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Birth Journeys: Birth Stories and Birth Education for Moms & Pregnant Individuals

Are you looking for a podcast to help you feel confident in your birth experience?

Then The Birth Journeys Podcast® is for you! We share powerful and transformative birth stories that illuminate the realities of childbirth. Hosted by a labor nurse and prenatal coach who specializes in transformational coaching techniques, this podcast goes beyond traditional birth narratives to foster healing, build trust, and create transparency between birthing individuals and healthcare providers.

In each episode, we dive into essential topics like birth preparation, debunking common misconceptions, understanding hospital procedures, and promoting autonomy in the birthing process. We also bring you the wisdom and insights of experienced birth workers and medical professionals.

This is a safe and inclusive space where every birth story is valued, honored, and deserves to be heard. Join us in exploring the diverse and unique experiences of birth givers, and discover how transformational coaching can empower your own birth journey.

Contact Kelly Hof at: birthjourneysRN@gmail.com

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Birth Journeys: Birth Stories and Birth Education for Moms & Pregnant Individuals

Intrusive Thoughts with Megan MacCutcheon, LPC

April 10, 2023 • Kelly Hof • Season 1 • Episode 24

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In this episode Megan MacCutcheon, LPC discusses Intrusive Thoughts, which are a manifestation of OCD and anxiety, that is very common in pregnancy and postpartum. Megan is a therapist specializing in perinatal mental health. She also offers a Birth Bundle for pregnant moms, coaching for new moms, and a course called Empowered Motherhood. Megan is the mother of three and she shared her own birth story in episode 9.

You can contact Megan and plug into her services using the following websites:

www.meganmaccutcheon.com

www.empoweringmindfulmoms.com

www.perinatalplace.com

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Medical Disclaimer

The Birth Journeys Podcast® is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Every pregnancy, labor, and postpartum experience is unique. Information shared on this podcast — including personal birth stories — may not apply to your specific medical situation. Always consult your OB, midwife, or qualified healthcare provider before making decisions about your care.

While I strive to share current guidance aligned with organizations such as ACOG and AWHONN at the time of recording, medical recommendations evolve as research advances. Guests are entitled to autonomy in their medical decisions and may share experiences that differ from current practice guidelines.

My intention is to provide balanced, evidence-informed education and create space for diverse birth experiences — while encouraging you to make informed decisions in partnership with your healthcare team.

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