Beste Birth Prep podcasts (2025)

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153- When to Stop DIY-ing and See a Pelvic Floor PT// Knowing the Signs & Taking the Next Step 29:36

16h ago29:36

29:36

If you're doing "all the things" — kegels, breathwork, core workouts, even YouTube rehab videos — and still struggling with pelvic floor symptoms, this episode is your permission slip to stop trying to figure it out alone. In this episode of The Pelvic Floor, Core & More Podcast, Dr. Desiree Cassell, Pelvic Health PT and creator of the RESTORE prog…

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152- Pelvic Floor Stocking Stuffers & Holiday Must-Haves// The Best Gifts to Support Your Core + Confidence 17:45

5d ago17:45

17:45

In this festive and empowering episode, Dr. Des unwraps her top pelvic health gift picks that actually support your core healing, confidence, and connection — whether you’re shopping for yourself or the fellow powerhouse women in your life. We’re talking about stocking stuffers and holiday must-haves that go beyond the fluff — tools that help you f…

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151- Procrastination, Pressure & Pelvic Floors// Why You’re Stuck & How to Move Again 25:11

7d ago25:11

25:11

Are you putting off the very things that could help you feel strong, connected, and pain-free in your body? In this episode of The Pelvic Floor, Core & More Podcast, Dr. Desiree gets real about why we procrastinate our healing, how it affects our pelvic floor and core progress, and what to do about it. Whether you’ve been telling yourself, “I’ll st…

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Peaceful Homebirth Update & How to Support The Show! 5:27

8d ago5:27

5:27

Today starts my 2 month break from the podcast. Listen in for how you can support the show AND get access to an amazing community and gifts. Thankful for all of the support that keeps this podcast going! While I'm away here is a link to the podcast directory with direct links to every episode I have done! PODCAST DIRECTORY: https://birth-bliss-beyo…

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150- Healing Through the Holidays// Nourishment Over Guilt, Intention Over Perfection 29:26

14d ago29:26

29:26

In this cozy but truth-dropping episode, Dr. Desiree dives into the real reasons holiday stress can sabotage your pelvic floor and core healing — and what to do about it. Whether you’re navigating endless social events, indulging in sweets, or skipping your breathwork during the holidays… this one’s for you, babe. You’ll learn how to enjoy the seas…

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Ep 233//Slippery Slope into Idolizing Homebirth and the Traps Satan Uses to Keep us in Bondage 1:20:08

15d ago1:20:08

1:20:08

Do you want a homebirth so bad that it hurts sometimes? You find yourself with racing thoughts of all the what of scenarios which leads you into a cycle of information overload. You’re scrolling IG for hours searching for stories just like yours to help you feel better, you compulsively text your doula or midwife in hopes they will say just the rig…

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149- Strong Arms Aren’t Just For The Boys// Restoring the Shoulder to Support Pelvic Floor Health 37:54

19d ago37:54

37:54

Do you carry the weight of the world in your shoulders? Tension, tightness, poor posture, and pain in the upper body can ripple all the way down to your core and pelvic floor. In today’s episode of Pelvic Floor, Core & More, we continue the Restore Your Joints series by focusing on the shoulder joint and upper body — and why restoring this area is …

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148- Rewire Your Thoughts, Heal Your Body// Your Brain, Beliefs & the Body’s Power to Restore 27:44

21d ago27:44

27:44

What if the way you speak to and think about your body is the very thing keeping you stuck? In today’s episode of the Pelvic Floor, Core & More Podcast, we’re talking about the healing power of your thoughts. This mind-body connection is crucial. Your body isn’t broken — it's listening. Whether you’re navigating pelvic floor issues, core weakness, …

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EP 232//Christian Hypnobirthing | Former New Age Follower Exposes the TRUTH! 59:00

22d ago59:00

59:00

Christian Hypnobirthing seems to be the most popular form of birth preparation right now. In today's episode we seek to discover what the Bible says about hypnosis and share our thoughts coming from 2 different perspectives. My friend Amanda has recently come from the New Age and I from a Christian perspective that dabbled with New Age perspectives…

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147- Restore Your Spine: Healing the Mid + Upper Back for Core & Pelvic Floor Support 38:39

26d ago38:39

38:39

If you’re walking around with your shoulders hunched, neck tight, and feeling like your posture has totally collapsed… this episode is your invitation to breathe deeper, open your heart, and reconnect to your core — from the top down. In this episode of the Restore Your Joints series, we’re diving into the mid and upper back and how it directly aff…

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146- Plan Your Power// Why Prepping Your Workouts = Consistency & Confidence 28:16

28d ago28:16

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If you’ve ever skipped a workout because you “just didn’t know what to do” — this episode is for you. We’re diving deep into the real reason so many women struggle with consistency when it comes to movement. Spoiler: it’s not laziness, lack of willpower, or needing more motivation. It’s decision fatigue, nervous system overload, and not having a pl…

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Ep 231// When Birth Isn’t Terrible: 5 Hour Birth Center Story for First-Time Moms with Aspen 39:48

29d ago39:48

39:48

Today’s episode is with Aspen, a first-time mom, who had a beautiful, five-hour birth at a birth center — but her story starts long before labor began. She grew up hearing that birth was terrible — her mom even said she wished for death during hers. But instead of repeating that narrative, this mama decided to renew her mind and approach birth diff…

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145- Low Back & SI Joint Pain During Pregnancy, Postpartum & Beyond?// Restoring Your SIJ & Pelvis for Optimal Core Function 32:42

1M ago32:42

32:42

If your low back is always tight, your SI joint feels like it’s slipping or stuck, or you’re constantly clenching something just to hold yourself together... this episode is for you. 😵‍💫 In this episode of the Restore Your Joints series, Dr. Desiree breaks down the sneaky connection between SI joint dysfunction, low back pain, and your pelvic floor…

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144- Grounded Gratitude + Mini Breathwork Exercise// The Nervous System Secret to Pelvic Floor Healing 24:25

1M ago24:25

24:25

In this special November episode of The Pelvic Floor, Core & More podcast, we’re slowing down… and breathing into the most powerful medicine for your nervous system, your pelvic floor, and your entire healing journey: gratitude. This isn't the forced kind. This is the somatic, real, root-down kind of gratitude that helps your body feel safe enough …

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Ep 230// From Hospital Births to God-Led Homebirth: One Mom’s Door-Opening Story with Britt 39:25

1M ago39:25

39:25

In today’s episode, Brit shares the incredible story of how God spoke to her heart before she was even pregnant — giving her the name of her baby and confirming that this child was part of His plan. After having hospital births before, Brit wasn’t sure if they would have more kids, and the idea of homebirth felt like a distant “maybe someday.” She …

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143- Unlocking the Hips, Unlocking the Core: The Surprising Link Between Tight Hips & Pelvic Floor Dysfunction 29:14

1M ago29:14

29:14

If you’ve ever done a million different hip stretches and gotten all the massages, but still having issues with hip tightness — Or had a pain (literally) in the butt that just wont go away…. this episode is for you. 👀 In today’s powerful conversation, we’re breaking down one of the most overlooked causes of pelvic floor dysfunction: your hips. Yep …

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142- When You Gotta Go... But You Just Went// Healing Urgency and Urge Incontinence Naturally 28:21

1M ago28:21

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Have you ever peed 3 times before leaving the house “just in case”? Or felt that sudden, overwhelming urge to go... even though you literally just went? You’re not alone — and you’re not broken. Today we’re talking all things urge incontinence, overactive bladder, and how to restore your body’s connection to your bladder, your breath, and your pelv…

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Ep 229//Healing Birth Trauma God’s Way: Finding Peace and Purpose After a Hard Birth with Brigid Tebaldi 51:29

1M ago51:29

51:29

Today, I’m joined by Brigid, a Functional Women’s Health Coach and Mentor who helps moms rediscover that their bodies are not broken — that they’re not falling short in motherhood — and that life can actually be full, joyful, and fun, even in the chaos. Brigid guides women to see the truth that their bodies are beautifully made by God, that their v…

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141- Restore Your Knees to Restore Your Core// Why your pelvic floor depends on what’s happening below the belt 27:28

2M ago27:28

27:28

🌀 You’re doing the breathing. You’re doing the bracing. But your knees? Still unstable, stiff, or sore? That’s not just a leg-day problem — it’s a pelvic floor one. In today’s episode, I’m walking you through how your knees and pelvic floor are deeply connected, and why knee weakness or misalignment could be the real reason you’re still leaking, fe…

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Ep 228//God's Faithfulness Never Fails, A Homebirth Story of Answered Prayers with McKenzie 45:00

2M ago45:00

45:00

Welcome back to the show, friend. Today’s episode is one that will touch the deepest parts of your heart — especially if you’ve ever walked through a birth that didn’t go the way you hoped. I’m sitting down with Mckenzie, who has experienced two very different homebirth stories. Her first was a grueling 30+ hour birth that left her feeling like bot…

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140- From Funk to Flow// What It Is Trying To Tell You & How to Reset Your Mind, Body & Energy 38:42

2M ago38:42

38:42

We all know that feeling — when your motivation disappears, your energy dips, and even the simplest tasks feel heavy. You’re not lazy. You’re not broken. You’re just in a funk. In this episode, Dr. Desiree dives into what’s really going on when you feel off, disconnected, or unmotivated — and how to get out of that stuck state without pushing or sh…

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139- From the Ground Up// How Restoring Your Feet and Ankles Can Transform Your Pelvic Floor Health 30:11

2M ago30:11

30:11

When it comes to pelvic floor healing, everyone’s talking about the core, the hips, and the breath… but almost no one is talking about your feet. 👣 In this episode, we’re taking your healing literally from the ground up. You’ll learn how your feet and ankles directly affect your pelvic floor, core, and posture — and why reconnecting to your foundat…

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Ep 227//God's Faithfulness and Guiding Steps In Homebirth with Michelle Wolf 53:52

2M ago53:52

53:52

Today’s episode is such a beautiful reminder that God truly is in the details. My guest, Michelle Wolf, is a mom of two who lives in Mexico. She chose homebirth for both of her babies, and while her first didn’t go the way she had hoped — including a difficult recovery after tearing — God used her second birth story to show His faithfulness in such…

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138- Beyond the Core// Why Restoring the Whole Kinetic Chain Is Essential to True Healing 27:36

2M ago27:36

27:36

If you’ve ever been told to “just strengthen your core” for back pain, pelvic floor dysfunction, or leaking , this episode is your wake-up call. Because here’s the truth → your core doesn’t work alone. It’s part of a powerful kinetic chain: your feet, hips, ribs, shoulders, and everything in between, all working together to create strength, stabili…

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137- My Favorite Fall Things// Nourishment, Movement & Mindful Living for the Season 18:44

2M ago18:44

18:44

Fall is here, and it’s one of my favorite times to reset, slow down, and reconnect with what feels grounding and good. In this episode, I’m sharing my favorite fall things, from the foods that nourish your body to the cozy routines that support your mind and mood. You’ll learn how to support your immune system naturally, eat in rhythm with the seas…

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136- Falling Into Fitness// How to Rebuild Strength & Energy Without Burning Out 21:26

2M ago21:26

21:26

Door Dr. Desiree Cassell | Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist, Women’s Health Specialist, Strong and Fit Momma

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Ep 226//Faith Is Not Certainty: Trusting God When You Can’t See the Outcome (Especially in Birth) 38:05

2M ago38:05

38:05

Door Aly McClain

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135- From Stuck to Sustainable// The Mindset Shifts Moms Need for Healing and Action Steps to Take Today 41:55

2M ago41:55

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Have you ever said to yourself: “I know what I should be doing… but I just can’t seem to do it”? Whether it’s exercising, eating well, or taking 10 minutes for yourself, most moms struggle with follow-through — and it’s not because you’re lazy, unmotivated, or broken. The real issue isn’t willpower. It’s your mindset and your nervous system. In thi…

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Ep 225//3 Ways to KNOW You're Hearing From the Holy Spirit in Your Pregnancy & Homebirth + BIG ANNOUNCEMENT on the Future of Peaceful Homebirth 29:00

2M ago29:00

29:00

Door Aly McClain

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134- Stop Neglecting Your Upper Body: How It Supports Pelvic Floor Healing and My Top Upper Body Exercises to Start Today 28:04

2M ago28:04

28:04

When women think about pelvic floor healing, most picture core work or maybe glute bridges. But here’s the truth: your upper body strength has just as much to do with your core and pelvic floor as your abs or hips. In this episode of Pelvic Floor, Core & More, Dr. Desiree Cassell, pelvic floor physical therapist, explains why your shoulders, back, …

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133- Why Most Women Struggle With Leaking, DRA, Prolapse & Pain (And No One Is Talking About It) 23:28

2M ago23:28

23:28

Most women are told that leaking, prolapse, or back pain is just because their core is “weak.” Or that they need to do more kegels. But here’s the truth: the real problem usually isn’t weakness. It’s pressure mismanagement. In this episode of Pelvic Floor, Core & More, Dr. Desiree Cassell, pelvic floor physical therapist, breaks down why pressure m…

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132- Living With Pelvic Congestion Syndrome: My Journey With PeVD & How to Manage It Through Every Season of Life 27:53

3M ago27:53

27:53

For years, I felt a heaviness, pressure, and pain in my pelvis that no one could explain. I was told it was “just period pain,” “probably prolapse,” or even “all in my head.” But eventually, I learned the truth: it was Pelvic Venous Disorder, also known as Pelvic Congestion Syndrome. If you’ve ever felt dismissed, confused, or alone with your sympt…

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131- Breakfast Tips That Set You Up for Healing & Energy All Day 29:53

3M ago29:53

29:53

Do you usually skip breakfast? Or maybe grab just coffee and hope it carries you through the chaos of the morning? Here’s the truth: the way you start your day has a huge impact on your energy, hormones, nervous system, and even your pelvic floor healing. In this episode of Pelvic Floor, Core & More, Dr. Desiree Cassell, pelvic floor physical thera…

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Ep 224//Spirit Babies, Spiritual Birth, and What We Don’t See 50:00

3M ago50:00

50:00

Door Aly McClain

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130- Core Exercises & Pelvic Floor Healing Strategies… From the Couch 21:28

3M ago21:28

21:28

Think you need intense workouts, endless kegels, or hours at the gym to heal your pelvic floor and core? Nope. 💛 In fact, some of the most powerful healing practices you can do happen while you’re resting — yes, even while laying on your couch. In this episode of Pelvic Floor, Core & More, Dr. Desiree Cassell, pelvic floor physical therapist, shows…

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129- How to Optimize Your Exercise Recovery for a Stronger Core & Pelvic Floor 26:34

3M ago26:34

26:34

You’ve probably heard the phrase “no pain, no gain.” But when it comes to your core and pelvic floor, that couldn’t be further from the truth. The real magic doesn’t happen during your workout — it happens during your recovery. In this episode of Pelvic Floor, Core & More, Dr. Desiree Cassell, pelvic floor physical therapist and women’s health expe…

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128- 10 Everyday Habits That Can Cause Pelvic Heaviness and Prolapse… Or Make It Worse 20:29

3M ago20:29

20:29

Have you ever felt heaviness, pressure, or bulging “down there” and wondered if it’s prolapse… or worried about making it worse? You are not alone, mama. 💛 Prolapse is common, but not normal — and most women are never told how their everyday habits can either support healing or put more strain on their pelvic floor. In this episode of Pelvic Floor,…

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Ep 223//Combating Anxious Thoughts & Retraining Your Brain - Chapter 2 of Finding Joy in Pregnancy & Birth 20:33

3M ago20:33

20:33

Door Aly McClain

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127- Jump Without Leaks or Pressure// How to Get Back on the Trampoline (and Impact) Safely 25:42

3M ago25:42

25:42

How many times have you avoided the trampoline with your kids because you knew you’d leak… or worried about making prolapse symptoms worse? Mama, you’re not broken — you just need the right progression to get back to the movement you love. 💛 In this empowering episode of Pelvic Floor, Core & More, Dr. Desiree Cassell, pelvic floor and women’s healt…

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126- The 5 Most Common Mistakes Women Make When Restoring Their Core 24:10

3M ago24:10

24:10

If you’ve ever been told to “just strengthen your core” — only to keep leaking, feeling weak, or struggling with back pain — this episode is for you. 💛 The truth is, most women are given advice about their core that’s either incomplete or flat-out wrong. And when you focus on the wrong thing, you don’t just waste time… you can actually make your sy…

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Ep 222//When Birth Feels Uncertain: 5 Biblical Anchors for the Dark Moments 30:16

3M ago30:16

30:16

Door Aly McClain

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125- The Healing Hierarchy// What to Prioritize When Everything Feels Broken 23:02

3M ago23:02

23:02

Have you ever felt like everything in your body is falling apart — leaking, back pain, diastasis recti, prolapse, tension everywhere — and you don’t even know where to start? 😩 You’re not alone, mama. One of the biggest reasons women stay stuck in pain and symptoms is because they try to fix everything at once… or they focus on the wrong thing firs…

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124- Have a Strong Core with Diastasis Recti// Healing Beyond Crunches & Kegels 21:49

3M ago21:49

21:49

If you’ve Googled “how to heal diastasis recti postpartum” and ended up more confused than empowered — you’re not alone, momma. 💕 In this episode of Pelvic Floor, Core & More, Dr. Desiree Cassell, pelvic floor and women’s health physical therapist, breaks down what diastasis recti (DR or DRA) really is, why it happens during pregnancy and postpartu…

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Ep 221//Homebirth With Scoliosis and How God Was In The Details with Valery 39:15

4M ago39:15

39:15

What if your first two birth experiences left you thinking, ‘There has to be a better way?’ That’s exactly where today’s guest, Valery, found herself. A mom to three little boys, Valery’s journey to homebirth wasn’t just a decision—it was a calling. After two hospital births that didn’t feel right, she and her husband began seeking God for answers……

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123- Birth Prep Basics// How to Prepare Your Body, Core & Pelvic Floor for Labor and Delivery 25:29

4M ago25:29

25:29

Are you pregnant and wondering how to best prepare your body for labor, delivery, and postpartum recovery? You’re not alone! So many moms-to-be feel anxious, overwhelmed, and unsure of what to do in these final weeks. The good news is: you can prepare — and the right strategies can make birth smoother, reduce tearing, and help you feel confident in…

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122- Smart Prenatal Modifications// How to Safely Adapt Exercise During Pregnancy for Strength, Comfort & Core Protection 31:11

4M ago31:11

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Are you pregnant and wondering if your favorite workouts are still safe? Or maybe you’ve heard conflicting advice about what you can and can’t do during pregnancy — and it’s left you feeling confused, cautious, or even scared to move at all. The truth is: you don’t have to stop exercising during pregnancy — you just need to make smart modifications…

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Ep 220//Preparing for an OFF GRID Homebirth, Reducing Anxiety about Birth & More with Combat Midwife, Jessica Arlo 52:58

4M ago52:58

52:58

Door Aly McClain

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121- Pregnancy Fitness 101 | How to Stay Strong, Protect Your Pelvic Floor, and Prep for Birth 30:38

4M ago30:38

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Are you pregnant and feeling unsure about how to exercise safely without putting yourself — or your baby — at risk? Maybe you’ve heard conflicting advice like “just keep doing what you were doing” or “only walk and stretch” and now you’re stuck wondering what’s actually safe. In this episode of Pelvic Floor, Core & More, I’m breaking down everythin…

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120- Back to You: How to Prioritize Your Pelvic Floor Healing as the Kids Go Back to School 22:38

4M ago22:38

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It’s officially back-to-school season — and if your calendar is already filling up with snacks, soccer, drop-offs and appointments… this episode is your reminder: ✨ You still get to be a priority. ✨ Your healing doesn’t have to wait. ✨ You’re allowed to take up space on your own calendar. In this episode, Dr. Desiree shares a soul-nourishing (but p…

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Ep 219//How the Lord Answered EVERY Prayer and Redeemed a Traumatic Birth that Involved CPS Harassment with Ellen Cobb 1:14:16

4M ago1:14:16

1:14:16

What happens when the system meant to support you becomes the source of your deepest trauma? In today’s powerful episode, you’ll hear the raw and unfiltered birth story of a mama who endured a grueling 43-hour labor that ended not just in trauma—but in a shocking brush with CPS, medical gaslighting, and a provider who bragged about throwing away bi…

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