Podcast Show Notes

Episode Title: Alisha Meyer - Birth Cultivated

Episode Overview:

Join your host Sophia as she interviews Alisha Meyer from Birth Cultivated, a Traditional Birth Attendant who shares her unique journey through unassisted pregnancy and birth, student midwifery, and creating a private home birth ministry. In this episode, Alisha dives into her decision not to pursue a midwifery license, the role of PMAs (Private Membership Associations) in birth work, and her passion for cultivating nutrition and healing in postpartum care.

They also discuss practical advice for partners during pregnancy and birth, as well as the importance of thoughtful postpartum planning to ensure a smooth and restorative transition for families.

Key Topics Discussed:

1. Unassisted Pregnancy and Birth

• Alisha’s transformative experience giving birth to her daughter unassisted and how it shaped her approach to birth work.

2. Student Midwifery Journey

• Her hands-on training through apprenticeship and formal midwifery schooling.

• Why she chose not to pursue a midwifery license and instead serves as a Traditional Birth Attendant.

3. Private Home Birth Ministry

• How Alisha supports families through a Private Membership Association (PMA) and the benefits of this model for personalized care.

4. Postpartum Planning and Renewal

• The importance of planning for postpartum health and Alisha’s focus on healing and renewal during this vital time.

5. Advice for Partners

• Practical tips for partners to stay involved and supportive throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

6. Cultivating Health Through Nutrition

• Alisha’s passion for nourishing families with nutrition as a foundation for a healthy pregnancy and recovery.

About Alisha Meyer:

Alisha Meyer is a Traditional Birth Attendant who serves families through a private home birth ministry. Trained primarily through hands-on apprenticeship and formal midwifery schooling, Alisha now provides personalized, holistic care for families. Her work was profoundly influenced by her unassisted pregnancy and birth with her daughter, which helped her “up-level” her services. She is passionate about nutrition, postpartum healing, and empowering families to thrive during the childbearing year.

Alisha’s Recommendations:

• Indie Birth Midwifery School: https://indiebirthmidwiferyschool.org

• The First Forty Days (Book): A postpartum must-read for families.

Connect with Alisha:

• Instagram: @birthcultivated

• Website: http://Birthcultivated.com

Listen to the Episode:

• Podcast Link: Spotify

• Instagram: @sophiabirth, @bayareahomebirth, @familyfocusdoulacare, @love.inlabor, @bornwildmidwifery

• Facebook: Podcast Link

Final Thoughts:

Alisha Meyer’s story is an inspiring reminder of the power of trusting your intuition, embracing holistic approaches to birth, and prioritizing postpartum healing. Her work with families highlights the beauty of creating a personalized, sacred birth experience that honors the mother, baby, and family.

Stay Wild 🌳