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Midwife Life: Midwifing you through health, motherhood, and the sacred mess of life’s transformations with Diane Ortega

Diane Ortega of Willow Birth Center

Welcome to The Midwife Life—part podcast, part revolution that empowers and educates women on all things related to pregnancy, birth, postpartum care, and careers in healthcare. Whether it"s understanding the options available to you, advocating for yourself in a health care setting, or simply knowing that you"re not alone, I want you to leave each episode feeling stronger and more equipped.

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All Episodes

11:44

32: When You’ve Grown, But Your Life Hasn’t Caught Up...

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2025/08/28

What happens when you’ve grown, healed, shifted, and expanded… but your outer life still looks the same?In this soul-stirring episode, Diane explores the tension between internal transformation and external reality. If you’ve ever felt like you’re living in the gap—the sacred space between who you were and who you’re becoming—this conversation is for you. Through story, reflection, and ritual, you’ll discover how to honor the in-between, trust the unseen, and stabilize as your life catches up to

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52:26

BONUS REPLAY: The Holistic Healing of Acupuncture and...

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2025/08/18

In this bonus replay, Diane Ortega is joined by guest, Kari-Ann Hubbard, LAc, MSOM, a national board-certified acupuncturist and herbalist specializing in women's health, fertility, and perinatal care. Kari-Ann shares her extensive knowledge of Chinese medicine, explaining how this ancient practice takes a holistic approach to wellness by considering the interconnectedness of the body, mind, and environment. She also discusses her personal journey into this field and how it has helped her and her

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12:44

31: Midwifing Your Message: Finding, Protecting &...

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2025/08/11

Your message is already inside you; it’s not something you have to chase down or force into existence. In this episode of The Midwife Life, Diane Ortega, midwife, mama, and sacred space holder for your becoming, guides you through the process of midwifing your message, from the first quiet spark to the moment you’re ready to share it with the world.Through personal stories, practical tools, and a guided visualization, you’ll learn how to honor the timing of your message, protect it while it grows,

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9:38

30: The Sacred Reset: Begin Again

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2025/08/04

What if your “new beginning” doesn’t look like a vision board or a sprint toward reinvention, but instead feels like a soft exhale? In this episode of The Midwife Life, Diane guides you through the energy of The Sacred Reset—a kind of beginning that doesn’t demand hustle, but rather honesty. This is for the woman who is burned out on doing, craving rhythm instead of rigidity, and ready to begin again… but different. Diane explores: The difference between performative rest and real pause

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52:06

Bonus Replay: Mind & Matter: A Deep Dive into Women’s...

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2025/07/28

**BONUS REPLAY** In this compelling episode of The Midwife Life, host Diane Ortega sits down with Dr. Cara English, CEO of Cummings Graduate Institute for Behavioral Health Studies and an expert in perinatal mental health. Together, they explore the often overlooked but critical subject of mental health for women during pregnancy and postpartum. Dr. English shares her expertise on recognizing, understanding, and addressing perinatal mental health conditions, offering actionable advice and insights

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11:13

29: I Went to Avalon and Remembered Myself

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2025/07/21

In this vulnerable solo episode, Diane shares her transformational journey to Avalon—the mystical heart of Glastonbury, England—and how it became the sacred turning point she didn’t know she needed.While Diane has long guided women to release overwhelm and receive support, Avalon revealed a deeper truth: she was still holding far more than she allowed herself to admit. Through ceremony, sisterhood, and spiritual reckoning, Diane came face-to-face with the old pattern of over-responsibility—and

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54:27

BONUS REPLAY: MOMentum for Moms: Transforming Work,...

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2025/07/14

**BONUS REPLAY** This week on The Midwife Life, Diane sits down with Chelsie Bruggeman, the powerhouse CEO and founder of MOMentum, an organization dedicated to supporting mothers as they navigate the delicate balance of work, family, and self-care. A mom of two and one of Phoenix Business Journal's 2024 40 Under 40, Chelsie shares her journey from raising millions in scholarships at Arizona State University to building a thriving community that empowers working moms during matrescence.What We

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10:18

28: From Career Hummingbird to Six-Figure...

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2025/07/07

In this powerful solo episode, Diane Ortega, CNM, DNP—midwife, mom of four, and founder of Willow Midwife Centers—pulls back the curtain on her chapter in Six-Figure Chicks: Phoenix, Vol. 2. With honesty and heart, Diane shares what it took to write her story, the fears she overcame, and the legacy she’s building—one bold decision at a time.She opens up about what it means to be a late bloomer, the reality of being in “draft mode,” and why sisterhood was essential in bringing this book to life

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8:04

27: From Darkness to Light: A Solstice Story + My...

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2025/06/30

In this intimate solo episode, Diane Ortega invites you into a powerful solstice reflection and shares the behind-the-scenes of her personal transformation. From the grief of letting go of a long-held vision to the light of spiritual rebirth, she offers a raw and radiant look at what it means to midwife yourself through change. She also opens up about her upcoming journey to Avalon—the sacred land of the Divine Feminine—and what she hopes to remember, release, and reclaim along the way. This is a

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60:26

BONUS REPLAY: Midwives + Doulas: Building the Dream...

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2025/06/23

This week we're throwing it back to the premiere episode of The Midwife Life where Diane sits down with Michelle Ludwig, an experienced birth doula and passionate advocate for women’s health. Together, they delve into the vital roles of midwives and doulas, how they work hand-in-hand to support birthing parents, and the unique benefits they bring to pregnancy and postpartum journeys.Michelle shares her personal journey from client to doula and offers insights into the collaborative dynamic

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47:29

26: Yoga, Birth, and the Power of Connection: A...

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2025/06/16

In this heart-centered conversation, Diane sits down with Nikki Brewer—ayoga instructor, doula, birth educator, and mom of three—to explore thepowerful connection between yoga, birth, and the motherhood journey.With over 15 years of yoga experience and a background supporting laboring women, Nikki brings deep wisdom and compassion to every class she teaches. From embracing strength and surrender during pregnancy tobuilding community in postpartum recovery, Nikki shares how yoga canguide women

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18:15

25: Healing, Identity, and Rebirth After Motherhood:...

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2025/06/09

Postpartum is more than physical healing—it’s a complete transformation. In this Q&A episode of Midwife Life, Diane Ortega answers powerful listener questions about healing, identity, and navigating life after motherhood. From pelvic health and cycle wisdom to the sacred mess of personal rebirth, Diane offers grounded, soulful guidance for women in every season of becoming. What You’ll Learn: What’s normal at six months postpartum How to use cycle tracking as a self-care tool

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46:41

BONUS REPLAY: Mindful Motherhood: A Look at Perinatal...

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2025/06/02

**BONUS REPLAY** This week host Diane Ortega welcomes back Dr. Cara English, CEO of Cummings Graduate Institute for Behavioral Health Studies. Together, they explore the critical and often overlooked topic of women’s mental health, including maternal mental health, perinatal care, and the role of midwives and healthcare providers in supporting holistic wellness.Key Topics Covered: The State of Women’s Mental Health: Why women are 2-3 times more likely than men to experience a mental health

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45:01

24: Hummingbird Wisdom: Sobriety, School Integration,...

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2025/05/26

In part two of this deeply personal and wide-ranging conversation,Diane welcomes Anna Lodder to The Midwife Life. A self-described “career hummingbird,” Anna shares the wisdom she’s gathered from a life of transformation—moving from addiction recovery and early motherhood to grassroots education activism and, most recently, to the healing path of somatic sex education. Together, they unpack what it means to parent for the collective, not just the individual, how grief and loss can shape legacy,

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42:59

23: Hummingbird Wisdom: Sobriety, School Integration,...

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2025/05/19

In part one of this deeply personal and wide-ranging conversation,Diane welcomes Anna Lodder to The Midwife Life. A self-described “career hummingbird,” Anna shares the wisdom she’s gathered from a life of transformation—moving from addiction recovery and early motherhood to grassroots education activism and, most recently, to the healing path of somatic sex education. Together, they unpack what it means to parent for the collective, not just the individual, how grief and loss can shape legacy,

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50:23

22: Strength Born Twice: Motherhood, Cancer, and the...

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2025/05/12

This week we're bringing you the second part of a powerful story of courage, motherhood, and healing. I’m honored to be joined by Shaleigh Rae, a former birth center client, registered nurse, and breast cancer survivor whose diagnosis came during pregnancy.Together, we explore her extraordinary journey: Choosing midwifery care and preparing for birth The unexpected discovery of breast cancer during pregnancy Navigating treatments while nurturing life Redefining strength, hope, and

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54:12

21: Strength Born Twice: Motherhood, Cancer, and the...

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2025/05/05

Today’s episode is the first half of a powerful story of courage, motherhood, and healing. I’m honored to be joined by Shaleigh Rae, a former birth center client, registered nurse, and breast cancer survivor whose diagnosis came during pregnancy. Together, we explore her extraordinary journey: Choosing midwifery care and preparing for birth The unexpected discovery of breast cancer during pregnancy Navigating treatments while nurturing life Redefining strength, hope, and self-advocacy

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18:17

20: Forget Balance. Find Your Rhythm Instead.

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2025/04/28

The truth? Work-life balance is a myth that keeps women stuck.In this episode of Midwife Life, Diane Ortega, certified nurse midwife and maternal mental health advocate, dismantles the toxic idea of balance and offers something better—living in seasons. Whether you're an entrepreneur, caregiver, or doing all the things (usually at once), this conversation will help you release the guilt of trying to do it all. Diane shares personal stories and practical strategies for aligning your work, life,

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12:25

19: Spring Renewal: What Birth & Motherhood Teach Us...

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2025/04/14

As spring unfolds around us, we’re reminded that rebirth doesn’t happen all at once — it happensin layers. In this reflective solo episode, Diane explores how birth and motherhood parallel the season of spring. From the tender, muddy beginnings to the fierce and intuitive becoming, this episode is your invitation to slow down and honor your own unfolding. ✨ Inside this episode: Why you’re not meant to “bounce back” — you’re meant to become The hidden power of motherhood as personal

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15:52

18: What No One Tells You About the Fourth Trimester

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2025/04/07

Pregnancy gets all the prep—but what about postpartum?In this episode of Midwife Life, Diane Ortega, certified nurse midwife and maternal mental health advocate, shines a light on the fourth trimester—those crucial 12 weeks after birth that often get overlooked in standard care. Whether you’re currently pregnant, newly postpartum, or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a real-talk guide to the physical, emotional, and mental realities of postpartum recovery. Diane breaks down

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