You wouldn’t hit the road without directions, and birth is no different. 
If you’re aiming for an unmedicated hospital birth, you need a strategy, not just a wish and a cute birth plan with “no epidural” scrawled across the top.

In this episode, I’m breaking down the 3-part birth map that will change how you prep, how you plan, and how you show up for the big day. This is the foundational work I wish every momma did before heading into labor.

You’ll learn how to:
✨ Define your true birth destination (and why “no epidural” isn’t it)
✨ Decide who should be in the room with you (and who shouldn’t)
✨ Create a plan that helps you stay the course (even if things shift)

Whether you’re brand new to birth prep or deep in the trenches of decision fatigue, this episode will help you stop winging it and start planning on purpose!

🚘 Let’s get you in the driver’s seat, momma. No more "hoping for the best" - we’re prepping like it matters. Because it totally does.

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💖 Free Resources to Support Your Prep

The Unmedicated Birth Map - a clear, step-by-step roadmap so you know what to focus on, when ✨ https://www.thebirthprepcoach.com/unmedicated-birth-map 

Birth Plan Guide - create a strategic, provider-proof plan that protects your preferences ✨ https://www.thebirthprepcoach.com/birth-plan

Birth Mindset Workbook - train your mind for contractions, pressure, and decision-making ✨ https://www.thebirthprepcoach.com/birth-mindset-workbook

🪩 Want full support from pregnancy → birth → postpartum?

The Birth Prep Course walks you through:
💖 How birth actually works (and how to support your body)
💖 Navigating hospital policies without losing your power
💖 Natural pain management that goes beyond “just breathe”
💖 Birth planning, mindset, advocacy, and backup plans - all in one place

 👉 Learn more here: https://www.thebirthprepcoach.com/tbpc-e

🎧 Stay connected

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