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The Mindful Womb Podcast

The Mindful Womb podcast will help you apply the principles of mindfulness, science, and the sacred womb so you can feel less stressed and easily welcome your changing reality (and body) through life’s transitions like conception, pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and parenthood.


Host Clara O’Rourke (she/her), certified doula and childbirth educator, brings you actionable strategies, mindfulness tips, pregnancy and birth facts, authentic truths, and inspirational stories that can help you harness your inner power, embrace personal growth, and become the best version of yourself as you grow your family. 



Personal Growth Spirituality Parenting Kids & Family Mindfulness
Update frequency
every 7 days
Average duration
43 minutes
Episodes
99
Years Active
2023 - 2025
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78: A Healthy Baby Is the Bare Minimum: Reframing Your Birth Goals

78: A Healthy Baby Is the Bare Minimum: Reframing Your Birth Goals

When discussing birth, we often hear the phrase, “As long as the baby is healthy, that’s all that matters.” While this sentiment comes from a place of love, it can unintentionally dismiss the emotion…

00:26:33  |   Tue 25 Feb 2025
77: BIRTH STORY: Pain-Free Birth Through Storytelling and Presence - with Dr. Porntip Israsena Twishime

77: BIRTH STORY: Pain-Free Birth Through Storytelling and Presence - with Dr. Porntip Israsena Twishime

Want to learn how to prepare for a pain free birth? Today we are joined by Dr. Porntip Israsena Twishime who shares what led to hear painless birth experiences. 

Tune in to learn:
✔ The impact fear-bas…

00:52:44  |   Tue 18 Feb 2025
76: Holistic Healing: Homeopathy for Pregnancy, Birth, and Beyond - with Sapna Devi

76: Holistic Healing: Homeopathy for Pregnancy, Birth, and Beyond - with Sapna Devi

Today, I’m joined by seasoned homeopath Sapna Devi for a deep dive into the world of homeopathy—an ancient healing practice that offers a gentle, non-invasive approach to wellness. Whether you're new…

01:13:48  |   Tue 11 Feb 2025
75: Your Birth, Your Way: Taking Back Control of Your Birth Experience

75: Your Birth, Your Way: Taking Back Control of Your Birth Experience

Have you ever felt like birth is something that “just happens to you”? That decisions about your body and baby are made without your full understanding or involvement?

In this episodeb we challenge th…

00:28:14  |   Tue 04 Feb 2025
74: How to Have an Empowering VBAC - with Carmen Rocha

74: How to Have an Empowering VBAC - with Carmen Rocha

If you’ve ever felt like your birth options are limited after a cesarean, this episode will change the narrative. VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean) isn’t just a possibility—it’s an empowering oppor…

00:50:16  |   Tue 28 Jan 2025
73: Birth as a Shamanic Journey: Navigating the Transformative Path to Parenthood

73: Birth as a Shamanic Journey: Navigating the Transformative Path to Parenthood

Have you ever considered that birth is more than just a physical process? It’s a rite of passage, a journey that transforms not only your life but also your very sense of self. In this episode, I inv…

00:32:10  |   Tue 21 Jan 2025
72: Healing Womb Trauma Through Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy - with Bertha Elena

72: Healing Womb Trauma Through Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy - with Bertha Elena

In this episode, I’m joined by Bertha Elena, a compassionate advocate and trailblazer in the field of psychedelic-assisted therapy. Together, we explore how this emerging modality can help address wo…

00:51:42  |   Tue 14 Jan 2025
71: What No One Tells You About Birth: Breaking Through the Myths

71: What No One Tells You About Birth: Breaking Through the Myths

When you think about childbirth, what comes to mind? Chaotic hospital scenes? Screams of agony? Hollywood has shaped much of the collective imagery surrounding birth—but what if there’s a better, mor…

00:28:08  |   Tue 07 Jan 2025
70: How to Love Your Changing Body: A Mindful Approach to Movement During Pregnancy and Beyond- with Simi Botic

70: How to Love Your Changing Body: A Mindful Approach to Movement During Pregnancy and Beyond- with Simi Botic

What if you could replace the pressure to “bounce back” after pregnancy with a compassionate, body-positive approach to movement?

In this episode, we’re joined by Simi Botic, a former corporate health…

00:58:39  |   Mon 23 Dec 2024
69: 3 Facts About Hospital Policies That Will Change How You Birth - With Colette Wagholikar

69: 3 Facts About Hospital Policies That Will Change How You Birth - With Colette Wagholikar

Navigating hospital policies during birth can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode of The Mindful Womb Podcast, I sit down with Colette Wagholikar (she/her)—a labor and deliv…

00:55:55  |   Tue 17 Dec 2024
68: The Ultimate Baby Registry Checklist: What You Really Need

68: The Ultimate Baby Registry Checklist: What You Really Need

We all know how tempting it is to load up our registries with cute outfits, high-tech gadgets, and the latest must-have baby items. But here's the thing: the true essentials are often overlooked—thos…

00:21:40  |   Tue 10 Dec 2024
67: Preparing for an Empowering Birth After a High-Risk Diagnosis - with Amber Matteson

67: Preparing for an Empowering Birth After a High-Risk Diagnosis - with Amber Matteson

Pregnancy is often celebrated as a magical time, but for some, being labeled “high-risk” can bring uncertainty and fear. In this episode, I’m joined by Amber Matteson (she/they), a highly experienced…

01:01:24  |   Tue 03 Dec 2024
66: Managing Morning Sickness: 10 Effective Natural Remedies for Pregnancy

66: Managing Morning Sickness: 10 Effective Natural Remedies for Pregnancy

Tired of experiencing nausea during prengnacy? We are reviewing 10 effective remedies that can reduce or eliminate morning sickness or nausea during pregnancy. 

About 80% of pregnant people experience…

00:22:03  |   Tue 26 Nov 2024
65: How to Gently Build Healthy Sleep Habits With Your Baby - with Marisa Rodriguez

65: How to Gently Build Healthy Sleep Habits With Your Baby - with Marisa Rodriguez

Newborn and sleep specialist Marisa Rodriquez shares strategies to promote healthy sleep habits. 

In this episode, we dive into the following:

  • Gentle ways to build healthy sleep patterns with your baby
00:56:53  |   Tue 19 Nov 2024
64: The 5 Things That Slow Down Labor And What To Do About Them

64: The 5 Things That Slow Down Labor And What To Do About Them

Does the evidence show perineal massage is effective at preventing tearing? We are going to review the research and share if it’s worth it to spend time to do perineal massage to reduce tearing.


In th…

00:28:09  |   Tue 12 Nov 2024
63: How to Create A Baby Registry That Actually Supports You - with Kaitlin McGreyes of BeHerVIllage

63: How to Create A Baby Registry That Actually Supports You - with Kaitlin McGreyes of BeHerVIllage

What so you need on your registry that will leave you feeling prepared for your newborn? Today we are joined be Kaitlin McGreyes, founder of BeHerVillage who is changing the narrative about how we pr…

00:56:35  |   Tue 05 Nov 2024
62: Perineal Massage During Pregnancy: Does It Really Help Prevent Tearing During Labor?

62: Perineal Massage During Pregnancy: Does It Really Help Prevent Tearing During Labor?

Does the evidence show perineal massage is effective at preventing tearing? We are going to review the research and share if it’s worth it to spend time to do perineal massage to reduce tearing.

In th…

00:33:20  |   Tue 29 Oct 2024
61: How Reiki and Shadow Work Enhance Fertility - with Carolina Sotomayor

61: How Reiki and Shadow Work Enhance Fertility - with Carolina Sotomayor

Energy blockages can impact your ability to conceive. Carolina Sotomayor shares how reiki healing can complement fertiliy treatments to heal the womb and conceive more easily.

In this episode, we dive…

00:52:55  |   Tue 22 Oct 2024
60: How to Prepare for Labor Without Getting Overwhelmed: A Step-by-Step Guide for Expectant Parents

60: How to Prepare for Labor Without Getting Overwhelmed: A Step-by-Step Guide for Expectant Parents

Feeling Overwhelmed with Birth Prep? You’re Not Alone!

Preparing for birth can feel like an avalanche of information—books, videos, classes, social media, and unsolicited advice seem to come from all …

00:23:53  |   Tue 15 Oct 2024
59: The Art of Receiving: Danielle’s Fertility Journey and Beautiful Belly Birth

59: The Art of Receiving: Danielle’s Fertility Journey and Beautiful Belly Birth

From IVF, to connecting with an egg donor, to dealing with challenges in pregnancy, Danielle shares the ups and downs of her journey of concieving her daughter at age 45. She offers amazing insights …

01:19:45  |   Tue 08 Oct 2024
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