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EP16 BirthStory: Alegria Sita Jan 31, 2019

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Alegria Sita had always dreamed of becoming a mother. When the time came and Alegria discovered she was pregnant the situation did not match the way she had always envisioned. Alegria was embarking on the journey of motherhood alone. This powerful story of bliss, joy and grief is the path of motherhood. Enjoy!

ASK: Q&A Real Talk with LD and Kimberly Cabot Jan 23, 2019

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In this episode Kimberly Cabot joins me to answer YOUR questions!

BirthStory: Jessica Jentzen Jan 17, 2019

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This episode is an inspiring story of having the strength to dig deep inside and be exactly who you are in the world. Jessica shares the story of she and her wife Jess following their hearts despite the struggles they faced from family and culture. Living in rural Oklahoma where the word "doula" is unknown, they embark on their dream of having a family. Jessica shares the journey of Artificial Insemination, pregnancy and birth. Jessica educates herself on the options of birth and intuition led the way to finding the support she needed. Jessica also felt the isolation of postpartum and is passionate to help others get the support they need. Enjoy...

BirthStory: Tali Koushmaro "I did it all!" Jan 07, 2019

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Tali was looking forward to her natural birth in the hospital. At the end of her pregnancy she discovered her baby was breech.

There began the journey of trying to flip her baby to be head down. From chiropractors, accupuncture, moxibustion, manual version, hand stands in the pool to standing on her head. She did it all!

As her due date came closer Tali was faced with the reality a cesarean birth was likely. She felt like every time she went in for her appointments another option was being taken away.

She began to search for stories of women who have been through this experience.

It was not easy to find stories about planned cesarean birth. Talk found that reaching out to her community and sharing her fear and anxiety gave her many unexpected gifts.

We discussed the cultural feelings and shame that is woven in birth experiences and why?

Tali had an empowering cesarean birth and shares the process she went through to get sweet baby Micah in her arms. Enjoy

EP12 Suzanne Dunning Dec 30, 2018

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Suzanne Dunning is a loved yoga teacher and owner of Tosha Yoga Studio. Enjoy this conversation on breath and embodiment.

"Breath is reclamation....When there is no breath, there's abandonment."

Using Breath and movement Suzanne reminds us to, "let go of the formulas and drop into the simplicity of just being."

Episode 11 Happy Solstice 2018 Dec 21, 2018

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LD wishing you warmth and connection on the longest night of the year. Reminding us of the traditions of community that stir the heart.

Birth Story: Kimberly Cabot Part 2 Dec 15, 2018

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Life= Birth & Death

"I didn't know I could go into grief and come out to joy. Making our grief seem small does'nt serve anyone. I didn't trust. I didn't have faith in the process because I didn't see it modeled. When we allow ourselves to feel sadness we get to feel joy. I was numb."

Birth Story: Kimberly Cabot Part 1 Dec 14, 2018

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Life.....birth & death. Kimberly shares the birth story of her first baby, Reed. She colorfully paints the picture of the 707Culture of Humboldt County. The farmers living farm from town, the potlucks, the unique way we create community here in Humboldt County. The choices Kimberly made in her life had a surprisingly profound impact her family. Enjoy

EP9: Anne Fricke Part 2 Dec 06, 2018

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Woman, Mother, Wife, Friend, Author, Podcaster, Poet

Talking with my dear friend Anne...she shares with us her honest process as a woman transitioning into motherhood. This story has such extreme experiences and yet birth remains sacred no matter how, where, or when.

EP9: Anne Fricke Part 1 Dec 06, 2018

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Woman, Mother, Wife, Friend, Author, Podcaster,Poet

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