The Push Lab Podcast
Prepare body, mind, and spirit for a Christ-centered pregnancy and childbirth with Dr. Betsey, DPT.
Episodes
Feeling anxious during pregnancy? In this episode, Dr. Betsey shares how stress affects your brain and decision-making—and why turning to Jesus in the moment matters. Learn the four stress responses, how to recognize your own patterns, and how daily surrender can prepare your heart and body for a peaceful birth. Grounded in scripture, real-life encouragement, and practical steps.
What does Forrest Frank, Chappell Roan and a rude stare at Warby Parker have in common? They all made me reflect on how our culture views children—and how wildly different that is from how God sees them. In this episode, I’m unpacking the quiet grief of feeling like kids are “too much” for public spaces and the holy reminder that every child is a gift, not an inconvenience.
If you’ve ever second-guessed growing your fa...
In this episode of the Push Lab Podcast, Dr. Betsey discusses the critical aspects of childbirth education, focusing on the importance of pushing techniques and the misconceptions surrounding them. She emphasizes the need for mothers to advocate for themselves during labor, particularly regarding the choice between Valsalva and open glottis pushing. Dr. Betsey also highlights the role of healthcare practitioners in su...
Preparing for childbirth isn’t just about birth plans and breathing techniques—it’s about getting your body ready for the big day! In this episode of The Push Lab Podcast, Dr. Betsey, pelvic floor physical therapist and birth expert, breaks down how pelvic floor therapy can help you prevent tearing, reduce pain, and feel more confident going into labor. Learn the exercises, mindset shifts, and key strategies to prepar...
What if your next birth could heal the trauma of your last? After a difficult first experience, I was determined to write a different story—one filled with trust, faith, and true support. From waiting 41 weeks and 5 days for labor to the powerful moment I met my sweet Baby P, this homebirth was everything I prayed for. It was raw, redemptive, and a reminder that our bodies were beautifully designed for this.
In this episode, I introduce my husband, Dr. James (but you can call him Jimmy!), a physical therapist like myself. Together, we dive into the birth story of our firstborn, Noah—a hospital birth that did not go as planned.
From being told my body was failing me before labor even started to a traumatic induction, unnecessary interventions, and feeling like an inconvenience during pushing, this experience shook me to my ...
It’s finally happening—I’m launching The Push Lab Podcast! But why did it take me five years to hit record? In this episode, I’m sharing the real, raw journey of how my own traumatic birth experience led me to create The Push Lab birth course, why I’ve struggled with showing up on social media lately, and how God kept nudging me to start this podcast. Plus, a sneak peek at what’s coming next—including my personal birt...
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