Today I’m sharing the intimate and faith-filled story of my first birth and the arrival of my daughter, Avila Grace. This is what ignited my deep passion for birth work and continues to shape the way I serve other women today.

I open up about:

• Healing after miscarriage and finding hope in God’s promises
• Prophetic moments that confirmed new life was on the way
• Choosing a birth center and preparing spiritually and physically for labor
• Praying boldly for a pain-free birth and experiencing God’s faithfulness in the process
• What it was like to labor in God’s presence and deliver my daughter without pain
• How this experience transformed my trust in God and my calling to birth work

I hope this testimony of God’s goodness will bless and uplift you.

Mentioned in the episode:

• Worship playlist: Birth Looks a Lot Like Real Christian Love

Resources:

🕊️ ⁠FREE LABOR POSITIONS GUIDE⁠

🕊️ ⁠THE HOLY CONFIDENT BIRTH COURSE⁠

🧺 ⁠SHOP MY MOTHERHOOD FAVES⁠

Be assured of my prayers as you prepare for one of the most powerful experiences of your life. You were made for this!

About Me

Hi, friend! I’m Eve—a Catholic mom, Registered Nurse, Doula, and Childbirth Educator. I help women reclaim God’s design for childbirth and prepare for natural, faith-centered birth experiences they’ll love. On this podcast, we’ll explore birth, faith, and natural motherhood with Jesus at the center.

Want to learn more? Visit⁠ holyconfidentbirth.com⁠.

Disclaimer

This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized care.

Subscribe & leave a review to help more women discover this countercultural, Christ-centered birth education

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Jill Stecklein, a physical therapist specializing in pelvic floor and women’s health. We go deep into a topic that so many of us have heard as a “buzzword” during pregnancy but never fully understood: the pelvic floor.

Dr. Jill shares her professional expertise alongside her personal journey of birth, postpartum recovery, and motherhood. She explains what the pelvic floor actually is, why it matters for pregnancy, birth, and beyond, and how caring for it can completely change your recovery and daily life.

You’ll hear about:

• What the pelvic floor is and the five key functions it serves
• How pregnancy and birth affect pelvic floor health
• Common (but not normal) symptoms that indicate you might need support
• Why Kegels aren’t always the answer (and what to do instead)
• How pelvic floor therapy can ease back pain, leakage, prolapse, and pain with intimacy
• What a pelvic floor therapy session actually looks like (in-person or virtual)
• How to prepare your pelvic floor for birth and reduce the risk of tearing
• What every mom should know about postpartum recovery—including after a C-section
• The connection between pelvic floor healing and intimacy after birth

Dr. Jill also shares about her new program, Pregnancy Prepared, which brings her expertise and holistic support into an accessible, at-home format for moms who want to prepare their bodies, heal deeply, and feel strong again.

This episode is packed with practical insights and encouragement, whether you’re pregnant, postpartum, or simply want to understand your body better.

Mentioned in the episode:

• Learn more about Dr. Jill and her course: Pregnancy Prepared
• Connect with Dr. Jill via My Catholic Doctor (telehealth options available)

Resources:

🕊️ ⁠FREE LABOR POSITIONS GUIDE⁠

🕊️ ⁠THE HOLY CONFIDENT BIRTH COURSE⁠

🧺 ⁠SHOP MY MOTHERHOOD FAVES⁠

Be assured of my prayers as you prepare for one of the most powerful experiences of your life. You were made for this!

About Me

Hi, friend! I’m Eve—a Catholic mom, Registered Nurse, Doula, and Childbirth Educator. I help women reclaim God’s design for childbirth and prepare for natural, faith-centered birth experiences they’ll love. On this podcast, we’ll explore birth, faith, and natural motherhood with Jesus at the center.

Want to learn more? Visit⁠ holyconfidentbirth.com⁠.

Disclaimer

This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized care.

Subscribe & leave a review to help more women discover this countercultural, Christ-centered birth education

In this special episode, I sit down with my husband, Nick, to talk all about what it really looks like for husbands to support their wives through natural childbirth. From his initial reactions when I first shared my desire for unmedicated birth, to the lessons he learned through our two very different birth experiences, this conversation is packed with honesty, humor, and encouragement.

We cover what every husband should know about birth, how to prepare together as a couple, what support during labor actually looks like, and how fatherhood and faith intertwine in the birth space. Whether your husband is hesitant, fully on board, or somewhere in between, this episode will give you practical insight into how dads can step up, be present, and truly walk alongside their wives in one of life’s most powerful moments.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• Nick’s honest first reaction to the idea of unmedicated birth
• What shaped his early views (or lack of views) about birth before fatherhood
• The resources, books, and courses that prepared him to support me well
• Why husbands’ presence and participation make such a difference
• How to navigate when spouses aren’t on the same page about birth plans
• Nick’s perspective on helpless moments, fears, and faith during birth
• The importance of radical presence, trust, and spiritual leadership for husbands
• Practical advice for dads: preparation, comfort measures, and the 5-5-5 postpartum rule

Resources:

🕊️ ⁠FREE LABOR POSITIONS GUIDE⁠

🕊️ ⁠THE HOLY CONFIDENT BIRTH COURSE⁠

🧺 ⁠SHOP MY MOTHERHOOD FAVES⁠

Be assured of my prayers as you prepare for one of the most powerful experiences of your life. You were made for this!

About Me

Hi, friend! I’m Eve—a Catholic mom, Registered Nurse, Doula, and Childbirth Educator. I help women reclaim God’s design for childbirth and prepare for natural, faith-centered birth experiences they’ll love. On this podcast, we’ll explore birth, faith, and natural motherhood with Jesus at the center.

Want to learn more? Visit⁠ holyconfidentbirth.com⁠.

Disclaimer

This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized care.

Subscribe & leave a review to help more women discover this countercultural, Christ-centered birth education.

Choosing your birth provider isn’t just about finding someone kind or faith-aligned. It’s about finding someone who will truly support your birth goals when it matters most. In this episode, I share the red flags that might indicate your provider isn’t on the same page about your vision for a natural or low-intervention birth, and the green flags that signal you’re in good hands.

We’ll talk about subtle (and not-so-subtle) language cues to watch for and how to discern if kindness is masking a lack of alignment with your preferences. You’ll also learn the kinds of affirming statements, thoughtful questions, and proactive conversations that point to a truly supportive provider.

I hope this episode will give you the confidence to evaluate your current care team and the courage to make a switch if you need to.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why kindness doesn’t always equal birth-plan alignment
• Common red flag phrases and behaviors from providers
• The importance of asking direct questions about your preferences
• How to recognize providers who are genuinely supportive
• Why it’s never too late to change providers

Resources:

🕊️ ⁠FREE LABOR POSITIONS GUIDE⁠

🕊️ ⁠THE HOLY CONFIDENT BIRTH COURSE⁠

🧺 ⁠SHOP MY MOTHERHOOD FAVES⁠

Be assured of my prayers as you prepare for one of the most powerful experiences of your life. You were made for this!

About Me

Hi, friend! I’m Eve—a Catholic mom, Registered Nurse, Doula, and Childbirth Educator. I help women reclaim God’s design for childbirth and prepare for natural, faith-centered birth experiences they’ll love. On this podcast, we’ll explore birth, faith, and natural motherhood with Jesus at the center.

Want to learn more? Visit⁠ holyconfidentbirth.com⁠.

Disclaimer

This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized care.

Subscribe & leave a review to help more women discover this countercultural, Christ-centered birth education.

If you’re a mom who’s hoping to breastfeed, or maybe you’ve tried before and felt discouraged, you are not alone. In this episode, I’m joined by Jaimie Zaki, a mom of five, former nurse and doula, and an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant), who shares the 5 most common breastfeeding mistakes new moms make and how to move forward with clarity and confidence.

Jaimie shares the wisdom of her personal story and the redemptive journey God led her through to become the kind of support she wishes she had. We’re talking about real challenges, practical solutions, and how to tune into the God-given intuition that already lives inside you as a mother.

We cover:

• Why pain during breastfeeding isn’t something you “just have to push through”
• How to know if your latch is truly effective (even if it looks “fine”)
• Control-based feeding vs. instinctive feeding
• What your intuition is telling you (and how to stop second-guessing it)
• The kind of support to look for when things aren’t going smoothly

Connect with Jaimie:

• Instagram: @littlebearlactation
• Podcast: Breastfeeding with Confidence
• Resources: littlebearlactation.com

Resources:

🕊️ ⁠FREE LABOR POSITIONS GUIDE⁠

🕊️ ⁠THE HOLY CONFIDENT BIRTH COURSE⁠

🧺 ⁠SHOP MY MOTHERHOOD FAVES⁠

Be assured of my prayers as you prepare for one of the most powerful experiences of your life. You were made for this!

About Me

Hi, friend! I’m Eve—a Catholic mom, Registered Nurse, Doula, and Childbirth Educator. I help women reclaim God’s design for childbirth and prepare for natural, faith-centered birth experiences they’ll love. On this podcast, we’ll explore birth, faith, and natural motherhood with Jesus at the center.

Want to learn more? Visit⁠ holyconfidentbirth.com⁠.

Disclaimer

This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized care.

Subscribe & leave a review to help more women discover this countercultural, Christ-centered birth education.

In this week's episode, I’m joined by Emily Whalen - a wife, mom, content creator, and passionate voice for intentional and Christ-centered motherhood. Emily shares her journey from working in ministry to becoming a stay-at-home mom, and how her unmedicated birth experience led her to rethink the way she approaches the challenges of motherhood.

We dive deep into cultural narratives that portray motherhood as a burden, the power of mindset, and why slow, present living is a radical act of faith in today’s fast-paced world. Emily talks about overstimulation, managing expectations, and how letting go of hustle culture is helping her discover joy and whimsy in motherhood. 

In This Episode, We Cover:

• Emily’s transition from ministry to stay-at-home motherhood
• Why she started sharing her journey online
• How birth preparation shaped her perspective on mindset
• The cultural lie that motherhood is a burden
• Overcoming overstimulation and resentment
• Simple ways to start living a slower, more present life
• The balance of motherhood, marriage, and femininity in a distracted world
• How to embrace your God-given role as a mother with joy and confidence

Mentioned in the episode:

• Raising Emotionally Strong Boys by David Thomas
• Conscious Discipline parenting tools
• Emily's Instagram: @nurtured_little_nest

Resources:

🕊️ ⁠FREE LABOR POSITIONS GUIDE⁠

🕊️ ⁠THE HOLY CONFIDENT BIRTH COURSE⁠

🧺 ⁠SHOP MY MOTHERHOOD FAVES⁠

Be assured of my prayers as you prepare for one of the most powerful experiences of your life. You were made for this!

About Me

Hi, friend! I’m Eve—a Catholic mom, Registered Nurse, Doula, and Childbirth Educator. I help women reclaim God’s design for childbirth and prepare for natural, faith-centered birth experiences they’ll love. On this podcast, we’ll explore birth, faith, and natural motherhood with Jesus at the center.

Want to learn more? Visit⁠ holyconfidentbirth.com⁠.

Disclaimer

This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized care.

Subscribe & leave a review to help more women discover this countercultural, Christ-centered birth education.

In this episode, Emma Radatovich shares her 3.5-year journey through infertility, from the heartbreak of unanswered prayers to the joy of her current pregnancy. We talk about how charting with Creighton revealed deeper hormone issues, how NaPro and functional medicine worked together to uncover root causes like endometriosis and gut infections, and how God used this season to grow her faith and shape her calling.

Emma also opens up about what not to say to someone struggling to conceive, the emotional toll of the waiting, and how her healing journey inspired her to become a hormone coach serving Catholic women.

What We Cover:

• What charting revealed about her fertility
• Why NaPro wasn’t the full answer
• How gut health and hormones are deeply connected
• Trusting God through waiting, grief, and surrender
• The mission behind her coaching business

Connect with Emma:
Instagram: @intentionallydesignedcoaching
Work With Emma

Resources:

🕊️ ⁠FREE LABOR POSITIONS GUIDE⁠

🕊️ ⁠THE HOLY CONFIDENT BIRTH COURSE⁠

🧺 ⁠SHOP MY MOTHERHOOD FAVES⁠

Be assured of my prayers as you prepare for one of the most powerful experiences of your life. You were made for this!

About Me

Hi, friend! I’m Eve—a Catholic mom, Registered Nurse, Doula, and Childbirth Educator. I help women reclaim God’s design for childbirth and prepare for natural, faith-centered birth experiences they’ll love. On this podcast, we’ll explore birth, faith, and natural motherhood with Jesus at the center.

Want to learn more? Visit⁠ holyconfidentbirth.com⁠.

Disclaimer

This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized care.

Subscribe & leave a review to help more women discover this countercultural, Christ-centered birth education.

If you’ve ever found yourself lying in bed at night, heart racing with questions like “Can I really do this?” or “What if something goes wrong?”—this one’s for you.

In this deeply personal episode, I’m sharing the story behind why I left the hospital system and stepped into this work: not just to support natural birth, but to stand in the gap for Catholic women who feel spiritually stuck when preparing for birth. I share how my own pain-free birth experience—and the fear I had to overcome—shaped everything I do today.

We’ll unpack:

• Why fear in birth is so rampant (and where it really comes from)
• The tension between crunchy and Catholic, and how the birth space often misses the mark
• How to renew your mind around birth without turning to manifestation or goddess energy
• What Scripture actually says about fear—and how to use it as a sword in labor prep
• Why your mindset matters deeply and how to root it in truth, not fluff

If you’ve been afraid, overwhelmed, or unsure how to even bring birth into your prayer life, I want you to know: you’re not alone. This episode will give you language, clarity, and permission to process your fears with the Lord—and walk into birth with peace, not panic.

Resources Mentioned:

• Made for This by Mary Haseltine
• The Holy Confident Birth Course — $100 off with code BIRTHDAY through 7/19

Most women walk into the hospital thinking birth is just something that happens to them — but the truth is, there are decisions being made at every step. And many of them are presented as routine, when they’re actually optional.

In this episode, I’m walking you through the five most common interventions used in hospital births — continuous monitoring, cervical checks, inductions, epidurals, and artificial rupture of membranes — and helping you understand what they are, why they’re so often used, and how they can quietly lead to more interventions, even surgery.

I’ve seen firsthand how the cascade of interventions plays out… and how avoidable it often is. This isn’t about being anti-medicine. It’s about being informed. About knowing that you have the right to ask questions, to understand what’s being offered, and to say no when it doesn’t align with what’s best for you and your baby.

If you’re planning a hospital birth and want to stay as low-intervention as possible — or just want to understand your options before you get there — this one’s for you.

Resources:

🕊️ ⁠FREE LABOR POSITIONS GUIDE⁠

🕊️ ⁠THE HOLY CONFIDENT BIRTH COURSE⁠

🧺 ⁠SHOP MY MOTHERHOOD FAVES⁠

Be assured of my prayers as you prepare for one of the most powerful experiences of your life. You were made for this!

About Me

Hi, friend! I’m Eve—a Catholic mom, Registered Nurse, Doula, and Childbirth Educator. I help women reclaim God’s design for childbirth and prepare for natural, faith-centered birth experiences they’ll love. On this podcast, we’ll explore birth, faith, and natural motherhood with Jesus at the center.

Want to learn more? Visit⁠ holyconfidentbirth.com⁠.

Disclaimer

This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized care.

Subscribe & leave a review to help more women discover this countercultural, Christ-centered birth education.

What if healing your body didn’t have to feel so complicated?

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Colleen Ritz—a Catholic wife, mom of six, clinical herbalist, and women’s health coach—to talk all about how simple, natural shifts can support your fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.

We’re breaking down what herbal support actually looks like for real moms, how to use herbs safely in the childbearing year, and why you don’t need to go full “crunchy” to begin living differently. Whether you're brand new to herbalism or just want to detox your home without losing your mind, this conversation is packed with wisdom, encouragement, and practical tips.

Connect with Colleen:
Instagram
Website

Nazareth Organics:

Instagram

Mom Balm

Sleep Balm

Use code HOLYBIRTH10 at checkout for 10% off! 

These products are incredible!!

Resources:

🕊️ ⁠FREE LABOR POSITIONS GUIDE⁠

🕊️ ⁠THE HOLY CONFIDENT BIRTH COURSE⁠

🧺 ⁠SHOP MY MOTHERHOOD FAVES⁠

Be assured of my prayers as you prepare for one of the most powerful experiences of your life. You were made for this!

About Me

Hi, friend! I’m Eve—a Catholic mom, Registered Nurse, Doula, and Childbirth Educator. I help women reclaim God’s design for childbirth and prepare for natural, faith-centered birth experiences they’ll love. On this podcast, we’ll explore birth, faith, and natural motherhood with Jesus at the center.

Want to learn more? Visit⁠ holyconfidentbirth.com⁠.

Disclaimer

This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized care.

Subscribe & leave a review to help more women discover this countercultural, Christ-centered birth education.