In this episode we share the birth story of our third baby. This is the final episode in our 3-part Journey to Luna-Rose series, where we talk about our experience preparing for and having a positive home birth. This pregnancy and birth were deeply intentional for our family.

We recap our previous births, talk about our beliefs around physiological birth, and share why we chose an unassisted home birth for baby #3. Then we walk you through the full story of Luna-Rose’s arrival — including labor, our water birth, pushing, and the first moments after she was born.This was a powerful unmedicated birth story and a reminder of how incredible the birthing body can be when given space, trust, and support. If you’re interested in natural birth, homebirth, freebirth, or unmedicated birth stories, we hope this story encourages you and gives you a glimpse into what birth can look like outside the hospital setting.

✨ Welcome to the world Luna-Rose.

Hi! I'm Hannah-Rose, mother, doula, child birth educator. Birth shouldn’t feel like a mystery. I wish I had more guidance when I was a first time mom! That’s why I love working with moms like you, get the powerful, beautiful birth that you will love to look back on…Getting educated, getting your mind body and spirit DOES make a difference! Your birth is NOT just another day at the office like it is for providers… its one of the most important days of your life and you CAN feel confident, especially if you want a natural birth! Even if you want an epidural- learning about options and interventions puts you in the drivers seat

In my program ROOTED we use the Unmedicated Academy childbirth education curriculum (30+ hours, forever access)

We cover:

🪺Birth physiology

🪺Hospital routines

🪺Advocacy Skills

🪺Strategy … and so much more

You get me, a doula in your back pocket, we meet weekly for Q+A private instagram group and monthly virtual women’s circles for expecting moms.

Learn more ⬇️

ROOTED BIRTH MENTORSHIP + UNMEDICATED ACADEMY BIRTH COURSE info page https://steep-cell-25483.myflodesk.com/z21tv6vzwc

FREE UNDERSTANDING UNMEDICATED MINI BIRTH CLASShttps://steep-cell-25483.myflodesk.com/vg75c0lc1a

Questions? DM me on instagram or Facebook

00:00 Introduction02:44 Recap 1st and 2nd birth05:26 Beliefs about birth10:04 Flexibility with "due dates"12:16 Children at birth15:20 The Birth Story!22:11 water birth is the best24:12 our 3 yr old woke up27:36 pushing28:56 baby took a minute to cry

In this pregnancy recap, I’m sharing the natural birth prep that actually helped me prepare for my third baby — physically, emotionally, spiritually, and mentally. If you’re a conscious mom preparing for an unmedicated/natural birth at home or the hospital, or simply wanting a more sovereign and holistic pregnancy, this episode is for you. This is Part 2 of my 3-part series leading up to the birth of baby #3. In this video, I walk through:

✨ How my first 2 births lead me to this point

✨ Learning to be the leader and authority as a mother

✨ Marriage growth during pregnancy

✨ Non religious spiritual practices that supported me

✨ Why I chose no prenatal medical appointments

Natural birth preparation isn’t just about positions and breathing techniques. It’s about clearing fear, building trust in your body, strengthening your relationship, and taking radical responsibility for your experience.I hope my story gives you encouragement and perspective that not all pregnancy prep has to look the same!

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Hi! I'm Hannah-Rose, mother, doula, child birth educator. Birth shouldn’t feel like a mystery. I wish I had more guidance when I was a first time mom! That’s why I love working with moms like you, get the powerful, beautiful birth that you will love to look back on…Getting educated, getting your body ready, getting your mind and spirit ready, really does make a difference! Your birth is NOT just another day at the office like it is for providers… its one of the most important days of your life and you CAN feel confident, especially if you want a natural birth!

ROOTED BIRTH MENTORSHIP + UNMEDICATED ACADEMY BIRTH COURSE info page https://steep-cell-25483.myflodesk.com/z21tv6vzwc

FREE 36 page birth prep guide https://theradicallyhonestmom--lizziebolliger.thrivecart.com/unmedicatedacademy/68c1dce820f50/

FREE UNDERSTANDING UNMEDICATED MINI BIRTH CLASS https://steep-cell-25483.myflodesk.com/vg75c0lc1a

Questions? DM me on instagram or Facebook

00:00 Introduction

02:39 my mom's story

03:48 choosing homebirth + 1st preg: recap

07:57 2nd birth recap

08:20 theories on tearing

10:35 common sense + intuition in birth

11:58 women's circle/ community

12:36 3rd pregnancy: How I prep!!

13:23 1st Trimester recap + mantra

16:34 Nutrition

18:28 2nd Trimester recap + mantra

23:10 3rd Trimester recap + mantra

This episode is the beginning of a deeply personal three-part story detailing the journey to our 3rd baby. Before baby number three, my marriage was on the brink of collapse. I was questioning whether to stay, whether it was safe to try again, and whether love had to be perfect to be sacred. This is the part of the story we don’t usually talk about—doubt, emotional shutdown, resentment, sobriety, and choosing radical honesty when walking away feels easier. If you’re looking for relationship advice, marriage advice for women, or honest conversations about marriage after kids, this episode is for you. In this relationship podcast episode, I share:

What it’s like to consider divorce after becoming parents

How unresolved patterns and emotional distance show up in long-term relationships

My abortion story and how it became a turning point for honesty and healing

Why self-responsibility and conscious communication changed everything

What it really takes to rebuild trust and intimacy in a marriage

This episode is especially for women who: Are unsure about having another baby

Are questioning their marriage after kids

Want grounded, real marriage advice for couples

Feel alone in their doubts but aren’t ready to give up yet

👉 Part 2 will cover my pregnancy journey—how I supported myself physically, emotionally, and spiritually through each trimester.

👉 Part 3 will include my husband as we share our birth story together.If you’re searching for honest marriage podcast topics, real motherhood stories, and conversations that go beyond surface-level advice, you’re in the right place.

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✨Birth Vlog: https://youtu.be/LFBRX7qqvto?si=aa2na9iOIBIfyofW

Hi! I'm Hannah-Rose, mother, doula, child birth educator. Birth shouldn’t feel like a mystery. I wish I had more guidance when I was a first time mom! That’s why I love working with moms like you, get the powerful, beautiful birth that you will love to look back on…Getting educated, getting your body ready, getting your mind and spirit ready, really does make a difference! Your birth is NOT just another day at the office like it is for providers… its one of the most important days of your life and you CAN feel confident, especially if you want a natural birth! Even if you're planning for an epidural you benefit from learning all options and interventions

ROOTED BIRTH MENTORSHIP + UNMEDICATED ACADEMY BIRTH COURSE info page https://steep-cell-25483.myflodesk.com/z21tv6vzwc

FREE 36 page birth prep guidehttps://theradicallyhonestmom--lizziebolliger.thrivecart.com/unmedicatedacademy/68c1dce820f50/

FREE UNDERSTANDING UNMEDICATED MINI BIRTH CLASS https://steep-cell-25483.myflodesk.com/vg75c0lc1a

Questions? DM me on Instagram or Facebook

00:00 Introduction

01:29 PSA: I over share because I care

02:17 2021 calling in a 2nd baby

03:21 2022 breakdowns in pregnancy

04:37 2023 giving up on marriage

06:15 cosmic b*tch slap: sobriety

07:20 2024 growth + unplanned pregnancy

09:31 more radical honest

11:11 last attempt to break the marriage

12:36 how can we focus on ourselves as women

13:09 another surprise development!

In this episode of Sovereign Tea Time, I’m back to muse on motherhood with Celia Mei. My kiddos are 7 and 2, and for Celia hers are 7, 4, 2, and 6 months. We share personal stories about our journeys, including the joys and difficulties of traveling with young children, navigating going back to work after birth, and prioritizing play amidst daily responsibilities. Our discussion emphasizes the need for grounding, connection, and fun amidst the chaos of motherhood. We explore the themes of playfulness as a parenting tool, emotional regulation, and breaking generational cycles of trauma. We discuss the challenges of managing triggers and emotions, and the need for resources and tools to support our parenting journey. We talked about the reciprocal nature of motherhood, where both parents and children learn and grow together, ultimately aiming to foster healthier relationships and emotional well-being.

Resources:

www.instagram.com/playfulheartparenting

The Nurtured Heart Approach Book:

https://a.co/d/0O1fTpR

www.loveandlogic.com

Connect with Celia Mei

www.intuitivebirth.org

www.instagram.com/intuitive.birth/

Connect with Hannah-Rose

www.instagram.com/thehannahmama.com

www.youtube.com/@thehannahmama

https://linktr.ee/thehannahmama

Email sovereign.tea.time@gmail.com to submit your freebirth story for consideration, or your adventures in the journey of sovereign womanhood, where we take radical responsibility for our lives.

03:06 Motherhood and Pregnancy Experiences

06:02 Navigating Birth Work and Motherhood

08:47 Traveling with Infants

12:03 The Importance of Cultural Exposure for Children

14:55 Challenges of Traveling with Young Children

18:06 Finding Joy in Parenting

20:59 The Role of Play in Family Dynamics

26:44 The Power of Play in Parenting

36:58 Navigating Triggers and Emotions

46:55 Breaking Cycles and Building Healthy Relationships

In this episode of Sovereign Tea Time, Hannah-Rose shares her personal journey through motherhood, focusing on her experiences with pregnancy, homebirth with midwives then freebirth, and the lessons learned along the way. She reflects on the transition to motherhood, the importance of community support, and the empowering decision to pursue freebirth. Through her stories, she emphasizes the significance of intuition, self-responsibility, and the impact of birth experiences on relationships. Hannah-Rose invites listeners to explore the deeper implications of free birth and how it can transform one's life.

Follow Hannah-Rose

www.youtube.com/@thehannahmama

www.instagram.com/thehannahmama

https://linktr.ee/thehannahmama

Email sovereign.tea.time@gmail.com to submit your freebirth story for consideration, or your adventures in the journey of sovereign womanhood

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Exciting News

03:33 Grounding Practices and Personal Check-in

06:51 Pregnancy Journey and Changes

09:43 Mother's Birth Stories and VBAC Advocacy

12:35 Personal Birth Experience: First Child

18:25 Labor and Birth Process: First Child

24:01 Reflections on Birth Experience and Lessons Learned

33:55 Transitioning to Free Birth Philosophy

37:44 Impact of Birth Experience on Life

38:28 The Journey to Motherhood: Reflections on Pregnancy

44:13 Preparing for Free Birth: A Personal Choice

49:49 Lessons Learned: Growth Through Birth

01:01:05 Embracing Change: The Impact of Free Birth on Relationships

This California Mama and Sovereign Birth Guardian takes us through her 4 births, all at home, the first 3 with licensed midwives leading up to her recent freebirth. The first baby was “assisted” out by the midwife causing interventions and trauma she later questioned.

In her third birth she found herself inviting too many people, spiraling into fear, and struggling to speak her true need to be alone.

For her fourth birth she was ready to take the leap into freebirth actually suggested by her husband after he had previously been skeptical. Listen to find out the tools she used to surrender into her pregnancy and birth completely outside the medical system!

Find Celia Mei on IG www.instargram.com/intuitive.birth/

or her website www.intuitivebirth.org

Find the book we referenced here: "Portal: The Art of Choosing Orgasmic, Pain Free Birth" by Yolande Norris Clark here:

https://amzn.to/3Ckxvc4

Intro Song "We Are Weaving Our Lives" by Alexa Sunshine Rose https://alexasunshinerose.bandcamp.com/album/come-receive