
Birth Story: Unmedicated But Not Uncomplicated with Stephanie Garrity
We love positive birth stories here at My Essential Birth! 👏🏻 This week, I interviewed, Stephanie Garrity, who shared about her birth experience with her rainbow baby. While the birth map she pict...
19 Juli 202253min

OB's, Midwives, MD's: What's the Difference?
OB’s and MD’s and Midwives, oh my! 😏 We’re going to talk about the training, certification, and background each of these providers is required to have in order to practice. Maybe you’re like me, and ...
12 Juli 202234min

Do I Need a Doula for My Birth?
When it comes to your birth experience, one of the most important things you can do to prepare is putting together your birth team. Doulas can be an incredible asset to you as you think about who you ...
6 Juli 202230min

Ask THESE Essential Questions for Pregnancy
Are you overwhelmed with what to ask your provider, midwife, or hospital regarding what you want for your birth experience? Well, listen in! I walk you through what questions to ask, give background i...
28 Juni 202245min

Birth Story: Unmedicated, Hospital Birth with Sally Steffy
Sally shares her unmedicated, hospital birth experience despite dealing with family loss the same week she went into labor. She talks about the goodness of God and how her experience of giving birth h...
21 Juni 202244min

Pregnant Over 35 and Loving It with Jessica Estrada
Pregnant mama, Jessica, and I uncover some of the stigmas of pregnancies over age 35 such as being considered high-risk, immediate plans for induction, and more! I talk with Jessica Estrada, a first t...
14 Juni 202234min

Relaxation Practice for Labor
I want today’s episode to be something you can save, download, refer back to, and listen to consistently! 🎧 What we talk about today is something you can use NOW that will make your labor and birth e...
7 Juni 202227min

Induction Without an Epidural
This week we're breaking down everything you need to know to prepare yourself physically and mentally for an induction without an epidural. I cannot stress the importance of going into labor with the ...
31 Maj 202245min




















