Rewire For Birth Podcast
Dr. Cindy Tahhan, ND is a naturopathic doctor and birth guardian. This podcast is about rewiring how we think about pregnancy, birth, and postpartum by offering a holistic perspective that empowers you to embrace your journey with confidence and strength.
Each week, we’ll bring you interviews with experts, valuable advice, and birth stories to help you feel prepared and empowered. We’ll dive deep into the transformative experience of bringing new life into the world and explore ways to make your birthing journey truly beautiful.
We firmly believe that through knowledge, community, and holistic practices, we can change the narrative around birth. Let’s eliminate the fear, anxiety, and uncertainty that often accompany the birth process. Join me on this journey and let’s rewire for birth together.
Mom Brain and Birth Uncensored Episodes Hosted By:
Dr. Cindy Tahhan - Naturopathic Doctor, Positive Birth Advocate & Mom of 2
Melissa Horlick - Event Coordinator, Creative Director, Positive Birth Advocate & Mom of 2
Formerly The Birth C.E.O Podcast
Rewire For Birth Podcast
The Power of Embodied Movement in Birth and Motherhood with Mana Mei
Mana Mei is a movement facilitator and somatic healer; in this episode we get to explore the profound connections between embodiment, movement, and the birth experience. Why aren’t we taught how vital embodiment and movement are in labour and birth?
Mana shares her personal journey from being a classically trained dancer to discovering the transformative power of somatic dance and feminine embodiment and how that served her during her birth experiences and in birthing the life she desires.
The conversation delves into Mana's two home birth stories, highlighting how she used movement and inner awareness to navigate labor with trust and presence. We also discuss the importance of balancing feminine and masculine energies, overcoming trauma, and the significant impact of having a regulated and responsive nervous system. Mana also introduces her practice, Mana Movement, and its benefits for physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone preparing for birth, for new parents, and entrepreneurial women looking to birth their creative projects into the world.
After listening to this episode you will have a deeper understanding of:
- Embodiment in Pregnancy and Birth
- Importance of consciously relaxing the body during intense sensations.
- Understanding birth as a natural process; trusting bodily instincts.
- Feminine Embodiment
- Defined as the seamless connection between internal energies and external manifestations.
- Emphasizes balance between masculine structures (riverbanks) and feminine fluidity (water).
- Mana’s Birth Story Insights
- Home births emphasizing trust in one's own body
- The transformative power of embodiment practices during labor.
- How to Reframe Pain During Labor
- Shifting vocabulary from "pain" to "sensation".
- Techniques for relaxation rather than contraction during labor surges.
- Cultural Context on Feminine Energy
- Addressing imbalances by embracing present-moment awareness typical of feminine energy.
- Movement as a Healing Modality Post-Birth – Personal experiences highlighting movement’s role in emotional processing post-childbirth
How to connect with Mana Mei:
Website: www.manamei.com or on Instagram: @manamei_movement
Want to start your journey to rewiring your ‘BODYMIND’ for birth? Download our FREE birth meditation below:
- Free Meditation Guide available at rewireforbirth.com/meditate.
Connect with us on instagram @drcindytahhan and @rewireforbirth
