Birth Story: "Any Woman Who Wants an Unmedicated Birth Absolutely Can" w/Haley Sampson
What does it look like when a pelvic floor physical therapist uses everything she knows — plus the My Essential Birth course — to prepare for her own unmedicated birth? It looks like THIS episode. Haley Sampson is a labor of love kind of mama: she stayed active, did her prep work, went to 41 weeks and 3 days, had her water break, and pushed her baby out using tools, visualization, and a birth partner who showed UP.
Whether you're curious about pelvic floor prep, pushing positions, or what unmedicated contractions actually feel like — Haley gives us all the amazing details. This one will leave you feeling like you can do this too.
Here's What You'll Learn in This Episode:
:47 – She's a pelvic floor PT, a new mama, and proof that the prep works — meet Haley and find out why her perspective on birth is unlike anyone else you'll hear from.
2:08 – Several years as a pelvic floor therapist. So what did she actually do to prepare her own body for birth? The answer might surprise you — and you can start doing it today.
4:34 – A surprise gender, a midwife switch at 25 weeks, and a baby who had zero interest in coming on time — how Haley's pregnancy unfolded and why going past your due date doesn't have to be scary.
8:55 – Her birth partner didn't just "show up" — he studied, practiced, and prepared like it was his job. Find out exactly what he did and how it made all the difference when it counted most.
10:55 – Her daily birth prep routine was next level — we're talking strength training, Pilates, HIIT, perineal stretching, wall squats with affirmations, and one meditation track she called a game-changer. Get the full list here.
16:48 – When should you actually see a pelvic floor therapist during pregnancy? Haley gives her professional answer — plus how to use partner-assisted pushing prep to walk into the birth room ready.
19:56 – Her water broke at 3 a.m. She grabbed her contraction app and never looked back. Haley's birth story begins here — and she takes you all the way through pushing (including the mooing 👀).
30:30 – The one thing she wants every pregnant woman to hear before they decide what kind of birth they want. This 60 seconds alone is worth the listen.
31:48 – What do unmedicated contractions actually feel like? How long do they last? How do you get through them? Haley gets real, raw, and incredibly helpful right here.
34:50 – Pushing: the positions, the vocalizing, the mirror, what her husband did, and the visualization that helped her bring her baby earthside. This is the section every pregnant mama needs to hear.
38:00 – The specific tools from the My Essential Birth course she used during active labor and pushing — not just in prep, but in the thick of it.
40:05 – Her best advice for mamas and birth partners: from taking notes and building your birth plan, to advocating for yourself when it matters most. Don't skip this one.
Birth is hard work — but you were made for this. Tune in and let Haley remind you just how capable you really are.
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