Part 2 of a series on using the BRAINS acronym and these are all about you because while the clinical side of decision-making is important, so is what feels right to you.

A free preview from my online course featuring a decision-making tool that helps you slow down, ask the right questions, and feel damn good about the choices you make.

Trusting the process of birth can feel daunting, especially when surrounded by narratives of fear, risk, and medicalized urgency. But your body was designed for this.

More reflections on the discussion I had with Vanessa on the Breath & Birth Co. Podcast.

Birth is unpredictable, and no one wants to feel like they failed if things don’t go as expected. Whether you write out preferences or not, the choices you make—or don’t —will shape your birth experience.

I got to be on the podcast, Birth and Breath Co. recently! The conversation was rich and I walked away feeling even more passionate about and grateful for this work.

This course was born (pun absolutely intended) out of years of listening to birthing people say, “I wish someone had told me that.” Well, now someone is—and it’s me.

Too often, parents enter labor without the information they need to make choices that align with their values and preferences. This is why childbirth education is crucial.

When you’re expecting a baby, there’s a lot of information to take in. You might assume that the prenatal appointments with your medical provider—or the meetings with your doula—are enough to prepare you for birth. While these appointments are incredibly valuable, they are not a substitute for a comprehensive childbirth education course. Understanding the differences can help you make informed decisions about your birth experience.

This an all-natural, old-world electrolyte drink can help revitalize a laboring woman through the labor, giving her the energy she needs to make it through birth.

My friend and colleague, Dr. Sam from The Educated Pelvis is hosting a couple of free community gatherings that I’m excited to share with you.

Natural processes like pregnancy and birth are dependant upon a woman’s ability to trust in her inner knowing. This wisdom leads women to support and trust the process rather than work against it. In this way, nature is allowed to take its course.

It’s time to reimagine how we support those who bring life into the world—and give them the dignity and care they deserve every step of the way.

Time and time again, I see birth treated as a medical emergency, something inherently dangerous, or even an unpredictable crisis waiting to happen. Yet, this could not be further from the truth of what birth really is: a natural, physiological event that has happened since the dawn of time.

When it comes to labor and childbirth, many people assume they must follow hospital protocols without question. However, not all procedures are necessary or mandatory for every birth, and you have the right to make informed choices about your care.

Pushing during childbirth is an essential part of the birth process, but it doesn't have to be overwhelming. Knowing your options and listening to your body can make the experience smoother and more empowering.

The pushing stage is when you help move your baby down the birth canal and out into the world. Whether it’s your first birth or not, understanding how pushing works can help you feel more prepared and confident.

When we understand that “we give birth how we live,” we realize that our birth experiences are shaped long before labor begins. The choices we make in life—whether physical, emotional, or relational—are all connected to how we give birth.

Birth is often viewed as a singular, extraordinary event, separated from the everyday. The way we approach life—our values, beliefs, habits, and responses to stress—echo in our birth experiences.

Every birthing person deserves support, guidance, and comfort throughout the process of bringing a new human into the world. In my role as a labor doula, I have the honor of providing all of that (and lots more) and this work never gets old.