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Orgasmic Birth

Debra Pascali Bonaro

Orgasmic Birth Podcast: Pleasure in pregnancy, birth and parenting. I believe pleasure is our birthright - from our sexuality, birth, parenting and beyond, we can find pleasure when we create space for joy and intimacy in our lives. Join me to have deep conversations about breaking the taboos of Sexuality + Motherhood/Parenthood. Listen to leading experts in sexuality, healing and childbirth as well as stories from new parents, doulas, doctors, midwives and nurses. We will discuss how to

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28:29

Yoga for the Vagina with Tamra Mercieca

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2025/04/09

Ep 143 Description: “Get yourself love high, as high as you can! Try and focus on getting you all loved up because then you're going to get triggered less when you have a child.” —Tamra Mercieca The pelvic floor is the unsung hero of the female body - a complex network of muscles that play a pivotal role in pregnancy, childbirth, and overall well-being. Yet, for too long, this intimate area has been shrouded in shame and disconnection. Yoga for the vagina offers a powerful antidote, helping

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30:54

Tips for a Pleasurable Hospital Birth

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2025/04/02

Ep 142 Description: “Healing begins as you start honoring every aspect of your birth story and celebrate your wins. No one fails in birth. Sometimes, you have to dig deeper into that well of strength than you ever would have imagined prior. This is something to take pride in.” —Debra Pascali-Bonaro The notion that hospitals inherently rob birthing individuals of their autonomy and joy is a limiting belief that deserves to be challenged. The reality is that, with the right mindset and preparation,

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27:50

How To Have An Empowered Hospital Birth— Tips From...

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2025/03/26

Ep 141 Description: “You are the expert on you. So trust your own expertise when you bring that to the conversation. Don't let anybody talk you out of your own expertise.” —Dr. Nicole Rankins Your voice matters in the birth room! Too often, women's preferences and concerns are overlooked or dismissed during hospital births. But we can reclaim our power by understanding the foundation for a positive, empowered birth experience. Dr. Nicole Rankins is a Board Certified OB GYN, maternal health

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37:31

Unlocking the Power of Affirmations: The Science and...

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2025/03/19

Ep 140 Description: “To use affirmation, first, you have to be very honest with yourself.” —Bettina Zagoni Our inner dialogue shapes our experiences, our relationships, and even our physical well-being before, during, and after birth. It can help cultivate a mindset of empowerment, resilience, and self-compassion— qualities that are invaluable during such a transformative time. By bringing awareness to our inner dialogue and intentionally reframing it, we have the power to reshape our experiences

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35:46

Unlocking the Power of the Pelvic Floor: Movement,...

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2025/03/12

Ep 139 Description: “This is your birth. You get to make the choices around that. We are the experts of our internal direct experience, and we should honor that.” —Bec Conant The pelvic floor holds the key to unlocking a transformative birth experience. This intricate muscle group is often shrouded in mystery, yet its role in labor and delivery is undeniable. Discover the surprising ways the pelvic floor can profoundly impact the birthing journey. Bec Conant is a respected prenatal yoga expert

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38:10

Maternal Mental Health & Healing: Strategies for...

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2025/03/05

Ep 138 Description: An investment in yourself as an investment in the people around you and your children.” —Lacy Woods Maternal health and wellness are essential for a happy and healthy family. Yet, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum can deeply influence a mother's long-term well-being. And so, prioritizing holistic care and support during these times is key to fostering resilience and joy. Lacy Woods is a passionate perinatal and pelvic health occupational therapist. She founded Maternal

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34:43

Breaking Birth Myths: Transforming a 'Small Pelvis'...

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2025/02/26

Ep 137 Description: “Birth matters not just for that day, not just for the baby, not just for your health, but birth matters for how you live your entire life.” —Aly McClain The myth of the "small pelvis" has long been used to limit birth options and define a woman's experience. But what if this diagnosis didn't have to determine your path? Aly McCLain is a dedicated advocate for empowering first-time home birth mothers. As a registered nurse, home birth coach, and host of the Peaceful Home Birth

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36:15

Rediscovering Joy: Healing Through Pleasure in Grief,...

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2025/02/19

Ep 136 Description: “I learned that pleasure was my greatest power.” —Britt Fohrman Pleasure is not just a fleeting indulgence, but a profound pathway to self-discovery and transformation. When we embrace pleasure as a guiding force, we unlock the ability to heal, grow, and live more authentically. Britt Fohrman is a doula, embodiment coach, yoga teacher, and birth educator with over two decades of experience. Drawing from deep practices in Buddhism, hypnosis, tantra, and shamanic traditions,

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21:16

4 Powerful Secrets That Unveil the Deep Connection...

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2025/02/12

Ep 135 Description: “Every birth is unique, so pleasure might look different for you than it does for someone else. The goal isn't to force a specific experience but to open yourself to the possibilities you.” —Debra Pascali-Bonaro Birth and sex— two deeply intertwined experiences that hold the power to transform lives. Embracing their connection unlocks a world of possibilities, from joyful labors to empowered deliveries. Yet, the taboos surrounding this bond often leave us disconnected from our

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37:42

Born at Home with Amanda Banks

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2025/02/05

Ep 134 Description: “The more stories I heard of [birth] trauma, the more angry I became and I wanted to do something.” —Amanda Banks Home birth is a powerful, intimate experience that challenges societal norms and reclaims the natural rhythms of childbirth. For many families, it represents a deeply empowering choice that honors the body's innate wisdom. Yet, misconceptions and lack of education often prevent parents from considering this option. Amanda Banks, an Australian health professional

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38:56

Spinning Babies Secrets: Easing Birth with Movement,...

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2025/01/29

Ep 133 Description: “There are two layers of spinning babies, it is restoring function to the body whether through pregnancy exercises or through body balancing techniques, which a pregnant person can do themselves or the nurse, midwife, or doula at the time of labor can also do it. And the more you do ahead of time, the less you need to do anything at labor.” —Gail Tully Fetal position is a crucial yet often overlooked factor in the birthing process. Understanding how a baby's orientation within

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21:53

Lessons from Mexican Midwifery: Rituals, Rebozo, and...

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2025/01/22

Ep 132 Description: “Giving birth is like dying away from all your past, and you’ll become a new person that is going to have a lot of new skills. When you close, you give yourself the moment to realize that you're a wise woman now that is becoming a mother.” —Alejandra Lozano Rituals and pleasure— two powerful elements that can transform the birth experience. In the second part of our interview with Alejandra Lozano, we dive deeper into the rituals and pleasure that can transform the birth

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Lessons from Mexican Midwifery: Rituals to Transform...

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2025/01/15

Ep 130 Description: “Rituals are related to pleasure.” —Alejandra Lozano Rituals have the power to transform the childbirth experience, unlocking deeper layers of intimacy, pleasure, and connection. The journey from pregnancy to postpartum can become a profound rite of passage by honoring ancestral wisdom and incorporating sacred practices. In this episode, we explore how these time-honored traditions can reshape the way we approach one of life's most transformative events. Alejandra Lozano is a

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30:59

Honoring Maternal Health Awareness Day #123forMOMS...

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2025/01/14

Ep 130 Description: “Maternity care is everybody's business, acknowledging the deep need for improvement and making sure that people have something concrete and specific based on where they are and their own journey as a consumer of maternity care.” —Jill Wodnick Maternal health is a global issue that impacts families worldwide. Equitable access to quality care and the right to safe, respectful birth experiences are fundamental human rights. Yet too many mothers continue to face disparities,

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The Biggest Risk Factors For Your Birth Outcome Might...

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2025/01/08

Ep 129 Description: “Your risk factor is what door you enter, your place of birth, and your provider are going to make a significant impact on the type of birth that you will experience.” —Debra Pascali-Bonaro Every pregnancy comes with decisions that hold more weight than we realize. These choices can influence both short-term outcomes and long-term well-being in surprising ways. Preparing for birth means exploring how various factors align with your personal values and needs so that you can

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24:17

The Power Of Surrendering, Trusting, And Truly...

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2025/01/01

Ep 128 Description: “I underestimated myself for a long time, and the birth of my children allowed me to own the power that resides in every woman.” —Amberlee Jay Galea Crafting your birth story with intention can be a powerful act of self-discovery and empowerment. By embracing the complexities and vulnerabilities of this transformative experience, you unlock a deeper understanding of your own strength and resilience. In the second part of her interview, Amberlee Jay Galea shares her

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33:16

The Power Of Surrendering, Trusting, And Truly...

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2024/12/25

Ep 127 Description: “The hospital can be very disempowering. It stops us from going into the role of mother because we seek outside ourselves what they believe is true, yet our body, our innate knowing, knows what's right.” —Amberlee Jay Galea Pregnancy and birth are often shrouded in fear and misconceptions. Many women grow up hearing horror stories about childbirth, leading to a deep-seated anxiety about the process. However, the human body is designed to birth with power and pleasure, if we

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34:18

The Fun, Peaceful En-Caul Birth Of Our First Child As...

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2024/12/18

Ep 126 Description: “Being able to defend the space that we wanted was really powerful.” —Gowan Batist Families come in all shapes and sizes, each with their own unique needs and preferences when it comes to childbirth. From the comfort of a hospital setting to the intimacy of a home birth, the journey to welcoming a new life is a deeply personal one. Regardless of the path chosen, each journey is unique and deserves to be honored. Gowan Batist is a queer Jewish parent, partner, and writer

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What is Risk?: Understanding Risk to Prepare with...

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2024/12/11

Ep 125 Description: “When you feel empowered to make choices about your birth, even if things don't go as planned, you will remain more positively connected to the experience of your body and your baby. Keep your power so your voice and choice are heard.” —Debra Pascali-Bonaro The concept of risk in childbirth is highly subjective, varying greatly among different healthcare providers and settings. What one caregiver deems as high-risk, another may consider a normal variation. The location of

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35:13

A Water Birth In Connection With The Divine (Through...

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2024/12/04

Ep 124 Description: “It's empowering that you're in it, and you're doing it. And then it's scary because you don't know how long this will go, but I'm trusting. And the answer I got from the connection was to breathe and surrender.” —Jasmin Jess Birth can be an intense, transformative experience that challenges both the body and mind. But the secret to navigating this profound journey may lie in the power of theta brain waves. By accessing this meditative state, mothers can surrender to the

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