MyMaine Birth

By Angela Laferriere

MyMaine Birth is a space where we share the real life stories of families and their unique birth experiences in the beautiful state of Maine. From our state's biggest hospitals to Birth Cente

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How many episodes does MyMaine Birth have?

The podcast currently has 139 episodes available.

MyMaine Birth episodes:

November 20, 2025138. MyMaine Birth: A First Time Mother Chooses Home - with Loving Care from her Midwife at Northern Sun Family Healthcare - Danika's Story
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Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place!
In this episode, we discuss:
Home birth in Maine, and why Danika made this decision for her first birth experience
Midwifery care and doula support
How Danika navigated some health scares during her pregnancy
Rewriting a traumatic legacy through a redemptive home birth
The importance of getting a second opinion if you receive concerning results from an ultrasound late in pregnancy - and what Danika did
….and a whole lot more!
The place Danika went for her second opinion ultrasound which contrary to the first ultrasound results - revealed that everything was completely fine - was done at Assurance Ultrasound in Auburn.
If something doesn't feel right to you - consider getting a second opinion.
AssuranceUltrasound.com

Additional Resources you’ll LOVE…
MyMaineBirth.com
If you are ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, where you’re respected as the authority over your body and your baby… regardless of where you plan on birthing -
CLICK HERE for 10% off the MyAutonomous Birth self-paced, online course!

Not sure where to start? I’ve got you covered! Check out my FREE resource, 37 Questions to Ask Your Care Provider. Whether you’re interviewing new providers or have already established care, this FREE resource offers guidance on important topics to discuss with your provider.
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37min
November 12, 2025137. MyMaine Birth: Choosing Hospital Induction with Autonomy, Miranda's Waldo Hospital Birth Story
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Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place!
In this episode, we discuss:
Miranda returns to share her third birth story, check out episode 18 of MyMaine Birth to hear the first part of her story
What happens when your baby doesn't pass a bio physical profile at 42 weeks gestation
Choosing Hospital Induction with Autonomy
Midwifery care in Maine
A Waldo Hospital Birth Story in Belfast, Maine
….and a whole lot more!
Additional Resources you’ll LOVE…
MyMaineBirth.com

If you're ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, where you’re respected as the authority over your body and your baby… regardless of where you plan on birthing -
CLICK HERE for 10% off the MyAutonomous Birth self-paced, online course!

Not sure where to start? I’ve got you covered! Check out my FREE resource, 37 Questions to Ask Your Care Provider. Whether you’re interviewing new providers or have already established care, this FREE resource offers guidance on important topics to discuss with your provider.
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40min
November 11, 2025136. MyMaine Birth: Melanie's Peaceful Home Birth after Healing and Hard Lessons
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Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place!
In this episode, we discuss:
Home birth in Maine
Melanie returns to share her story of a peaceful and uncomplicated home birth after healing from a traumatic first birth experience. You can listen to Episode 69 of MyMaine Birth to hear Melanie's first birth story.
Midwifery care and the importance of putting a lot of thought into choosing your birth team
….and a whole lot more!

Additional Resources you’ll LOVE…
MyMaineBirth.com
If you are ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, where you’re respected as the authority over your body and your baby… regardless of where you plan on birthing -
CLICK HERE for 10% off the MyAutonomous Birth self-paced, online course!

Not sure where to start? I’ve got you covered! Check out my FREE resource, 37 Questions to Ask Your Care Provider. Whether you’re interviewing new providers or have already established care, this FREE resource offers guidance on important topics to discuss with your provider.
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1h 10min
November 07, 2025135. MyMaine Birth: Cathy's Car Freebirth on the Side of the Road In The Maine Woods
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Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place!
In this episode, we discuss:
Cathy's Second Birth Story, an unplanned Freebirth on her way from Lubec to Ellsworth Hospital
Hear Cathy's First Birth Story recorded when she was 37 weeks pregnnat in Episode 121 of MyMaine Birth
The benefits of doula support
….and a whole lot more!

Additional Resources you’ll LOVE…

MyMaineBirth.com

If you are ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, where you’re respected as the authority over your body and your baby… regardless of where you plan on birthing -
CLICK HERE for 10% off the MyAutonomous Birth self-paced, online course!

Not sure where to start? I’ve got you covered! Check out my FREE resource, 37 Questions to Ask Your Care Provider. Whether you’re interviewing new providers or have already established care, this FREE resource offers guidance on important topics to discuss with your provider.
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53min
November 06, 2025134. MyMaine Birth: Mollys Mercy Hospital Birth Story
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Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place!
In this episode, we discuss:
Molly's second birth story - check out episode 17 of MyMaine Birth to hear the first part of her story!
Mercy Hospital Birth Story
The perks of being pregnant during the summer in Maine
Midwifery care from nurse midwives
….and a whole lot more!

Additional Resources you’ll LOVE…
MyMaineBirth.com

If you are ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, where you’re respected as the authority over your body and your baby… regardless of where you plan on birthing -
CLICK HERE for 10% off the MyAutonomous Birth self-paced, online course!

Not sure where to start? I’ve got you covered! Check out my FREE resource, 37 Questions to Ask Your Care Provider. Whether you’re interviewing new providers or have already established care, this FREE resource offers guidance on important topics to discuss with your provider.
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41min
October 30, 2025133. MyMaine Birth: Pushing Against The Tide, Kia's Mercy Hospital Birth Story
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Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place!
In this episode, we discuss:
Mercy Hospital Birth Story
The mind games and manipulation around the term "hospital policy"... spoiler - its not the law, and you can always just say "No" if you want to
Midwifery care and doula support
The dangers of disturbing the natural altered brainwave states of birth
The challenges associated with pushing against the tide and the dangers of disturbing the natural physiology of the birth process, Kia's experience with a vaccum assisted birth
….and a whole lot more!

Additional Resources you’ll LOVE…
MyMaineBirth.com
If you are ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, where you’re respected as the authority over your body and your baby… regardless of where you plan on birthing - check out my comprehensive child birth education course MyAutonomous Birth

Not sure where to start? I’ve got you covered! Check out my FREE resource, 37 Questions to Ask Your Care Provider. Whether you’re interviewing new providers or have already established care, this FREE resource offers guidance on important topics to discuss with your provider.
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57min
October 09, 2025132. MyMaine Birth: Kelly's Three Birth Stories and her Journey from Hospital to Home Birth
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Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place!
In this episode, we discuss:
Kelli's three Maine birth stories
Home birth in Maine
The evolution from hospital to home birth
Midwifery care and doula support
….and a whole lot more!
Links Mentioned in the Show -
Connect with Kelli
Earth Spiral Apothecary
Earth Spiral Community Site
Connect with Kelli's Midwife, Gayle Eckey
Gayle Eckey, CPM
You can also find her on instagram @gayle_eckey_cpm
Connect with Kelli's doula Emily Nixon (and definitely check out her podcast and women's circles too!)
Embodied Women's Wisdom

Additional Resources you’ll LOVE…
MyMaineBirth.com
If you are ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, where you’re respected as the authority over your body and your baby… regardless of where you plan on birthing -
CLICK HERE for 10% off the MyAutonomous Birth self-paced, online course!

Not sure where to start? I’ve got you covered! Check out my FREE resource, 37 Questions to Ask Your Care Provider. Whether you’re interviewing new providers or have already established care, this FREE resource offers guidance on important topics to discuss with your provider.
...more
36min
September 23, 2025131. MyMaine Birth: The Free Birth Society Scam, Nya's Story
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Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place!
In this episode, we discuss:
Nya's views on birth growing up and how they have changed since decompressing from this manipulative and controlling community
What lead Nya to the freebirth society community
The Free Birth Society Scam exposed
….and a whole lot more!
Additional Resources you’ll LOVE…
MyMaineBirth.com
If you're ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, where you’re respected as the authority over your body and your baby… regardless of where you plan on birthing - CLICK HERE for 10% off the MyAutonomous Birth self-paced, online course!

Not sure where to start? I’ve got you covered! Check out my FREE resource, 37 Questions to Ask Your Care Provider. Whether you’re interviewing new providers or have already established care, this FREE resource offers guidance on important topics to discuss with your provider.
...more
1h 33min
September 22, 2025130. MyMaine Birth: Hannah's Story of a 5 Year Fertility Journey followed by a Home Birth involving a True Shoulder Dystocia with Care from her Loving Midwives at Northern Sun Family Healthcare
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Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place!
In this episode, we discuss:
Hannah's 5 year fertility journey
Home Birth in Maine
Midwifery care and doula support
A 6 day NICU stay for meconium aspiration
….and a whole lot more!

Additional Resources you’ll LOVE…
MyMaineBirth.com
If you are ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, where you’re respected as the authority over your body and your baby… regardless of where you plan on birthing -
CLICK HERE for 10% off the MyAutonomous Birth self-paced, online course!

Not sure where to start? I’ve got you covered! Check out my FREE resource, 37 Questions to Ask Your Care Provider. Whether you’re interviewing new providers or have already established care, this FREE resource offers guidance on important topics to discuss with your provider.
...more
56min
September 22, 2025130. MyMaine Birth: Hannah's 5 year Fertility Journey followed by a Home Birth involving a True Shoulder Dystocia with Care from Her Loving Midwives at Northern Sun Family Healthcare
Send us a text
Are you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth? You’re in the right place!
In this episode, we discuss:
Hannah's 5 year fertility journey
Home Birth in Maine
Midwifery care and doula support
A 6 day NICU stay for meconium aspiration
….and a whole lot more!

Additional Resources you’ll LOVE…
MyMaineBirth.com
If you are ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, where you’re respected as the authority over your body and your baby… regardless of where you plan on birthing -
CLICK HERE for 10% off the MyAutonomous Birth self-paced, online course!

Not sure where to start? I’ve got you covered! Check out my FREE resource, 37 Questions to Ask Your Care Provider. Whether you’re interviewing new providers or have already established care, this FREE resource offers guidance on important topics to discuss with your provider.
...more
56min

FAQs about MyMaine Birth:

How many episodes does MyMaine Birth have?

The podcast currently has 139 episodes available.

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