Listen to this birth story with your birth partner - it’s powerful, emotional, and full of practical gems. Thank you both SO much for joining us!!
A beautifully positive hospital birth that’ll leave you feeling inspired, reassured, and ready.

The course mention is Birth Box:
The BirthBox Hypnobirthing Course
Loved by thousands, designed to get you ready.❤️

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In this episode, I sit down with Samara Concepcion—a holistic birthkeeper, doula, film director, and podcast host—to talk about something we don’t hear enough about: ecstatic birth.

We break down what "ecstatic" really means in the context of birth (it’s probably not what you think), challenge some of the biggest myths, and explore how birth is actually designed to unfold when we let it. We also discuss:

• How the medical system has shaped our expectations of birth
• The impact of your birth environment and how to make it work for you
• Practical ways to prepare for a more positive and powerful birth experience

A fascinating, thought-provoking conversation about the beauty and power of birth.

Samara’s latest documentary is a raw, personal, and poetic exploration of birth that challenges mainstream narratives and reimagines what’s possible when we trust the process.

Back the project on Kickstarter: Support the Film

Connect with Samara: Follow her on Instagram

Podcast https://samaraconcepcion.com/the-podcast

Thanks for listening,
Poppy

Thinking about co-sleeping but not sure how to do it safely? Or already bed-sharing and looking for reassurance? Join Poppy and Isadora for an open, honest conversation about all things co-sleeping—why families choose it, how to make it work, and what you need to know to get the best rest possible.

In this episode, we cover:
🌙 The biggest benefits of co-sleeping
🛏️ Different ways to co-sleep & safety essentials
🔑 Key tips for bed-sharing & floor beds
😴 How to actually get more sleep while co-sleeping
❤️ Navigating co-sleeping and relationships
👶 Gentle transitions when the time feels right
💬 Plus, your questions answered in a live Q&A!

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Join my new community broadcast channel where I will be sharing weekly positive birthing tips and free resources. I can’t wait to connect with you more intimately ❤️

Emergency EP! so many of you replied to my IG stories saying that you're worried about birth. It doesn't ned to be this way. Prepare, do the work, commit to the meditation and I promise you - YOU WILL FEEL CONFIDENT.

You can sign up to my online course here, it includes the complete album of meditations that will literally rewire your brain

https://www.hypnobirthing-positive-birth.com/birthbox

TW. This weekend on the podcast, I’m joined by Illiyin Morrison, a Birth Trauma Specialist Midwife, for an insightful and deeply important conversation about birth trauma.

We dive into the causes, signs to look out for, and the challenges of planning a future pregnancy after experiencing trauma. Illiyin shares her expert perspective on recognising birth trauma, the benefits of debriefing services, and how to navigate the healing process.

We also answer some thoughtful questions submitted by our Instagram community.

Thank you so much Illiyin for joining us.

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/mixing.up.motherhood/

Services:

https://linktr.ee/Mixingupmotherhood

Oofff, someone on IG wanted this episode, so I've gone and recorded it - actually quite cathartic.

Let me know your thoughts and share YOUR experiences too! Comments below are open :)

Want more convos like this? Check out our Village:

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I share some of my life lessons, p.s. a bit of swearing at the start.

Casual & reflective pods, let me know your thoughts in the comments! P xXx

Birth Box

https://www.hypnobirthing-positive-birth.com/birthbox

Village

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Guided birth planning session where I ask you - what do you truly want for your birth?

You might want to download and bring up this birth plan as I'm talking through:

https://www.hypnobirthing-positive-birth.com/birthplanbundle

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Personal tips and strategies I use to ensure I'm showing up healthy, vibrant and WELL.

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