Today, I’m joined by Brigid, a Functional Women’s Health Coach and Mentor who helps moms rediscover that their bodies are not broken — that they’re not falling short in motherhood — and that life can actually be full, joyful, and fun, even in the chaos. Brigid guides women to see the truth that their bodies are beautifully made by God, that their vocation is holy work, and that the birth of their children is just the beginning of the transformation God is calling them into.

She’s a wife, mother of five, and homesteader in Pennsylvania who loves time outdoors with her kids, diving into conspiracy theories, cooking and baking from scratch, and listening to all the podcasts she can.

In today’s episode, we’re diving into a tender but powerful topic — birth trauma. We’ll talk about what actually makes something traumatic, how it affects our bodies, our connection with God, and how real healing begins when we invite the Holy Spirit into those memories and emotions.

And if you’re listening today as a first-time mama who’s dreaming of a peaceful homebirth — but you catch yourself wondering, “Can I really do this?” — I created something just for you.

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3. Get the retreat replay here- peacefulhomebirth.com/replay

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Welcome back to the show, friend.

I’m sitting down with Mckenzie, who has experienced two very different homebirth stories. Her first was a grueling 30+ hour birth that left her feeling like both her body and God had betrayed her. She had done all the physical prep — every stretch, every supplement, every bit of control she could — and still found herself in the middle of the very story she thought she’d avoid.

But God wasn’t done writing her birth story.

When Mckenzie became pregnant again, she knew something had to change. This time, it wasn’t about controlling every outcome — it was about surrender. She told her husband the hospital wasn’t an option, and instead of preparing harder, she asked, “Lord, how can I surrender more?”

In this episode, Mckenzie shares the five specific prayers she brought before God, how He faithfully answered each one — and even how He showed up when one of them wasn’t answered the way she expected.

If you’ve ever wrestled with disappointment, fear, or doubt in your birth journey, this story will remind you that God’s faithfulness never fails — and that when we surrender the outcome, He writes something far more beautiful than we ever could.

✨ And friend, if you’re wanting to learn how to surrender your birth to Jesus like Mckenzie did — to take what you know in your head and anchor it in your heart — then you’ll want to grab your ticket for the Renew Your Mind for Birth Masterclass on October 24th at 12:30pm CST.

It’s just $7 to come meet other homebirth moms and walk through practical exercises that will help you watch fear leave and faith rise.

So if you’re currently pregnant and planning a homebirth — but you’re tired of just scrolling and hoping that other people’s positive stories will somehow rub off on you — this is your moment.

Come join us for this powerful masterclass. Scroll down to the description and grab your ticket today!

Renew Your Mind for Birth Masterclass- https://birth-bliss-beyond.kit.com/f44cfbfcf5

1. Homebirth Hub Course- Get 10% off when you use the code: PEACEFUL10 www.peacefulhomebirth.com/homebirthhub

2. Download the Workbook Here- https://peacefulhomebirth.thrivecart.com/findjoy/

3. Get the retreat replay here- peacefulhomebirth.com/replay

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Today’s episode is such a beautiful reminder that God truly is in the details. My guest, Michelle Wolf, is a mom of two who lives in Mexico. She chose homebirth for both of her babies, and while her first didn’t go the way she had hoped — including a difficult recovery after tearing — God used her second birth story to show His faithfulness in such a powerful way.

For baby number two, Michelle and her family traveled five hours to their midwife’s home, and once again, God showed up — not just in the timing of everything, but in His presence as He met Michelle in her fear of tearing again. This episode is a testament that God knows the desires of your heart because He’s the one who places them there. He designed birth with purpose and order, and when we follow His blueprint, blessings abound.

But before we dive into Michelle’s story, I have an exciting announcement to share.

I’ve really been seeking the Lord lately about what He wants for this podcast and my role in the birth world — how I can best bring glory and honor to Him. And to be honest, I’ve been in such a season of transition. It’s been stretching and uncomfortable… kind of like that moment in labor when you think you can’t go any further, and that’s exactly when transformation happens.

Well, that transformation is here. I’ve gotten clear confirmation from the Lord to close down the coaching side of my business — something I’ve loved and invested so much into. And while it doesn’t make sense on paper, I feel an incredible peace about it.

Now don’t worry — you can still work with me! It’s just going to look a little different.

✨ This month, I’m hosting a brand-new masterclass called Renew Your Mind for Birth — a practical, faith-filled workshop designed to help you prepare for your God-designed homebirth.

It’s happening October 24th at 12:30pm CST on Zoom, and if you can’t make it live, don’t worry — I’ll send you the replay so you won’t miss a thing.

1. Homebirth Hub Course- Get 10% off when you use the code: PEACEFUL10 www.peacefulhomebirth.com/homebirthhub

2. Download the Workbook Here- https://peacefulhomebirth.thrivecart.com/findjoy/

3. Get the retreat replay here- peacefulhomebirth.com/replay

Sponsors-

Araza:

Find Your Shade Here

Click to get 15% off & use code PEACEFULHOMEBIRTH

Create a free account on Fullscript:

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Grab your Prenatal Wellness Protocol

Grab your Homebirth Essentials Checklist

👉Click to grab your list of everything you need at a homebirth! 👈

Finding Joy in Pregnancy and Birth E-book:

https://peacefulhomebirth.thrivecart.com/findjoy/

Connect on IG:

@peacefulhomebirth

@simplymcclain

So many women preparing for homebirth tell me, ‘I’m trying to have faith, but I still feel scared.’

They think faith means they have to feel sure that everything will go perfectly.

Join this episode to discover if your faith has a firm foundation or will crumble at the next uncertain circumstance.

1. Homebirth Hub Course- Get 10% off when you use the code: PEACEFUL10 www.peacefulhomebirth.com/homebirthhub

2. Download the Workbook Here- https://peacefulhomebirth.thrivecart.com/findjoy/

3. Get the retreat replay here- peacefulhomebirth.com/replay

Sponsors-

Araza:

Find Your Shade Here

Click to get 15% off & use code PEACEFULHOMEBIRTH

Create a free account on Fullscript:

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Grab your Prenatal Wellness Protocol

Grab your Homebirth Essentials Checklist

👉Click to grab your list of everything you need at a homebirth! 👈

Finding Joy in Pregnancy and Birth E-book:

https://peacefulhomebirth.thrivecart.com/findjoy/

Connect on IG:

@peacefulhomebirth

@simplymcclain

In this episode I’m going to give you some big updates about the podcast, and the future of peaceful homebirth going forward as well as 3 ways that you can know you’re hearing from the Holy Spirit. 

Make sure to connect with me over on IG @peacefulhomebirth and if you’re preparing for your first homebirth and want to learn how to holistically prepare in a Christ centered way and you’re ready to dive in to planning and preparing. Grab Homebirth Hub. The 8 week course that will equip and train you using neuropsychology, natural medicine and a whole lot of Jesus! 

1. Homebirth Hub Course- www.peacefulhomebirth.com/homebirthhub

2. Download the Workbook Here- https://peacefulhomebirth.thrivecart.com/findjoy/

3. Get the retreat replay here- peacefulhomebirth.com/replay

Sponsors-

Araza:

Find Your Shade Here

Click to get 15% off & use code PEACEFULHOMEBIRTH

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Connect with Aly:

Grab your Prenatal Wellness Protocol

Grab your Homebirth Essentials Checklist

👉Click to grab your list of everything you need at a homebirth! 👈

Finding Joy in Pregnancy and Birth E-book:

https://peacefulhomebirth.thrivecart.com/findjoy/

Connect on IG:

@peacefulhomebirth

@simplymcclain

In this episode there is no holding back. Charlie Kirk's assassination woke up something in me that has officially been activated. I'm out for demonic destruction.

So in todays episode:

- I recap what my thoughts are about Charlie Kirk's death

- Recap the amazing Divine Design Homebirth Retreat

- Expose the practice of conscious conception and "Spirit babies" so you can avoid!

1. Download the Workbook Here- https://peacefulhomebirth.thrivecart.com/findjoy/

2. Homebirth Hub Course- www.peacefulhomebirth.com/homebirthhub

3. Get the retreat replay here- peacefulhomebirth.com/replay

Sponsors-

Araza:

Find Your Shade Here

Click to get 15% off & use code PEACEFULHOMEBIRTH

Create a free account on Fullscript:

Connect with Aly:

Grab your Prenatal Wellness Protocol

Grab your Homebirth Essentials Checklist

👉Click to grab your list of everything you need at a homebirth! 👈

Finding Joy in Pregnancy and Birth E-book:

https://peacefulhomebirth.thrivecart.com/findjoy/

Connect on IG:

@peacefulhomebirth

@simplymcclain

I'm heading to Florida this week for the Divine Design Homebirth Retreat  so I'm uploading a training I recorded for inside of my group coaching program, Peaceful Homebirth Collective, as a part of their workshop and homework to do this week.

You too can download the Workbook and do the homework with this episode:

1. Download the Workbook Here- https://peacefulhomebirth.thrivecart.com/findjoy/

2. Homebirth Hub Course- www.peacefulhomebirth.com/homebirthhub

Sponsors-

Araza:

Find Your Shade Here

Click to get 15% off & use code PEACEFULHOMEBIRTH

Create a free account on Fullscript:

Connect with Aly:

Grab your Prenatal Wellness Protocol

Grab your Homebirth Essentials Checklist

👉Click to grab your list of everything you need at a homebirth! 👈

Finding Joy in Pregnancy and Birth E-book:

https://peacefulhomebirth.thrivecart.com/findjoy/

Have you ever been in the middle of your pregnancy journey and suddenly felt fear wash over you? You know God called you to homebirth, but now you’re questioning everything? Today, we’re going to talk about what to do when the lights go out and everything feels shaky.

I took these principles from a recent sermon my pastor gave at church. I was immediately applying them to birth prep and I had to share because I believe these 5 things are what contributed to a peaceful birth despite the spiritual warfare in my mind!  

This is for the woman preparing for homebirth who wants peace, even when uncertainty hits hard.

Finding Joy in Pregnancy and Birth E-book

Looking for a faith based, holistic homebirth course that will lead you to the homebirth you've been dreaming of, without all of the New Age woo woo? Want it taught by a Registered Nurse and former Midwife Assistant? Homebirth Hub is the only birth course you will need! 

Homebirth Hub Course Details- www.peacefulhomebirth.com/homebirthhub

Sponsors-

Araza:

Find Your Shade Here

Click to get 15% off & use code PEACEFULHOMEBIRTH

Create a free account on Fullscript:

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Grab your Prenatal Wellness Protocol

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👉Click to grab your list of everything you need at a homebirth! 👈

Finding Joy in Pregnancy and Birth E-book:

https://peacefulhomebirth.thrivecart.com/findjoy/

What if your first two birth experiences left you thinking, ‘There has to be a better way?’ That’s exactly where today’s guest, Valery, found herself. A mom to three little boys, Valery’s journey to homebirth wasn’t just a decision—it was a calling.

After two hospital births that didn’t feel right, she and her husband began seeking God for answers… and what unfolded is a story of faith, courage, and the beauty of birth as God designed it. In this episode, you’ll hear how prayer guided her every step, how she discovered God’s heart and His nearness in the midst of birth, and why even scoliosis couldn’t stop her from having the homebirth of her dreams.

Finding Joy in Pregnancy and Birth E-book

If you’re looking for ongoing support and mentorship, I’d love for you to apply to the Peaceful Homebirth Collective — my signature group coaching program where we go deep into radical responsibility, brain rewiring, and faith-based preparation for birth and postpartum. If you’re ready to do birth differently and walk this journey in a powerful, Holy-Spirit-led community, the Collective is for you. You can apply now at peacefulhomebirth.com/collective.

Sponsors-

Araza:

Find Your Shade Here

Click to get 15% off & use code PEACEFULHOMEBIRTH

Create a free account on Fullscript:

Connect with Aly:

Grab your Prenatal Wellness Protocol

Grab your Homebirth Essentials Checklist

👉Click to grab your list of everything you need at a homebirth! 👈

Finding Joy in Pregnancy and Birth E-book:

https://peacefulhomebirth.thrivecart.com/findjoy/

Jessica Arno, also known as The Combat Midwife. Jessica is not only a midwife, but also an EMT who has trained military personnel on how to respond to emergencies involving women and children. In fact, she was personally headhunted by the Army to teach combat medics her expertise.

In this episode, Jessica shares her powerful story of advocacy, beginning with her own mom’s near-death experience during a VBAC in the hospital. From a young age, she saw firsthand how the system was failing women, and she knew she never wanted to be part of the medical system that was causing harm.

We talk about the practical side of ‘what if’ scenarios in birth, and Jessica gives some much-needed encouragement for women whose husbands may be hesitant about homebirth. This conversation is going to leave you feeling more prepared, more confident, and more supported in your journey.

Looking for a faith based, holistic homebirth course that will lead you to the homebirth you've been dreaming of, without all of the New Age woo woo? Want it taught by a Registered Nurse and former Midwife Assistant? Homebirth Hub is the only birth course you will need! 

Homebirth Hub Course Details- www.peacefulhomebirth.com/homebirthhub

Connect with Jessica: 

Website: https://combatmidwife.com

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @CombatMidwife

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Telegram: Combat Midwife on Telegram

Discount Code for courses: PEACEFUL 

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Grab your Prenatal Wellness Protocol

Grab your Homebirth Essentials Checklist

👉Click to grab your list of everything you need at a homebirth! 👈

Finding Joy in Pregnancy and Birth E-book:

https://peacefulhomebirth.thrivecart.com/findjoy/

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