The Breath & Birth Co Podcast
Welcome to The Breath & Birth Co Podcast — a space for mindful preparation and grounded transformation through pregnancy, birth, and beyond.
Hosted by Vanessa Bauman, Certified Birth Doula, Childbirth Educator, and Prenatal Yoga, Breathwork, and Meditation Teacher, this podcast bridges evidence-based education with intuitive wisdom to help you feel informed, empowered, and at peace throughout your journey.
Each episode invites you to pause, breathe, and learn through guided meditations, expert interviews, and real birth stories that nurture your mind-body connection and strengthen your confidence.
Whether you’re preparing for your first birth, planning a VBAC, or seeking a calmer start to parenthood, you’ll find tools, stories, and support to help you cultivate calm, confidence, and connection every step of the way.
(Educational content only; not a substitute for medical advice. Visit breathandbirthco.com/disclaimer for full details.)
Keywords:
- pregnancy podcast
- prenatal education
- childbirth education
- evidence-based birth
- doula tips
- birth stories
- pregnancy meditation
- prenatal yoga
- mindfulness for pregnancy
- labor preparation
- birth plan support
- calm birth techniques
- cesarean birth preparation
- hospital birth advocacy
- breathing exercises for labor
- relaxation for pregnancy
- postpartum recovery tips
- mind-body connection
- birth confidence
- pregnancy affirmations
The Breath & Birth Co Podcast
28. Choosing an OBGYN with Confidence, with Daisy Vance (Birth Doula & Certified Breastfeeding Counselor)
In this episode of the Breath and Birth Co Podcast, host Vanessa, a hospital-based DONA-certified birth doula, is joined by Daisy Vance, an experienced Birth Doula and Certified Breastfeeding Counselor from Westerville, Ohio. They explore crucial topics such as the importance of selecting a supportive care provider, the value of prenatal and postpartum support services, and practical tips for making the most of prenatal appointments. Daisy shares her journey into birth work, emphasizing the significance of seeking aligned and supportive care, including recommendations for additional resources like chiropractors, massage therapists, and supportive community groups. Join the conversation to feel informed, supported, and empowered on your pregnancy journey.
- 00:00 Introduction to the Breath and Birth Co Podcast
- 00:47 Meet Daisy Vance: Certified Birth Doula
- 02:01 Daisy's Journey into Birth Work
- 04:27 Choosing the Right Care Provider
- 06:22 The Importance of Asking Questions
- 20:02 Building Your Birth Team
- 24:02 Maximizing Your Prenatal Appointments
- 24:44 The Beauty and Challenges of Pregnancy
- 25:12 Preparing for Prenatal Appointments
- 25:56 Communicating with Your Provider
- 27:24 Switching Providers: Steps and Considerations
- 29:20 Community Support and Resources
- 32:03 Hospital Birth Realities
- 34:59 Empowerment and Birth Preferences
- 38:01 Books and Resources for Expecting Parents
- 43:16 The Importance of Support
- 45:14 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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