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Beyond The Birth Story

Alexa Conlon
23 episodes   Last Updated: May 14, 25

Here, we share the real and raw moments of healing as we navigate losing what many of us have dreamt a lifetime about, embrace strength, and find that hope again while learning to live after loss. Join your host, Alexa, on Beyond the Birth Story Podcast each week as we unpack [birth] trauma, grief, healing, trying to conceive, infertility, pregnancy and share the truths of motherhood. You’ll get to hear from experts in the field as well as those who have experienced the above. Join the Beyond the Birth Story’s community on instagram @beyondthebirthstorypodcast

Episodes

In this heart-opening episode, we sit down with Dr. Alyssa Clarkson, a family-focused chiropractor with a passion for supporting moms and their little ones—right from the womb and into early life. We explore how chiropractic care can help align not just the spine, but the entire journey of motherhood and infancy.Tune in for a grounded, compassionate look at how aligning the body can help align the bond between mother and child—right from the start.Resources & Links mentioned during this episode:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dralyssaclarkson?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Clinic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sublimehealthchiro?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Clinic Website: https://www.sublimehealth.ca/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafTBI0xqEhk-_Skvj-GR6FCXFGIq-iNjHZ85oCmt8pzGByTvClCJQHNBqj4Jg_aem_IWVXeb8zOu7qPptavnSevQClinic Phone Number: (587) 855-1176Have feedback on this episode? Send us a text & let us know! We love to hear from you!Join the community, come say hi or let us know if you would like to share your journey with us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthebirthstorypodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/cSDMzSZHkqqea5Wm/?mibextid=wwXIfrEmail: beyondthebirthstory@gmail.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/beyondthebirthstoryTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beyond.the.birth?_t=8scp2hiyJPh&_r=1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondtheBirthStoryPodcast
Pregnancy after stillbirth is a journey few talk about—but for those who walk it, the experience is anything but simple. In this episode, we speak with Tiffany Paltauf who faced the unimaginable loss of a baby and found the courage to hope again. With raw honesty, they share the emotional landscape of grief, anxiety, and love that shapes each moment of a subsequent pregnancy. We discuss the supports that matter and the things no one tells you. This conversation is for anyone living in the space between heartbreak and healing—and for those who support them.Resources & Links mentioned during this episode:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatvegancowgirl/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thatvegancowgirlYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=tiffany+paltaufHave feedback on this episode? Send us a text & let us know! We love to hear from you!Join the community, come say hi or let us know if you would like to share your journey with us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthebirthstorypodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/cSDMzSZHkqqea5Wm/?mibextid=wwXIfrEmail: beyondthebirthstory@gmail.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/beyondthebirthstoryTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beyond.the.birth?_t=8scp2hiyJPh&_r=1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondtheBirthStoryPodcast
Bereaved Mother's Day - Grief after baby loss is a love story with no ending. In this deeply personal episode, we explore the many layers of grief—how it changes over time, how it’s held in the body, and how it’s shaped by the love we carry. Through honest conversation with Jer from Death Ed, we shine a light on the loneliness, the anger, the longing, and the resilience that often go unseen. Whether you’re grieving, supporting someone who is, or working in care spaces, this episode offers connection, compassion, and the reminder that grief is not a problem to fix—but a bond to honour.Resources & Links mentioned during this episode:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deathed.ca?igsh=MWlvbXFwNHBpZXh5Have feedback on this episode? Send us a text & let us know! We love to hear from you!Join the community, come say hi or let us know if you would like to share your journey with us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthebirthstorypodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/cSDMzSZHkqqea5Wm/?mibextid=wwXIfrEmail: beyondthebirthstory@gmail.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/beyondthebirthstoryTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beyond.the.birth?_t=8scp2hiyJPh&_r=1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondtheBirthStoryPodcast
In this powerful episode, we dive into the often unspoken challenges of maternal mental health. From postpartum depression and anxiety to the invisible weight of societal expectations, we explore what it truly means to care for a mother’s emotional well-being. Joined by Ashley Waterman, RN, BSN, BSc. *Women’s Health *Pregnancy & Postpartum Corrective Exercise (PCES) *Mental Health (CC-PMH), we uncover the truths, break the stigma, and highlight the importance of compassionate, informed support. Whether you're a parent, partner, or health professional, this episode offers vital insight into how we can better show up for the moms in our lives—and for ourselves.Resources & Links mentioned during this episode:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pelvichygge?igsh=MWc3eXZqbmppazVyeA==https://www.instagram.com/pelvichygge?igsh=MWc3eXZqbmppazVyeA==Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/14ktdw4m8L/?mibextid=wwXIfrhttps://www.facebook.com/share/14ktdw4m8L/?mibextid=wwXIfrHave feedback on this episode? Send us a text & let us know! We love to hear from you!Join the community, come say hi or let us know if you would like to share your journey with us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthebirthstorypodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/cSDMzSZHkqqea5Wm/?mibextid=wwXIfrEmail: beyondthebirthstory@gmail.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/beyondthebirthstoryTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beyond.the.birth?_t=8scp2hiyJPh&_r=1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondtheBirthStoryPodcast
Pelvic health is about so much more than just doing your Kegels—and yet, it’s one of the most misunderstood and under-discussed aspects of wellness, especially for women and birthing people. In this episode, we sit down with Ashley Waterman, RN, BSN, BSc. *Women’s Health *Pregnancy & Postpartum Corrective Exercise (PCES) *Mental Health (CC-PMH) to unpack the role of the pelvic floor through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and beyond. From incontinence and prolapse to painful intimacy and core recovery, we explore what’s normal, what’s not, and how to access real support. Whether you’re preparing for birth, healing after loss, or simply want to understand your body better, this conversation is a must-listen.Resources & Links mentioned during this episode:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pelvichygge?igsh=MWc3eXZqbmppazVyeA==https://www.instagram.com/pelvichygge?igsh=MWc3eXZqbmppazVyeA==Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/14ktdw4m8L/?mibextid=wwXIfrhttps://www.facebook.com/share/14ktdw4m8L/?mibextid=wwXIfrHave feedback on this episode? Send us a text & let us know! We love to hear from you!Join the community, come say hi or let us know if you would like to share your journey with us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthebirthstorypodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/cSDMzSZHkqqea5Wm/?mibextid=wwXIfrEmail: beyondthebirthstory@gmail.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/beyondthebirthstoryTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beyond.the.birth?_t=8scp2hiyJPh&_r=1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondtheBirthStoryPodcast
In this episode, Janine shares her infertility journey. In honour of International Infertility Awareness Week, we dive deep into the emotional and physical rollercoaster of IVF (in vitro fertilization). Whether you're just starting your fertility journey or have already gone through multiple cycles, this conversation is for you. We’ll explore the challenges, the triumphs, and the personal stories that shape the IVF experience.From navigating the stress of medical procedures to the deep emotional impact it has on relationships and mental health, we talk openly about the highs and lows that come with trying to build a family through IVF. Janine has walked this path, offering valuable insight, advice, and hope for others facing similar struggles.Tune in for a candid discussion about the resilience, determination, and strength it takes to pursue parenthood through IVF. Whether you’re looking for support, connection, or simply understanding, this episode is here to remind you that you are not alone.Have feedback on this episode? Send us a text & let us know! We love to hear from you!Join the community, come say hi or let us know if you would like to share your journey with us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthebirthstorypodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/cSDMzSZHkqqea5Wm/?mibextid=wwXIfrEmail: beyondthebirthstory@gmail.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/beyondthebirthstoryTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beyond.the.birth?_t=8scp2hiyJPh&_r=1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondtheBirthStoryPodcast
In this episode, Brittney, Founder of Rise and Root Maternity and childbirth educator, dives into preparing for pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Resources & Links mentioned during this episodeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/riseandrootmaternity?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Website: https://riseandrootmaternity.ca/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafMonp01Co34JBa6IZ9TCv5Eh0eDW6xIlRW8A2fmsEbJm74QR-cRvTBnYdpIQ_aem_yerqGDTApwrJh1bOxaaniwLinktree: https://linktr.ee/riseandrootmaternity?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaeWhVzebvy4ccTHGbVcp--93F28VjBrS6m6irEqevPhcpsYnR_PiaVFhVjZCg_aem_yZ8ZI_tndOBcn0mV0bXpMwDownload Meditation: https://riseandrootmaternity.thrivecart.com/fear-clearing-meditation/ Have feedback on this episode? Send us a text & let us know! We love to hear from you!Join the community, come say hi or let us know if you would like to share your journey with us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthebirthstorypodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/cSDMzSZHkqqea5Wm/?mibextid=wwXIfrEmail: beyondthebirthstory@gmail.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/beyondthebirthstoryTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beyond.the.birth?_t=8scp2hiyJPh&_r=1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondtheBirthStoryPodcast
In this episode, Kristy shares her unexpected experience delivering breech twins, naturally. Have feedback on this episode? Send us a text & let us know! We love to hear from you!Join the community, come say hi or let us know if you would like to share your journey with us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthebirthstorypodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/cSDMzSZHkqqea5Wm/?mibextid=wwXIfrEmail: beyondthebirthstory@gmail.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/beyondthebirthstoryTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beyond.the.birth?_t=8scp2hiyJPh&_r=1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondtheBirthStoryPodcast
In this episode Julia & Maria, founders of Hyperemesis Gravidarum Canada, raise awareness of HG in Canada and empower those affected by HG with resources and understanding including their own experiences.Resources & Links mentioned during this episodeHER Foundation: https://www.hyperemesis.org/Instagram HER Foundation Website: https://www.instagram.com/hg.canada?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/158EFZq1i6/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13114849/Have feedback on this episode? Send us a text & let us know! We love to hear from you!Join the community, come say hi or let us know if you would like to share your journey with us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthebirthstorypodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/cSDMzSZHkqqea5Wm/?mibextid=wwXIfrEmail: beyondthebirthstory@gmail.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/beyondthebirthstoryTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beyond.the.birth?_t=8scp2hiyJPh&_r=1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondtheBirthStoryPodcast
In this episode micro preemie and medical mama Nicole, shares her journey of delivering and raising her ex 23 weeker sons. Have feedback on this episode? Send us a text & let us know! We love to hear from you!Join the community, come say hi or let us know if you would like to share your journey with us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthebirthstorypodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/cSDMzSZHkqqea5Wm/?mibextid=wwXIfrEmail: beyondthebirthstory@gmail.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/beyondthebirthstoryTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beyond.the.birth?_t=8scp2hiyJPh&_r=1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondtheBirthStoryPodcast