EP20. Unveiling the Journey of a Free Birth: Liv's Story

In this episode of Hear Me Roar, we welcome Liv, a friend of Sarah's from the Austin Mama's Village Chat group. Liv shares her profound and spiritual journey of her first free birth. She details the stages of her pregnancy, the transformative experience of labor, and the intense emotional and physical sensations she encountered.  Alongside, she describes the mystical connection she felt with her daughter’s soul and how the experience propelled her into the realm of birth work. This deeply personal story highlights the importance of personal authority, trust, and the wide spectrum of emotions involved in free birthing. Liv's candid narrative offers insight and inspiration for anyone interested in natural birth and the holistic approach to labor and motherhood. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:03 Guest's Background and Passion for Birth Work 03:01 Spiritual Experience and Pregnancy Journey 06:29 Preparing for a Free Birth 10:56 Labor Begins and Emotional Challenges 17:57 Active Labor and Birth 31:33 A Hilarious Moment 31:59 The Birth Begins 32:42 The Arrival of the Baby 33:47 Post-Birth Rituals 36:24 Reflecting on the Birth Experience 42:23 The Role of Personal Authority in Birth 47:28 Transitioning to Birth Work 50:49 Exploring Yoni Healing 59:33 Final Thoughts and Future Plans EPISODE LINKS LIV.

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• Work Together: Wild & Free Coaching Container
• Birth Trauma Integration Session: Book

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• Ebook: Questions to ask your Birth Attendant

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DISCLAIMER. The content of this podcast is for informational and inspirational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice. Listeners are encouraged to take full responsibility for their own bodies and decisions and to consult with qualified professionals as needed.