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The Breath & Birth Co Podcast
Pregnant and craving evidence-based guidance but not more conflicting advice?
Tune in twice a week with Vanessa Bauman (DONA-International Certified Birth Doula, Certified Prenatal Yoga Teacher, and Certified Childbirth Educator) for practical tools, calm mind-body practices, and real-life birth wisdom you can trust.
What you’ll hear
- Monday Meditations – 10–15-minute breathwork & visualization sessions that lower stress hormones and deepen your bond with baby. (Keywords: pregnancy meditation, prenatal yoga breathing, relaxation techniques for labor)
- Thoughtful Thursdays – Expert interviews, empowering birth stories, and research-backed tips to help you advocate for the birth you want… whether that’s unmedicated, epidural-assisted, or belly-birth. (Keywords: evidence-based birth, hospital birth, natural birth, cesarean support, birth plan)
Why listen?
- Merge intuition + modern medicine so you can make confident decisions
- Learn doula-approved coping skills, labor positions, and postpartum prep
- Feel supported by a community that values calm, confidence, and connection
🔔 Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen, and start your transformation from anxious to empowered parent-to-be… one episode at a time.
(Educational content only; not a substitute for personalized medical advice.)
The Breath & Birth Co Podcast
The Briggs: From Infertility to an Unmedicated Hospital Birth Story
In this episode of the Breath and Birth Co. podcast, Brianna and Zak Briggs join us from Iowa. They candidly share their path to parenthood, dealing with infertility and advocating for the right care, ultimately leading to the unmedicated hospital birth of their son, Landon. They discuss the importance of holistic care approaches involving acupuncture, chiropractic care, and extensive childbirth education. Brianna provides insights into labor positions, the impact of partner support, and navigating the postpartum phase. This episode is rich with advice on trusting your intuition, informed consent, and preparing for birth holistically.
- 00:00:00 Welcome to the Breath and Birth Co. Podcast
- 00:00:47 Introducing Brianna and Zach's Journey
- 00:01:36 Struggles with Infertility and Advocacy
- 00:04:44 Exploring Alternative Medicine
- 00:06:40 Acupuncture and Conception
- 00:09:27 Pregnancy Journey and Preparations
- 00:15:09 Birth Classes and Partner Involvement
- 00:34:16 Navigating Early Labor
- 00:48:03 The Struggles of Early Labor
- 00:48:54 Navigating Hospital Protocols
- 00:50:04 Coping Mechanisms and Support
- 00:51:25 The Intensity of Transition
- 00:53:20 The Final Push and Delivery
- 00:55:47 Postpartum Challenges and Recovery
- 01:17:46 Breastfeeding Struggles and Solutions
- 01:31:49 Reflections and Advice for New Parents
- 01:37:48 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
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