<![CDATA[Autonomous Motherhood]]>This is a podcast dedicated to empowering women through candid conversations about pregnancy, birth, motherhood, and more. It explores the transformative journey of motherhood from the lens of holistic health and autonomy, encouraging women to question the status quo and look within. Autonomy doesn't stop in birth. You can have an Autonomous Motherhood.

]]>https://autonomousmotherhood.wpcomstaging.com/Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:51:29 GMTMon, 20 Jul 2026 16:58:28 GMT60Kennie B<p>This is a podcast dedicated to empowering women through candid conversations about pregnancy, birth, motherhood, and more. It explores the transformative journey of motherhood from the lens of holistic health and autonomy, encouraging women to question the status quo and look within. Autonomy doesn't stop in birth. You can have an Autonomous Motherhood.</p>episodicKennie Bnestandnurturebirthservices@gmail.comno<![CDATA[5. A Redeeming Unassisted Home Birth]]>Kennie shares the story of the birth of her third baby, from the decision to conceive to the unassisted home birth experience. She discusses the challenges, preparations, and the fast and intense labor, emphasizing the importance of trusting one's body and finding confidence in birth.

Takeaways

  • Unassisted home birth experience
  • Trusting the body in birth

Chapters

  • 00:00 Deciding to Conceive
  • 01:21 Tracking Ovulation and Conception
  • 04:45 Prenatal Care and Birth Planning
  • 10:25 Anxiety and Preparation for Birth
  • 18:29 Fast and Intense Labor
  • 35:17 Postpartum and Reflection

Where to find Kennie:

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/autonomousmotherhood/

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573637550232

TikTok

https://www.tiktok.com/@autonomousmotherhood?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc

]]>206c2c58-79f0-4876-830e-684d27d4eb93Thu, 30 Jul 2026 20:21:32 GMT<p>Kennie shares the story of the birth of her third baby, from the decision to conceive to the unassisted home birth experience. She discusses the challenges, preparations, and the fast and intense labor, emphasizing the importance of trusting one's body and finding confidence in birth.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Unassisted home birth experience</li><li>Trusting the body in birth</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Deciding to Conceive</li><li>01:21 Tracking Ovulation and Conception</li><li>04:45 Prenatal Care and Birth Planning</li><li>10:25 Anxiety and Preparation for Birth</li><li>18:29 Fast and Intense Labor</li><li>35:17 Postpartum and Reflection</li></ul><p></p><p>Where to find Kennie:</p><p>Instagram</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/autonomousmotherhood/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/autonomousmotherhood/</a></p><p>Facebook</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573637550232" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573637550232</a></p><p>TikTok</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@autonomousmotherhood?is_from_webapp=1&amp;sender_device=pc" target="_blank">https://www.tiktok.com/@autonomousmotherhood?is_from_webapp=1&amp;sender_device=pc</a></p>no00:32:25155. A Redeeming Unassisted Home Birthfull<![CDATA[4. Home Birth Transfer (Part 2)]]>Kennie shares the emotional and challenging experience of her free birth and subsequent hospital transfer. She discusses the physical and emotional impact, the importance of processing trauma, and the shift in her birth philosophy.

Takeaways

  • Free birth challenges
  • Processing birth trauma

Chapters

  • 00:00 Free Birth and Hospital Transfer
  • 01:08 Challenges and Complications
  • 02:58 Seeking Medical Help
  • 04:30 Emotional Recovery
  • 13:27 Support and Healing
  • 32:32 Impact on Birth Philosophy

Where to find Kennie:

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/autonomousmotherhood/

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573637550232

TikTok

https://www.tiktok.com/@autonomousmotherhood?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc

]]>343e1734-4621-47d0-bd1f-f15f04683f96Thu, 30 Jul 2026 19:47:32 GMT<p>Kennie shares the emotional and challenging experience of her free birth and subsequent hospital transfer. She discusses the physical and emotional impact, the importance of processing trauma, and the shift in her birth philosophy.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Free birth challenges</li><li>Processing birth trauma</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Free Birth and Hospital Transfer</li><li>01:08 Challenges and Complications</li><li>02:58 Seeking Medical Help</li><li>04:30 Emotional Recovery</li><li>13:27 Support and Healing</li><li>32:32 Impact on Birth Philosophy</li></ul><p></p><p>Where to find Kennie:</p><p>Instagram</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/autonomousmotherhood/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/autonomousmotherhood/</a></p><p>Facebook</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573637550232" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573637550232</a></p><p>TikTok</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@autonomousmotherhood?is_from_webapp=1&amp;sender_device=pc" target="_blank">https://www.tiktok.com/@autonomousmotherhood?is_from_webapp=1&amp;sender_device=pc</a></p>no00:17:26144. Home Birth Transfer (Part 2)full<![CDATA[3. The Home Birth That Humbled Me (Part 1)]]>Kennie shares the story of preparing for and giving birth to her second baby, highlighting the challenges and joys of the experience. The journey includes conception, prenatal care, emotional struggles, labor, and post-birth reflections.

Takeaways

  • Conceiving and announcing a pregnancy can be a mix of excitement and emotional challenges.
  • Prenatal care and emotional support play a crucial role in the overall birth experience.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Preparing for Baby Number Two
  • 02:33 Conceiving and Announcing the Pregnancy
  • 08:28 Prenatal Care and Emotional Struggles
  • 10:54 Approaching Labor and Early Labor
  • 13:01 Active Labor and Birth
  • 15:25 Post-Birth Reflections

Where to find Kennie:

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/autonomousmotherhood/

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573637550232

TikTok

https://www.tiktok.com/@autonomousmotherhood?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc

]]>202b7d4e-486c-43ef-b789-f2ac95dfe4acThu, 30 Jul 2026 19:08:44 GMT<p>Kennie shares the story of preparing for and giving birth to her second baby, highlighting the challenges and joys of the experience. The journey includes conception, prenatal care, emotional struggles, labor, and post-birth reflections.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Conceiving and announcing a pregnancy can be a mix of excitement and emotional challenges.</li><li>Prenatal care and emotional support play a crucial role in the overall birth experience.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Preparing for Baby Number Two</li><li>02:33 Conceiving and Announcing the Pregnancy</li><li>08:28 Prenatal Care and Emotional Struggles</li><li>10:54 Approaching Labor and Early Labor</li><li>13:01 Active Labor and Birth</li><li>15:25 Post-Birth Reflections</li></ul><p></p><p>Where to find Kennie:</p><p>Instagram</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/autonomousmotherhood/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/autonomousmotherhood/</a></p><p>Facebook</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573637550232" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573637550232</a></p><p>TikTok</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@autonomousmotherhood?is_from_webapp=1&amp;sender_device=pc" target="_blank">https://www.tiktok.com/@autonomousmotherhood?is_from_webapp=1&amp;sender_device=pc</a></p>no00:13:38133. The Home Birth That Humbled Me (Part 1)full<![CDATA[2. Freebirth as a First Time Mom]]>The Autonomous Motherhood Podcast begins with Kennie sharing her birth stories, highlighting the impact of COVID on family planning and the transition to prenatal care and birth planning. The exploration of alternative birth options, preparation for unassisted birth, and the intensity of labor are discussed, leading to the birth experience and postpartum moments.

Takeaways

  • Impact of COVID on family planning
  • Exploration of alternative birth options
  • Preparation for unassisted birth
  • The intensity of labor and fetal ejection reflex
  • The birth experience and postpartum moments

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to Autonomous Motherhood Podcast
  • 01:10 The Impact of COVID on Family Planning
  • 03:07 Transition to Prenatal Care and Birth Planning
  • 04:23 Exploring Alternative Birth Options
  • 07:19 Preparation for Unassisted Birth
  • 08:45 Early Labor and Decision-Making
  • 09:54 The Intensity of Labor and Fetal Ejection Reflex
  • 27:45 The Birth Experience and Postpartum Moments

Where to find Kennie:

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/autonomousmotherhood/

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573637550232

TikTok

https://www.tiktok.com/@autonomousmotherhood?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc

]]>536a9cd0-8841-47b4-bc0d-736e699403e7Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:47:44 GMT<p>The Autonomous Motherhood Podcast begins with Kennie sharing her birth stories, highlighting the impact of COVID on family planning and the transition to prenatal care and birth planning. The exploration of alternative birth options, preparation for unassisted birth, and the intensity of labor are discussed, leading to the birth experience and postpartum moments.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Impact of COVID on family planning</li><li>Exploration of alternative birth options</li><li>Preparation for unassisted birth</li><li>The intensity of labor and fetal ejection reflex</li><li>The birth experience and postpartum moments</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Autonomous Motherhood Podcast</li><li>01:10 The Impact of COVID on Family Planning</li><li>03:07 Transition to Prenatal Care and Birth Planning</li><li>04:23 Exploring Alternative Birth Options</li><li>07:19 Preparation for Unassisted Birth</li><li>08:45 Early Labor and Decision-Making</li><li>09:54 The Intensity of Labor and Fetal Ejection Reflex</li><li>27:45 The Birth Experience and Postpartum Moments</li></ul><p></p><p>Where to find Kennie:</p><p>Instagram</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/autonomousmotherhood/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/autonomousmotherhood/</a></p><p>Facebook</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573637550232" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573637550232</a></p><p>TikTok</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@autonomousmotherhood?is_from_webapp=1&amp;sender_device=pc" target="_blank">https://www.tiktok.com/@autonomousmotherhood?is_from_webapp=1&amp;sender_device=pc</a></p>no00:24:49122. Freebirth as a First Time Momfull<![CDATA[1. Welcome to the Autonomous Motherhood Podcast!]]>The Autonomous Motherhood Podcast is introduced by Kenny, a doula and childbirth educator, who shares her unique perspective on pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. She emphasizes the importance of autonomy and informed consent, discusses her guest selection criteria, posting schedule, and target audience for the podcast.

Takeaways

  • Autonomy and informed consent are the pillars of the Autonomous Motherhood Podcast.
  • The podcast is aimed at empowering women to take charge of their pregnancy, birth, and motherhood journey.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to Autonomous Motherhood Podcast
  • 01:26 The Philosophy of Autonomy and Informed Consent
  • 04:13 Guest Selection and Podcast Focus
  • 06:46 Posting Schedule and Social Media Presence
  • 08:41 Target Audience of the Podcast

Where to find Kennie:

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/autonomousmotherhood/

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573637550232

TikTok

https://www.tiktok.com/@autonomousmotherhood?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc

]]>5cd2b049-35bc-4096-93c6-fdda6803aea0Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:32:41 GMT<p>The Autonomous Motherhood Podcast is introduced by Kenny, a doula and childbirth educator, who shares her unique perspective on pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. She emphasizes the importance of autonomy and informed consent, discusses her guest selection criteria, posting schedule, and target audience for the podcast.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Autonomy and informed consent are the pillars of the Autonomous Motherhood Podcast.</li><li>The podcast is aimed at empowering women to take charge of their pregnancy, birth, and motherhood journey.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Autonomous Motherhood Podcast</li><li>01:26 The Philosophy of Autonomy and Informed Consent</li><li>04:13 Guest Selection and Podcast Focus</li><li>06:46 Posting Schedule and Social Media Presence</li><li>08:41 Target Audience of the Podcast</li></ul><p></p><p>Where to find Kennie:</p><p>Instagram</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/autonomousmotherhood/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/autonomousmotherhood/</a></p><p>Facebook</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573637550232" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573637550232</a></p><p>TikTok</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@autonomousmotherhood?is_from_webapp=1&amp;sender_device=pc" target="_blank">https://www.tiktok.com/@autonomousmotherhood?is_from_webapp=1&amp;sender_device=pc</a></p>no00:05:30111. Welcome to the Autonomous Motherhood Podcast!full