As we celebrate two years of podcasting and journey toward 100 episodes, I’m bringing back this Most Loved episode — the very first Dad’s Version of a birth story. This is part two of a two-part series; if you haven’t yet, listen to Episode 86 for Britney’s powerful telling of their daughter Pari’s birth.

In this conversation, Nate shares his perspective on preparing for and witnessing the home birth of his first child. With honesty and vulnerability, he speaks about:

• The influence of his father and grandfathers on his own path into manhood and fatherhood.

• How intentional inner work, plant medicine, and meditation shaped his readiness to become a father.

• The challenges of preparing for birth while living communally and financially uncertain.

• The importance of presence, planning, and holding space for his partner during pregnancy and labor.

• How faith, surrender, and clear preparation allowed him to fully step into his role as partner and father.

Nate’s reflections illuminate the often unseen inner journey of men in the birth portal — reminding us how critical fathers are to the sacred container of birth. This is a powerful listen to share with the men in your life.

About Nate
Nate is a dedicated father, partner, and space-holder. His spiritual journey has been deeply shaped by time in the forest, plant medicine, and meditation practices. He is now bringing that wisdom into fatherhood and his work in men’s circles. He lives in Salt Lake City, Utah with his partner Britney and their daughter Pari.

To connect with Nate, reach out via his partner Britney on Instagram: @britneybeckstrand

Website: ⁠⁠www.emilygracenixon.com⁠⁠

Instagram: @⁠⁠embodiedwomenswisdom⁠⁠

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Music: The Ancients (feat. Loga Ramin Torkian) by Azam Ali

Disclaimer:

The information and resources provided by me are not intended to constitute or replace medical or midwifery advice or a Mother’s intuition. Instead, all information provided is intended for education purposes only. My advice is not to be seen as medical diagnosis or to treat any medical illness or condition of Mother or baby/fetus.

Keywords: natural birth, home birth, freebirth, physiological birth, birth stories, postpartum healing, women’s circles, rites of passage, womb wisdom, feminine embodiment, sisterhood, conscious conception, birth trauma healing, matrescence, menopause, first-time mom birth story, VBAC, spirit baby.