Send a text In this episode of Metro Detroit Birth Stories, my friend Erica shares the story of welcoming her middle child—the only one she carried herself—into a family built through both adoption and a deeply desired, long-awaited pregnancy. With pre-existing reproductive health concerns, Erica and her care team thoughtfully planned a cesarean birth. She reflects on what it was like to prepare for a surgical birth, how it felt to finally experience pregnancy after years of navigating fertil...
Feb 6
1 hr 17 min
Send a text In this powerful and vulnerable episode of Metro Detroit Birth Stories, my friend and former client shares her family’s unexpected NICU journey after the birth of her baby. What began as a hopeful birth experience quickly shifted into unfamiliar territory, bringing fear, uncertainty, and moments no parent ever anticipates. Ashley and Kevin talk honestly about the physical and emotional toll of an unplanned induction they weren't expecting, the cesarean that followed, and th...
Dec 30, 2025
1 hr 15 min
Send a text In this encore episode, Ciana and I revisit our second births… both inductions, both unforgettable, and both full of twists. I share how my own induction turned into a deeply healing experience, while Ciana opens up about her “failed induction” that led to her signing out AMA, heading home for the night, and still going on to have a powerful, spontaneous vaginal birth with her son. Tranquil Touch Birth & Women's WellnessBirth support services helping clients feel supported, ca...
Nov 25, 2025
48 min
Send a text I’ve loved sharing birth stories with you, and so many of you have been curious about mine. So for this episode, I’m bringing a special throwback from the earlier version of this podcast, when my co-host Ciana and I sat down to share our first birth stories. We were young, naive, and did the best we could with what we knew (or didn't know!). Join us as we laughingly reflect on the choices and mistakes we made - you might even learn something you can use today! It was so much fun t...
Oct 28, 2025
43 min
Send a text In this episode of Metro Detroit Birth Stories, you will hear Trishna's story. Despite a strong familial background in the medical field, Trishna and her husband, Tom, embarked on a journey of curiosity that led them from planning a hospital birth to welcoming their baby at home. Listen to her explain how they navigated challenges with flexibility and intention to have an empowering birth experience. Would you like to connect with Trishna? She'd love to hear from you! Conne...
Aug 26, 2025
1 hr 23 min
Send a text In this beautiful episode of Metro Detroit Birth Stories, Lauren shares the story of welcoming her daughter, her first child, and the final piece of her and her husband’s blended family. Unsure of how to begin planning for birth, Lauren found guidance and inspiration through a surprising connection with a previous guest, Elise, whose prenatal yoga classes opened the door to a whole new world of possibilities. Through Elise and her fellow prenatal yoga class attendees, Lauren...
Jun 30, 2025
1 hr 13 min
Send a text ⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of obstetric trauma, postpartum hemorrhage, and infant illness. Please take care while listening and pause if needed. While the episode ends on a very positive and hopeful note—with both Elise and her children doing well—it may still bring up sensitive emotions for some listeners. In this deeply personal and empowering episode,my colleague Elise shares the transformative stories of her two births—one filled with unex...
May 31, 2025
1 hr 37 min
Send a text In this inspiring inaugural episode of Metro Detroit Birth Stories, Kristi shares her journey through two very different births—one that was almost what she hoped for, and one that was her dream, redemptive birth experience. Despite facing similar medical complications during her second pregnancy, Kristi was able to create a supportive care team, advocate for herself, and achieve a beautiful, empowering birth beyond what she even thought was possible. Along the way, she shares how...
Apr 29, 2025
1 hr 13 min
Send a text New Intro and Outro Still to come: It’s been a journey! In the last several years, I launched Doula2Doula during the pandemic became a CBI trainer, navigated some major life changes, and finally decided to shift this podcast into a new format—this episode is all about growth, change, and what’s ahead. I’m sharing the highlights from the past few years—like my son’s wedding, the launch of Medicaid doula coverage, and my own professional milestones—plus the real reason I chose to tr...
Mar 31, 2025
11 min
Send a text It's been a minute since you've heard from us. This brief episode will catch you up on what's coming. I can't wait to hear what you think, so please message me on IG or email me. Tranquil Touch Birth & Women's WellnessBirth support services helping clients feel supported, cared for and confident about birth.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Do you have a birth story you want to share? I ...
Mar 13, 2025
5 min
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