The Birth Zone

Birth Affirmations

09 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Enjoy a peaceful meditation with affirmations you can use for pregnancy and birth. Brought to you by Jasmine Sassack, doula and founder of The Birth Z...

Intuition: Podcast Recommendation

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A quick plug got a great podcast episode to listen to!

Do doulas do hospital births?

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're dispelling the myth that doulas only work at home births! For more info please visit https://www.thebirthzone.com/.

Interview with Breast Cancer Previvor

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview Sheen Watterson shares her experience getting a preventative prophylactic mastectomy just months after her wedding due to an increas...

8 Things To Know About Inductions

15 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you're planning on an induction for your labor or birth, you want to make sure you know these eight things beforehand. Brought to you by Jasmine Sa...

An Induction Birth Story

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For my first birth I was induced at over 41 weeks pregnant. After 51 hours of labor I delivered my ten pound sunny-side-up baby! Here's what I wish I ...

Interview with a Surrogate

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode Jasmine interviews Kristina, a three-time surrogate/gestational carrier. If you're interested in learning more about becoming ...

Meditation: Birth As a Natural Function

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join Jasmine Sassack as she leads a short meditation and breathing exercise that you can use during pregnancy and labor. Jasmine is a birth doula, chi...

What Causes a Difficult Labor?

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Why are some labors so easy and comfortable, and others are so long and difficult? The answer probably isn't what you're guessing!

What Happens When Your Water Breaks?

28 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wondering what it's like when your water breaks in pregnancy or labor? This short episode has all the info you need! From https://www.thebirthzone.com...

Listening to Intuition in Birth

12 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

These short but powerful daily meditations help pregnant people learn how to slip into The Birth Zone, where you’ll effectively tune out all distrac...

Meditation: Speaking Up For Yourself

06 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

These short but powerful daily meditations help pregnant people learn how to slip into The Birth Zone, where you’ll effectively tune out all distrac...

Advice: Advocating for Yourself

30 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Want to be prepared to advocate for yourself in labor? Don't miss this one!! For more info visit https://www.thebirthzone.com/. The YouTube channel me...

Meditation: I can handle this.

18 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

These short but powerful daily meditations help pregnant people learn how to slip into The Birth Zone, where you’ll effectively tune out all distrac...

Meditation: Envisioning Baby's Perfect Position

02 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

These short but powerful daily meditations help pregnant people learn how to slip into The Birth Zone, where you’ll effectively tune out all distrac...

The Secret About Emergency Cesarean Sections

21 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Pregnancy and labor advice from doula and childbirth educator Jasmine Sassack of www.thebirthzone.com.

Meditation: Pelvic Floor Appreciation

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

These short but powerful daily meditations help pregnant people learn how to slip into The Birth Zone, where you’ll effectively tune out all distrac...

Advice: Don't Let People Stick Their Fingers in Your Vagina (Unless You Want To)

05 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Pregnancy and labor advice from doula and childbirth educator Jasmine Sassack of www.thebirthzone.com.

I am worthy of this pregnancy, birth, and baby. A birth affirmation meditation.

01 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

These short but powerful daily meditations help pregnant people learn how to slip into The Birth Zone, where you’ll effectively tune out all distrac...

I feel the energy of life coursing through my body. A pregnancy meditation.

17 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

These short but powerful daily meditations help pregnant people learn how to slip into The Birth Zone, where you’ll effectively tune out all distrac...

I choose gratitude. A pregnancy affirmation meditation.

10 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

These short but powerful daily meditations help pregnant people learn how to slip into The Birth Zone, where you’ll effectively tune out all distrac...

I will not be pregnant forever. A pregnancy meditation.

27 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

These short but powerful daily meditations help pregnant people learn how to slip into The Birth Zone, where you’ll effectively tune out all distrac...

I reach out for support. A pregnancy affirmation meditation.

21 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

These short but powerful daily meditations help pregnant people learn how to slip into The Birth Zone, where you’ll effectively tune out all distrac...

I ease into my discomfort. A meditation for labor.

18 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

These short but powerful daily meditations help pregnant people learn how to slip into The Birth Zone, where you’ll effectively tune out all distrac...

My baby will choose the perfect birth date. A birth affirmation meditation.

04 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

These short but powerful daily meditations help pregnant people learn how to slip into The Birth Zone, where you’ll effectively tune out all distrac...

This is just a thought. A pregnancy and birth affirmation meditation.

29 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

These short but powerful daily meditations help pregnant people learn how to slip into The Birth Zone, where you’ll effectively tune out all distrac...

I am grateful for my body.

22 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

These short but powerful daily meditations help pregnant people learn how to slip into The Birth Zone, where you’ll effectively tune out all distrac...

Energy Centers Pregnancy Meditation

15 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is a five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack, a doula and HypnoBirthing childbirth educator. These exe...

Pregnancy Pep Talk

14 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is a pep talk for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack, a doula and HypnoBirthing childbirth educator. These exercises are perfect for anyone...

Flourish. A birth affirmation meditation.

13 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is a five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack, a doula and HypnoBirthing childbirth educator. These exe...

I will know when the time is right. A birth affirmation meditation.

12 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is a five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack, a doula and HypnoBirthing childbirth educator. These exe...

My fears pass through me. A birth affirmation meditation.

10 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is a five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack, a doula and HypnoBirthing childbirth educator. These exe...

Let it be. A birth affirmation meditation.

08 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is a five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack, a doula and HypnoBirthing childbirth educator. These exe...

There is nothing I need to do. A birth affirmation meditation.

07 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is a five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack, a doula and HypnoBirthing childbirth educator. These exe...

The only time is now. A birth affirmation meditation.

03 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is a five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack, a doula and HypnoBirthing childbirth educator. These exe...

My baby will fit. A birth affirmation meditation.

30 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is a five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack, a doula and HypnoBirthing childbirth educator. These exe...

I turn to the light. A birth affirmation meditation.

22 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is a five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack, a doula and HypnoBirthing childbirth educator. These exe...

I trust my baby's birth plans. A birth affirmation meditation.

21 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is a five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack, a doula and HypnoBirthing childbirth educator. These exe...

All the strength I need is within me. A birth affirmation meditation.

17 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is a five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack, a doula and HypnoBirthing childbirth educator. These exe...

My baby will be here soon. A birth affirmation meditation.

16 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is a five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack, a doula and HypnoBirthing childbirth educator. These exe...

I am prepared for my baby's birth. A birth affirmation meditation.

15 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is a five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack, a doula and HypnoBirthing childbirth educator. These exe...

Amazing things are happening. A birth affirmation meditation.

10 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is a five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack, a doula and HypnoBirthing childbirth educator. These exe...

This is my baby's birth. A birth affirmation meditation.

08 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is a five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack, a doula and HypnoBirthing childbirth educator. These exe...

I surrender to this experience. A birth affirmation meditation.

07 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is a five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack, a doula and HypnoBirthing childbirth educator. These exe...

I am focused on a gentle birth. A birth affirmation meditation.

04 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is a five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack, a doula and HypnoBirthing childbirth educator. These exe...

My body will heal. A birth affirmation meditation.

03 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is a five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack, a doula and HypnoBirthing childbirth educator. These exe...

My mind quiets.

02 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack. For more information please visit https://www.thebirthzone.com/

I am going to have a beautiful birth.

01 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack. For more information please visit https://www.thebirthzone.com/

I dwell in gratitude.

26 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack. For more information please visit https://www.thebirthzone.com/

I am prepared for whatever birth my baby needs.

24 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack. For more information please visit https://www.thebirthzone.com/

This pain will not last forever.

23 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack. For more information please visit https://www.thebirthzone.com/

My breathing is slow and controlled.

21 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack. For more information please visit https://www.thebirthzone.com/

I find joy in the process.

19 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack. For more information please visit https://www.thebirthzone.com/

I am getting closer and closer to holding my baby.

18 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack. For more information please visit https://www.thebirthzone.com/

I let peace wash over me.

18 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Five-minute relaxation and meditation for pregnancy and labor from Jasmine Sassack. For more information please visit https://www.thebirthzone.com/

Miracles happen every day, every where.

13 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

This will be worth it.

12 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

Special Episode: Healing Birth

11 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode of The Birth Zone we share an interview with Dr. Beebe Dericks from the Healing Birth podcast.

My baby is safe within my womb.

10 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

I release my fears about birth.

09 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

All emotions and feelings are okay.

08 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

I can overcome hard things.

07 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

I listen to my body.

06 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

I don't need to have all the answers.

05 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

I breathe. I relax. I open.

04 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

My body knows what to do.

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

I feel the strength of those who've come before me.

02 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

I release my need to control the outcome.

01 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

I have confidence in my abilities to parent.

31 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

I follow my body's lead.

30 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

I am deeply connected to my baby.

29 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

All I need to do today is grow this baby.

28 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

I can say "no thanks" to bad advice.

27 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

Breastfeeding will come naturally. My body was designed to do this.

26 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

I trust nature's process.

24 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

My baby will choose their birthdate.

23 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

I soften.

22 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

I go with the flow.

21 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

My body relaxes and opens.

20 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

I go within to my baby.

19 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

I feel grounded and secure.

18 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

I blow out all tension.

16 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Birth Zon...

My baby will choose the perfect birthdate.

14 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit http://www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Bi...

I am stronger than I think.

13 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit http://www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Bi...

I am enough for my baby.

12 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit http://www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Bi...

Every sensation is a glorious reminder of my baby.

11 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit http://www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Bi...

I ride each wave with grace.

10 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit http://www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Bi...

I breathe out gratitude.

09 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit http://www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Bi...

I am confident in my decisions.

08 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit http://www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Bi...

I am capable of great things.

07 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit http://www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Bi...

I feel tremendous power.

06 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit http://www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Bi...

I breathe down to my baby.

05 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit http://www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Bi...

I am strong and capable. I can handle this.

27 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit http://www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Bi...

I am patient with the process as my birth unfolds.

27 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit http://www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Bi...

Black Lives Matter

25 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode breaks from our usual format for a special PSA collaboration with #podcastersforjustice

I zone in on my baby and my birth, and zone out all distractions.

24 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit http://www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Bi...

I radiate beauty and accept my changing body.

23 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit http://www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Bi...

My baby chooses the perfect position for my birth.

22 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit http://www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Bi...

I embrace my pregnancy and birth exactly as they happen.

21 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit http://www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Bi...

There is an ocean of love within me.

20 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This five-minute relaxation helps you prepare for a mindful and powerful birth. Visit http://www.familytreebirth.com for more information about The Bi...