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Holy Confident Birth | Catholic Natural Birth + Holistic Motherhood

Eve O'Brien

38 episodes

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In this episode, Emma Radatovich shares her 3.5-year journey through infertility, from the heartbreak of unanswered prayers to the joy of her current pregnancy. We talk about how charting with Creighton revealed deeper hormone issues, how NaPro and functional medicine worked together to uncover root causes like endometriosis and gut infections, and how God used this season to grow her faith and shape her calling. Emma also opens up about what not to say to someone struggling to conceive, the ...

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In this episode, Emma Radatovich shares her 3.5-year journey through infertility, from the heartbreak of unanswered prayers to the joy of her current pregnancy. We talk about how charting with Creighton revealed deeper hormone issues, how NaPro and functional medicine worked together to uncover root causes like endometriosis and gut infections, and how God used this season to grow her faith and shape her calling. Emma also opens up about what not to say to someone struggling to conceive, the ...

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Episodes (20/38)

Holy Confident Birth | Catholic Natural Birth + Holistic Motherhood

Early Motherhood Lessons I Wish I Knew Sooner | Ep. 30

In today’s episode, I’m sharing all the honest, heartfelt advice I wish someone had told me before I became a mother. From the messy, miraculous postpartum days to the ways birth impacts how we mother, I’m unpacking everything I’ve learned in my two and a half years of motherhood. Here’s what we’ll cover: Why postpartum is just as important as birth and how to honor itThe 5-5-5 rule for postpartum healing and bondingHow to prepare your home and heart for those tender first weeksBreastfeeding ...

3 days ago

25 minutes

Holy Confident Birth | Catholic Natural Birth + Holistic Motherhood

A Catholic Mom’s Guide to Spiritually Preparing for Birth (with Mary Haseltine) | Ep. 29

Today, I’m talking with Mary Haseltine—Catholic mother of eight, doula, and author of Made for This: The Catholic Mom’s Guide to Birth. Her work has been such a gift to countless women who long to see birth not as a medical event but as something deeply tied to our faith, our design, and the beautiful mystery of bringing new life into the world. In this episode, Mary shares how her own birth experiences led her into birth work and ultimately to write Made for This. We talk about the theology ...

1 week ago

51 minutes

Holy Confident Birth | Catholic Natural Birth + Holistic Motherhood

My Home Birth Story of Shiloh Ignatius (Almost Gave Birth On The Sidewalk!) | Ep. 28

Free guide mentioned at the start of the episode: ⁠FREE LABOR POSITIONS GUIDE⁠⁠ This was my second birth and was nothing like my first. It was absolutely wild and beautiful in a way that caught me off guard. In this episode, I’m walking you through what labor looked like for me this time, what I wish I had done differently, and how God met me in those wild early morning hours. We cover: My experience of prodromal labor while displaced from our home due to a hurricane What helped me cope th...

2 weeks ago

34 minutes

Holy Confident Birth | Catholic Natural Birth + Holistic Motherhood

How to Actually Give Birth Without an Epidural (Tips From a Labor & Delivery Nurse + Doula) | Ep. 27

You want to give birth without an epidural—but how do you actually get there? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on exactly what I would do if I were preparing for a natural, unmedicated birth starting today. As a former L&D nurse, doula, and mom who’s been on both sides of the bed (so to speak), I’ve seen what works, what doesn’t, and what absolutely matters when it comes to preparing for a natural birth. Whether you’re a first-time mom or just wanting a different experien...

3 weeks ago

20 minutes

Holy Confident Birth | Catholic Natural Birth + Holistic Motherhood

Your First Birth Is Not a Trial Run (w/ Shelby Ribolin) — Home Birth, Shoulder Dystocia, and Trusting God | Ep. 26

Is it really “too risky” to plan a home birth as a first-time mom? Should your first birth be treated like a trial run? In today’s episode, I’m joined by Shelby Ribolin—a Catholic wife, mama, and new doula—who shares her powerful home birth story. Shelby didn’t follow the typical first-time mom path. She trusted her instincts, listened to the Lord, and chose a birth team that honored her desires. And when her baby’s shoulder got stuck during birth, her midwife acted calmly and confidently, ...

1 month ago

1 hour 10 minutes

Holy Confident Birth | Catholic Natural Birth + Holistic Motherhood

The 3 Mindsets That Quietly Sabotage a Natural Birth (And How to Replace Them with Truth) | Ep. 25

You can do all the prep—read the books, take the course, memorize every labor position—and still find yourself in a birth that doesn’t feel like yours. It’s not always because you didn’t try hard enough or know enough. Sometimes, it’s what you believe deep down that shapes your birth more than anything else. In this episode, I’m walking you through three sneaky mindsets that have the power to sabotage your natural birth—without you even realizing it. And I’m not just talking about surface-lev...

1 month ago

25 minutes

Holy Confident Birth | Catholic Natural Birth + Holistic Motherhood

What Every Christian Woman Deserves to Know Before Giving Birth | Ep. 24

Easter Tuesday is a really special day around here—and not just because it’s my favorite liturgical season or the anniversary of my confirmation at the Easter Vigil. It’s also the day my daughter Avila was born… three years ago. And today, on Easter Tuesday 2025, I’m celebrating another kind of birth: the launch of the brand new, completely rebuilt Holy Confident Birth Course. This isn’t just a sales announcement (don’t worry—I still brought the truth and encouragement). In this episode, I’...

1 month ago

17 minutes

Holy Confident Birth | Catholic Natural Birth + Holistic Motherhood

The Pros and Cons of Epidurals (That No One Tells You) | Ep. 23

You've heard of epidurals—but have you really heard the whole story? In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on one of the most common interventions in modern birth: the epidural. As a former L&D nurse and now doula and educator, I’ve seen both the relief epidurals can bring and the hidden risks that often get brushed aside. Whether you're planning a natural birth or still unsure where you stand, you deserve to make that decision fully informed—not pressured, not in the moment, not ...

1 month ago

30 minutes

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What No One’s Saying About Home Birth, Sisterhood, and the Spiritual War on Women’s Intuition (w/ Megan Wells) | Ep. 22

What if your desire for a peaceful, faith-aligned birth isn’t just personal—but part of something deeper and more countercultural than you realized? In this episode, I’m joined by Catholic wife and mama Megan Wells, and we’re diving into way more than just birth stories. From her hospital induction to an unexpected unassisted breech home birth, Meg shares how her perspective on womanhood, sisterhood, and the spiritual battle around birth completely changed. We talk about: Meg's birth stor...

1 month ago

1 hour 19 minutes

Holy Confident Birth | Catholic Natural Birth + Holistic Motherhood

Why Birth Changed Forever After the Industrial Revolution (And What It Cost Us) | Ep. 21

Ever wonder why birth in America feels so rushed? Or why it so often seems like the hospital just wants to “get you delivered” and move on? In this chatty, slightly historical episode, I dig into the deeper roots of modern birth culture — and how ideas like Marxism and the industrial revolution quietly shaped the system we now call “normal.” This isn’t just about hospital policies or rising C-section rates. It’s about the worldview that sees mothers as inefficient, pain as something to medica...

2 months ago

24 minutes

Holy Confident Birth | Catholic Natural Birth + Holistic Motherhood

Why This Former Nurse Chose an Unassisted Home Birth (w/ Margo Valentine) | Ep. 20

DISCLAIMER: In this episode, Freebirth Society was briefly mentioned by my lovely guest, and I do want to clarify that I am not in any way affiliated with FBS nor do I agree with what they teach. This episode is also not intended to reflect my own beliefs and the nuance surrounding the choice to freebirth- in the future I may make a follow up episode going in more depth on this topic! Now that that is cleared up, let's get into the details of this episode! Margo Valentine is a former nurse,...

2 months ago

1 hour 6 minutes

Holy Confident Birth | Catholic Natural Birth + Holistic Motherhood

The Truth About the Medical Birth System (w/ Dr. Stu Fischbein) | Ep. 19

What if the system you trust to keep you safe in birth is actually the biggest threat to your autonomy? In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Dr. Stu Fischbein, a home birth OB who spent decades inside the hospital system before leaving to support women outside of it. We dive into why the modern medical model of birth is broken, how cognitive dissonance keeps doctors stuck, and why so many interventions are based on outdated or misleading research. We also talk about: The shocking tru...

3 months ago

57 minutes

Holy Confident Birth | Catholic Natural Birth + Holistic Motherhood

What I Did Differently for a Healthier, Peace-Filled Pregnancy | Ep. 18

A lot of women walk into pregnancy expecting to feel miserable—sick, exhausted, swollen, uncomfortable. But what if that isn’t inevitable? In this episode, I’m sharing the key things I did to support my body and actually enjoy pregnancy. From nourishing food choices to mindset shifts to simple daily habits that made a huge difference, we’re talking about what helped me feel strong, energized, and at peace as I grew my second baby. Because pregnancy isn’t something to just get through—it’s som...

3 months ago

18 minutes

Holy Confident Birth | Catholic Natural Birth + Holistic Motherhood

Your Step-by-Step Guide to a Positive Natural Hospital Birth | Ep. 17

Hospital births aren't always the most supportive for natural birth, but sometimes it's the only option. Whether it's due to medical reasons, finances, or personal preference, you still deserve an amazing birth experience. Here are some practical tips and hospital HACKS I've learned as a labor and delivery nurse and doula to help you achieve that. Resources: 🕊️ FREE LABOR POSITIONS GUIDE: https://holyconfidentbirth.myflodesk.com/labor-positions-guide 🕊️ THE HOLY CONFIDENT BIRTH COURSE WAITL...

3 months ago

19 minutes

Holy Confident Birth | Catholic Natural Birth + Holistic Motherhood

Why I’ve Been Quiet (and What’s Coming Next) | Ep. 16

In today's episode, I'm excited to relaunch this podcast after quite a hiatus. You'll hear about my transformative birth experiences, the creation (and upcoming overhaul) of my Holy Confident Birth Course, and a sneak peek into my life updates. From my pause off Instagram to the joys and challenges of adding baby Shiloh to the family, there's a lot to catch you up on. Plus, I'll share how I'm diving into YouTube for more educational content and what you can expect in 2025. So grab a coffee, g...

3 months ago

20 minutes

Holy Confident Birth | Catholic Natural Birth + Holistic Motherhood

How to Support Your Hormones Through Preconception, Pregnancy & Postpartum (w/ Ginny Noce) | Ep. 15

Join me this week as I sit down with Ginny from The Women's Health RN. Hormones play a pivotal role in our overall well-being, from regulating our mood to influencing our energy levels and reproductive health. Many women are shuffled from doctor to doctor or put on birth control as a band-aid solution for their symptoms. Even for those who haven't lived this out, many women don't understand the importance of nutrition as it related to reproductive health or where to start. Through her experti...

4 months ago

1 hour 1 minute

Holy Confident Birth | Catholic Natural Birth + Holistic Motherhood

God’s Design for Femininity and Pain-Free Birth (w/ Karen from Pain-Free Birth) | Ep. 14

In this episode, I am joined by Karen Welton, known as Pain-Free Birth. We discuss how you can transform your birth experience through faith, what femininity and surrender look like in birth, and talk about Karen’s personal birth stories. This episode is a must-listen and I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to sit down and have this conversation with Karen. Links Mentioned: FREE Mini Birth Course: A free one-hour training on how to unlock your best birth experience! Holy...

9 months ago

56 minutes

Holy Confident Birth | Catholic Natural Birth + Holistic Motherhood

Are Vaginal Exams Actually Necessary During Labor? | Ep. 13

Today we talk all about vaginal/cervical exams and when they may be helpful vs. when they might put you at risk. We also talk about the term “failure to progress” and something called Friedman’s Curve! And how to advocate for less checks in labor! Resources: 🕊️ FREE LABOR POSITIONS GUIDE: https://holyconfidentbirth.myflodesk.com/labor-positions-guide 🕊️ THE HOLY CONFIDENT BIRTH COURSE WAITLIST: https://holyconfidentbirth.myflodesk.com/waitlist 🧺 SHOP MY MOTHERHOOD FAVES: https://holyconfident...

1 year ago

31 minutes

Holy Confident Birth | Catholic Natural Birth + Holistic Motherhood

Best and Worst Pushing Positions for Birth: What to Do (and Avoid) | Ep. 12

Giving birth flat on your back is known to be one of the riskiest positions to push out a baby in, yet over 90 percent of US women are currently birthing this way. Let's discuss the reasons and research, and how you can advocate for better! Resources: 🕊️ FREE LABOR POSITIONS GUIDE: https://holyconfidentbirth.myflodesk.com/labor-positions-guide 🕊️ THE HOLY CONFIDENT BIRTH COURSE WAITLIST: https://holyconfidentbirth.myflodesk.com/waitlist 🧺 SHOP MY MOTHERHOOD FAVES: https://holyconfidentbir...

1 year ago

33 minutes

Holy Confident Birth | Catholic Natural Birth + Holistic Motherhood

Can You Eat and Drink During Labor? The History, Research, and What’s Best for You | Ep. 11

In this episode, we are going to delve into the practice of withholding food and drink during labor. I aim to empower you with evidence-based insights to make informed choices for your birth experience as it relates to this intervention. It's time to challenge the outdated beliefs surrounding this practice. Contrary to popular misconceptions, medical evidence overwhelmingly supports the idea that nourishment during labor can have a positive impact on the birthing process. Let’s uncover the re...

1 year ago

29 minutes