Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy

• Birth Story: Her Water Broke Early...and Everything Changed w/Lisette & Doug Boal

  Join the My Essential Birth Course by November 4th and get TWO exclusive BONUSES: The Belly Mapping Guide & Partner Belly Binding Video Tutorial. It's everything you need to help your baby be in the perfect position for birth AND to support your belly postpartum!-------One day she sneezed... and everything shifted. 😳 When Lisette’s water broke before 36 weeks, her home birth plans changed in an instant — but her confidence didn’t. What followed was a powerful story of faith, flexibility, and teamwork that shows how beautiful births can happen anywhere. If you’re a mama who wants to feel calm, prepared, and empowered no matter what birth brings, this episode will leave you inspired and ready to trust your body and your baby. Here’s What You’ll Learn in This Episode:1:45 – A Rocky Start That Turned Into a Miracle 4:02 – The Moment She Switched from Hospital to Home6:58 – Why Home Birth, Really?8:48 – A Partner All In 11:58 – The Daily Habits That Set Her Up for Success18:10 – When Plans Change: Her Water Breaks Early 😳 22:40 – The Calm Before Baby’s Debut28:24 – What Contractions Really Felt Like30:21 – Inside Her Mind During Labor33:53 – Building Your Dream Birth Team (and Plan for it Financially)35:52 – Her Best Advice for Mamas-to-Be 💕38:07 – Dad’s Turn: What He Learned from the Inside42:34 – When Baby’s Coming Early…44:30 – His Secret to Supporting Mom During Labor46:12 – Knowledge = ConfidenceHow understanding birth and taking a comprehensive birth course gave them both peace and power when making decisions.47:23 – Dad's Final Advice for Couples49:43 – Reflections from Dad Every birth story teaches us something powerful — and Lisette’s will have you smiling, nodding your head as she walks you through her pregnancy and birth, and feeling more confident about your own.I hope you'll take a listen to see how preparation, faith, and teamwork turned unexpected twists into a beautiful, empowering birth story.Get super prepared, just like Lisette & her husband, with the My Essential Birth Course AND get TWO incredible BONUSES when you join now through November 4th ONLY!!✨ Don’t forget to FOLLOW the show so you never miss an episode that makes pregnancy & birth feel easier! Here’s how to do it in just 2 seconds: On Apple Podcasts → Tap the “+” Follow button in the top right corner of the show page. On Spotify → Tap the “Follow” button right under the show title. Let's Connect!Join the Course! https://www.myessentialbirth.com/getstartedEmail: [email protected]. Follow @myessentialbirth on INSTAGRAM!

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• The Gut-Baby Connection: What Every Pregnant Woman Needs to Know

  Your gut isn’t just about digestion — it’s shaping your baby’s health from the very first bite!In this episode, we uncover the surprising ways your gut impacts baby’s immune system, brain development, and even lifelong wellness.From what to eat each trimester, to testing negative for Group B Strep, to preparing your body for birth and postpartum recovery — we’re covering the gut secrets every pregnant mom needs to know. Here’s What You’ll Learn in This Episode:1:01 – Your gut = your baby’s gut!How every bite you take builds your baby’s immune system and brain — from the inside out.4:35 – Ditch the pills!Why “real food” beats supplements every time — and which foods pack the biggest punch.8:10 – The secret to testing negative for Group B StrepPlus, the truth about antibiotics & your microbiome no one’s talking about.11:22 – Sleep, rest & movement = gut magicHow your daily rhythm affects your digestion, energy, and mood (and how to fix it fast).14:15 – The golden trimester for your gutPrevent Gestational Diabetes, balance blood sugar & feel so good while growing baby.20:49 – Baby brain, fat stores & your third-trimester gutWhat to eat now to fuel your baby’s final growth spurt and prep for postpartum recovery.25:57 – Constipation SOS 🚨When digestion slows, here’s how to get things moving naturally (and what to know about iron).27:14 – Birth bacteria & baby’s first immunity boostThe real reason vaginal birth, colostrum & vernix are nature’s ultimate health gifts.Gut health touches everything — your energy, your sleep, your digestion, your baby’s future health. Tune in to discover how to create a thriving gut (and a thriving baby) from the very start. Head to the Episode Show Notes for ALLL the links mentioned (there's a lot this week including some freebies & coupons!):https://www.myessentialbirth.com/blog/the-gut-baby-connection-what-every-pregnant-woman-needs-to-know✨ Don’t forget to FOLLOW the show so you never miss an episode that makes pregnancy & birth feel easier! Here’s how to do it in just 2 seconds: On Apple Podcasts → Tap the “+” Follow button in the top right corner of the show page. On Spotify → Tap the “Follow” button right under the show title. Let's Connect!Join the Course! https://www.myessentialbirth.com/getstartedEmail: [email protected]. Follow @myessentialbirth on INSTAGRAM!

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• Birth Story at a Military Hospital: Fast, Faith-Filled, and Unmedicated

  This week I'm chatting with Daizjah, who shares her incredible first birth story at a military hospital.From finding out she was pregnant just weeks before her wedding, to preparing with CrossFit up until 34 weeks, mental rehearsals, the role that faith played, and a labor playlist... to the big day—Daizjah takes us through every detail.You're going to love this inspiring, and faith-filled birth story!Here's what you'll learn in this episode:2:04 – Meet Daizjah: Military Veteran and wife to a military husband.3:24 – A Natural Start: How she let her body adjust after getting off the pill (spoiler - it didn't take long 😉) and what she experienced in each trimester9:00 – Military Hospital Reality: Navigating care when you don’t get to pick your provider 11:10 – The Doula Difference: Why hiring a doula transformed her birth experience14:08 – Patience at 40+ Weeks: Staying calm without induction pressure17:19 – Pregnancy Prep Essentials: Exercise, red raspberry leaf tea, chiropractor visits, stretching, and swapping her office chair for a birth ball19:58 – Breathwork & Mental Prep: The one practice she says made all the difference in labor21:27 – Faith in Pregnancy: How faith and a special scripture gave her courage and power from God23:41 – Early Labor & First Contractions: How it all started at 2 AM and the very first thing she noticed29:00 – Labor Progression at Home: Walks, stretches, spicy food, and water labor to encourage contractions...what worked best?!34:00 – Hospital Arrival & Intense Labor: Laboring in the tub, the mucus plug, positioning, and working through contractions37:00 – Pushing & the Birth: How she handled pushing, birthing positions, and witnessing her baby’s birth46:41 – Immediate Postpartum & Skin-to-Skin: Delayed cord-clamping, getting her baby to her chest, and bonding49:00 – Her Best Advice for Moms & Dads: Take a listen, it's so good!!Whether you’re just starting your pregnancy journey or counting down the final weeks, Daizjah’s story is a powerful reminder that preparation, faith, and trusting your body can make all the difference.If you’re ready to feel empowered, confident, and inspired for your own birth, this episode is a must-listen AND the My Essential Birth Course is your next right step!https://www.myessentialbirth.com/getstarted✨ Don’t forget to FOLLOW the show so you never miss an episode that makes pregnancy & birth feel easier! Here’s how to do it in just 2 seconds: On Apple Podcasts → Tap the “+” Follow button in the top right corner of the show page. On Spotify → Tap the “Follow” button right under the show title. Let's Connect!Join the Course! https://www.myessentialbirth.com/getstartedEmail: [email protected]. Follow @myessentialbirth on INSTAGRAM!

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• Pregnancy & Postpartum Nutrition: Myths, Milk Supply & Weight Loss

  Join the My Essential Birth Course by October 7th and get exclusive Affirmations BONUSES:featuring a calming Birth Affirmations Audio Track and 25 beautifully crafted, printable Birth Affirmation Cards to keep you grounded, confident, and inspired for birth.Grab it Here: https://www.myessentialbirth.com/getstartedEverywhere you turn, someone has an opinion about what you should eat during pregnancy, how fast you should bounce back postpartum, or the “magic foods” that will skyrocket your milk supply. But how much of it is actually true?In this week’s episode, I sit down with Brooke Harmer— mama, nutritionist, and postpartum advocate — to answer questions like; Should I eat this? How do I increase my milk supply? How can I lose some of this baby weight? - yep, we cover it all!Here’s What You’ll Learn in This Episode:3:00 — Meet Brooke & Why She’s So Passionate About This WorkHer story and why nutrition is more than just food for moms.7:05 — Pregnancy Nutrition (Without the Overwhelm)The #1 thing to focus on that keeps it simple and stress-free.10:32 — Eating During Labor?!Why food is fuel — even when you’re in the thick of contractions.17:52 — Epidural Moms, This Is for YouSpoiler: you still need to eat. Here’s why.18:45 — Vaginal vs. Cesarean RecoveryHow birth type changes what your body needs to heal.21:27 — “Colic” Isn’t Real?Why Brooke says colic is the IBS of baby diagnoses.24:22 — If You’re Given Antibiotics Postpartum…The crucial step you can’t skip for your recovery.28:37 — The Myths That Keep Moms From HealingWhy salads and smoothies may not be the best postpartum foods.34:07 — The Truth About Postpartum Weight LossWhere your focus should actually be (and how to get there safely).42:21 — How Birth Experience Affects BreastfeedingWhat no one tells you about birth and milk supply.46:29 — Boosting Milk SupplySimple steps that actually work.49:20 — The #1 Thing Moms Need PostpartumBrooke’s most important advice for every mama.Links we mentioned in the episode:  Brooke's Website: https://www.thewellnourishedmama.comThe Well Nourished Mama Membership: https://www.thewellnourishedmama.com/app The Confident Mama Masterclass: https://thewellnourishedmama.myflodesk.com/the-confident-mama The New Mama Postpartum Recovery Cookbook: https://thewellnourishedmama.myflodesk.com/the-new-mama Just Ingredients (bone broth & probiotic): https://justingredients.us/Needed Probiotics: https://thisisneeded.com/✨ Don’t forget to FOLLOW the show so you never miss an episode that makes pregnancy & birth feel easier! Here’s how to do it in just 2 seconds: On Apple Podcasts → Tap the “+” Follow button in the top right corner of the show page. On Spotify → Tap the “Follow” button right under the show title. Let's Connect!Join the Course! https://www.myessentialbirth.com/getstartedEmail: [email protected]. Follow @myessentialbirth on INSTAGRAM!

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• "BIG" Baby?! The Exact Steps to Take Right Now!

  Join the My Essential Birth Course by October 7th and get the exclusive Rise & Birth Pack (My Essential Birth Course PLUS downloadable Birth Affirmations Audio + Affirmation Cards) Grab it here: https://www.myessentialbirth.com/getstartedIf you've ever been told you have a suspected "BIG" baby, you know that the stress of hearing that statement can be overwhelming. Talks of extra ultrasounds, monitoring, induction, and even cesarean birth start becoming part of your regular office visits. You want to make the very best, and safest decisions for your baby during this pregnancy and birth, but maybe you're feeling unsure about the information or pushed into interventions you're uncomfortable with. You're in the right place!! In this episode, I walk you through, step-by-step, exactly what having a suspected "BIG" baby means, what all of your options really are, and what you need to do to prepare yourself and your birth partner for a birth you'll love! Never fear mama. Take some nice deep breaths and get to listening. 🎧 Check out the Show Notes Here: https://www.myessentialbirth.com/blog/big-baby-the-exact-steps-to-take-right-now✨ Don’t forget to FOLLOW the show so you never miss an episode that makes pregnancy & birth feel easier! Here’s how to do it in just 2 seconds: On Apple Podcasts → Tap the “+” Follow button in the top right corner of the show page. On Spotify → Tap the “Follow” button right under the show title. Let's Connect!Join the Course! https://www.myessentialbirth.com/getstartedEmail: [email protected]. Follow @myessentialbirth on INSTAGRAM!

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