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The Birth Journeys Podcast®️ Kelly Hof
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- Health & Fitness
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4.9 • 14 Ratings
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In this podcast we will share powerful journeys of birth givers with the goals of lifting the veil on the birth experience, healing through sharing, and beginning an open conversation to strengthen trust and promote transparency between birthing people and health care providers. Contact me at: birthjourneysRN@gmail.com
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Tara Accardo: Trusting Maternal Instincts and Navigating Premature Birth Challenges
Send us a Text Message.What would you do if your pregnancy took an unexpected turn? Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Tara Accardo, a first-time mom and grief and transformational life coach, who shares her compelling journey through pregnancy, an emergency C-section, and the early arrival of her daughter, Audrey. Tara’s powerful story not only highlights the importance of trusting maternal instincts but also provides deep insights into the critical role of timely medical intervention...
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Grace and Grief: Marcella Jewell's Journey Through Miscarriage, Medical Termination, and Motherhood
Send us a Text Message.When Marcella Jewell, a warrior in the realm of motherhood, shares her story, you can't help but be enveloped by a tapestry of raw emotion and profound strength. Her journey through the complex world of fertility is one that mirrors a mosaic of life's most tender and tumultuous moments: the joy of welcoming children, the heartache of five miscarriages, and a decision that tested the very essence of her hope and courage. Our conversation is an intimate exploration of tho...
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Jennifer Byrnes: Navigating Parental Grief and Offering Genuine Support
Send us a Text Message.When the waves of parental grief and loss crash upon us, navigating their unpredictable swells can be a journey as unique as our fingerprints. Therapist Jennifer Byrnes, LPC, PMH-C, EMDR certified therapist, joins me to explore these deeply personal experiences, shining a light on the many forms grief can take — from the pain of miscarriage and infant loss to the silent suffering of fertility challenges. Through our discussion, Jennifer helps us understand that mourning...
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Steph Sellen's Birth Evolution: Lessons in Advocacy and Strength
Send us a Text Message.When Steph Sellen, a mother of six with her seventh bundle of joy on the way, sat down with me, she didn't hold back. Her first childbirth, marred by a traumatic induction, was a stark contrast to the empowered births that followed. As a real estate dynamo and podcast host, Steph's life is as multifaceted as it gets. Our conversation ventured through the landscape of her birthing experiences, from the cold sterility of her initial hospital labor to the warmth and person...
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Journey Through Motherhood's Emotional Landscape with Megan MacCutcheon
Send us a Text Message.Have you ever found yourself laughing through tears, or smiling despite a wave of sadness? It's a complex emotional dance that Megan MacCutcheon, LPC, and I explore in our latest episode. Megan, a specialist in perinatal mental health, joins us to discuss the profound ability to experience multiple emotions at once and how acknowledging this can be especially vital during significant life transitions, like motherhood. Our conversation provides insightful guidance on pro...
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Jennifer Schlueter: Hypnotherapy in Pregnancy and Childbirth
Send us a Text Message.As I sat down with Jennifer Schlueter, a certified hypnotherapist who lives and breathes the power of spiritual hypnosis, we unraveled a transformative approach to pregnancy and childbirth. Jennifer offers a sanctuary for expectant mothers to not only prepare their bodies for the journey ahead but to also heal from past traumas. Our conversation invites you into the sacred space where moms-to-be can connect with their inner wisdom and create a nurturing environment for ...
Customer Reviews
Relatable!
So much relatable and helpful information. Love hearing stories and insights from a variety of perspectives.
Amazing stories from amazing women!
This podcast is informative, interesting, educational and a must listen for all, including and especially men, who really need to know what women experience in childbirth.
Love this
Love to hear all these birth journeys!