Sep 1, 2026

On today's episode, Sarah and Charli explore the emotional and clinical realities of becoming pregnant after experiencing pregnancy loss. They discuss how grief and a loss of control can create anxiety, disconnection, and fear in subsequent pregnancies, while emphasizing the importance of...

Aug 18, 2026

On today's episode, Sarah and Charli share an honest look at what it means to balance motherhood with the unpredictable, on-call life of a homebirth midwife. They discuss childcare, supportive partners, sleep deprivation, breastfeeding and pumping, the emotional intensity of birth work, and why protected time off...

Jul 21, 2026

Charli welcomes returning guest (and Hearth and Home client) Regan to explore one of the most meaningful aspects of her birth experiences: postpartum care in the midwifery model. Together they compare hospital and home postpartum experiences, discussing everything from individualized home visits and preventative care...

Jul 7, 2026

In this episode, Sarah and Charli discuss Group B Streptococcus (GBS) in pregnancy, including prevention strategies, probiotic use, and treatment options for families planning a home birth or physiologic birth. They explain what GBS is, why screening matters, and how they support clients before and after a positive GBS...

Jun 23, 2026

In this episode, Sarah and Charli unpack the causes, risks, and screening options for gestational diabetes while addressing common fears and misconceptions surrounding the diagnosis. They explain why screening matters, discuss alternatives to the standard glucose test, and outline how gestational diabetes is managed in...