Welcome to Metro Detroit Birth Stories , a podcast celebrating the strength, wisdom, and beauty of birth—one story at a time. I’m Exie, a birth doula and childbirth educator with years of experience guiding families through pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. In this space, you’ll hear real, powerful birth stories from Metro Detroit and beyond, along with thoughtful conversations on the journey into parenthood. Whether you're expecting, a birth worker, or someone who loves the magic of birth,…
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Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Metro Detroit Birth Stories , my friend Erica shares the story of welcoming her middle child—the only one she carried herself—into a family built through both adoption and a deeply desired, long-awaited pregnancy. With pre-existing reproductive health concerns, Erica and her care team thoughtfully planned a cesarean birth. She reflects on what it was like to…
Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and vulnerable episode of Metro Detroit Birth Stories, my friend and former client shares her family’s unexpected NICU journey after the birth of her baby. What began as a hopeful birth experience quickly shifted into unfamiliar territory, bringing fear, uncertainty, and moments no parent ever anticipates. Ashley and Kevin talk honestly about the physical and…
Send us Fan Mail In this encore episode, Ciana and I revisit our second births… both inductions, both unforgettable, and both full of twists. I share how my own induction turned into a deeply healing experience, while Ciana opens up about her “failed induction” that led to her signing out AMA, heading home for the night, and still going on to have a powerful, spontaneous vaginal birth with her…
Send us Fan Mail I’ve loved sharing birth stories with you, and so many of you have been curious about mine. So for this episode, I’m bringing a special throwback from the earlier version of this podcast, when my co-host Ciana and I sat down to share our first birth stories. We were young, naive, and did the best we could with what we knew (or didn't know!). Join us as we laughingly reflect on the…
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Metro Detroit Birth Stories, you will hear Trishna's story. Despite a strong familial background in the medical field, Trishna and her husband, Tom, embarked on a journey of curiosity that led them from planning a hospital birth to welcoming their baby at home. Listen to her explain how they navigated challenges with flexibility and intention to have an…
Send us Fan Mail In this beautiful episode of Metro Detroit Birth Stories, Lauren shares the story of welcoming her daughter, her first child, and the final piece of her and her husband’s blended family. Unsure of how to begin planning for birth, Lauren found guidance and inspiration through a surprising connection with a previous guest, Elise, whose prenatal yoga classes opened the door to a…
Send us Fan Mail ⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of obstetric trauma, postpartum hemorrhage, and infant illness. Please take care while listening and pause if needed. While the episode ends on a very positive and hopeful note—with both Elise and her children doing well—it may still bring up sensitive emotions for some listeners. In this deeply personal and empowering…
Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring inaugural episode of Metro Detroit Birth Stories , Kristi shares her journey through two very different births—one that was almost what she hoped for, and one that was her dream, redemptive birth experience. Despite facing similar medical complications during her second pregnancy, Kristi was able to create a supportive care team, advocate for herself, and achieve…
Send us Fan Mail New Intro and Outro Still to come : It’s been a journey! In the last several years, I launched Doula2Doula during the pandemic became a CBI trainer, navigated some major life changes, and finally decided to shift this podcast into a new format—this episode is all about growth, change, and what’s ahead. I’m sharing the highlights from the past few years—like my son’s wedding, the…
Send us Fan Mail It's been a minute since you've heard from us. This brief episode will catch you up on what's coming. I can't wait to hear what you think, so please message me on IG or email me. Tranquil Touch Birth & Women's Wellness Birth support services helping clients feel supported, cared for and confident about birth. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase,…