Birth As We Know It ™️-Birth Stories and Experiences
Kiona Nessenbaum
If you are planning to become pregnant, trying to conceive, are currently pregnant, or have birthed a baby in the last few years, OR you are working in the birth field, Birth As We Know It TM️ is the podcast for you.
Birth As We Know It TM️ is a birth story and birth experience podcast that is dedicated to recognizing the many different ways that birth unfolds. The good, the bad, and everything else in between.
You will hear birth stories and birth experiences from the perspective of birthing people, birth partners, birth providers, birth workers, and more! This podcast was created to be a place where people can learn more about pregnancy, birth, and a little bit of postpartum, all while hearing about what really happens in the birth space.
Every other week, join Kiona Nessenbaum as she interviews guests who encourage birth education by sharing their personal birth stories and birth experiences. She believes that hearing a birth story directly from the person who lived it, brings the individual human experience back to the forefront of childbirth education.
Kiona is a wife, a mother of 3, a birth doula, a birth assistant, and a former student midwife who has supported over 140 birthing families.
Find a connection through this podcast in knowing that you are not the only one who has experienced something unexpected on your journey to parenthood. As people share their personal birth stories and birth experiences, you will hear about their entire journey through conception, pregnancy, labor, and birth as well as touching on newborn feeding choices and overall postpartum experiences. You will also hear what providers and birth workers think and feel as they support birthing families on their journies to parenthood.
To learn more about the host Kiona Nessenbaum or see pictures of those who have shared their stories, go to birthasweknowitpodcast.com
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4-Kavina's Birth Perspective (9 years old)
Birth As We Know It ™️-Birth Stories and Experiences
03/22/23 • 36 min
In this episode, I have the honor of interviewing my oldest and 9-year-old daughter Kavina about her being present at her sibling's births. She was an active part of the team during both of the births. Once at just 4 years old and once and 8 years old. She mentions the good, the bad, and the ugly!
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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.
The resources I mention in this episode are listed below:
- Midwife- Mercedes Snyder: https://www.sbmidwiferycare.com/
- Birth Doula- Kristin Travis: https://www.BEarthmate.com/
- Maternity & Birth Photography- Gabi Iazzetti:https://iazzettiphotos.com/
The links in the section below are affiliate links. This means I get a small compensation from the companies that are linked as a “thank you”. There is no additional cost to you, however. I appreciate your support!
- Pregmate (50) Pregnancy test strips: https://amzn.to/3kr3gYp
- Clearblue Digital Pregnancy Tests- 3 pack: https://amzn.to/3IYzQdE
Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you like this podcast, don’t hesitate to share it and leave a review so it can bring the podcast to the attention of others.
If you want to share your own birth story or experience on the Birth As We Know ItTM️ Podcast, head over to https://birthasweknowitpodcast.com/ or fill out this Guest Request Form.
Support the podcast and become a part of the BAWKITM️ Community by becoming a Patron on the Birth As We Know It Patreon Page! And don’t forget to join in on the fun in the Private Facebook Group!
13-Erin-IVF-Vaginal Birth
Birth As We Know It ™️-Birth Stories and Experiences
05/24/23 • 60 min
In this episode, I reconnect with a previous doula client named Erin. Erin talks about her struggle of getting pregnant in her mid-thirties and how the opportunity to try IVF fell into her lap. She also dives into the details of what made her most comfortable and what made her proud during her labor and birth.
birthasweknowitpodcast.com/13
Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.
The resources mentioned are listed below:
Childbirth Education Classes:
- Whole Body Pregnancy: https://www.wholebodypregnancy.com/childbirtheducation
- Evidence-Based Birth Classes: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/childbirth-class/
- The Birthing Inn: https://thebirthinginn.com/parent-education
- Parent Trust Classes: https://www.parenttrust.org/for-families/classes/
- Penny Simkin Classes (out-of-hospital birth and in hospital birth focused classes): https://www.pennysimkin.com/childbirth-classes/
- Build to Birth Course: https://www.builttobirth.com/
Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you like this podcast, don’t hesitate to share it and leave a review so it can bring the podcast to the attention of others.
If you want to share your own birth story or experience on the Birth As We Know ItTM️ Podcast, head over to https://birthasweknowitpodcast.com/ or fill out this Guest Request Form.
Support the podcast and become a part of the BAWKITM️ Community by becoming a Patron on the Birth As We Know It Patreon Page! And don’t forget to join in on the fun in the Private Facebook Group!
64-Melissa Llarena-3 Vaginal Births-Twins-Gabriel, Noah & Nicholas
Birth As We Know It ™️-Birth Stories and Experiences
07/24/24 • 99 min
In this episode, Melissa shares her two personal birth stories of her three boys. She talks about what it was like to give birth for the first time while being induced and then going on to have a precipitous vaginal twin birth the second time around.
birthasweknowitpodcast.com/64
Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.
Want to hear another twin birth story? Check out episode 10-Kendra Buchholz-Miscarriage-Vaginal Twin Birth-Mora & Wren
Resources:
- Melissa Llarena: https://www.melissallarena.com/
- Mom Founder Imagination Hub (formerly Unimaginable Wellness)
- Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
- Postpartum Support International:https://www.postpartum.net
Definitions:
- Precipitous Birth
- Vacuum Extraction Delivery
- Twin-Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS)
- Monochorionic/diamniotic (mono/di) twins
Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you like this podcast, don’t hesitate to share it and leave a review so it can bring the podcast to the attention of others.
If you want to share your own birth story or experience on the Birth As We Know ItTM️ Podcast, head over to https://birthasweknowitpodcast.com/ or fill out this Guest Request Form.
Support the podcast and become a part of the BAWKITM️ Community by becoming a Patron on the Birth As We Know It Patreon Page! And don’t forget to join in on the fun in the Private Facebook Group!
74-Ally Patrie-Precipitous-IUGR-2 Vaginal Births-Christian & Sara
Birth As We Know It ™️-Birth Stories and Experiences
12/11/24 • 66 min
In this episode, Aly talks about how she emotionally handled caring for and losing her father during her first pregnancy with her son Cristian. She also gives all the details about how her second labor with her daughter Sara did not go as planned because it was extremely fast as well as touching on how her two postpartum experiences differed from each other.
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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.
For another episode related to precipitous birth, tune into episode 63-Tessa & Jeff Sanders-IVF-2 Vaginal Births-Marcela & Rosie-5AM Miracle
Resources:
- Ally Patrie-Jurado YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@allypatrie-jurado1859
- Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
- Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net
Definitions:
- Trying to Conceive (TTC)
- Shingles
- Membrane /Cervical Sweep
- Tongue-Tie
- Mastitis
- Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
- Precipitous Birth
- Ferguson / Fetal Ejection Reflex (FER)
Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you like this podcast, don’t hesitate to share it and leave a review so it can bring the podcast to the attention of others.
If you want to share your own birth story or experience on the Birth As We Know ItTM️ Podcast, head over to https://birthasweknowitpodcast.com/ or fill out this Guest Request Form.
Support the podcast and become a part of the BAWKITM️ Community by becoming a Patron on the Birth As We Know It Patreon Page! And don’t forget to join in on the fun in the Private Facebook Group!
7-Mercedes Snyder-Stillbirth-6 Vaginal Births-Something Beautiful Midwifery Care
Birth As We Know It ™️-Birth Stories and Experiences
04/12/23 • 72 min
In this episode, I am honored to share the 6 birth stories from my good friend, chosen sister, and midwife Mercedes. Mercedes speaks of her personal experience with stillbirth, hospital transfers, birth center births, and home births. She also touches on the differences she felt while under the care of a midwife versus the providers in the hospital.
Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.
The resources I mention in this episode are listed below:
- Something Beautiful Midwifery Care- Mercedes Snyder: https://www.sbmidwiferycare.com/
- Evidence Based Birth: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/
Definitions:
- Stillbirth
- Amnioinfusion
- Amniocentesis
- Postprandial Hyperglycemia
- Membrane/Cervical Sweep
- Biophysical Profile (BPP)
- Non-Stress Test (NST)
Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you like this podcast, don’t hesitate to share it and leave a review so it can bring the podcast to the attention of others.
If you want to share your own birth story or experience on the Birth As We Know ItTM️ Podcast, head over to https://birthasweknowitpodcast.com/ or fill out this Guest Request Form.
Support the podcast and become a part of the BAWKITM️ Community by becoming a Patron on the Birth As We Know It Patreon Page! And don’t forget to join in on the fun in the Private Facebook Group!
3-Kiona Nessenbaum-Vaginal Birth-Katana
Birth As We Know It ™️-Birth Stories and Experiences
03/15/23 • 44 min
In this episode, I talk about how my third pregnancy and birth truly took me by surprise. I dive into my birth experience at a private birth center with an amazing birth support team and how it differed from my previous birth experiences. The universe really showed me how unique each pregnancy and birth can truly be.
birthasweknowitpodcast.com/3
Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.
The resources I mention in this episode are listed below:
- Midwife- Mercedes Snyder: https://www.sbmidwiferycare.com/
- Birth Doula- Kristin Travis: https://www.BEarthmate.com/
- Vaginal Steaming: Ebony Dixon-Padilla
- Tongue Tie Revision- MaryAnn O’Hara MD, MPH: https://www.seattlebfclinic.com/
- Maternity & Birth Photography- Gabi Iazzetti:https://iazzettiphotos.com/
Other resources I utilized during this pregnancy and forgot to mention are listed below:
- Powerful Placenta: https://www.powerfulplacenta.com/
- Another resource I used a lot during this pregnancy was the Facebook “Buy Nothing” groups that were local to me. Search up “Buy Nothing *insert neighborhood community here*” on Facebook and you should find a local group you can join.
Definitions:
- Pubic Symphysis Pain AKA Symphysis Pubic Dysfunction
- Lightning Crotch
- Membrane /Cervical Sweep
- Artificial Rupture of Membranes (AROM)
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Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you like this podcast, don’t hesitate to share it and leave a review so it can bring the podcast to the attention of others.
If you want to share your own birth story or experience on the Birth As We Know ItTM️ Podcast, head over to https://birthasweknowitpodcast.com/ or fill out this Guest Request Form.
Support the podcast and become a part of the BAWKITM️ Community by becoming a Patron on the Birth As We Know It Patreon Page! And don’t forget to join in on the fun in the Private Facebook Group!
10-Kendra Buchholz-Miscarriage-Vaginal Twin Birth-Mora & Wren
Birth As We Know It ™️-Birth Stories and Experiences
05/03/23 • 83 min
In this episode, we dive deep into the details of Kendra’s personal experience of miscarriage, getting a double rainbow baby surprise, and how she advocated really hard for herself during her pregnancy and had a strong support team on her side, which led to an amazing vaginal twin birth experience in the hospital operating room.
birthasweknowitpodcast.com/10
Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.
The resources I mention in this episode are listed below:
- Interurban Chiropractic- Kendra Buchholz: https://www.interurbanchiropractic.com/
- Ali Lewis, MD, FACOG-https://www.uwmedicine.org/bios/ali-lewis#about-tab
- Nancy Allen: Hypnobirthing Class-http://www.birthyourdreams.com/
Definitions:
The links in the section below are affiliate links. This means I get a small compensation from the companies that are linked as a “thank you”. There is no additional cost to you, however. I appreciate your support!
Book resources mentioned in this episode:
- What to Do When You're Expecting Two- Natalie Diaz: https://amzn.to/3mxthXn
- The Holistic Guide to Twin Pregnancy-BreAnn Blehm: https://amzn.to/43OMioW
- The Fourth Trimester-Kimberly Ann Johnson: https://amzn.to/3of8po6
Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you like this podcast, don’t hesitate to share it and leave a review so it can bring the podcast to the attention of others.
If you want to share your own birth story or experience on the Birth As We Know ItTM️ Podcast, head over to https://birthasweknowitpodcast.com/ or fill out this Guest Request Form.
Support the podcast and become a part of the BAWKITM️ Community by becoming a Patron on the Birth As We Know It Patreon Page! And don’t forget to join in on the fun in the Private Facebook Group!
48-Kelly Durbin, IBCLC-2 Vaginal Births-Jojo & Ella-Protecting Your Potential for Breastfeeing
Birth As We Know It ™️-Birth Stories and Experiences
01/24/24 • 66 min
In this episode, Kelly shares how her determination to get the birth she desired led her to choosing a birth location that was 1 hour away from her home, leading to a difficult decision during her labor. She also discusses the importance of being informed on how interventions that happen during the birthing process can have an impact on your breastfeeding experience.
Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.
Resources:
- Kelly Durbin, IBCLC-http://protectingyourpotential.com/index.html
- Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
- Postpartum Support International:https://www.postpartum.net
- La Lache League USA: https://lllusa.org/
- La Lache League International: https://llli.org/
Definitions:
Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you like this podcast, don’t hesitate to share it and leave a review so it can bring the podcast to the attention of others.
If you want to share your own birth story or experience on the Birth As We Know ItTM️ Podcast, head over to https://birthasweknowitpodcast.com/ or fill out this Guest Request Form.
Support the podcast and become a part of the BAWKITM️ Community by becoming a Patron on the Birth As We Know It Patreon Page! And don’t forget to join in on the fun in the Private Facebook Group!
70-Morgan Harvey-2 Vaginal Births-NICU-Beyond Birthing Doula-Adoptee
Birth As We Know It ™️-Birth Stories and Experiences
10/16/24 • 67 min
In this episode, Morgan shares her preterm birth experience with her son Josiah as well as her birth center birth experience with her son Noah. Both babies ended up in the NICU for different reasons. She also dives into how being an adoptee has impacted how she envisions herself as a mother to her own biological children.
birthasweknowitpodcast.com/70
Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.
Like this episode? Check out Episode 6-Kristin Travis-IUI-Vaginal Birth-Baby Beam-BEarthMate
Resources:
- Morgan Harvey Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/deliciouslydopellc
- Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
- Postpartum Support International:https://www.postpartum.net
Definitions:
- Fetal Heart Monitoring: Internal & External
- Amnioinfusion
- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
- Anemia In Pregnancy
- Back Labor
Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you like this podcast, don’t hesitate to share it and leave a review so it can bring the podcast to the attention of others.
If you want to share your own birth story or experience on the Birth As We Know ItTM️ Podcast, head over to https://birthasweknowitpodcast.com/ or fill out this Guest Request Form.
Support the podcast and become a part of the BAWKITM️ Community by becoming a Patron on the Birth As We Know It Patreon Page! And don’t forget to join in on the fun in the Private Facebook Group!
5-Blaine Bennet-4 Vaginal Births-PNW Apothecary
Birth As We Know It ™️-Birth Stories and Experiences
03/29/23 • 56 min
In this episode, Blaine talks about her experiences with hospital birth, unassisted/free birth, and home birth. We dive into how being a family of color impacted how she was treated while giving birth in a hospital setting and discuss how tricky delivering a placenta can sometimes be.
birthasweknowitpodcast.com/5
Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.
The resources I mention in this episode are listed below:
- PNW Apothecary-Blaine Bennet: https://www.pnwapothecaryshop.com/
- Birth Doula- Kristin Travis: https://www.BEarthmate.com/
- Open Arms Perinatal Servies: https://openarmsps.org/
- Global Midwifery Services-Faisa Farole: https://www.globalmidwiferyservices.com/
- Whole Body Pregnancy-Erika Davis: https://www.wholebodypregnancy.com/
Definitions:
- Pica In Pregnancy
- Unassisted Birth/Free Birth
- Postpartum Hemorrhage
- Trilobed Placenta
- Polydactyl Fingers
- TENS Unit
The links in the section below are affiliate links. This means I get a small compensation from the companies that are linked as a “thank you”. There is no additional cost to you, however. I appreciate your support!
Book Resources Mentioned in this episode:
- Ina Mays Guide to Childbirth: h
Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you like this podcast, don’t hesitate to share it and leave a review so it can bring the podcast to the attention of others.
If you want to share your own birth story or experience on the Birth As We Know ItTM️ Podcast, head over to https://birthasweknowitpodcast.com/ or fill out this Guest Request Form.
Support the podcast and become a part of the BAWKITM️ Community by becoming a Patron on the Birth As We Know It Patreon Page! And don’t forget to join in on the fun in the Private Facebook Group!
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How many episodes does Birth As We Know It ™️-Birth Stories and Experiences have?
Birth As We Know It ™️-Birth Stories and Experiences currently has 76 episodes available.
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The podcast is about Stories, Health & Fitness, Parenting, Obgyn, Fatherhood, Motherhood, Midwife, Podcasts, Education and Birth.
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The episode title '8-Siena Butler-Cesarean-VBAC-3 Births-Conscious Nurturer' is the most popular.
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The average episode length on Birth As We Know It ™️-Birth Stories and Experiences is 75 minutes.
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Episodes of Birth As We Know It ™️-Birth Stories and Experiences are typically released every 7 days.
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The first episode of Birth As We Know It ™️-Birth Stories and Experiences was released on Feb 22, 2023.
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