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In this episode of The Born Wild Podcast, Sophia sits down with Laurisa Paul, RN and founder of Girls Who Know, to explore how early education shapes women’s relationships with their bodies and birth. Laurisa shares her personal journey through multiple birth experiences—from highly medicalized to deeply intuitive—and how those experiences led her to create a program that teaches girls body literacy, cycle awareness, and self-trust. Together, they discuss the gaps in traditional education, the long-term impact of disconnection from the body, and how empowering girls early can transform birth culture for future generations. Learn more @ www.girlswhoknow.com Follow on IG @ Girls Who Know Connect with Sophia @www.bornwildmidwifery.com OR IG @bornwildmidwifery Some of our favorite product recommendations: ▶︎Afterease Tincture by Wish Garden Herbs: ▶︎Sitz Bath Herbs by Motherlove Organics: ▶︎HIRO diapers: ▶︎Mioberry Organic Muslin Swaddle sets & more: w Save 15% with code: Bornwild15 Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction to Girls Who Know01:30 – Larissa’s story & body image struggles03:30 – First birth experience (medicalized)06:30 – Disconnection during induction08:00 – Discovering physiologic birth11:00 – Transformational birth experience13:30 – Birth shaping identity & motherhood16:00 – Why education must start earlier18:30 – Teaching girls about their bodies21:00 – High school reactions to birth education23:00 – How the Girls Who Know program works26:00 – Intuition vs fear29:00 – Changing culture through girls31:00 – Vision for the future This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The views and experiences shared by guests are their own and do not constitute medical, legal, or professional advice. We are not providing medical or legal guidance, nor are we encouraging listeners to engage in any practice that may be unsafe or unlawful in their jurisdiction. Birth choices, medical care decisions, and midwifery practices are highly regulated and vary by state and country. Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified, licensed professionals and to research the laws applicable to their location before making any health or birth-related decisions. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own decisions and actions. The show notes may contain affiliate links. IF you click and purchase product or service I might be compensated. Thank you for your support. 

In this episode, Sophia sits down with Liz Eidelman, a birth doula and mom of two, who shares her powerful journey through two very different birth experiences. After a traumatic first birth and unexpected NICU stay, Liz entered her second pregnancy seeking a different experience — but still found herself navigating fear, medical pressure, and ultimately a cesarean birth. This conversation explores how birth trauma, conditioning, and fear influence decision-making, and how Liz transformed her experiences into a passion for supporting other women as a doula. They also discuss NICU experiences, feeding after birth trauma, and the importance of education and emotional preparation. Connect with Liz: ▸ IG @The.sage.sister OR @ LizEidelman ▸ website Connect with Sophia: ▸ Website Our Favorite products to recommend: ▶︎Afterease Tincture by Wish Garden Herbs: ▶︎Sitz Bath Herbs by Motherlove Organics: ▶︎HIRO diapers: Chapters: 00:00 Intro01:30 Liz’s first pregnancy + birth04:30 NICU + diagnosis (VACTERL / TEF)08:30 Postpartum + separation from baby11:00 Second pregnancy + fear14:30 Hiring a doula + switching care24:00 Induction pressure + decision making28:00 Cesarean experience30:30 Becoming a doula33:00 Feeding after trauma36:00 Fear + conditioning around birth38:00 Why education matters early43:00 Healing through birth work47:00 Where to find Liz This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The views and experiences shared by guests are their own and do not constitute medical, legal, or professional advice. We are not providing medical or legal guidance, nor are we encouraging listeners to engage in any practice that may be unsafe or unlawful in their jurisdiction. Birth choices, medical care decisions, and midwifery practices are highly regulated and vary by state and country. Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified, licensed professionals and to research the laws applicable to their location before making any health or birth-related decisions. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own decisions and actions. The show notes may contain affiliate links. IF you click and purchase product or service I might be compensated. Thank you for your support. 

In this episode of the Born Wild Podcast, Sophia sits down with Jessica Malmberg, an LMFT and trauma and grief specialist who supports families through pregnancy loss, infant loss, infertility, and birth trauma. Jessica shares her own story of losing her first baby, Otto, and how that experience shaped both her grief journey and her life’s work. Together, they talk about supporting grieving families, what parents can ask for in the hours after loss, how grief changes over time, what not to say, and why trauma support matters alongside grief support. This is a tender, wise, and deeply grounding conversation for both families and birth workers. Connect with Jessica: ▸ Website ▸ IG @jessicamalmbergtherapy Interested in home birth and in Sonoma County? Connect to Sophia on her website or IG @bornwildmidwifery Some of our favorite products: ▶︎Afterease Tincture by Wish Garden Herbs ▶︎Sitz Bath Herbs by Motherlove Organics ▶︎HIRO diapers Chapters: 00:00 Intro00:50 Jessica’s story and losing Otto05:45 Losing a first baby vs later loss13:45 What parents can ask for after loss22:20 Milk coming in after loss25:20 Grief over time and future pregnancies30:50 Supporting grieving families and birth workers32:25 What to say and what not to say40:30 Grief, trauma, and healing45:25 Jessica’s grief retreat and resources Disclaimer: his podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The views and experiences shared by guests are their own and do not constitute medical, legal, or professional advice. We are not providing medical or legal guidance, nor are we encouraging listeners to engage in any practice that may be unsafe or unlawful in their jurisdiction. Birth choices, medical care decisions, and midwifery practices are highly regulated and vary by state and country. Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified, licensed professionals and to research the laws applicable to their location before making any health or birth-related decisions. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own decisions and actions. The show notes may contain affiliate links. IF you click and purchase product or service I might be compensated. Thank you for your support. 

In this episode of the Born Wild Podcast, Sophia, and her students, Aly, and Eva, share a February recap from the practice, including two beautiful and surprisingly quick births. They reflect on a second-time mama who worried about repeating her long first labor but ended up having her baby so fast the team didn’t make it in time, and a first-time mama whose birth brought important lessons around newborn transition, placenta delivery, postpartum recovery, and rest. They also share behind-the-scenes insight into midwifery care, including estimating blood loss, individualized hemorrhage support, postpartum healing, and the nuance of caring for each family based on their needs and preferences. This episode is full of real stories, practical wisdom, and honest reflection from life on call. If you live in the Sonoma County area and are interested in home birth check out www.bornwildmidwifery.com Chapters 00:00 Life as a Doula: Balancing School and Prenatals 10:26 The Birth Experience: Challenges and Triumphs 15:33 Resuscitation: A Calm Approach to Crisis 18:01 Postpartum Care: The Importance of Rest 25:09 Navigating Postpartum Challenges 35:39 Building a Comprehensive Picture: Prenatal to Postpartum Products we love to recommend: HIRO diapers Motherlove Organic products Wish Garden Herbs This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The views and experiences shared by guests are their own and do not constitute medical, legal, or professional advice. We are not providing medical or legal guidance, nor are we encouraging listeners to engage in any practice that may be unsafe or unlawful in their jurisdiction. Birth choices, medical care decisions, and midwifery practices are highly regulated and vary by state and country. Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified, licensed professionals and to research the laws applicable to their location before making any health or birth-related decisions. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own decisions and actions. The show notes may contain affiliate links. IF you click and purchase product or service I might be compensated. Thank you for your support. 

In this episode, Sophia sits down with Oniana to explore her journey into motherhood, birth work, and supporting families in her community. Oniana shares the powerful contrast between her two home births — an intense 84-hour labor and a fast 3-hour birth — and the lessons each experience taught her about intuition, environment, and support. They also dive into long labor patterns, postpartum recovery, breastfeeding, and the realities of working within hospital-based systems as a doula. This is an honest and thoughtful conversation about trusting the body, honoring each mother’s path, and creating meaningful support in pregnancy and beyond. Follow us on IG@bornwildpodcast IF you live in the Sonoma County area and are considering home birth please learn more @www.bornwildmidwifery.com Ways to connect with Oniana www.asantemaama.com [email protected] This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The views and experiences shared by guests are their own and do not constitute medical, legal, or professional advice. We are not providing medical or legal guidance, nor are we encouraging listeners to engage in any practice that may be unsafe or unlawful in their jurisdiction. Birth choices, medical care decisions, and midwifery practices are highly regulated and vary by state and country. Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified, licensed professionals and to research the laws applicable to their location before making any health or birth-related decisions. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own decisions and actions.

This episode features a detailed birth story that explores the journey of choosing a home birth, navigating pregnancy challenges, and embracing natural birth practices. The guest shares insights on interventions, the power of intuition, and the importance of support systems. Sophia interviews one of her clients, Aine, where she shares how she navigates different challenges or obstacles, ends up basically free birthing at home, post birth challenges through breastfeeding and so much more. This is a beautiful and inspiring home birth story that will give you so many wonderful insights if you are considering home birth for yourself. To connect with Sophia visit: www.bornwildmidwifery.com To connect with our guest, Aine, email her @[email protected] Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Anya's Journey 03:12 The Path to Motherhood 06:06 Choosing Home Birth 08:56 Understanding Pregnancy and Health 12:04 Navigating Pregnancy Challenges 15:06 The Labor Experience Begins 18:05 Anticipation and Emotional Journey 21:03 Induction Conversations and Decisions 27:12 Navigating Natural Birth Choices 30:12 The Birth Experience: Embracing the Journey 34:49 The Role of Support During Labor 39:47 Postpartum Realities and Breastfeeding Challenges 45:35 Empowering Birth: Education and Resources This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The views and experiences shared by guests are their own and do not constitute medical, legal, or professional advice. We are not providing medical or legal guidance, nor are we encouraging listeners to engage in any practice that may be unsafe or unlawful in their jurisdiction. Birth choices, medical care decisions, and midwifery practices are highly regulated and vary by state and country. Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified, licensed professionals and to research the laws applicable to their location before making any health or birth-related decisions. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own decisions and actions.

In this episode of the Born Wild Podcast, host Sophia speaks with Natasha Nazerali, a German New Medicine educator, about the principles of German New Medicine (GNM) and its application in understanding health and healing. Natasha explains the five biological laws that govern the relationship between the psyche, brain, and body, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the meaning behind symptoms. The conversation also explores the role of microbes in healing, the significance of understanding symptoms as meaningful adaptations, and how parents can apply these principles to support their children's health. Natasha shares resources for further learning and encourages listeners to build a connection with their own biology. Takeaways: German New Medicine is a biological framework connecting psyche and body.The five biological laws explain how conflicts manifest as symptoms.Every symptom is a result of a conflict shock.Microbes play a supportive role in the healing process.Understanding symptoms can help in emotional regulation.Parents can apply GNM principles to support their children's health.The relationship with one's mother is crucial for healing.Biology is accessible to everyone, regardless of education.Symptoms are meaningful adaptations, not random occurrences.Building a connection with one's own biology is essential for health. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to German New Medicine 06:49 Understanding the Five Biological Laws 22:25 The Role of Microbes in Healing 26:19 Symbiotic Relationships with Nature 28:47 Understanding Biological Laws and Healing 30:42 The Quintessence: Meaning in Symptoms 37:34 Supporting Children Through Healing Phases 49:41 Resources for Further Learning Follow us on IG @Bornwildpodcast Connect with our guest, Natasha Nazerali Natasha Nazerali is a German New Medicine practitioner and educator who guides individuals to awaken their primal nature through biological awareness. Raised by a mother deeply grounded in the wisdom of Dr. Ryke Geerd Hamer’s biological framework, Natasha carries this lineage forward, honoring and expanding upon the legacy passed down to her. Natasha is the co-founder of The Bio-Logical Woman course program alongside Dr. Melissa Sell, and the founder of The GNM Weekend, an international annual conference dedicated to The 5 Biological Laws. Through her work in family systems therapy and biological relating, Natasha emphasizes a view of biology that moves beyond the conventional paradigm, honoring the roles that ancestral heritage, relational coherence, and consciousness play in overall health. As a devoted spiritual seeker, Natasha’s work is informed by her studies with sacred Indigenous practices and wisdom traditions. At the heart of her practice is a mission for her offerings to serve as a bridge from the unconscious illusion that we are separate from nature into the conscious truth that nature and human are one.  This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The views and experiences shared by guests are their own and do not constitute medical, legal, or professional advice. We are not providing medical or legal guidance, nor are we encouraging listeners to engage in any practice that may be unsafe or unlawful in their jurisdiction. Birth choices, medical care decisions, and midwifery practices are highly regulated and vary by state and country. Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified, licensed professionals and to research the laws applicable to their location before making any health or birth-related decisions. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own decisions and actions.

Welcome back!!!! In this episode, Sophia and Eva discuss their experiences with long labors, sharing practical insights on managing multiple days of labor, team stamina, and patient care nuances. They also explore shifts in their practice, including home visit adaptations and practice management strategies. Key Topics: Understanding what constitutes a long birth and common patterns observedStrategies to maintain birth team stamina over multi-day laborImportance of rotation, rest, and self-care during extended labor supportHow position changes and hydration impact labor progressionMonitoring blood pressure flexibly and balancing safety with minimal interventionThe benefits of teamwork, fresh ideas, and energy renewal for supporting familiesPractice updates: transitioning to home visits, paperwork improvements, and team buildingReflections on the evolving home birth practice and future plans Follow us on IG @ bornwildpodcast If you are in the Sonoma County region and are considering having a home birth yourself, please check us out on our website. Sophia would love a chance to connect. This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The views and experiences shared by guests are their own and do not constitute medical, legal, or professional advice. We are not providing medical or legal guidance, nor are we encouraging listeners to engage in any practice that may be unsafe or unlawful in their jurisdiction. Birth choices, medical care decisions, and midwifery practices are highly regulated and vary by state and country. Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified, licensed professionals and to research the laws applicable to their location before making any health or birth-related decisions. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own decisions and actions.

🌿 Episode Summary This conversation explores the current state of midwifery, highlighting the wisdom of traditional practices and the importance of reconnecting with the roots of the CPM movement. Sophia and Lisa discuss how honoring elder midwives and learning from minority and LGBTQ+ communities can enrich the future of midwifery. Together, they reflect on the challenges and opportunities in integrating traditional, community-based care into modern models of practice — reminding us that the field is at a pivotal moment for change. ⸻ ✨ What You’ll Learn • How traditional midwifery informs and strengthens modern practice • Why inclusivity and cultural humility are essential in midwifery care • The unique needs of minority and LGBTQ+ birthing communities • The wisdom elder and granny midwives bring to today’s birth landscape • How the CPM movement is rooted in traditional, community-based care • Ways to restore informed consent, autonomy, and choice in birth ⸻ 👩‍🍼 Guest Bio Lisa Rawson, LM, CPM, MA-MCHS has been serving families for over 25 years as an educator, midwife, and advocate for equitable access to midwifery care. She has worked in rural community-based home birth practices, unlicensed midwifery, and licensed birth centers. Lisa is passionate about restoring informed consent and true choice through education, social justice, and equitable human rights. She views advocacy as a central part of her midwifery and social justice work. A mother of eight and wife of 28 years, Lisa is also the proud matriarch of a multigenerational family. When she’s not catching babies, she enjoys cooking, swimming, playing games, exploring new places, and sharing her infectious sense of humor. ⸻ 🌐 Connect with Lisa Rawson • Instagram: @lisa_rawson_lm • Facebook: Mountain Valley Midwifery • Website: www.mountainvalleymidwifery.com ⸻ 📚 Links & Resources Mentioned • CPM Movement History – NACPM • Midwives Alliance of North America (MANA) • Granny Midwives: A Legacy of Community Birth Work ⸻ 🌳 Connect With Us Instagram: @sophiabirth @bayareahomebirth @bornwildmidwifery Stay Wild 🌳

In this episode, we sit down with ultrasound technologist Karen Han, whose career path took her from banking and medical transcription to discovering the beauty of birth through the lens of ultrasound. After years working in hospitals, her first home birth experience opened her eyes to the incredible possibilities of physiological birth outside the medical system. Today, she brings warmth, skill, and connection to families seeking both medical reassurance and emotional bonding through ultrasound. ⸻ What You’ll Learn: • How an unexpected career pivot led to a lifelong passion for ultrasound • The contrast between hospital imaging and the intimacy of home birth care • The story of starting a 3D/4D ultrasound business and growing into a trusted partner for midwives • How ultrasound can strengthen family bonding and deepen the birth experience • Insights from a professional who bridges medical imaging and holistic maternity care ⸻ Karen Han’s journey to ultrasound took many twists and turns—through careers in banking, catering, and medical transcription—before finding her true calling in the late 1990s. She trained for four years and became a registered diagnostic medical sonographer after assisting at St. Helena Hospital and Sutter Lakeside Hospital. Married to a chiropractor and a mother of two, she later founded a 3D/4D ultrasound business in 2011 that grew organically as midwives discovered her work. After attending her first home birth in 2012, she fell in love with the beauty and empowerment of birth outside hospital walls and now devotes her work to supporting families with compassion, connection, and high-quality imaging. 📱 Cell/Text: 707-337-8308 (preferred) 📧 Email: [email protected] ⸻ Links and Resources Mentioned: • Learn more about Karen’s services or schedule an appointment: Text or call 707-337-8308 • Email inquiries: [email protected] • Born Wild Midwifery: bornwildmidwifery.com ⸻ If you loved this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your birth-loving friends. Your support helps us amplify the voices of those changing the birth world—one story at a time. ⸻ Connect with Us: Instagram: @sophiabirth • @bayareahomebirth • @bornwildmidwifery Stay Wild 🌳

In this episode of the Born Wild Podcast, host Sophia Henderson, LM, CPM, interviews Lily Nichols, a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Educator, researcher, and author with a passion for evidence-based nutrition. Together, they explore the critical role of nutrition during pregnancy and postpartum, the gaps between current dietary guidelines and modern research, and the importance of combining traditional wisdom with science. Lily shares insights from her best-selling Real Food series, emphasizing the value of high-quality protein, mindful carbohydrate intake, and nutrient-dense foods for fertility, pregnancy, and recovery. The conversation also covers gestational diabetes testing, caffeine consumption, postpartum nourishment, and the need for better education and support for women throughout their childbearing years. ⸻ What You’ll Learn • Why evidence-based nutrition is essential during pregnancy and postpartum • How traditional wisdom aligns with current research on maternal health • The importance of high-quality protein and micronutrients for fertility and pregnancy • How to approach gestational diabetes testing and dietary management holistically • Postpartum recovery foods and the value of meal prepping • How to discern the quality of food sources for optimal health ⸻ Lily Nichols is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Educator, researcher, and author known for her evidence-based, sensible approach to maternal nutrition. She is the founder of the Institute for Prenatal Nutrition®, co-founder of the Women’s Health Nutrition Academy, and the author of three influential books: Real Food for Fertility (co-authored with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack), Real Food for Pregnancy, and Real Food for Gestational Diabetes. Her work has influenced prenatal nutrition policy internationally and is used in university-level maternal nutrition and midwifery courses. When not writing or teaching, Lily enjoys spending time with her husband and two children—most likely outdoors or in the kitchen. 🔗 https://lilynicholsrdn.com 🌿 Real Food Postpartum Recovery Meals ⸻ Links & Resources Mentioned • Real Food for Pregnancy • Real Food for Gestational Diabetes • Real Food for Fertility ⸻ If you loved this episode, follow and share Born Wild Podcast with a friend who’s passionate about holistic pregnancy and women’s health. Leave us a review to help more families find this empowering conversation. 🌸 ⸻ Connect with us: @sophiabirth @bayareahomebirth @bornwildmidwifery Stay Wild 🌳

In this episode of the Born Wild Podcast, host Sophia Henderson speaks with Sarah Thompson, MAOM, LAc — a licensed acupuncturist, certified functional medicine practitioner, and birth doula with over 20 years of experience in maternal health. Together they explore the importance of nutrition in pregnancy, the role of functional medicine in supporting mothers and babies, and the barriers families face in accessing integrative maternity care. Sarah shares her journey into functional medicine, her evidence-based approach to clinical care, and how nutrition, herbs, and traditional therapies can transform outcomes for expecting mothers. ⸻ What You’ll Learn: • How functional medicine identifies the root causes of health challenges. • Why nutrition is foundational to pregnancy health. • Understanding iron dynamics and the risk of deficiency or toxicity. • How herbs and supplements can safely support pregnancy and postpartum recovery. • The importance of informed consent and individualized care. • Practical ways collaboration among providers enhances maternity outcomes. ⸻ Sarah Thompson, MAOM, LAc is a licensed acupuncturist, certified functional medicine practitioner, and birth doula with more than two decades of experience in maternal health. She specializes in integrating functional medicine, nutrition, and traditional therapies to optimize pregnancy and childbirth outcomes. Sarah is the author of Functional Maternity and Beyond Results, and she offers MEAC-accredited continuing education through her Functional Maternity Academy and Kolibri International Birth Institute, empowering healthcare professionals with evidence-based tools for clinical practice. 🌐 www.functionalmaternity.com 📸 Instagram: @functional.maternity ⸻ Links and Resources Mentioned: • Functional Maternity by Sarah Thompson • Functional Maternity Academy (MEAC-approved CE) • Kolibri International Birth Institute • www.functionalmaternity.com ⸻ If you loved this conversation, please rate and review the Born Wild Podcast — it helps more families and birth workers find us! 🌿 Share this episode with a friend or colleague who’s passionate about holistic maternity care. ⸻ Connect with Us: @sophiabirth @bayareahomebirth @bornwildmidwifery Stay Wild 🌳

In this episode of the Born Wild Podcast, host Sophia Henderson speaks with Dr. Stuart Fischbein, an obstetrician with decades of experience advocating for physiological birth, midwifery collaboration, and informed consent. Dr. Stu shares his journey from medical student to outspoken advocate for respectful maternity care. They discuss the importance of understanding the risks associated with various birth methods — including breech births and VBACs — and emphasize the need for individualized care in obstetrics. This conversation shines light on the challenges within the maternity care system and the importance of trusting women’s bodies during childbirth. ⸻ What You’ll Learn: • How Dr. Stu’s journey into obstetrics began unexpectedly • Why informed consent is often misunderstood in the medical system • The importance of midwives in supporting physiological birth • Why VBAC should be viewed as a standard variation of normal birth • How “high risk” is often defined by provider comfort rather than evidence • The decline of breech and twin birth skills — and why they matter • The dangers of profit-driven maternity care • How to rebuild trust in nature’s design for birth ⸻ Guest Bio: Stuart J. Fischbein, MD is a community-based obstetrician and an Associate of the American College of Obstetrics & Gynecology. He is the author of Fearless Pregnancy, Wisdom & Reassurance from a Doctor, A Midwife, and A Mom and several peer-reviewed papers including Homebirth with an Obstetrician, Breech Birth at Home, and Twin Home Birth: Outcomes of 100 Sets of Twins in the Care of a Single Practitioner. After completing his residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, Dr. Stu spent 24 years assisting women with hospital births before transitioning to homebirth obstetrics for over 12 years. Since retiring from attending births in 2022, he has focused on teaching and advocacy — traveling internationally to reteach breech and twin birth skills, promote respect for physiological birth, and uphold informed consent. He co-hosts the Birthing Instincts Podcast with Blyss Young, offering hope, reassurance, and evidence-based guidance to families who understand that pregnancy is a normal, healthy function — not a medical condition to be feared. 📍 Websites: birthinginstincts.com birthinginstinctspodcast.com 📸 Instagram: @birthinginstincts ⸻ Links & Resources Mentioned: • Birthing Instincts Podcast • Dr. Fischbein’s Research Publications • Fearless Pregnancy, Wisdom & Reassurance from a Doctor, A Midwife, and A Mom ⸻ Call to Action: If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review, and share the Born Wild Podcast to help more families discover empowering conversations about birth and beyond. ⸻ Connect with Us: Instagram: @sophiabirth | @bayareahomebirth | @bornwildmidwifery Stay Wild 🌳

In this episode of the Born Wild Podcast, host Sophia Henderson speaks with Lindsay Gretch, a mother of six from Sebastopol, about her diverse birth experiences ranging from hospital births to birthing centers and ultimately to home births. Lindsay shares her journey of empowerment through each birth, highlighting the lessons learned from her hospital experiences, the transition to birthing centers, and the profound impact of home births on her sense of agency and healing from past trauma. The conversation explores differences in prenatal care across these settings as well as the emotional and physical aspects of labor and delivery. What You’ll Learn: • How Lindsay’s first two hospital births left her feeling unempowered • Why transitioning to birthing centers offered more support but still had limitations • The empowering transformation she experienced through home births • The importance of advocating for yourself in medical settings • How home birth care fosters a more mother-centered and supportive environment • Insights into how home birth helped heal Lindsay’s past birth trauma Lindsay Gretch is a married mother of six living in Sebastopol. She and her husband run a small farm, and her husband owns his own construction company. Lindsay homeschools her children and holds her faith at the center of her family life. She has experienced births in hospitals, birth centers, and at home, and is passionate about helping women know that birth does not have to be one-size-fits-all. Lindsay believes women deserve the option to birth at home if they choose. Instagram: @six.doodle.bugs If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the Born Wild Podcast, leave us a review, and share it with a friend who might find encouragement in Lindsay’s story. Connect with us: @sophiabirth | @bayareahomebirth | @bornwildmidwifery Stay Wild 🌳

In this episode of the Born Wild Podcast, host Sophia Henderson speaks with Karma — a woman devoted to supporting women outside of conventional systems through full-spectrum doula care, women’s circles, and financial wellness guidance. Karma shares her transformative journey into birth work, her commitment to holistic support for women across all stages of life, and her vision of weaving financial empowerment into women’s wellness. Together, Sophia and Karma explore the power of community, the importance of honoring traditional practices, and the challenges of navigating systems that often limit women’s choices. This conversation highlights the resilience of women supporting women, and the call to heal the sister wound through connection and empowerment. What You’ll Learn • How Karma began her journey into birth and women’s support work in 2019 after a transformative experience. • Why she believes women’s circles and community connection are essential to healing. • The significance of financial wellness as a form of empowerment for women. • The challenges of practicing outside of regulated systems in Canada. • The role of full-spectrum support across menstruation, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. • How she blends her work as a doula, women’s mentor, and financial guide. Karma is a devoted guide for women across the full continuum of life’s passages. She facilitates women’s circles, works as a full-spectrum doula, and supports women in cultivating generational wealth and financial wellness as a “Financial Midwife.” Her work is rooted in community, sovereignty, and healing the sister wound. Karma is also the host of Freebirthing in Color, a podcast uplifting diverse voices in the freebirth movement, which she is relaunching soon. Links and Resources Mentioned • Karma on Instagram: @primal_woman_ • Karma’s Links: linktr.ee/primal_woman_ • Freebirthing in Color Podcast: linktr.ee/freebirthing_incolor • Book a complimentary financial wellness session: Financial Wellness Session If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the Born Wild Podcast, share with a friend, and leave a review so more families can discover empowering stories of birth and beyond. Connect with us Instagram: @sophiabirth | @bayareahomebirth | @bornwildmidwifery 🌳 Stay Wild 🌳