Born Wild Podcast

Sophia Henderson
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Conversations with Midwives surrounding pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Wouldn't it be wild if there were no rules, we had true autonomy, and our loyalty was only to the families we serve? This is a safe space to process experiences without judgement. Questioning what it means to be midwives through continuous self reflection. Remembering what it means to be Born Wild.

  1. From Skeptic to Advocate: A Dad’s Home Birth Wake-Up Call

    1H AGO

    From Skeptic to Advocate: A Dad’s Home Birth Wake-Up Call

    In this episode, Sophia sits down with Jacob Dubois, a father of two who went from skeptical to fully supportive of home birth. They discuss: Why many partners resist home birth initiallyThe moment his perspective shiftedDifferences between hospital and midwifery careWhat dads actually need to know before birthHow birth experiences shape motherhood and parentingThis episode offers a rare and valuable perspective from a father navigating the world of birth for the first time. Connect with Jacob on IG @apogee.dad Some of Sophia's Favorite Product Recommendations: ▶︎Afterease Tincture by Wish Garden Herbs: ▶︎Sitz Bath Herbs by Motherlove Organics: ▶︎HIRO diapers: ▶︎Mioberry Organic Muslin Swaddle sets & more: Save 15% with code: Bornwild15 CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro01:00 From skeptic to believer03:30 Why he wrote a birth book07:00 First birth experience12:00 Fear and mindset shifts15:00 “Birth is physiological” realization19:00 Second home birth experience21:00 How birth shapes parenting23:00 Common misconceptions about midwives26:00 Supporting dads + birth partners29:30 Advice for skeptical partners37:00 Where to find Jacob Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The views and experiences shared by guests are their own and do not constitute medical, legal, or professional advice. We are not providing medical or legal guidance, nor are we encouraging listeners to engage in any practice that may be unsafe or unlawful in their jurisdiction. Birth choices, medical care decisions, and midwifery practices are highly regulated and vary by state and country. Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified, licensed professionals and to research the laws applicable to their location before making any health or birth-related decisions. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own decisions and actions. The show notes may contain affiliate links. IF you click and purchase product or service I might be compensated. Thank you for your support.

    39 min
  2. 53 Weeks Pregnant?!!? The Birth Story That Doesn't Make Sense... Until it Does

    APR 28

    53 Weeks Pregnant?!!? The Birth Story That Doesn't Make Sense... Until it Does

    In this episode, Sophia and Aly sit down with Larissa to share one of the most unique birth journeys yet. What began as a seemingly overdue pregnancy turned into a powerful story of intuition, patience, and uncovering what was actually happening beneath the surface. Larissa shares: Why she chose a no-intervention pregnancyThe confusion of measuring small and unclear timelinesHow an early loss changed everythingWhat it was like to think she was “53 weeks pregnant”Her 43-hour labor and 8-hour pushing experiencePostpartum challenges with feeding and recoveryThis episode explores the complexity of trusting your body when answers aren’t clear—and what it means to truly surrender to the process. Some of our Favorite product recommendations: ▶︎Afterease Tincture by Wish Garden Herbs: https://tidd.ly/4uQ0NGv ▶︎Sitz Bath Herbs by Motherlove Organics: https://www.motherlove.com/?sca_ref=10865436.IGh1FTI5Qs ▶︎HIRO diapers: https://hirodiapers.com/bornwild3 ▶︎Mioberry Organic Muslin Swaddle sets & more: www.miaoerrydesigns.com/bornwild Save 15% with code: Bornwild15 00:00 Intro01:00 Fertility + pregnancy start03:30 Choosing home birth + no ultrasounds05:00 Measuring small + uncertainty begins08:30 Doppler + reassurance10:00 “Overdue” months begin11:40 The 53-week pregnancy realization14:30 Maternity leave chaos16:00 Trust vs fear in pregnancy19:00 Labor begins21:00 Early labor + tub + positions23:30 Pushing challenges24:00 Breakthrough moment (bladder)25:00 8 hours pushing29:00 Birth + surprise gender31:00 Postpartum + feeding challenges34:00 Advice for first-time moms This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The views and experiences shared by guests are their own and do not constitute medical, legal, or professional advice. We are not providing medical or legal guidance, nor are we encouraging listeners to engage in any practice that may be unsafe or unlawful in their jurisdiction. Birth choices, medical care decisions, and midwifery practices are highly regulated and vary by state and country. Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified, licensed professionals and to research the laws applicable to their location before making any health or birth-related decisions. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own decisions and actions. The show notes may contain affiliate links. IF you click and purchase product or service I might be compensated. Thank you for your support.

    39 min
  3. Teaching Girls to Trust Their Bodies (Before It’s Too Late)

    APR 21

    Teaching Girls to Trust Their Bodies (Before It’s Too Late)

    In this episode of The Born Wild Podcast, Sophia sits down with Laurisa Paul, RN and founder of Girls Who Know, to explore how early education shapes women’s relationships with their bodies and birth. Laurisa shares her personal journey through multiple birth experiences—from highly medicalized to deeply intuitive—and how those experiences led her to create a program that teaches girls body literacy, cycle awareness, and self-trust. Together, they discuss the gaps in traditional education, the long-term impact of disconnection from the body, and how empowering girls early can transform birth culture for future generations. Learn more @ www.girlswhoknow.com Follow on IG @ Girls Who Know Connect with Sophia @www.bornwildmidwifery.com OR IG @bornwildmidwifery Some of our favorite product recommendations: ▶︎Afterease Tincture by Wish Garden Herbs: ▶︎Sitz Bath Herbs by Motherlove Organics: ▶︎HIRO diapers: ▶︎Mioberry Organic Muslin Swaddle sets & more: w Save 15% with code: Bornwild15 Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction to Girls Who Know01:30 – Larissa’s story & body image struggles03:30 – First birth experience (medicalized)06:30 – Disconnection during induction08:00 – Discovering physiologic birth11:00 – Transformational birth experience13:30 – Birth shaping identity & motherhood16:00 – Why education must start earlier18:30 – Teaching girls about their bodies21:00 – High school reactions to birth education23:00 – How the Girls Who Know program works26:00 – Intuition vs fear29:00 – Changing culture through girls31:00 – Vision for the future This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The views and experiences shared by guests are their own and do not constitute medical, legal, or professional advice. We are not providing medical or legal guidance, nor are we encouraging listeners to engage in any practice that may be unsafe or unlawful in their jurisdiction. Birth choices, medical care decisions, and midwifery practices are highly regulated and vary by state and country. Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified, licensed professionals and to research the laws applicable to their location before making any health or birth-related decisions. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own decisions and actions. The show notes may contain affiliate links. IF you click and purchase product or service I might be compensated. Thank you for your support.

    34 min
  4. From Birth Trauma to Doula | NICU, Fear & Healing

    APR 14

    From Birth Trauma to Doula | NICU, Fear & Healing

    In this episode, Sophia sits down with Liz Eidelman, a birth doula and mom of two, who shares her powerful journey through two very different birth experiences. After a traumatic first birth and unexpected NICU stay, Liz entered her second pregnancy seeking a different experience — but still found herself navigating fear, medical pressure, and ultimately a cesarean birth. This conversation explores how birth trauma, conditioning, and fear influence decision-making, and how Liz transformed her experiences into a passion for supporting other women as a doula. They also discuss NICU experiences, feeding after birth trauma, and the importance of education and emotional preparation. Connect with Liz: ▸ IG @The.sage.sister OR @ LizEidelman ▸ website Connect with Sophia: ▸ Website Our Favorite products to recommend: ▶︎Afterease Tincture by Wish Garden Herbs: ▶︎Sitz Bath Herbs by Motherlove Organics: ▶︎HIRO diapers: Chapters: 00:00 Intro01:30 Liz’s first pregnancy + birth04:30 NICU + diagnosis (VACTERL / TEF)08:30 Postpartum + separation from baby11:00 Second pregnancy + fear14:30 Hiring a doula + switching care24:00 Induction pressure + decision making28:00 Cesarean experience30:30 Becoming a doula33:00 Feeding after trauma36:00 Fear + conditioning around birth38:00 Why education matters early43:00 Healing through birth work47:00 Where to find Liz This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The views and experiences shared by guests are their own and do not constitute medical, legal, or professional advice. We are not providing medical or legal guidance, nor are we encouraging listeners to engage in any practice that may be unsafe or unlawful in their jurisdiction. Birth choices, medical care decisions, and midwifery practices are highly regulated and vary by state and country. Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified, licensed professionals and to research the laws applicable to their location before making any health or birth-related decisions. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own decisions and actions. The show notes may contain affiliate links. IF you click and purchase product or service I might be compensated. Thank you for your support.

    49 min
  5. How to Support Pregnancy and Infant Loss | Grief, Trauma, and Healing

    APR 7

    How to Support Pregnancy and Infant Loss | Grief, Trauma, and Healing

    In this episode of the Born Wild Podcast, Sophia sits down with Jessica Malmberg, an LMFT and trauma and grief specialist who supports families through pregnancy loss, infant loss, infertility, and birth trauma. Jessica shares her own story of losing her first baby, Otto, and how that experience shaped both her grief journey and her life’s work. Together, they talk about supporting grieving families, what parents can ask for in the hours after loss, how grief changes over time, what not to say, and why trauma support matters alongside grief support. This is a tender, wise, and deeply grounding conversation for both families and birth workers. Connect with Jessica: ▸ Website ▸ IG @jessicamalmbergtherapy Interested in home birth and in Sonoma County? Connect to Sophia on her website or IG @bornwildmidwifery Some of our favorite products: ▶︎Afterease Tincture by Wish Garden Herbs ▶︎Sitz Bath Herbs by Motherlove Organics ▶︎HIRO diapers Chapters: 00:00 Intro00:50 Jessica’s story and losing Otto05:45 Losing a first baby vs later loss13:45 What parents can ask for after loss22:20 Milk coming in after loss25:20 Grief over time and future pregnancies30:50 Supporting grieving families and birth workers32:25 What to say and what not to say40:30 Grief, trauma, and healing45:25 Jessica’s grief retreat and resources Disclaimer: his podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The views and experiences shared by guests are their own and do not constitute medical, legal, or professional advice. We are not providing medical or legal guidance, nor are we encouraging listeners to engage in any practice that may be unsafe or unlawful in their jurisdiction. Birth choices, medical care decisions, and midwifery practices are highly regulated and vary by state and country. Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified, licensed professionals and to research the laws applicable to their location before making any health or birth-related decisions. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own decisions and actions. The show notes may contain affiliate links. IF you click and purchase product or service I might be compensated. Thank you for your support.

    48 min

  6. MAR 31

    Midwife Birth Recap: Surprise Fast Labor, Newborn Support & Postpartum Recovery

    In this episode of the Born Wild Podcast, Sophia, and her students, Aly, and Eva, share a February recap from the practice, including two beautiful and surprisingly quick births. They reflect on a second-time mama who worried about repeating her long first labor but ended up having her baby so fast the team didn’t make it in time, and a first-time mama whose birth brought important lessons around newborn transition, placenta delivery, postpartum recovery, and rest. They also share behind-the-scenes insight into midwifery care, including estimating blood loss, individualized hemorrhage support, postpartum healing, and the nuance of caring for each family based on their needs and preferences. This episode is full of real stories, practical wisdom, and honest reflection from life on call. If you live in the Sonoma County area and are interested in home birth check out www.bornwildmidwifery.com Chapters 00:00 Life as a Doula: Balancing School and Prenatals 10:26 The Birth Experience: Challenges and Triumphs 15:33 Resuscitation: A Calm Approach to Crisis 18:01 Postpartum Care: The Importance of Rest 25:09 Navigating Postpartum Challenges 35:39 Building a Comprehensive Picture: Prenatal to Postpartum Products we love to recommend: HIRO diapers Motherlove Organic products Wish Garden Herbs This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The views and experiences shared by guests are their own and do not constitute medical, legal, or professional advice. We are not providing medical or legal guidance, nor are we encouraging listeners to engage in any practice that may be unsafe or unlawful in their jurisdiction. Birth choices, medical care decisions, and midwifery practices are highly regulated and vary by state and country. Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified, licensed professionals and to research the laws applicable to their location before making any health or birth-related decisions. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own decisions and actions. The show notes may contain affiliate links. IF you click and purchase product or service I might be compensated. Thank you for your support.

    39 min
  7. Home Birth Story: 84-Hour Labor, 3-Hour Birth, and Hard-Won Postpartum Wisdom

    MAR 24

    Home Birth Story: 84-Hour Labor, 3-Hour Birth, and Hard-Won Postpartum Wisdom

    In this episode, Sophia sits down with Oniana to explore her journey into motherhood, birth work, and supporting families in her community. Oniana shares the powerful contrast between her two home births — an intense 84-hour labor and a fast 3-hour birth — and the lessons each experience taught her about intuition, environment, and support. They also dive into long labor patterns, postpartum recovery, breastfeeding, and the realities of working within hospital-based systems as a doula. This is an honest and thoughtful conversation about trusting the body, honoring each mother’s path, and creating meaningful support in pregnancy and beyond. Follow us on IG@bornwildpodcast IF you live in the Sonoma County area and are considering home birth please learn more @www.bornwildmidwifery.com Ways to connect with Oniana www.asantemaama.com IG@honey.of.myrrh This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The views and experiences shared by guests are their own and do not constitute medical, legal, or professional advice. We are not providing medical or legal guidance, nor are we encouraging listeners to engage in any practice that may be unsafe or unlawful in their jurisdiction. Birth choices, medical care decisions, and midwifery practices are highly regulated and vary by state and country. Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified, licensed professionals and to research the laws applicable to their location before making any health or birth-related decisions. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own decisions and actions.

    41 min
  8. 37 Weeks, Waters Broke Early, 7-Hour Home Birth (Baby Came Before Midwives)

    MAR 17

    37 Weeks, Waters Broke Early, 7-Hour Home Birth (Baby Came Before Midwives)

    This episode features a detailed birth story that explores the journey of choosing a home birth, navigating pregnancy challenges, and embracing natural birth practices. The guest shares insights on interventions, the power of intuition, and the importance of support systems. Sophia interviews one of her clients, Aine, where she shares how she navigates different challenges or obstacles, ends up basically free birthing at home, post birth challenges through breastfeeding and so much more. This is a beautiful and inspiring home birth story that will give you so many wonderful insights if you are considering home birth for yourself. To connect with Sophia visit: www.bornwildmidwifery.com To connect with our guest, Aine, email her @aine.kimsey@gmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Anya's Journey 03:12 The Path to Motherhood 06:06 Choosing Home Birth 08:56 Understanding Pregnancy and Health 12:04 Navigating Pregnancy Challenges 15:06 The Labor Experience Begins 18:05 Anticipation and Emotional Journey 21:03 Induction Conversations and Decisions 27:12 Navigating Natural Birth Choices 30:12 The Birth Experience: Embracing the Journey 34:49 The Role of Support During Labor 39:47 Postpartum Realities and Breastfeeding Challenges 45:35 Empowering Birth: Education and Resources This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The views and experiences shared by guests are their own and do not constitute medical, legal, or professional advice. We are not providing medical or legal guidance, nor are we encouraging listeners to engage in any practice that may be unsafe or unlawful in their jurisdiction. Birth choices, medical care decisions, and midwifery practices are highly regulated and vary by state and country. Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified, licensed professionals and to research the laws applicable to their location before making any health or birth-related decisions. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own decisions and actions.

    55 min
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Conversations with Midwives surrounding pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Wouldn't it be wild if there were no rules, we had true autonomy, and our loyalty was only to the families we serve? This is a safe space to process experiences without judgement. Questioning what it means to be midwives through continuous self reflection. Remembering what it means to be Born Wild.

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  • Creator
    Sophia Henderson
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    157
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Sophia Henderson
  • Show Website
    Born Wild Podcast

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