Vanessa is a Sound Therapist and Muse, working with women to find a deeper connection to their voices and womb. She is also an astrologer and devoted Mother.In this episode we discuss:I don’t think I can sum up everything we discussed in this episode which is one of my longest conversation so far! So powerful, so insightful! A loving energy and so much connection ❤️MOTHERHOOD with a big M and a twist of spirituality, healing, feminine power and self-development. “A successful birth is not determined by our vaginas”…all birth modalities are beautiful and there is no right or wrong way to birth 💥… thank you Vanessa for those wise words all pregnant women needed to hear! How beautiful and honoring it is for me to bring back mothers to those moments of intense emotions and happiness…looking back and being so proud and full of love 🙏If you are interested in self-care during pregnancy, breath work, sound healing and much more…this episode is a must listen!!! ✨✨✨✨✨✨To connect with Vanessa:IG: @sheissound www.vanessaholliday.com

Tereza Stinson is a serial entrepreneur. She works in the areas of mental & physical performance and is a business coach with a massive team of over 5000 women.In this episode we discuss: the power of surviving birth...literally!Preparing mentally for pregnancy & birthPregnancy ritualsThe importance of allowing yourself "empty time" during pregnancy to sink in your body and tune inwardsHome birth concept and planningThe vision of choosing not to prepare for a plan BThe awesomeness of having a midwife to transit from home to hospital Labour exhaustionFrom plan A to plan Z: the 3 births in one experience (home birth, hospital natural birth, C-section)The importance of preparing and researching for the pushing momentThe hardship of accepting the birth you experiencedPostpartum emotions after a birth trauma, the grieving processHow telling your birth story to the world can be a very powerful healing process***Thank you for listening and make sure to tune in to hear more about it!Find Tereza on: IG: @terezaonlineFacebook: @Tereza StinsonTikTok: @mamatausJoin her Miracle Mamas support Facebook group (unplanned birth experiences)Happy 1st year hearthside little Aaron! And happy 1st year of motherhood to your warrior mama!

Rizia Parker is a hospitality and wellness expert from South Africa. She moved when pregnant from the Cayman Islands to Miami and recently to Venice with her husband and daughter Sara.In this episode we discuss:When conception starts with a surgeryThe fear of a false positive When the body shifts and the first trimester nausea stops How working mamas are warriors especially when they have to travelHow a cough became a broken rib!How not having expectations or plan brought peace and flow How to approach planned C-section in complete faith and flow The importance of being at peace and not trying to control anything “It just happens the way it should”That if your feet are wet it may be milkThe pain after C-sectionThat you can feel contractions after C-section coming from the uterus going back to its original size The importance of having a village to support during postpartum “Give yourself time”The experience of sadness during postpartum and PPD and the importance of feeling every emotions Grieving the end of breastfeeding The importance of accepting every feeling and emotions during postpartumThe deadly question of "are you ready for baby#2"***Thank you for listening and make sure to tune in to hear more about it!Find Rizia on IG @__the_road_less_traveled__In loving memory of Rizia's mother...one of a kind of an angel

Carolina Baldi is an Interior decoration business owner in Washington DC (USA) focused on rental homes. She juggles it all while being a single mom of two adorable kids.In this episode we discuss:The difference and the lessons learnt between a first and second pregnancy/birth experiences The fear of doing physical activies after miscarriage That if you want a natural birth in a hospital you got to prepare it well and hold on to your visionInduction: a tough decision to face Tricks to kick start labour at 42 weeks How birthing in a hospital in the US can feel very “medical”How birth can be messy Spinning babies into optimal position for birth Epidural experienceThat pooping during birth can happen!How important it is to discuss with your partner before birth about what you want him/her to see from the experience The importance of WORDS How using a mirror can give so much motivation Breastfeeding challenges: latching difficulties, pain and formula supplement How PAIN is never normal How it’s a good idea to find a breastfeeding center around you for support How important to create strong boundaries with family during the postpartum phase and express what you need clearly How you can create a specific birth plan for a C-section birth and how to communicate what you wish***Thank you for listening and make sure to tune in to hear more about it!Find Carolina on IG @belongheredcPs: The name of the nipple cream Carolina spoke about is APNO (all purpose nipple ointment)- talk about it to your doctor and pharmacy! Apno contains an antibiotic (mupirocin), an anti-inflammatory (betamethazone) and anti-fungal (miconazole powder).

Mark is a working from home father who currently lives under the sunshine of Bali. He is an entrepreneur of 15 years who has created a life that is not 9-5 and that allows him to spend as much time as possible with his son, so he doesn’t miss the most important years of him growing up.In this episode we discuss:The experience of a well- planned and smooth journey of pregnancyThe beauty of alignment Turning intentions into reality Giving birth abroad in Thailand and trusting the medical team  for a natural birth How partners may prepare differently in their own ways for pregnancy and birth How labour may be much shorter than what you are being told The importance of holding the space during birth for your partner and leaving her in her zone if that’s what she needs The not easy process of filling up your cup The emotions behind becoming a father Adjusting to becoming 3 How scheduled feeding was a positive part of postpartum for both partners How priorities change becoming a parent Becoming vulnerable becoming a father How becoming a father fundamentally changes you and the importance of being ready with your partner The power of a strong father-son bond ***Thank you for listening and make sure to tune in to hear more about it!Find Mark on IG@ my_kangenlife and on www.snowonly.com

Kristen is a health & wellness business owner working from home in Wisconsin. She is THE organic mama and conscious living expert.In this episode we discuss:Pregnancy as a thriving and inspiring timeThe importance of healthy nourishment and mouvement during pregnancyThe change of identity and the fear of loosing independance entering motherhoodHonouring the pregnancy space and the miracle it is to grow a baby by deepening and slowing down to enjoy this timeThe importance of honouring yourself and continuing to do so through pregnancy, birth and motherhoodHome water birth visionHow Hypnobirthing was a major supportThe power of positive birth videosThe challenges of a long back labourThe power of birth partner support to create a safe birth environment and a deep sense of trustBreast-feeding not always feeling as natural and easy processPlanning the postpartum phase and sharing this vision clearly with friends and family***Thank you for listening and make sure to tune in to hear more about it!Find Kristen on IG @enjoy_this_organic_life Full birth story and learn more about how she supports others in  health, wellness & conscious living on her website at www.enjoythisorganiclife.com.

Lynn Wira is a pregnancy & postpartum corrective exercise specialist. She is THE postpartum Health & Fitness expert.In this episode, we discuss:·      How she handled her unplanned pregnancy·      Her passion for natural birth and healthy food·      Her fear of hospital and anything medical·      Her extensive researches and self-study around all subjects related to pregnancy & birth·      How she handled her anxiety around losing her job and a stressful couple relationship·      How she gave birth in another country to be supported by her family (that means travelling back with a 6 week old baby)·      How she turned a hospital birth into a home water birth in a matter of minutes·      All the surprises “say what?” moments from her birth·      How she went back home with a baby and a PPD·      How fitness healed her PPD and triggered her life mission!***Thanks for listening and make sure to tune in to hear more about it!Find Lynn on Instagram @thehealthyandhappymama - Keep an eye on her, she is launching her pregnancy and postpartum fitness program shortly! We can’t wait!!***Original production: Charlotte ValentinePodcast Set up: baileyrose.co

Hi! I’m Charlotte Valentine, Pregnancy Life Coach, Mama and Wellness Expert. I support expecting mums worldwide to experience an extraordinary pregnancy & birth.This podcast is dedicated to bringing YOU conversations to inspire you to stand in YOUR power. To nurture the coming generations of mums, dads and babies; while reminding you that you are not alone in what you are probably currently going through…It was high time to create a space where women, mothers, could be heard loud and clear; untamed, uninhibited and uncut. No filters here!Because I truly believe that vulnerability is power and that perfection is a myth.Join me, alongside my captivating guests, as we share and grow together, one generation after the other…There is no small talk here, there is only big talkIf you haven’t already connected with me then come on over and say hi on IG @charlottevalentine.co or www.charlottevalentine.coWelcome to the world! Welcome to my world.