episode/index/show/ogbpod/id/36722165

Your Birth, Your Way: How Understanding and Communicating Your Desires Shapes Your Experience with Debra Pascali-Bonaro 05/21/2025

Your Birth, Your Way: How Understanding and Communicating Your Desires Shapes Your Experience with Debra Pascali-Bonaro Ep 149 Description: “Your birth is yours to shape— not in every detail as the baby has some too— but in energy, intention, and experience. You deserve to be heard. You deserve to be honored. You deserve a birth that reflects YOU, your power, your pleasure, and your love.” —Debra Pascali-Bonaro Birth isn't just a medical event—it's a deeply personal journey where you hold more power than you realize. What if your birth experience could be transformed from a clinical procedure to a profound, empowering moment of connection? Imagine stepping into your birth with confidence, clarity, and the ability to shape an experience that honors your deepest desires. Tune in as Debra breaks down the essential roadmap for creating personalized birth preferences, revealing how to communicate effectively with your healthcare team, understand your provider's practices, explore holistic approaches beyond medical interventions, and ultimately reclaim your birth as a sacred, intentional experience that reflects your unique vision of bringing new life into the world. Connect with Debra! Website: Instagram: X: YouTube Tik Tok Linkedin: Episode Highlights: 00:50 Reflecting On Your Birth Desires 05:50 Know Your Provider’s Practice Paradigm 11:43 Beyond Interventions — Creating Holistic Birth Preferences 15:57 Communication is Your Superpower 16:48 Your Birth is Yours to Shape Resources: 💗I’d love to offer you a free tool— a beautiful, customizable birth preferences template to make your desires known, accessible, and shareable. You can find it at . 💗Fin Pleasure VIBE, a wearable finger vibrator that can be used in pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum for pleasure, oxytocin enhancement, pain reduction, and healing: 💗Podcast About Debra: Debra Pascali-Bonaro is a world-renowned inspirational speaker, filmmaker, doula trainer, childbirth educator, and author. Debra’s latest book, an Amazon #1 New Release, The Ultimate Guide to Sex After Baby: Secrets to Love and Intimacy brings together her passion for pleasure in every aspect of life with her Jersey-Girl attitude of talking about what no one is talking about! Debra is a mother, grandmother, and featured expert in parenting journals and media around the world. Debra Pascali-Bonaro is also Co-Chair of the International Childbirth Initiative and Chair of the International MotherBaby Childbirth Initiative, both of which promote safe, respectful childbirth and maternity care. She is a Lamaze International childbirth educator, birth and postpartum doula trainer with DONA International, Director of the award-winning documentary Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret, co-writer of “Orgasmic Birth: Your Guide to a Safe, Satisfying and Pleasurable Birth” and the Founder & President of the revolutionary online childbirth class Pain to Power, which prepares expectant mothers, fathers, and partners to be positively prepared for birth and focuses on the intimate and sacred nature of birth. Debra’s passion comes from her over 30 years of working with women, men, midwives, doulas, physicians, and nurses in over 40 countries, bringing comfort, love, and pleasure to birth and life! Debra Pascali Bonaro has been featured on ABC’s 20/20, Good Morning Russia, The NBC Today Show, Discovery Health, in The New York Times, The LA Times, and The UK Times, as well as numerous Parenting and Health Magazines around the world. /episode/index/show/ogbpod/id/36637410

Pleasure, Power & Birth: Vibrators As A Tool For Pain Relief, Ease, and Oxytocin Enhancement with Molly Moon 05/14/2025

Pleasure, Power & Birth: Vibrators As A Tool For Pain Relief, Ease, and Oxytocin Enhancement with Molly Moon Orgasmic Birth Story Series Ep 149 Description: “The way to start to feel comfortable with it in birth is to become comfortable with the vibrator before your birth.” —Molly Moon For too long, vibrators have been shrouded in shame and stigma, viewed solely as sexual devices. But the truth is, these powerful tools have the potential to transform the birthing experience. Molly Moon is a yoga teacher, doula, and sacred songstress who brings the timeless wisdom of the feminine into her work. Her passion for guiding spiritual awakening has been reignited by the birth of her own child, inspiring her to explore nature-based education Tune in as Debra and Molly share how self-pleasure can be used as a powerful pain management tool, how it helps increase oxytocin—the essential hormone of labor, and how we can normalize vibrators as a shame-free support tool for birth preparation and beyond. Connect with Debra! Website: Instagram: X: YouTube Tik Tok Linkedin: Episode Highlights: 02:43 Meet Molly: Incorporating Pleasure Into Birth 09:39 Molly’s Birth Experience 14:14 Vibrator for Pain Management 21:28 Addressing Shame and Normalizing Vibrators 23:26 Postpartum Benefits of Vibrators 27:39 Tips for Birth Prep Resources: 💗 Pleasure VIBE: the first ever vibrator for birth. Meet the FIN PleasureVibe, a wearable finger vibrator that can be used in pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum for pleasure, oxytocin enhancement, pain reduction, and healing. Check out our new tool for birth and beyond: About Molly: Molly Moon is a yoga teacher, doula, and sacred songstress who brings elements of the forest and the wild, mysterious feminine into her music and life. She has been living the practice of yoga for over 20 years, and her passion for guiding the wild awakening spirit is now being re-inspired by her toddler as she works on studies in Forest and Nature School Leadership. Molly is also an Emotional Intuitive, offering Heart Readings for Spiritual healing and growth. Website: Instagram: Facebook: Listen to Molly: /episode/index/show/ogbpod/id/36529290

Birth Uncensored: Pleasure, Power & Fearless Birth with Guta Galli 05/07/2025

Birth Uncensored: Pleasure, Power & Fearless Birth with Guta Galli Orgasmic Birth Story Series Ep 147 Description: "Work with pleasure. Find ways to feel pleasure. Don't start thinking about it when you are eight months pregnant. Start from day one or even before getting pregnant when you decide you want to have kids, because it's such a long way to to deconstruct this patriarchal myths that have been interjected into our unconscious since we are children." —Guta Galli Sexuality and childbirth are not separate experiences, but a continuous, sacred dance of feminine energy. The same neural pathways that create sexual pleasure can guide us through the most intense moments of bringing life into the world where every contraction carries the potential for a deeply sensual, transformative experience that challenges everything we've been told about childbirth. Guta Galli is an interdisciplinary artist who fearlessly deconstructs societal myths about female sexuality and childbirth through her multimedia work. She creates visual narratives that challenge traditional medical perspectives and celebrate the profound, often unexplored dimensions of women's embodied experiences. Tune in as Debra and Guta explore how women can deconstruct cultural fears, embrace self-stimulation, prepare mentally for birth, and transform labor into a powerful, orgasmic, and deeply connected experience. Connect with Debra! Website: Instagram: X: YouTube Tik Tok Linkedin: Episode Highlights: 02:51 Facing Initial Fears 09:15 Into Labor and Delivery 14:22 Midwife and Doula Support 18:05 The Birth and Sexuality Connection 23:27 Navigating PostPartum and Parenting 25:16 Integrating Pleasure Before Birth Resources: 💗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 💗 Fin Pleasure VIBE Fin PleasureVibe, a wearable finger vibrator that can be used in pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum for pleasure, oxytocin enhancement, pain reduction, and healing. About Guta: Guta Galli is an interdisciplinary artist from São Paulo whose work centers on the female body through performance, video, photography, and cinema—all with a feminist lens. Since 2020, she started investigating the politics of motherhood and documenting births with photography and video. Her goal is to inspire women with positive and pleasant birth stories. Website: Instagram: /episode/index/show/ogbpod/id/36433910

From Silence to Spotlight: Sharing My Orgasmic Births with Lovisa Dahl Part 2 04/30/2025

From Silence to Spotlight: Sharing My Orgasmic Births with Lovisa Dahl Part 2 Orgasmic Birth Story Series Ep 146 Description: “Being in touch with your senses— that is the best preparation in the world. When we lean into pleasure in our everyday life, we teach our bodies that pleasure is safe.” —Lovisa Dahl Did you miss Lovisa’s first story? Every woman's birth story carries the potential to liberate generations from inherited trauma and shame. Yet, the continued silence around women's birthing experiences perpetuates a cycle of fear and disconnection from our most primal source of strength. Lovisa Dahl is a pioneering Orgasmic Birth Practitioner and TEDx speaker who has revolutionized the conversation around childbirth through her Love Birth Method. As a mother of three and an international mentor, she guides women to experience birth as a powerful, pleasurable rite of passage. Tune in as Debra and Lovisa explore breaking taboos around orgasmic birth, overcoming societal shame, practical techniques for pleasure-centered birthing, and how women can reclaim their sexual power through transformative birth experiences. Connect with Debra! Website: Instagram: X: YouTube Tik Tok Linkedin: Episode Highlights: 03:07 Lovisa’s Journey to Orgasmic Birth 11:40 Overcoming Shame 16:08 Practical Tips for Preparing for an Orgasmic Birth 22:01 Empowering Women to Embrace Orgasmic Birth Resources: 💗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. Birth workers gather from around the world to learn together and create an Orgasmic Community. Learn more at 💗Check out Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret, the film creating buzz around the world! 💗Podcast and Speaking Engagements: 🎙️Listen to part 1 of Lovisa’s interview to hear more of her birth story: 🎙️Lovisa’s TEDx Talk: 💗Guide: 📖Free Guide To Your Love Birth: 💗Movement: 📢SPEAK UP – TOGETHER WE ARE THE CHANGE: #lovebirthmovement About Lovisa: Lovisa Dahl is a distinguished Orgasmic Birth ® ️Practitioner, TEDx Speaker, and holistic birth mentor. As a mother of three, she has transformed her personal birthing experiences into a groundbreaking methodology that empowers women to approach childbirth with confidence, pleasure, and profound self-connection. Through her innovative Love Birth Method, Lovisa guides women toward embodied, transformative birth experiences by integrating relaxation techniques and understanding pleasure as a fundamental aspect of the birthing process. Her work focuses on helping women reclaim their innate sexual power, cultivate deep self-awareness, and approach childbirth as a sacred, intimate journey of personal discovery and empowerment. Website: Instagram: /episode/index/show/ogbpod/id/36290555

Connecting To The Soul Of Your Unborn Child To Kick-Start Your Magical Birth Journey 04/23/2025

Connecting To The Soul Of Your Unborn Child To Kick-Start Your Magical Birth Journey Ep 145 Description: “Birth has the potential to take us into places where we can really understand who we are in a very deep level." —Robyn Sheldon Every woman carries within her the potential to experience birth as a deeply empowering, mystical journey of love and consciousness. Therefore, the path to an orgasmic birth lies not in technique but in surrendering to the universal wisdom that flows through our bodies beyond physical boundaries. This week, we are joined by Robyn Sheldon, a compassionate guide and author specializing in soul integration and birth transformation. With over 30 years of experience, she helps parents connect deeply with their unborn children and embrace the sacred journey of birth. Tune in as Debra and Robyn explore the intricate connections between spirituality, sexuality, earth wisdom, soul integration, transcendent birthing experiences, and the profound power of connecting with one's unborn child through intuitive and transformative practices. Connect with Debra! Website: Instagram: X: YouTube Tik Tok Linkedin: Episode Highlights: 03:10 Meet Robyn: Finding Deeper Soul Presence in Birth 08:25 Connecting to the Unborn 11:54 Merging Sexuality and Spirituality in Birth 17:33 Connecting with Mother Earth 20:27 Connect with Robyn Resources: 💗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 About Robyn: After training in Soul Integration in 1994, Robyn Sheldon founded in 2004 in Cape Town to help babies experience trauma-free births and support parents in creating sacred, meaningful births. Over time, her focus shifted from midwifery to the profound connection with unborn baby souls, leading her to train doulas and “soulas” (soul doulas), develop Soul Integration programs, and co-found the Compassionate Birth Project to reduce midwife stress and obstetric abuse. Mama Bamba has since become a nurturing space that empowers parents, fosters open-hearted conversations, and celebrates the transformative and sacred nature of birth, which Robyn continues to find deeply inspiring. Website: & Instagram: and Facebook: YouTube: /episode/index/show/ogbpod/id/35955650

Healing Power of Birth: Releasing Shame and Embracing Self-Pleasure in Childbirth 04/16/2025

Healing Power of Birth: Releasing Shame and Embracing Self-Pleasure in Childbirth Ep 144 Description: “Your experience and birth is more important than someone else's judgments.” —MJ Renshaw We've been taught that pleasure is an indulgence, not a necessity. But what if accessing desire is the secret to profound healing during childbirth? It's time to unlearn the shame and prioritize our needs. As the creator of , MJ Renshaw is a mama on a mission to revolutionize the way we approach pleasure and birth. Her own journey of using self-care practices to facilitate an empowering childbirth has motivated her to support others in releasing shame and embracing desire. Tune in as Debra and MJ dive into releasing shame, the healing power of self-pleasure in childbirth, creating a pleasurable birth environment, the role of the partner, and the impact on postpartum intimacy. Connect with Debra! Website: Instagram: X: YouTube Tik Tok Linkedin: Episode Highlights: 02:01 MJ’s First Birth 04:37 Second Birth and Pleasure as a Healing Tool 07:24 The Role of Self-Pleasure in Birth 18:25 Releasing Shame and Embracing Pleasure 20:03 Postpartum and Intimacy 23:01 Tips for Embracing Pleasure Resources: 💗If you or someone you love is preparing for pregnancy or birth, join Debra’s Pleasurable Birth Essentials to prepare for a positive, safe, and healthy birth experience. The best gift is to be positively prepared for birth. Learn more and use code: halfoff for 50% off! 💗Film About MJ: Megan Jane “MJ” Renshaw is the founder of , and a lover of all things energy, embodiment, and even rock collecting. After experiencing the transformative power of birth, she realized how deeply pleasure is woven into every part of life and how it can help one trust their body, voice, and partners in new ways. MJ is a breath work teacher and certifier, sharing her expertise in using breath work to support birth and postpartum experiences. Through her work, she aims to help others release shame, reconnect with their bodies, and embrace pleasure as a tool for healing and transformation. Website: Instagram: /episode/index/show/ogbpod/id/35954000

Yoga for the Vagina with Tamra Mercieca 04/09/2025

Yoga for the Vagina with Tamra Mercieca Ep 143 Description: “Get yourself love high, as high as you can! Try and focus on getting you all loved up because then you're going to get triggered less when you have a child.” —Tamra Mercieca The pelvic floor is the unsung hero of the female body - a complex network of muscles that play a pivotal role in pregnancy, childbirth, and overall well-being. Yet, for too long, this intimate area has been shrouded in shame and disconnection. Yoga for the vagina offers a powerful antidote, helping women cultivate a deeper awareness and relationship with the pelvis. By releasing tension and fear, this practice unlocks greater ease, pleasure, and power during life's most transformative experiences. Tamra Mercieca is a women's health expert who has dedicated over 20 years to helping women reclaim their power and fall in love with themselves. As the host of the "I Love Me with Tamra Mercieca" podcast and the founder of the "Getting Naked" online school, Tamra shares transformative practices for physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. Debra and Tamra explore how releasing fear, cultivating self-love, and using intentional practices can make birth a more easeful and empowering experience, while also revealing opportunities for personal growth through the parenting journey. Connect with Debra! Website: Instagram: X: YouTube Tik Tok Linkedin: Episode Highlights: 02:43 Tamra on Pregnancy and Birth 07:13 Overcoming Fears and Building Confidence 11:36 Yoga for the Vagina and Pelvic Health 15:23 The Power of Words and Mantras 19:22 Self-Love and Personal Growth During Pregnancy and Birth Resources: 💗A pleasurable, safe birth begins with quality, positive childbirth education. Join Debra’s online childbirth class, Pleasurable Birth Essentials- 💗 Partner with us to share your offerings with our audience that cherishes authenticity, connection, and family well-being. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, visit www.orgasmicbirth.com or email me at: About Tamra: Tamra Mercieca is a women's health expert who has dedicated over 20 years to helping women reclaim their power and fall in love with themselves. As a Self-Love Therapist, Author, and Women's Pelvic Health Guide, Tamra has transformed her own journey of physical and emotional healing into empowering practices for birth and beyond. She is the host of the "I Love Me with Tamra Mercieca" podcast and the founder of the " online school, where she teaches women the art of self-acceptance. In her free time, Tamra enjoys immersing herself in nature, dancing, and traveling with her family. Websites: Instagram: Facebook: /episode/index/show/ogbpod/id/35865155

Tips for a Pleasurable Hospital Birth 04/02/2025

Tips for a Pleasurable Hospital Birth Ep 142 Description: “Healing begins as you start honoring every aspect of your birth story and celebrate your wins. No one fails in birth. Sometimes, you have to dig deeper into that well of strength than you ever would have imagined prior. This is something to take pride in.” —Debra Pascali-Bonaro The notion that hospitals inherently rob birthing individuals of their autonomy and joy is a limiting belief that deserves to be challenged. The reality is that, with the right mindset and preparation, a hospital birth can also be a deeply empowering and transformative experience. Explore the powerful intersection between pleasure and hospital birth as Debra shares tips on preparing for the big day, setting the mood for your birth room, advocating for your needs, coping with labor sensations, and welcoming your baby with grace and power. Connect with Debra! Website: Instagram: X: YouTube Tik Tok Linkedin: Episode Highlights: 01:53Tip #1- Preparing for the Big Day! 12:21 Tip #2- Setting the Mood for Your Birth Room 14:56 Tip #3- Advocating for Your Needs 17:58 Tip #4- Coping with Labor Sensations 22:01 Tip #5- Welcoming Your Baby Resources: 💗 Pregnancy I have a free Pleasurable Birth Preferences for you to think through your desires and create your personal plan. Download and share it with your birth team: A pleasurable, safe birth begins with quality, positive childbirth education. Join Debra’s online childbirth class, Pleasurable Birth Essentials: 💗Podcast About Debra: Debra Pascali-Bonaro is a world-renowned inspirational speaker, filmmaker, doula trainer, childbirth educator, and author. Debra’s latest book, an Amazon #1 New Release, The Ultimate Guide to Sex After Baby: Secrets to Love and Intimacy, brings together her passion for pleasure in every aspect of life with her Jersey-Girl attitude of talking about what no one is talking about! Debra is a mother, grandmother, and featured expert in parenting journals and media around the world. Debra Pascali-Bonaro is also Co-Chair of the International Childbirth Initiative and Chair of the International MotherBaby Childbirth Initiative both of which promote safe, respectful childbirth maternity care. She is a Lamaze International childbirth educator, birth and postpartum doula trainer with DONA International, Director of the award-winning documentary Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret, co-writer of “Orgasmic Birth: Your Guide to a Safe, Satisfying and Pleasurable Birth” and the Founder & President of the revolutionary online childbirth class Pain to Power, which prepares expectant mothers, fathers, and partners to be positively prepared for birth and focuses on the intimate and sacred nature of birth. Debra’s passion comes from her over 30 years of working with women, men, midwives, doulas, physicians, and nurses in over 40 countries, bringing comfort, love, and pleasure to birth and life! Debra Pascali Bonaro has been featured on ABC’s 20/20, Good Morning Russia, The NBC Today Show, Discovery Health, in The New York Times, The LA Times, and The UK Times, as well as numerous Parenting and Health Magazines around the world. /episode/index/show/ogbpod/id/35865100

How To Have An Empowered Hospital Birth— Tips From OB/GYN Dr. Nicole Rankins 03/26/2025

How To Have An Empowered Hospital Birth— Tips From OB/GYN Dr. Nicole Rankins Ep 141 Description: “You are the expert on you. So trust your own expertise when you bring that to the conversation. Don't let anybody talk you out of your own expertise.” —Dr. Nicole Rankins Your voice matters in the birth room! Too often, women's preferences and concerns are overlooked or dismissed during hospital births. But we can reclaim our power by understanding the foundation for a positive, empowered birth experience. Dr. Nicole Rankins is a Board Certified OB GYN, maternal health advocate, and creator of one of the top 0.5% global podcasts on pregnancy and birth, with over 2.6 million downloads. Her expertise and accessible approach have empowered thousands of women to approach birth with confidence. Tune in as Debra and Dr. Nicole discuss the must-knows of childbirth education, preparing for birth without overwhelm, creating birth plans that actually work, and expert advice for an empowered hospital birth experience. Connect with Debra! Website: Instagram: X: YouTube Tik Tok Linkedin: Episode Highlights: 03:32 First Birth: A Traumatic C-Section 07:59 The Importance of Childbirth Education 10:17 Green Flags, Red Flags 16:22 Birth Plans and Preferences 21:40 Informed Decision-Making in Labor 24:47 Creating a Joyful Birth Experience Resources: 💗A pleasurable, safe birth begins with quality, positive childbirth education. Join Debra’s online childbirth class, Pleasurable Birth Essentials: About Nicole: Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins (a.k.a. Dr. Nicole) is a board-certified OB/GYN, mom of 2, and maternal health advocate with over 20 years of experience and more than 1,500 births attended. Dr. Nicole combines rigorous academic expertise with accessible, practical information to empower first-time moms. As the creator and host of a top 0.5% global podcast with over 2.6 million downloads, and creator of an online childbirth education class, Dr. Nicole has empowered thousands of women to approach birth calm, confident, and prepared. A trusted expert quoted in major outlets like CNN Health and BuzzFeed, and a contributor for NBC12, Dr. Nicole is passionate about transforming individual birth experiences for first time moms while driving systemic change in maternal healthcare. Website: LinkedIn: Instagram: /episode/index/show/ogbpod/id/35630110

Unlocking the Power of Affirmations: The Science and Spirituality of Inner Talk with Bettina Zagoni 03/19/2025

Unlocking the Power of Affirmations: The Science and Spirituality of Inner Talk with Bettina Zagoni Ep 140 Description: “To use affirmation, first, you have to be very honest with yourself.” —Bettina Zagoni Our inner dialogue shapes our experiences, our relationships, and even our physical well-being before, during, and after birth. It can help cultivate a mindset of empowerment, resilience, and self-compassion— qualities that are invaluable during such a transformative time. By bringing awareness to our inner dialogue and intentionally reframing it, we have the power to reshape our experiences and create more positive outcomes for ourselves and our families. Bettina "Tina" Zagoni is a perinatal consultant, doula, and creator of the transformative Modern Goddess affirmation card decks. Her mission is to make these tools accessible to women worldwide, empowering them through the journey of motherhood. Tune in as Debra and Bettina discuss the profound impact of affirmations on pregnancy, birth, and parenting, Tina's personal journey of rewriting her birth narrative through the power of self-talk, her creation of the Modern Goddess affirmation cards, and her mission to make these empowering tools accessible to women worldwide, including introducing them into hospitals across Hungary. Connect with Debra! Website: Instagram: X: YouTube Tik Tok Linkedin: Episode Highlights: 01:25 Meet Bettina 07:27 Bettina’s Affirmations During Pregnancy 18:06 The Impact of Affirmations 22:32 Introducing Affirmation Cards in Hospitals 32:04 Expanding Affirmation Cards to International Markets 36:17 The Power of Affirmations in Creating a Positive Birth Story Resources: 💗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 💗Partner with us to share your offerings with our audience that cherishes authenticity, connection, and family well-being. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, visit or email me at: About Bettina: Bettina Zagoni is a perinatal consultant, doula, and perinatal yoga teacher from Hungary. With over 10 years of experience working with women and families, Tina is dedicated to promoting a holistic approach to pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care. Tina is the creator of the Modern Goddess affirmation card decks, which aim to reintroduce rituals and empower women through the use of positive self-talk. She is also an Orgasmic Birth Practitioner, helping to break down barriers and open the door to more pleasure and intimacy in birth and parenting. In addition to her private practice, Tina has worked tirelessly to bring her affirmation cards into hospitals across Hungary, impacting thousands of women during their birthing experiences. Her mission is to make these transformative tools accessible to women worldwide, empowering them through the journey of motherhood. Tina is multilingual, speaking Hungarian, English, and German fluently. She is passionate about connecting globally to share her expertise and inspire others to embrace the spirituality and science behind the power of affirmations. Website: Instagram: Get your Affirmation Cards at: Amazon: Etsy: Are you an expectant parent or doula or birth provider? We have a special FREE gift for you! Visit to learn more!” /episode/index/show/ogbpod/id/35323520

Unlocking the Power of the Pelvic Floor: Movement, Release, and Empowerment in Labor and Birth with Bec Conant 03/12/2025

Unlocking the Power of the Pelvic Floor: Movement, Release, and Empowerment in Labor and Birth with Bec Conant Ep 139 Description: “This is your birth. You get to make the choices around that. We are the experts of our internal direct experience, and we should honor that.” —Bec Conant The pelvic floor holds the key to unlocking a transformative birth experience. This intricate muscle group is often shrouded in mystery, yet its role in labor and delivery is undeniable. Discover the surprising ways the pelvic floor can profoundly impact the birthing journey. Bec Conant is a respected prenatal yoga expert with over 25 years of experience. Her personal birth journey inspired a profound shift in her teaching, leading to a holistic approach that bridges movement, anatomy, and the pelvic floor. Tune in as Debra and Bec share eye-opening insights on the powerful connection between the pelvic floor, the psoas muscle, and the birthing process, offering practical tips to prepare the body for an empowered labor and delivery. Connect with Debra! Website: Instagram: X: YouTube Tik Tok Linkedin: Episode Highlights: 02:28 Meet Bec 09:56 Bec’s Birth Experience 11:30 Understanding the Psoas Muscle 19:17 Integrating New Knowledge Into Teaching 27:22 Practical Tips for Prenatal Yoga 31:33 The OM Birth Approach Resources: 💗Learn more about pleasure in birth, parenting, and birth work. Get your gift at: 💗If you or someone you love is preparing for pregnancy or birth, join Debra’s Pleasurable Birth Essentials to prepare for a positive, safe, and healthy birth experience: 💗Partner with us to share your offerings with our audience that cherishes authenticity, connection, and family well-being. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, visit or email me at: About Bec: 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 own birth program, the OM Birth Approach, she empowers expectant individuals, guiding them through childbirth and easing their transition into parenthood. Bec is the author of , which uses yoga to prepare the body, mind and spirit for birth. With over 25 years of experience teaching prenatal yoga and 12 years as a doula, Bec brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective shaped by her own transformative birth experience. Get your copy of Bec’s book: Website: Instagram: Facebook: Are you an expectant parent or doula or birth provider? We have a special FREE gift for you! Visit to learn more!” /episode/index/show/ogbpod/id/35323360

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