In this episode, we chat with Morissa Gruder, a vibrant mom of two, fitness enthusiast, and HR professional with a heart for learning and connection. Morissa shares her unique birth stories, starting with her first baby, who was born breech at home at 37 weeks. She opens up about her second home birth at 40 weeks, describing how challenging it was to wait and trust the process.

Born and raised in Vacaville, Morissa balances her career at PG&E with her passion for fitness, working at her CrossFit gym, where she’s been a dedicated member for over five years. She talks about how her fitness journey has shaped her perspective on parenting and life.

Morissa is blessed with an incredible husband and two beautiful daughters. Together, they enjoy food, camping, and time with their close-knit community of friends and family. She attributes all her blessings to God and brings a positive, grounded perspective to motherhood and beyond.

Topics we cover in this episode:

• Morissa’s experience with a breech home birth at 37 weeks

• The emotional journey of waiting for her second baby at 40 weeks

• How fitness and CrossFit have influenced her parenting and mindset

• Embracing patience, trust, and faith in birth and life

• The importance of community and learning from others

Where to connect with Morissa:

• Instagram: @mbgruder

• Follow the amazing midwives and birth advocates: @sophiabirth, @bayareahomebirth, @bornwildmidwifery

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Morissa loves talking about fitness, parenthood, and almost anything else that sparks meaningful conversations.

Stay Wild 🌳

Join us for this inspiring episode full of wisdom, strength, and gratitude!