Aligned Birth

Dr. Shannon and Doula Rachael

The Aligned Birth Podcast was created from a desire to share our personal and professional stories and experiences. Dr. Shannon, a Prenatal Chiropractor and Doula Rachael a Birth Doula and Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator are excited to bring you meaningful conversations and interviews about topics surrounding pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more. We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey. We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything! read less

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Meet Dr. Shannon a perinatal chiropractor and Doula Rachael a birth doula and childbirth educator. As part of this sneak peek into what is to come with the Aligned Birth Podcast, we thought it would be fun to share what we have planned for this podcast. How we met and what we do and our vision and mission for this podcast. This podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more.We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey.We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything!If you like what you are hearing and you don’t want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannonwww.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachaelwww.instagram.com/yourbirthsite_rachCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comYour Birth Site - www.yourbirthsite.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in theSupport the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: alignedbirthpodcast@gmail.com Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.

Ep 104: Home Birth Story with April

Ep 104: Home Birth Story with April

It’s Birth Story day on the podcast! Doula Rachael chats with a dear doula client, April West. April shares how she prepared for her home birth including: How she chose to have a home birth, how she chose her home birth midwife, how she prepared for giving birth prenatally, the tools she filled her tool bag with, her husband’s incredible support along the way. April also shares about her home birth: how it started, how it progressed, and how she navigated a long pushing stage and how she overcame hard obstacles to avoid transferring to the hospital. April is the co-host of the “Moms Off The Record” podcast. “Moms Off The Record” dares to discuss taboo and prevalent themes around pregnancy, birth, and postpartum life. If you prioritize nature over pharma, mom’s intuition over “expert” advice, and think critically with every decision you make, then this podcast is for you. Be sure to check it out!Support the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: alignedbirthpodcast@gmail.com Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.

Episode 103: Processing the Emotions of Pregnancy and Birth through Chiropractic Care, with Dr. Pamela Stone-McCoy, DC, DACCP

Episode 103: Processing the Emotions of Pregnancy and Birth through Chiropractic Care, with Dr. Pamela Stone-McCoy, DC, DACCP

How we give birth matters, but also important, and maybe more importantly, how we FEEL about our birth matters. Today’s episode is all about the emotions surrounding birth, specifically fear, stress, and a lack of trust in our body’s ability to give birth. Dr. Pamela Stone-McCoy joins the show today, and she is a prenatal and pediatric chiropractic in the Metro-Atlanta area, and she is the Webster Certification instructor for the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association ( and happens to be Dr. Shannon’s mentor!!!) This interview dives deep into the neurological component of fear and emotions surrounding birth and how chiropractic care impacts how our body processes those emotions. They discuss many topics including:What is dystocia and the 3 main causes of it?Dr. Pam’s 23 years of experience in prenatal chiropractic careHow fear impacts birth and the different types of fearHow fear impacts the nervous systemHow chiropractic care can impact the nervous system - beyond alleviating aches and painsWays to support moms to help combat fear during pregnancy and birth Resources mentioned in the showPrenatal stress changes brain connectivity in uteroHow to make stress your friend Episode 1 - meet your hostsEpisode 2 - full circle Connect with Pam at Active Life Chiropractic - website - instagram - facebook Support the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: alignedbirthpodcast@gmail.com Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.

Ep 102: Newborn Terms to be Familiar With (Part 4/4)

Ep 102: Newborn Terms to be Familiar With (Part 4/4)

What started as one episode about perinatal vocabulary, quickly escalated into a 4 part series, but we’re here for it! In this episode, we discuss newborn terms that aren’t part of your everyday vernacular, but you will hear after your baby arrives. And just like with the postpartum terms, it’s important to look over these terms during pregnancy (because some of these procedures could be included in your birth plan!). And because the immediate postpartum can be overwhelming, it’s a good idea to have some knowledge of these terms before baby arrives.We talk about:The golden hourMeconium JaundiceNewborn metabolic tests Placenta Fundal massage HemorrhageAPGARDelayed Cord ClampingNewborn proceduresVernixand more! Resources mentioned in the episode:Episode 57: Cranial Adjustments with Dr. Martin Rosen Episode 69: Benefits of Pediatric Chiropractic CareDr. Green mom (just use the search tab to look for the newborn procedures we mention)Support the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: alignedbirthpodcast@gmail.com Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.

Ep 101: Postpartum Terms to be Familiar with (Part 3/4)

Ep 101: Postpartum Terms to be Familiar with (Part 3/4)

In part 3 of this birth vocabulary series, we’re highlighting some postpartum terms to know. This is a good list to look at during pregnancy, to familiarize yourself with some of the vernacular that you might not use every day.We focus on 3 main topic areas: defining postpartum, breastfeeding terms, and postpartum mental health terms. Of course this list is not exhaustive, but it’s a great start to look at during your pregnancy for a more informed postpartum.Resources mentioned in the show:Episode 36: tips for the 4th trimesterEpisode 23: return to running - postpartum fitnessEpisodes 6-8: postpartum essentials Episode 95: how birth process impacts infant feedingEpisode 63: breastfeeding tips and resources Episode 79: embracing the imperfections of motherhood with Dr. Meghan ToupsEpisode 44: you are not alone with Shannon Weist PSI Postpartum Support International - online resource Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) Calculator Support the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: alignedbirthpodcast@gmail.com Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.

Ep 100: Celebrating our 100th Episode

Ep 100: Celebrating our 100th Episode

Welcome to the 100th episode of the Aligned Birth Podcast, and thanks for the 10,000+ folks who have downloaded and listened to us!! We are beyond grateful, happy, excited (all the feels) about how this podcast has developed. Doula Rachael and Dr. Shannon sit down and chat to share some of the behind the scenes of creating the episodes - from generating topic ideas, to reaching out to guests, to google share drives and excel files, to the time, energy, effort, and monetary investment we put in - it’s a lot, but we love it so much. We also want to share some updates including upcoming episodes, how to join the Aligned Birth Community, and how to contribute to our movement through direct listener support.With direct listener support, we’ve set up an easy way for you to support the show monetarily (whatever amount you feel compelled to share). We want to keep the podcast focused on content that informs, inspires, entertains, and is mindful of your time, and if Aligned Birth is part of your day - we’d love to have the support. With newsletter updates, you can receive a weekly update about the show including exclusive news, links for resources, and special offerings from the show and guests. Support the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: alignedbirthpodcast@gmail.com Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.

Ep 99: Birth Terms to be Familiar with (Part 2/4)

Ep 99: Birth Terms to be Familiar with (Part 2/4)

In part 2 of our perinatal vocabulary series, we’re focusing on terms you might hear as you get closer to birth. And although these might be birth terms, it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with them during your pregnancy as well. This just helps you be better prepared and to communicate effectively with your birth team. Definitely listen to part 1 which gives some great organ and organ system definitions, and we’ll build on those definitions as we discuss things like:Rupture of membranesProdromal laborBraxton-Hicks contractions EpisiotomyOxytocinFailure to progress And more!Resources mentioned in the show:Failure to Progress from Evidence Based Birth Episode 92 - all about epiduralsEpisode 65 - how to have a gentle induction Episode 55 - tips for optimal fetal positioningSupport the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: alignedbirthpodcast@gmail.com Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.

Ep 98: Prenatal Terms To Be Familiar With (Part 1/4)

Ep 98: Prenatal Terms To Be Familiar With (Part 1/4)

Pregnancy can bring about a lot of physical bodily changes, but it can also introduce a whole new vocabulary as well. In today’s episode, Doula Rachael and Dr. Shannon highlight terms that can help you navigate your prenatal journey. with more ease and confidence. From basic anatomy definitions of common organs, organ systems, and tissues that are ever-changing during pregnancy to common terms you might be hearing at your prenatal exams. This list is not all-encompassing, but they hope to bring about more knowledge a nd awareness to help you navigate pregnancy with more ease. From amazing facts about your placenta and uterus to understanding more about cervical exams and group B strep, this episode is a good start for increasing your prenatal vocab. And stay tuned next week for part 2 which is all about common birth termanology.Resources mentioned in the episode:Preventing GBS - at home with Tiffany and Kelly podcast Group B strep from Evidence Based Birth Failure to Progress from Evidence Based Birth Support the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: alignedbirthpodcast@gmail.com Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.

Ep 97: The Ripple Effect of Our Birth Experience

Ep 97: The Ripple Effect of Our Birth Experience

Birth is a transformational process. It pushes you in ways you never imagined, and brings forth new life that forever changes you. And how the process unfolds can have a lasting impact on you and future generations. As much as we try to provide information and education on this show to help you have an empowered birth experience, having information alone does not equate to a positive experience. In this episode, Dr. Shannon and doula Rachael share their professional and personal experiences of how birth impacts the mental, physical, and emotional health of the birthing person, and they share ways to process your birth experience in a healthy manner. Resources mentioned in the episode:Cherry Blossom StudyPregnancy, birth, postpartum, breastfeeding articleEpisode 44 - You are not alone with Shannon Weist perinatal mental health counselor Episode 79: Embracing the Imperfections of Motherhood - turning anxiety into awakening with Dr. Meghan Toups, LPCTransformed by BirthSupport the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: alignedbirthpodcast@gmail.com Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.

Ep 96: Give Back To Your Body - Prenatal + Postpartum Yoga with Julie Hawkins

Ep 96: Give Back To Your Body - Prenatal + Postpartum Yoga with Julie Hawkins

Dr. Shannon chats with Julie Hawkins, a 500HR RYT prenatal and postpartum yoga instructor in the metro-Atlanta area. Yoga is a beautiful way to incorporate movement into your pregnancy and postpartum journey. It can also bring about self- awareness, help transition into motherhood, and "give back to your body” in a beautiful, effective, and meaningful way.We cover a lot in this episode:Julie’s beginnings in yoga while hiking the ATWhy she began teaching and how her yoga practice evolved during her own pregnancies and birthsThe specifics of prenatal and postpartum certificationHow yoga can impact self-care, returning to breath, and offer physical, communal, and mental supportThe benefits of prenatal and postpartum yogaYoga pose modifications during pregnancy and postpartum Connect with Julie:Jhawkyoga on instagram BeYoga on instagram Support the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: alignedbirthpodcast@gmail.com Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.

Ep 95: How the Birthing Process can Impact Infant Feeding

Ep 95: How the Birthing Process can Impact Infant Feeding

In this episode Dr. Shannon and Doula Rachael discuss the impact of birth trauma and stress on infant feeding (nursing and bottle feeding). There’s lots to unpack in this episode:What baby’s body goes through during the birth processWhat is “birth trauma” How normally physiological birth carries a certain amount of stress and strainInterventions that can cause more birth traumaOther events that can cause birth traumaHow birth impacts the nervous system of babyWhat does birth stress and nervous system dysfunction in the baby look like (specifically for feeding issues)How chiropractic care can help and what a proper and thorough nervous system assessment for baby looks like Other providers who can helpInspiration for the episode:Pathways to family wellness podcast: decoding the effects of birth trauma on feedingResources discussed in the episode:Episode 69: Benefits of pediatric chiropractic careEpisode 65: How to have a gentle inductionEpisode 63: Breastfeeding tip and resourcesEpisode 57: Pediatric Chiropractic Care and Cranial Adjustments - Interview with Dr. Martin RosenEpisode 55: Tips for optimal fetal positioningSupport the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: alignedbirthpodcast@gmail.com Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.

Ep 94: Gentle Transitions - New Baby with Siblings

Ep 94: Gentle Transitions - New Baby with Siblings

Bringing home a baby can be a big transition, not just for mom and the new baby, but for the rest of the family as well. In this episode, Doula Rachael and Dr. Shannon share their own experiences with welcoming a new addition to the family. They each have two boys who are three years apart, but they bring lots of different birth experiences to the table. Doula Rachael shares how she navigated her home birth with her second child and her approach for introducing their new baby to his new big brother. Dr. Shannon shares her hospital birth experience and how she introduced their 2nd son to his big brother. They also share their professional experience with helping new parents navigate introducing new siblings.Resources:Dr. Laura Markham - Aha! Parenting - https://www.ahaparenting.com/Dr. Siggie Cohen - https://drsiggie.com/ Ashley Lingerfelt - Play Time Therapy - https://playtimetherapy.org/ Postpartum Doulas - https://www.northatlantabirth.com/postpartum-doula-services Postpartum Planning Class - https://www.northatlantabirth.com/postpartum-planningEpisode 6: Non-monetary essentials for the postpartumEpisode 7: Building your village for the postpartumEpisode 8: Our favorite things to purchase for the postpartumSupport the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: alignedbirthpodcast@gmail.com Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.

Ep 93: Postpartum support - guest interview what Gigi (postpartum doula) from Ready for Baby

Ep 93: Postpartum support - guest interview what Gigi (postpartum doula) from Ready for Baby

Conversations of a postpartum doula and a perinatal chiropractor. Today’s episode is a wonderful conversation about postpartum support between Dr. Shannon and Gigi a postpartum doula and host of the Ready for Baby podcast. They both agree that reaching the postpartum population can be difficult, and they hope to shed some light on ways you can take care of your nervous system as well as respecting your mind/body/spirit during this vulnerable time. In this episode they chat about:Chiropractic care and nervous system functionMotherhood posture and the stress connectionEmotions and birthMatresence and the transition into motherhood How Dr. Shannon focuses on postpartum chiropracticHow Gigi supports families with postpartum doula careResources:ICPA Nursing posture and its role in sympathetic dominance Aligned Birth Podcast - episode 87 - Maternal Stress and Posture: what's the connection? How to have an Empowered Birth Affirmations and Visualizations for Birth and Postpartum.Belly BindingSupport the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: alignedbirthpodcast@gmail.com Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.

Ep 92: All About Epidurals

Ep 92: All About Epidurals

When preparing for your birth, one thing to consider is pain management support during labor and birth. It comes up a lot in Rachael’s doula work, and discussing in Dr. Shannon’s prenatal chiropractic office as well. This episode is all about education, helping you make informed decisions when it comes to your birth plan and birth preferences. In this episode, we discuss:The pros and cons of epiduralsAlternative easy to manage discomfort/pain/intensity during birth (also check out episode 24: comfort during laborThe procedure of getting the epiduralTips for managing labor with an epidural (did you know you can still move!!)Questions to ask your providerResources:https://evidencebasedbirth.com/epidural-during-labor-pain-management/https://americanpregnancy.org/healthy-pregnancy/labor-and-birth/what-is-an-epidural/https://sarahbuckley.com/epidurals-risks-and-concerns-for-mother-and-baby/Episode 60: The role of pain and hormones during laborSupport the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: alignedbirthpodcast@gmail.com Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.

Ep 91: Interview with Casey McMinn Howard: Atlanta newborn and maternity photographer

Ep 91: Interview with Casey McMinn Howard: Atlanta newborn and maternity photographer

Today’s guest is Casey McMinn Howard, Atlanta’s premier newborn and maternity photographer. She goes above and beyond to help create a space where families feel welcome, comfortable, and at ease with documenting their pregnancy journey. Dr. Shannon and Casey chat about what makes her photography space so unique (she has a beautiful studio in East Cobb and provides hair/makeup and wardrobe), what led her on this specific photography path (she’s a mom to 3 little ones herself), and her goals with her photography sessions (it’s more than just taking pictures). Be sure to follow her on social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caseymcminnphotography/Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/1437243483163313/YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCDjiV6wkkq49BB27qFv2kZQPinterest: https://pin.it/53ojv0nLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/casey-mcminn-howard-574b3989And check out her website for more info:Casey McMinn Photographycaseymcminnphotography.comSupport the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: alignedbirthpodcast@gmail.com Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.

Ep 90: Holding Two Truths

Ep 90: Holding Two Truths

“It helps for us to develop our own inner capacity to hold the things that make us nervous and uncomfortable. It helps for us to prepare our internal ground, so that birth may land upon a nervous system that will not default to fighting, fleeing, or freezing in response to the inevitably strong sensations and monumental transformation.”In this episode Doula Rachael and Dr. Shannon find inspiration from the Pathways to Family Wellness article “Birth Pause” encouraging us to “meet each wave of transformation with grounded flexibility”. There’s empowerment in being able to hold two truths at once even though they may seem to be opposing truths. And birth can definitely be a situation where seemingly opposing truths hold their respective values.Birth can be both:Hard + rewardingPainful + beautifulExhausting + BlissfulPainful + PurposefulFrustrating + FunAnd there can be a resiliency when we learn to hold these truths with a flowing balance as birth unfolds. Support the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: alignedbirthpodcast@gmail.com Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.

Ep 89: Ultramarathons and Birth

Ep 89: Ultramarathons and Birth

Can birth be compared to an ultramarthon - sure! Just ask me, Dr. Shannon. In today’s episode, doula Rachael and I sit down to discuss the unique way I celebrated a recent milestone birthday……running 40 miles for 40 years. Now I am an avid runner, and I’ve used big races to celebrate big life events in the past (like graduating from chiropractic school), but Rachael was able to ask me some questions that will have you seeing the similarities between birth and endurance races like you might not have thought before…….the training and preparation leading up to the race, the pre-race jitters, getting to race day and everything goes awry, pushing through the pain, the mental games we play during races, finally reaching the finish line, and the post-race recovery……We think you’ll be entertained and surprised at some ultramarathon coping mechanisms I used, and maybe you’ll even learn some techniques for any upcoming endurance events you might have. Follow Dr. Shannon on social media at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_shannon_obrien/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrShannonOBrien Support the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: alignedbirthpodcast@gmail.com Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.

Ep 88: 2022 Year In Review

Ep 88: 2022 Year In Review

Let’s celebrate a fantastic year of podcasting for the Aligned Birth Podcast!! Doula Rachael and Dr. Shannon chat about their 2022 stats including: 5,716 total downloads……..12 guest interviews……..and the top episodes of all time. They also mention their top 3 favorite episodes of 2022 and give a little insight into why those are their favorites. They have each learned so much from this podcast journey. From the fact that teamwork makes the dreamwork, to stepping out of their comfort zones, to the realization that success doesn’t happen overnight, but that each step forward brings them so much closer to reaching more and more expectant families…….it’s been a year. And they can’t wait for what’s in store for 2023. Support the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: alignedbirthpodcast@gmail.com Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.

Ep 87: Maternal Stress and Posture - what's the connection?

Ep 87: Maternal Stress and Posture - what's the connection?

Rebroadcast of episode 31:As a chiropractor and doula, we spend a lot of time with expecting and newly postpartum mothers. There is a ton of information you need and want to know about preparing for nursing. In this episode, we are going to talk about nursing posture. Nursing posture is just one component (of many) to learn more about and to bring awareness to during this time. In this episode we discuss:The importance of posture while nursingOur personal experiences with posture issues after giving birth and in those first couple of years after giving birth.Helpful tips for feeding sessions (pumping or chest/breastfeeding)Nursing positionsNursing pillowsStretches to help relieve and reduce tension in the chest, neck, shoulders, and back.Chiropractic care to relieve and reduce aches and pains and address nervous system functionResources mentioned in the episode:Nursing Posture and its Role in Sympathetic Dominance Support the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: alignedbirthpodcast@gmail.com Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.

Ep 86: Important Things to Consider When Choosing Your Care Provider

Ep 86: Important Things to Consider When Choosing Your Care Provider

How you feel about your birthing experience is important, and a big part of how you feel about your birth relates to how you feel about your care provider. In this episode, we’re discussing some ways to reverse engineer the thought process by beginning with the desired end result and working backward toward choosing a care provider. The process involves tapping into your thoughts, feelings, emotions, and intuition, as well as learning about the different places to birth, and ultimately figuring out if you are in true alignment with whomever you choose as a care provider. This episode will share with you the differences between a midwife and an obstetrician as well as the difference between places they support birth. Then we dive into how to choose a care provider including questions to ask and red flags to look for. Listen to Episode # 3: Building Your Birth Support Team Check out the blog over on Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness where Dr. Shannon shares some great tips: "Creating Your Birth Support Team"Check out Your Birth Site Rachael’s Video: “6 Red Flags to Look For + Questions to Ask Your Care Provider”Support the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: alignedbirthpodcast@gmail.com Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.

Ep 85: Visualization Techniques for Birth and Life

Ep 85: Visualization Techniques for Birth and Life

Rebroadcast of Episode 29:Creating a vision board is fun, creative, and beneficial in helping you create your goals for your life, your work, and even your birth. In this episode, we discuss:Dr. Shannon’s vision board events (past and present)What is a vision board?Why do people create vision boards?How to create a vision board? Hint, there is no right or wrong way!The benefits of implementing visualization and manifestation for the things you wantHow creating a vision board for your birth can be beneficial.This podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more. We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey. We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything! If you like what you are hearing and you don’t want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Support the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: alignedbirthpodcast@gmail.com Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.