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  • 118. MyMaine Birth: Navigating Birth in Rural Maine, Amelia's two Cesarean Stories
    2025/07/24

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    In this episode, we discuss:

    • Cesarean birth in Maine at MDI Hospital and EMMC in Bangor
    • The lack of resources for pregnant women in Downeast Maine
    • The troublesome dogma around pregnancy, birth and postpartum perpetuated by many women who have taken popular courses by the Freebirth Society
    • The benefits of Doula support
    • ….and a whole lot more!


    Additional Resources you’ll LOVE…

    Visit my website MyMaine Birth

    If you're ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, where you’re respected as the authority over your body and your baby… regardless of where you plan on birthing -
    CLICK HERE for 10% off the MyAutonomous Birth self-paced, online course!


    Not sure where to start? I’ve got you covered! Check out my FREE resource, 37 Questions to Ask Your Care Provider. Whether you’re interviewing new providers or have already established care, this FREE resource offers guidance on important topics to discuss with your provider.

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    1 時間 22 分
  • 117. MyMaine Birth: Embracing the Warrior Mentality in Childbirth, Theresa's Story
    2025/07/01

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    Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE

    Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place!

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • Birth at Mercy Hospital in Portland, Maine
    • The benefits of upright birthing and what Theresa thought about my favorite tool in my doula bag - The Birth Sling
    • Midwifery care and doula support
    • Birth Photography in Maine
    • The importance of maintaining a warrior mentality throughout life
    • ….and a whole lot more!


    Additional Resources you’ll LOVE…

    If you are ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, where you’re respected as the authority over your body and your baby… regardless of where you plan on birthing -
    CLICK HERE for 10% off the MyAutonomous Birth self-paced, online course!

    Not sure where to start? I’ve got you covered! Check out my FREE resource, 37 Questions to Ask Your Care Provider. Whether you’re interviewing new providers or have already established care, this FREE resource offers guidance on important topics to discuss with your provider.

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    41 分
  • 116. MyMaine Birth: Chelsea's Journey through Home Birth, Loss, and Coming Back Stronger
    2025/06/27

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    Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE

    Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place!

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • Chelsea's two home birth stories as well as two miscarriage experiences
    • Midwifery care
    • How birth photography can help you process your experience
    • ….and a whole lot more!

    Additional Resources you’ll LOVE…

    If you are ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, where you’re respected as the authority over your body and your baby… regardless of where you plan on birthing -
    CLICK HERE for 10% off the MyAutonomous Birth self-paced, online course!


    Not sure where to start? I’ve got you covered! Check out my FREE resource, 37 Questions to Ask Your Care Provider. Whether you’re interviewing new providers or have already established care, this FREE resource offers guidance on important topics to discuss with your provider.

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    1 時間 30 分
  • 115. MyMaine Birth: Lindsey's Four EMMC Bangor, Maine Birth Stories
    2025/06/13

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    Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE

    Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place!

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • Four EMMC Bangor, Maine birth stories
    • The importance of choosing support you align with
    • Nurse Midwifery care at a hospital
    • ….and a whole lot more!

    Additional Resources you’ll LOVE…

    If you are ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, where you’re respected as the authority over your body and your baby… regardless of where you plan on birthing -
    CLICK HERE for 10% off the MyAutonomous Birth self-paced, online course!


    Not sure where to start? I’ve got you covered! Check out my FREE resource, 37 Questions to Ask Your Care Provider. Whether you’re interviewing new providers or have already established care, this FREE resource offers guidance on important topics to discuss with your provider.

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    1 時間 14 分
  • 114. MyMaine Birth: When Birth Plans Change, Autonomy Can Remain - Gina's two Birth Stories
    2025/06/11

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    Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE

    Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place!

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • Gina's first birth story in Virginia, a planned home birth which shifted to a hospital birth and a cesarean due to pre-eclampsia
    • Gina's second birth in Maine, originally a planned home birth which also shifted to a hospital birth due to pre-eclampsia
    • Gina's powerful VBAC story with support from her midwife and the staff at EMMC, in Bangor Maine
    • The power of maintaining autonomy when plans shift, and the lasting impact that can have on women's experiences


    If you are interested in working with me, I offer Birth Photography and Doula support to families across Maine. You can find out more about my packages by visiting my website www.mymainebirth.com

    Additional Resources you’ll LOVE…

    If you are ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, where you’re respected as the authority over your body and your baby… regardless of where you plan on birthing -
    CLICK HERE for 10% off the MyAutonomous Birth self-paced, online course!

    Not sure where to start? I’ve got you covered! Check out my FREE resource, 37 Questions to Ask Your Care Provider. Whether you’re interviewing new providers or have already established care, this FREE resource offers guidance on important topics to discuss with your provider.

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    1 時間 6 分
  • 113. MyMaine Birth: Courtney Shares Her Two Home Birth Stories, Including How She Caught Her Breech Baby - Unassisted
    2025/05/13

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    Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE

    Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place!

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • Home birth in Maine
    • Midwifery care in Maine
    • The importance of trusting yourself
    • ….and a whole lot more!


    Additional Resources you’ll LOVE…

    If you are ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, where you’re respected as the authority over your body and your baby… regardless of where you plan on birthing -
    CLICK HERE for 10% off the MyAutonomous Birth self-paced, online course!


    Not sure where to start? I’ve got you covered! Check out my FREE resource, 37 Questions to Ask Your Care Provider. Whether you’re interviewing new providers or have already established care, this FREE resource offers guidance on important topics to discuss with your provider.

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    40 分
  • 112. MyMaine Birth: From Hospital to Home, Mikayla's Story of Choosing an Unassisted Birth
    2025/05/09

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    Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE

    Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place!

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • Hospital Birth Story at Mercy Hospital in Portland, Maine
    • The reasons Mikayla chose an unassisted birth with her second child
    • Mikayla's Unassisted Maine Birth Story
    • ….and a whole lot more!

    Additional Resources you’ll LOVE…

    If you are ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, where you’re respected as the authority over your body and your baby… regardless of where you plan on birthing -
    CLICK HERE for 10% off the MyAutonomous Birth self-paced, online course!


    Not sure where to start? I’ve got you covered! Check out my FREE resource, 37 Questions to Ask Your Care Provider. Whether you’re interviewing new providers or have already established care, this FREE resource offers guidance on important topics to discuss with your provider

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    36 分
  • 111. MyMaine Birth: JulieAnne returns to share her second birth story, a Journey Through Surprise C-Section
    2025/05/04

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    Get 10% OFF MyAutonomous Birth, the self-paced, Online Course HERE

    Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place!

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • Cesarean birth at Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor, Maine
    • Navigating pregnancy care when your hospital of choice closes
    • Obstetric Care in Maine
    • ….and a whole lot more!

    Additional Resources you’ll LOVE…

    If you are ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, where you’re respected as the authority over your body and your baby… regardless of where you plan on birthing -
    CLICK HERE for 10% off the MyAutonomous Birth self-paced, online course!


    Not sure where to start? I’ve got you covered! Check out my FREE resource, 37 Questions to Ask Your Care Provider. Whether you’re interviewing new providers or have already established care, this FREE resource offers guidance on important topics to discuss with your provider.

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    43 分