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MyMaine Birth

Angela Laferriere
Home Birth
Childbirth Education
Free Birth Society
Maine
Breastfeeding
Pregnancy
Midwifery
Postpartum Care
Childbirth
Matribirth Midwifery Institute
Eastern Maine Medical Center
Covid-19
Free Birth
Unassisted Birth
Birth Photography
Preeclampsia
Birth Trauma
Twin Births
Doula
Maine Medical Center

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 Center Births, and home births, every birth story deserves to be heard and celebrated. Whether you are a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth, these episodes are for you. ... more

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In this episode we talk with Nikki about her pivot from Free Birth Society circles and birth keeping back into a hands-on midwifery apprenticeship as she works toward CPM licensure.

Nikki Shared her two free birth stories and her e... more

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In today's episode we hold space for Katie Spinks as she shares the traumatic birth of her daughter Jolene, including a Pitocin induction that ends in uterine rupture, delayed care, and a devastating HIE diagnosis. 

From there, we ... more

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Freebirth and unassisted birth are getting more attention for a reason, and the most useful place to start is not with outrage but with curiosity. 

When families move away from hospital birth, it often has less to do with rejecting... more

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If you’ve ever felt pulled between “trust birth” and “trust the system,” this conversation lives in the complicated middle where real autonomy actually grows. 

In this episode I’m joined by Maren Green of Indie Birth, a practicing ... more

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Recent Guests

Nathan Riley
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Born Free Method / Private practice
Episode: 158. MyMaine Birth: Hospital Trauma and the Pull Towards Free Birth, a doctor's honest perspective with Nathan Riley, OBGYN
Maren Green
Midwife, co-creator of Indie Birth Midwifery School
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Episode: 157. The Free Birth Society Scam: Midwife Maryn Green of Indie Birth shares her story of birth autonomy without the hype
Emma Moore
Guest who grew up in Bangor, Maine; participant in Free Birth Society and MatriBirth Midwifery Institute
Free Birth Society; MatriBirth Midwifery Institute
Episode: 153. The Free Birth Society Scam: Emma's experience with the MatriBirth Midwifery Institute
Grace Spiering
Birth storyteller; host of MyMaine Birth
Grace Spiering (guest)
Episode: 147. MyMaine Birth: A Surprise Free Birth, Grace Shares her Second Home Birth Story
Ivy Gray
Labor and delivery nurse and twin birth story guest
Self/Family
Episode: 144. MyMaine Birth: Ivy's Three Pregnancy and Four Birth Stories at EMMC in Bangor
Alannah Finn
Birth photographer and twin birth survivor
Birth Body Photography
Episode: 142. MyMaine Birth: How We Birth Matters - Part Two - Alannah's Twin Freebirth Story
Kelli Denley
Mama of three beautiful little girls and owner of KD Marketing
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Episode: 120. MyMaine Birth: Kelli's Three Birth Stories at EMMC in Bangor, Maine
Dr. Meaghan Staples
Orthopedic and pelvic floor physical therapist, owner of Refine Physical Therapy
Refine Physical Therapy
Episode: 109. MyMaine Birth: Dr. Meaghan Staples shares her Two Maine Birth Stories and The Benefits of Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
Katie Stroud
Childbirth educator and mother who shares her personal birth stories.
Episode: 101. Surrendering to Birth: Katie's Powerful Wild Pregnancy and Free Birth Story

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Angela
Host of MyMaine Birth podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Great birth stories!

    Love hearing these birth stories! Simple, sweet and powerful and extraordinary.

    Thank you for sharing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    POW!pow
    United States8 months ago
  • Birth for Everyone

    Love how this podcast is a space for Mainers to tell their birth story and how the host highlights the beauty, strength, and resilience of birth without bias. I’ve learned so much from hearing the variety of birth experiences in these episodes and highly recommend anyone curious about birth to take a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Birdie5638
    United States10 months ago
  • Local birth stories for Mainers

    I appreciate the way Angela prompts people to tell their stories. It is mostly the birthing folks speaking, with questions or brief input from Angela. It’s fun being from Maine and knowing a lot of the providers and locations mentioned in the stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Full Story Birth
    United States2 years ago
  • Capturing Birth 💗 📷

    I love how Angela has provided a platform for all of these unique birth stories. Maine is a big small state so it feels like listening to my neighbors birth story each time I tune in. That’s special. Thanks for allowing me to tell my own tale! @birth.advocate

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    emily.thenurse
    United States2 years ago
  • Love this podcast!

    I’m loving this podcast so much and look forward to new episodes every week. The birth stories are fascinating and so inspiring. Such a reminder of what an amazing thing the process of birth is. I’ve learned a lot about birth (before, during and after) from this podcast and also been surprised by how many resources we have here in Maine. 100 percent recommend this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lovelylucidlife
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

• Comments highlight the supportive, non-judgmental tone and the podcast's value for understanding birth options in Maine.
• Some listeners note appreciation for the host's role in highlighting local resources and providers.
• Fans value the diverse range of birth experiences and practical insights from real families.
• Listeners praise the intimate, neighborly storytelling and Maine-focused context.

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154. The Free Birth Society Scam: Isabel's experience with the MatriBirth Midwifery Institute
Q: To get started, would you share a little bit about yourself?
Isabel describes her background as a birth and postpartum doula who built The Nesting Meadow and began with a strong interest in home birth, eventually joining MMI through the Free Birth Society. She explains how a traumatic injury catalyzed a shift toward pursuing birth work and more careful, evidence-informed practice.
132. MyMaine Birth: Kelly's Three Birth Stories and her Journey from Hospital to Home Birth
Q: So now jumping into your birth stories, would you share a little bit about how you found out you were pregnant for the first time and what your thoughts were in choosing your care then?
Her first pregnancy was unexpected but ultimately affirming; she pursued natural birth ideals and initially trusted hospital midwives, though traumatic experiences led to reevaluating care choices for future pregnancies.
134. MyMaine Birth: Mollys Mercy Hospital Birth Story
Q: How did you handle the shoulder dystocia this time, and what was the moment like when your baby finally emerged?
The midwife guided the leg positioning and used a controlled push to resolve the shoulder dystocia; soon after, the baby emerged on the chest with relief and happiness as the cord situation and color checks completed.
134. MyMaine Birth: Mollys Mercy Hospital Birth Story
Q: What made you decide to labor in the birth tub, and did you feel supported in that choice?
The birth tub was a priority because it offered relief and comfort during labor; even though there was initial hesitation, the team respected her wish and allowed tub labor while planning for potential transitions if needed.
134. MyMaine Birth: Mollys Mercy Hospital Birth Story
Q: So how did your appointments look in the hospital setting this time around?
The appointments felt more like standard medical checkups—efficient and professional, with midwives who listened and supported the decision to pursue a vaginal birth while carefully considering risks.

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A show focused on intimate, real-life birth stories across Maine, spanning home births, birth centers, and hospitals. Episodes often center on empowerment, autonomy in childbirth, and navigating medical systems, with a strong emphasis on community support and personal decision-making. Listeners can expect candid discussions about postpartum experiences, breastfeeding, and the emotional arc of motherhood, frequently anchored in local Maine providers, geography, and culture. A standout aspect is the consistent celebration of diverse birth paths and the host's visible commitment to supporting families through photography and birth coaching, making it a resource for both prospective parents and birth professionals seeking authentic narratives. more

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1. Nathan Riley
2. Maren Green
3. Emma Moore
4. Grace Spiering
5. Ivy Gray
6. Alannah Finn
7. Kelli Denley
8. Dr. Meaghan Staples

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