The NaturalBirth Talk
Episodes
Farewell with Rachel & Tiffany
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
THANK YOU ALL FOR LISTENING THE PAST SEVERAL YEARS!!!It's so hard to say goodbye! Tiffany & Rachel remember & reminisce about past episod...
Re-Lactation with Ammie Harris
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes a woman weans her baby from breastfeeding, maybe because of a surgery, a medication, or a stressful moment, & later wishes to breastfeed...
Dynamic Body Balancing: Craniosacral & Myofascial Work w/ Tiffany Muniz, CLC
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dynamic Body Balancing, along with general craniosacral and/or myofascial release, helps release trauma from the body and allow it to produce its own ...
Breech, VBAC, and More w/ Dr. Elliot Berlin, DC from Informed Pregnancy Podcast
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Elliot Berlin joins us again, this time to chat about vaginal breech birth, as well as a little about VBACs, the 4th Trimester, and more! Our focu...
Finding a Care Provider Who Fits Your Needs & a Home Birth Story w/ Ammie Harris
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ammie Harris joins us again, this time to tell us about her 3rd home birth (4th birth) and the importance of having a care provider who matches with y...
Fascia, Its Effects on Labor, & a New In-Labor App for Moms & Birth Workers w/ Marya Eddaifi
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fascia connects throughout our entire bodies and can play a large role in labor patterns, including prodromal and stalled/prolonged labors. Marya Edd...
Welcome Back & a VBAC Chat w/ Rachel & Tiffany
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
WELCOME BACK!!!Tiffany & Rachel are here to update you about the past several months AND tell you about some wild and wonderful VBAC stories they&...
Stillbirth Tips for Doulas & Other Birth Workers w/ Doula & Nurse Cynthia Kenyon
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stillbirth is especially hard for the parents, but it is also hard for the birth team & the rest of the family. Whether the birth is in a hospital...
Story: Stillbirth w/ Subsequent Home Delivery w/ Childbirth Educator Jillian Bien, Part 2
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stillbirth is always sad and traumatic. Jillian shares her stillbirth with subsequent home delivery in this 2-part story, explaining why she chose to ...
Story: Stillbirth w/ Subsequent Home Delivery w/ Childbirth Educator Jillian Bien, Part 1
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stillbirth is always sad and traumatic. Jillian shares her stillbirth with subsequent home delivery in this 2-part story, explaining why she chose to ...
Fertility Awareness Method (FAM) w/ Carly from Bluebird Doula Co
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Most women use hormonal methods of birth control, but there is another effective option that has no side effects! Fertility Awareness Method is a mode...
Pro Tips for Dads from a Dad w/ Scott, Rachel's Husband
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Moms are not the only ones who feel nervous about birth, dads often do, too! Here are some pro tips for dads from an experienced dad who has had a hos...
Advocating Tips from a Labor & Delivery Nurse w/ Nurse Christina
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Many moms are afraid to advocate for themselves in the hospital. But that shouldn't be the case! Nurse Christina joins us today to tell us all ab...
Tips for Working Through Fears about Birth w/ Aly McClain from the Peaceful Homebirth Podcast
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our modern cultures teaches us that we should fear birth. But that just isn't true! Regardless, many of us still have fears and concerns surround...
Gestational Diabetes w/ Lily Nichols, RDN, Author of "Real Food for Gestational Diabetes"
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gestational diabetes is fairly common among pregnancy women in America. Lily Nichols, author of Real Food for Gestational Diabetes and renowned regist...
Q & A, Intervention Series, Episode 8
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We covered so many topics in our birth intervention series, but we couldn't cover everything! Here are several questions from listeners & our...
Postpartum Interventions, Intervention Series, Episode 7
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are many postpartum interventions that are standard in most hospitals. But many women don't think about these things when they make their b...
Upright Positions & Movement- Intervention Series, Episode 6
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Many hospitals want mom to stay in bed during labor & then push on her back. But Tiffany & I know from experience that upright positions &...
Pain Medications for Birth- Intervention Series, Episode 5
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pain medications during birth are incredibly common in developed countries. Unfortunately, most moms don't understand the full potential side eff...
Medical Induction Techniques- Intervention Series, Episode 4
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Medical induction is extremely overused in developed countries, and it is often made to seem perfectly safe and risk-free. Unfortunately, that is NOT ...
Natural Induction Techniques- Intervention Series, Episode 3
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are many natural labor induction techniques out there. They are often thought of as harmless, so why not try them?! But most people don't r...
Fetal Monitoring during Birth- Intervention Series, Episode 2
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Continuous fetal monitoring during birth is the most common way to monitor a baby in a hospital, but is it the best way? Join Tiffany & Rachel as ...
IVs & Eating during Labor- Intervention Series, Episode 1
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
IVs are standard during most hospital labors. And many hospitals still have a rule against eating during labor. Why is this? Join Tiffany & Rachel...
Birth Story Processing w/ Emmy Kissinger from ArrivalStories.co
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us have traumatic birth stories in some way, but we don't know how to deal with them. Emmy Kissinger talks with us about the Birth Story ...
Mental Exhaustion & Adrenal Fatigue w/ Maura Eliza from Flex Health with Maura
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mental exhaustion & adrenal fatigue are real problems in our modern society, especially for pregnant & postpartum moms. Maura Eliza, a traditi...
Postpartum Nourishment w/ Holly from Mama Meals
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Most moms know to prepare for birth, but many don't realize you need to prepare for postpartum, too! Holly from Mama Meals has created a fabulous...
Emotion Code, Body Code, & Trapped Emotions w/ Marya Eddaifi
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Eastern medicine has always valued the effects of emotions on the body, but that thinking has been lost in most western medicine. Join Marya Eddaifi, ...
How Breastfeeding Affects Your Pelvic Floor w/ Jenn Lormand from Tighten Your Tinkler
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Many women know that breastfeeding can affect their posture, but did you know that it also affects their pelvic floor? Join Jenn from Tighten Your Tin...
Mindfulness, Movement, & Mindset: How to Start Your Day Well w/ Andrew Pudewa from the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW)
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to start your day well, pregnant or postpartum, with these tried & true tips from Andrew Pudewa, a classical educator & researcher f...
Transition & Pitocin w/ Corinne Brown from Love Your Labor
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Transition is the hardest time during most labors, but it is much easier to cope with if you know that ahead of time & are prepared with a good mi...
Twins Talk w/ Dr. Stu from Birthing Instincts
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Twins occur in 1 out of 35 pregnancies! If you are expecting twins, you'll likely automatically be labeled high risk. But Dr. Stuart Fischbein ha...
Kellsie's Planned Vaginal Breech Birth at Home- Home Vaginal Breech Birth Series 3/3
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the hospital, breech babies are almost always born via c-section. But many home birth providers will offer vaginal breech birth! Listen to Kellsie ...
Holly's Surprise Vaginal Breech Birth at Home- Home Vaginal Breech Birth Series 2/3
03 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Vaginal breech birth IS possible! Join Holly as she tells us all about her surprise vaginal breech home birth. Baby had been head down just a short wh...
Vaginal Breech Birth at Home w/ Midwife Deb Lowrence, CNM- Home Vaginal Breech Birth Series 1/3
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It is hard to find a doctor or midwife who attends vaginal breech birth! In most areas of the United States, home birth is the only option if you don&...
Movement, Yoga, Queefing, & Birth Prep Talk w/ Becca Meredith, OT & Perinatal Yoga Instructor
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Movement in pregnancy, including yoga, is SO beneficial and necessary. In an unplanned turn of events, we also heavily focus on queefing and what you ...
Questions for Your 6 Week Postpartum Visit w/ Christina Walsh from Tighten Your Tinkler
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After birthing their babies, most moms wait a full 6 weeks for a postpartum check up. Christina Walsh, physical therapist & co-founder of Tighten ...
Midwifery Model of Care & Meet the New Co-Host, Tiffany Muniz, CLC
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Learn more about the midwifery model of care, how to choose a good provider, hear some good & bad birth stories, & get to know our new co-host...
VBAC Choice & Education with Dr. Berlin from Informed Pregnancy Podcast
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
VBAC, or vaginal birth after c-section, has been proven safe for the large majority of moms. However, it is often not offered as an option, especially...
Pelvic Floor Health w/ Lindsay McCoy from The Body Ready Method
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Your pelvic floor is SO important in pregnancy, birth, AND postpartum! There are many methods for supporting that, including online & in-person. L...
Benefits, Safety, & History of Vaginal (Yoni) Steaming w/ Jessica Pratt of Leia Moon
20 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Vaginal steaming, also called yoni-, womb-, or V-steam, is a time-honored tradition in many traditional cultures. It is very safe & can help moms ...
Interview Questions for Birth Doulas w/ Doula Tiffany Muniz
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When interviewing a birth doula, you want to find someone who fits with you. Here is a comprehensive list that Doula & Lactation Counselor, Tiffan...
Ultra Processed Foods & Mental Health w/ Coach David Greenwalt
13 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ultra processed foods (UPFs) are a common part of the American Diet. But more & more studies are linking these foods with increased rates of menta...
Vaginal Breech Birth w/ Dr. David Hayes from Breech Without Borders
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Vaginal Breech Birth used to be a variation of normal & everyone was trained in how to safely attend one, but the art has been lost in the last se...
Accidental Unassisted Home Birth with Ammie Harris
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An accidental unassisted birth happens when you planned a birth with a care provider, but your birth is so fast that they don't make it! Join Amm...
Spinning Babies® with Creator Gail Tully, CPM
02 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Spinning Babies® is an approach that brings comfort in pregnancy & ease in birth. Using different movements/exercises that supports the body from...
Homeopathy in Pregnancy, Birth, & Postpartum w/ Molly Erlinger, a Classically Trained Homeopath
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Homeopthy in pregnancy, birth, & postpartum has many benefits & minimal negative side effects. Listen to Molly, a classically trained homeopat...
Incorporating Spirituality & Christianity into Birth with Mary Haseltine of "Made for This Birth"
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Birth is not only physical & mental, but also very spiritual. Mary Haseltine from "Made for This Birth" joins us to give her best reason...
A Teen Mom's Pregnancy & Home Birth Journey with Anna Kanoy
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Teen & surprise pregnancies are never easy. BUT that doesn't mean they can't be empowered, inspired, & beautiful. Anna Kanoy shares ...
Pregnancy Nutrition with Lily Nichols, RDN
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nutrition is VERY important in pregnancy, but it is often overlooked. Lily Nichols, RDN, author of Real Food for Pregnancy, joins us today to talk abo...
Mindset & Mental Preparation for Birth with Marya Eddaifi
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mindset & mental preparation are SO important when preparing for birth. Marya is a military nurse that has extensive training in this topic, break...
How Birth Affects Baby's Oral Development with Dr. Andrew Dorough, CACCP
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Andrew Dorough is a chiropractor specializing in pediatrics, who has been committing much of his time lately to researching how birth plays a roll...
Preconception & Fertility with Dr. Lindsey Langendorf, DC
12 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you are planning on becoming pregnant or struggling to conceive, you have options! Lindsey Langendorf touches the tip of the iceberg with our chat ...
A Dad's Perspective on Birth with Dr. Daniel Leach, DC
15 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dad's/partner's need more recognition in the birth world! We don't often hear about how birth affects dad/partner, so that is the goal ...
Tips for Having a Hospital Induction WITHOUT Pain Meds with Ammie Harris
01 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It is much harder to have a natural birth in a hospital setting, especially if you are induced. Ammie Harris shares the different techniques that help...
Natural Birth in a High-Risk Pregnancy with Stephanie Kraft-Sheley
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A high-risk pregnancy does NOT mean you can't have a natural & empowering birth. Stephanie, who was high-risk for several reasons including a...
Lip Tie & Other Oral Ties in Babies with Abeille Speech & Feeding
04 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Oral ties (lip, tongue, & cheek ties), as well as other oral dysfunctions, are commonly missed or misdiagnosed in babies. Today, Nicole Edwin and ...
Managing Emotions in Pregnancy & Postpartum with Elizabeth from Emotionally Healthy Legacy
20 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Managing your emotions in pregnancy and postpartum can be tough! Body, hormone, and lifestyle changes, as well as other things are uncontrollable fact...
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy with Dr. Brooke Kalisiak
06 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Many women know that pelvic floor physical therapy can be helpful for postpartum, but don't realize the huge role their pelvic floor muscles play...
Natural Miscarriage with Doula & Nurse Amanda Lindemann
23 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Miscarriage does NOT have to be medical. Amanda Lindemann shares both of her natural, home miscarriage stories. We chat about:Miscarriage optionsHer e...
Natural Unassisted Birth with Doula Nicole Dmitrasz, Natural Birth Settings Series 4/4
15 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Unassisted or Free or Wild birth is legal in all 50 states & the large majority of places in the world, but is not a common choice for many reason...
Natural Home Birth with Midwife Allison Dougherty, Natural Birth Settings Series 3/4
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Home birth is a wonderful option for any low risk mom wanting a natural birth. In fact, studies have shown that home birth is actually SAFER than hosp...
Natural Birth Center Birth with Midwife Erin Everett, Natural Birth Settings Series 2/4
02 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In part 2 of the Natural Birth Settings Series, we talk about natural birth in a birth center. This type of birth is a wonderful middle ground between...
Natural Hospital Birth with Midwife Kari Reimann- Natural Birth Settings Series,1/4
25 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are many settings for a natural birth. It can be in a hospital, birth center, or at home; this series will cover all 3 locations, & a bonus ...
All About Breastfeeding with Dr. Jennifer Margulis
11 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Breastfeeding rates in the U.S. are much lower than they should be; lower than most other developed and undeveloped countries. And formula is thought ...
Hypnobabies® Hypnobirthing with Heather Irwin
04 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are many ways to cope with the intense sensations of natural birth, and hypnobirthing is one of them! In this episode, Heather Irwin and I talk ...
Mamas Need (More) Love; How to Love Moms Better in the Perinatal Period with Shannon Earley
28 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mamas need more love! Especially in our developed cultures where all the emphasis is on the baby. Shannon Early, from the Mamas Need Love podcast, &am...
Intuition in Pregnancy & Birth with Kaila Corsiglia
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In our American culture, we are not taught to trust our instincts or listen to our inner voice. However, there is wisdom in our intuition & we nee...
Emotional Healing Using Generational Emotional Mapping (GEM) with Meredith Ruben Daniels
14 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our previous emotions play a large role in pregnancy and birth, so healing negative emotions/emotional energy is vital! There are many ways to do that...
VBAC (Vaginal Birth after C-section) with Jen Kamel of VBAC Facts
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
VBAC, or vaginal birth after cesarean, is becoming a more desired option verses simply having a repeat c-section. Unfortunately, many care providers s...
Postpartum Core Recovery Workouts with Dr. Danielle Fishel, DC, CACCP
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It can be for a mom to take care of herself in the postpartum period! Many women want to start working out, but don't know how to do it safely &a...
Talking Natural Birth with Dr. Brooke Kalisiak, PT, DPT, WCS
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I'm mixing it up a bit and am the interviewee in this episode about natural birth! Dr. Brooke Kalisiak, a pelvic floor physical therapist in St. ...
Postpartum Mood Disorders with Beth Ahlin, a Licensed Professional Counselor
07 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Most people know about postpartum depression, but many do NOT know about the array of other mood disorders that can in the perinatal period. Therapist...
The Importance of Childbirth Education with Samanda Rossi
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Childbirth education is SO important! Before the hospitalization of birth in the 1900s, children grew up around it & learned by experiencing it. B...
Birth Photography with Dana Jacobs, Dana Jacobs Photography
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Many women think birth photography is weird! But it can capture one of the most amazing and beautiful moments of your life! In this episode, I intervi...
Prenatal Massage with Danielle Dudley
17 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Prenatal massage is NOT just for feeling good! Danielle Dudley explains ALL of the benefits of prenatal massage, addresses a BIG myth, gives guidance ...
Herbs and Safety with Demetria Clark, Founder of Heart of Herbs Herbal School
10 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Herbs are all around us and can be SO beneficial for pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. They provide vitamins, minerals, and taste great! In this epi...
Carbs, Proteins, Fats, AND Enzymes with Dr. Jeanne Sandheinrich, DC, CACCP
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nutrition and proper diet are often a second thought for most people when it comes to health, including pregnant women. But Dr. Jeanne and I discuss t...
Placenta Encapsulation with Lisa VanDyne, the St. Louis Placenta Lady
27 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The placenta is the organ that protects, feeds, & nourishes your baby before they are born. After the birth of the baby, the placenta is born and ...
Chiropractic for Pregnancy with Dr. Casey Brooks, DC, CACCP
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Webster-certified chiropractic care during pregnancy is incredibly beneficial! Some chiropractors have attended a special training in the Webster Tech...
No Epidural? Why?! with Doula Britni Sisco
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many moms are starting to question **epidural use** in labor. Are they safe? Are they necessary? What is in it and what are ALL the side effects? In t...
Essential Oils for Birth with Stephanie Lind, Co-Founder of Brilliant Birth Academy
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Essential oils are becoming more and more popular, including for birth! However, many women do not know the specific uses and safety rules that apply ...
Postpartum Doulas with Kathleen Robbins
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Postpartum Doulas do amazing work! They are part of the "village" that is often missing for parents in America, are a wonderful support, &am...
What's a Birth Doula? with Rebecca Pupillo, Doula
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Having a birth doula can make a world of difference in a birth! In fact, it has been shown that they decrease cesarean births, decrease labor times, d...
Vaginal (Yoni) Steaming with Tina Bilodeau, CD(DONA)
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Vaginal (or Yoni) steaming is a time-honored tradition for postpartum women in many cultures. It sounds weird, but I promise it is great! Today, we ch...
Physiological Birth with Doula, Tiffany Muniz
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Physiological Birth is becoming more and more desirable as time goes on because people are realizing that medical intervention is unnecessary and has ...
Midwife Basics with Maggie Petry, CNM
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Certified Nurse Midwife Maggie Petry joins us on The Natural Birth Talk today to talk about the basics of midwifery care. Maggie has worked in all 3 m...
6 Important Tips for Body Balancing with Steffanie Thomas, Doula
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Body Balancing includes different exercises and techniques that help your bones, ligaments, muscles, and fascia to be nicely aligned and balanced so y...