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Hot+BraveS5E8 - The Best Doula Tools You Already Have (No Shopping Needed)Send us a textIn this episode of Hot + Brave, Bianca Sprague is busting a huge myth in the birth world... the myth that you need a bag full of fancy tools to be an effective doula. Spoiler: the best doula tools are already within you.From your hands and your breath to a rolled-up hospital towel and a sturdy chair, Bianca shares the free, practical ways you can support laboring clients with what’s already around you. No shopping sprees required.Whether you're just starting your doula training journey or al...2025-04-2924 minHot+BraveS5E7 - Talk Like a Doula: Understanding the Language of BirthSend us a textIn this episode of Hot + Brave, Bianca Sprague breaks down common birth terms you’ve probably heard, like effacement, dilation, VBAC, golden hour, and more... but maybe never fully understood.Whether you’re brand new to doula training, pregnant and preparing for birth, or a birth nerd who loves decoding medical lingo, this episode is a calm, clear, and judgment-free guide to the language of labor.Bianca explains each term in plain language, shares real-world context, and weaves in stats and tips for doulas and expecting parents alike. This is t...2025-04-2235 minHot+BraveS5E6 - I Didn’t Love the Newborn Stage...And That’s OkaySend us a textIn this episode of Hot + Brave, Bianca Sprague breaks the silence around one of parenthood’s biggest taboos: not loving the newborn stage.From hormonal crashes to sleep deprivation, from identity loss to emotional overload, this episode explores why the early weeks of postpartum feel so overwhelming for so many, and how toxic messages like “soak up every moment” and Instagram-perfect parenting are setting us up to feel like failures.Bianca shares the truth about postpartum ambivalence, touches on regret, rage, and delayed bonding, and unpacks the broken systems behind...2025-04-1538 minHot+BraveS5 S5 - The Epidural Debate Is Missing the PointSend us a textIn this episode of Hot + Brave, Bianca Sprague breaks down why the birth world’s obsession with “natural vs. medicated” is a distraction, and how the real issue isn’t the epidural itself, but the lack of choice, support, and honest information surrounding it.We’re talking about in this episode:The myth of the “better” birthWhat epidurals really do (and what they don’t)What’s not being disclosed during hospital birthsThe cascade of interventions and loss of autonomyWhy doulas are essential in protecting consent and power in birthWhether...2025-04-0833 minHot+BraveS5 E04 - The Myth of the “Perfect” Birth: Why We Need to Change the NarrativeSend us a textIn this powerful episode of Hot + Brave, Bianca Sprague unpacks the damaging myth of the “perfect” birth...and why it’s time to let it go.From unmedicated water births to curated Instagram stories, the fantasy of a flawless birth experience is leaving too many people feeling like they failed. Bianca breaks down where this narrative came from, who it leaves out, and how it fuels shame, birth trauma, and unrealistic expectations.She also shares how most birthing people think their doctor or nurse will help them have the birth...2025-04-0129 min
Birth Journeys: Birth Stories and Birth Education for Moms & Pregnant IndividualsPodcasthon Special Episode: Breaking Barriers in Birth Work with BeboMiaSend us a text🎙️ Special Podcasthon Episode: Breaking Barriers in Birth Work with the BeboMia Doula ScholarshipThis Birth Journeys Podcast® episode is part of Podcasthon, a global movement uniting podcasters to spotlight impactful causes. We’re shining a light on the BeboMia Doula Scholarship Program, which provides essential training to those who wouldn’t otherwise have access, transforming birth experiences worldwide.Birth educator and doula trainer Bianca Sprague shares how birth experiences shape parenthood, yet modern healthcare often prioritizes efficiency over personalized care. D...2025-03-171h 09
Investor Mama168 | For People Who Hate Social Media, How to Use It To Scale Your Business | Bianca Sprague, Founder of Bebo MiaRaise your hand if you hate being on social media but know it’s a necessary evil to grow your business? Whether this is you or not you won’t want to miss this episode with Bianca Sprague, Founder of Bebo Mia. Bianca shares how to optimally use social media so you don’t have to be constantly on it day in a day out. She shares how you can grow your business using the old fashion method of networking that still works. We talk about the trap of social media, the trap of un-boundary entrepreneurial schedules and the trap of lac...2025-01-161h 02
WomenKind CollectiveRage with Bianca Sprague This series, we are spilling the tea on topics that affect our health and well-being from the extra-ordinary women that are raising their voices for positive change.Today we are thrilled to be spilling the tea with the incredible Bianca Sprague. Bianca is a self-identified ‘super lesbian’ and a dedicated mother who is deeply committed to addressing issues such as, queer care, combating fat-phobia in medicine and exploring women’s rage. She is also a passionate educator and advocate in the doula community who focuses her expertise on supporting women and queer in...2024-11-3044 min
Adventurous EntrepreneursBianca Sprague - From Grassroots Promotion to Social Media Success: Strategies for Engaging Your Target Market, Building Strong Collaborations, And How to Grow Your Business Through Community Building and Strategic PartnershipsJoining TJ on the Adventurous Entrepreneurs Podcast today is Bianca Sprague.Bianca Sprague, founder of Bebo Mia, has been a dedicated educator, author, activist, and doula since 2007. Passionate about accessible pre and postnatal care for marginalized communities, she advocates for mental wellness in families, drawing from her struggle with postpartum depression and family experiences. Bianca champions reproductive health and justice, focusing on breaking down barriers for female and queer entrepreneurs and restoring joy, equity, and safety in family care through her expertise and innovative approaches.Bianca’s mission extends beyond doula care to teaching effective se...2024-11-0149 min
Forged in Fire: LGBTQ+ LeadershipTrans Pride and Progress with Bianca SpragueBianca Sprague, Executive Director of Trans Pride DC, shares her incredible journey from hiding her true identity to becoming a powerful advocate for transgender rights. In this episode, Bianca discusses the importance of creating spaces where all identities are celebrated and how her intersectional experiences as a trans woman, Filipina, and immigrant shape her leadership. Bianca describes feeling almost embarrassed to share her mostly positive story, as it seemed to differ from the common narratives of struggle and hardship even though she too faced adversity that honed her leadership skills. Her message of hope and authenticity will resonate with an...2024-10-2248 minHot+BraveS4 E07 - The flaws of the ARRIVE Trial for induction with midwife Sara HoltSend us a textThere is a study called the ARRIVE Trial that boasts that 39 week inductions lower operative birth rates in nulliparous birthing people. Well, join Nurse Midwife Sara Holt and Bianca Sprague as they highlight the deep flaws with the study and lack of care in the medical system for birthing people. Want to get to know Sara?www.byenvenibaby.com www.instagram.com/ByenveniBabyCommunity Building Tool ONLY $10 - www.bebomia.com/community-building⭐️ We have some links for you which are mentioned in the episo...2024-10-2259 min
G.L.O.E.Business is Messy with Bianca SpragueOn this episode Angel is joined by Bianca Sprague. Bianca is the Founder of Bebo Mia, a dedicated educator, author, activist and doula. We chat about the importance of building a real community. The messy part of entrepreneurship, how long it really takes to grow a business and ways to attract your ideal client. Connect with Bianca: Website: https://bebomia.com/IG: @bebomiaincSubscribe to email list:subscribepage.io/y0oDkDConnect with the pod:Website: themodcosc.comIG: www.instagram.com/themodcosc2024-10-1656 min
Keep’em Healthy with Jami PodcastCreative Approaches to Community BuildingPursuing new hobbies and friendships can be paralyzing for many people. Listen in as Bianca breaks down barriers as an introvert in a new community and learns how to make new friends, learn new hobbies, and live a life of energy, friendship, and joy!Bianca Sprague, founder of bebo mia, has been a dedicated educator, author, activist, and doula since 2007. Passionate about accessible pre and postnatal care for marginalized communities, she advocates for mental wellness in families, drawing from her struggle with postpartum depression and family experiences. Bianca champions reproductive health and justice, focusing on...2024-10-0734 min
The Lived Experiences PodcastUnderstanding the Role of Doulas in Empowering Women during Pregnancy and Birth
In this episode, “Understanding the Role of Doulas in
Empowering Women during Pregnancy and Birth,” I interviewed Bianca Sprague, a dedicated doula and the founder of Bebo Mia Incorporated. We discussed the role of doulas in pregnancy and childbirth, the differences between doulas, midwives, and OBGYNs, and the positive impact doulas have on maternal and infant health outcomes. Bianca shares her personal journey into becoming a doula and the challenges she faced. Bianca shares her insights on the future of doula care, expressing concerns about the potential negative impact of
regulation. She emphasizes the importance of incl...2024-10-0237 min
Doula Tips and Tits with Kaely HarrodSo You Think You Want To Be A Doula With Bianca SpraugeDon’t miss the FREE Doula Consultation Workshop: 3 Proven techniques to increase client conversions. This 1 hour workshop will teach you how to show up with confidence and ultimately get more “HELL YES” responses! Sign up today!https://harroddoulaservices.thrivecart.com/doula-consultations-workshop-pod/Building your doula business to survive is a theme in today’s episode. Grinding and building fast because you have to and getting things started are all things we touch on in this episode. I’m joined by the amazing Bianca Spauge of Bebo Mia and she’s sharing all sorts of...2024-09-2550 min
How I AllyThe Hidden Burden: Bianca Sprague on Unpaid Care Work and Its Impact on WomenBianca Sprague, founder of BeboMia, sheds light on the disempowerment and mental health challenges faced by mothers within a patriarchal and capitalist society. She emphasizes that the current healthcare and parenting systems often fail to support women, leading to widespread issues such as postpartum depression and PTSD. Through personal stories and research, Bianca reveals how motherhood is frequently equated with unpaid care work, which compounds feelings of inadequacy and isolation. She discusses the societal pressure to maintain a façade of perfection, the struggles with mental health, and the necessity for systemic change to empower mothers. With a call f...2024-09-2137 min
The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast: Confidence, Mindset & Success for Mom Entrepreneurs139. How Doula Training Is Changing Reproductive Health for Marginalized Communities and Empowering Entrepreneurial Women and Moms with Bianca Sprauge, Founder of Bebo MiaSend us a textIn this episode of The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome Bianca Sprague, co-founder of Bebo Mia, a global organization dedicated to empowering families and supporting marginalized communities in the birth and parenting space. Bianca shares her inspiring journey from overcoming personal trauma to becoming a leading voice in reproductive health and justice. She offers invaluable insights for entrepreneurs, birth workers, and anyone passionate about making a difference.Why You Should Listen:1. Learn how Bianca turned her personal trauma into a thriving, impactful global movement.2024-09-1655 min
Mom Owned and OperatedBuilding Communities Without Relying on Social Media with Bianca SpragueIn this episode of the Mom Owned and Operated podcast, Rita Suzanne and Bianca Sprague discuss raising a family, running a business and remembering yourself.Bianca Sprague, founder of bebo mia, has been a dedicated educator, author, activist, and doula since 2007. Passionate about accessible pre and postnatal care for marginalized communities, she advocates for mental wellness in families, drawing from her struggle with postpartum depression and family experiences. Bianca champions reproductive health and justice, focusing on breaking down barriers for female and queer entrepreneurs and restoring joy, equity, and safety in family care through her e...2024-09-0350 min
The Mothers’ Empowerment PodcastRiteous Anger At Its Finest with Bianca SpragueHave you ever felt like you’re on the brink of burning up in a fit of rage, only to tamp it all down as a way to survive?
If so, Bianca is your gal! Bianca Sprague is a passionate educator and advocate in the doula community, focusing her expertise on supporting women and queer individuals in the fields of fertility, birth, and postpartum care. As a self- identified 'super lesbian' and a dedicated mother, Bianca brings a unique perspective to her work, emphasizing the importance of balancing professional doula responsibilities with personal life, especially for mothers. Sh...2024-08-0246 minThe Mothers’ Empowerment PodcastRiteous Anger At Its Finest with Bianca SpragueHave you ever felt like you’re on the brink of burning up in a fit of rage, only to tamp it all down as a way to survive?
If so, Bianca is your gal! Bianca Sprague is a passionate educator and advocate in the doula community, focusing her expertise on supporting women and queer individuals in the fields of fertility, birth, and postpartum care. As a self- identified 'super lesbian' and a dedicated mother, Bianca brings a unique perspective to her work, emphasizing the importance of balancing professional doula responsibilities with personal life, especially for mothers. Sh...2024-08-0246 min
Women Awakening with Cynthia JamesCynthia with Bianca Sprague Founder of bebo mia inc, Doula, Lactation Education, Childbirth EducatorBianca Sprague, founder of bebo mia, has been a dedicated educator, author, activist, and doula since 2007. Passionate about accessible pre and postnatal care for marginalized communities, she advocates for mental wellness infamilies, drawing from her struggle with postpartum depression and familyexperiences. Bianca champions reproductive health and justice, focusing onbreaking down barriers for female and queer entrepreneurs and restoringjoy, equity, and safety in family care through her expertise and innovative approaches.2024-07-1923 min
Rise Up For You#511 Innovative Strategies for Women to Cope with Rage Rise Up For You Podcast w/ Bianca SpragueRise Up For You, our mission is to elevate you and your team's potential through elevating your leadership, emotional intelligence, communication, confidence, success, and more. We take companies and individuals like yourself, from where you are now to where you want to be!
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The Healthy Post Natal Body PodcastThe impact of a good doula. Interview with Bianca SpragueSend us a textThis week I am over the moon to be joined by Bianca Sprague from Bebo MiaImagine having a support system that empowers you through every stage of parenthood, from preconception to the early days of postpartum. Bianca and I talk about the impact doulas have on birthing individuals and families. She explains the role of a good doula; how doulas offer nonjudgmental, continuous support, enabling parents to make informed decisions and navigate the often overwhelming landscape of pregnancy and childbirth.We also talk about...2024-07-141h 28
Talking About KidsHow to support perinatal care for queer individuals with Bianca SpragueSend us a textIt goes without saying that would-be parents who are supported have healthier babies. For this fourth Pride Month installment of Talking About Kids, I want to address the perinatal care that queer individuals receive because it can be stressful and dehumanizing in ways that have negative short-term and long-term consequences for them and their children. My guest to discuss this issue is Bianca Sprague. Bianca is a passionate advocate for perinatal care for marginalized communities, an author, an educator, and the founder of bebo mia, a training and mentorship organization that promotes “anti-racist, an...2024-06-2441 min
The Whole Doula Podcast22. Breaking Down Barriers for Marginalized Communities with Bianca SpragueBased in Nova Scotia, Canada, Bianca Sprague (she/her) founder of Bebo Mia, has been a dedicated educator, author, activist, and doula since 2007.
Passionate about accessible pre and postnatal care for marginalized communities, she advocates for mental wellness in families, drawing from her struggle with postpartum depression and family experiences.
Bianca champions reproductive health and justice, focusing on breaking down barriers for female and queer entrepreneurs and restoring joy, equity, and safety in family care through her expertise and innovative approaches.
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Mom EssentialsHow To Find Community in MotherhoodThe truth is motherhood can be lonely. In this episode, we explore the importance of community in motherhood with Bianca Sprague. We cover overcoming isolation, building supportive networks, and embracing the true essence of motherhood. Bianca shares her personal struggles and triumphs, including her battle with postpartum depression and her mission to provide accessible care to marginalized communities. This episode is a beacon for any mom seeking to feel connected and supported in their parenting journey Find out more about Bianca by checking out these links: Facebook InstagramD...2024-05-3143 min
Get It Done Podcast with Erin#50 Test The IdeaPodcast 50 of season 2…
with Bianca Sprague
"The Get It Done Podcast with Erin", the podcast where I (Erin) talk to business owners about their businesses, their journey in business and how they got to where they are. My prayer for this podcast is that our stories, as business owners, will inspire someone watching who desires to be in business but is scared to "Get It Done'! I'm on a mission to uproot the spirit of fear out of every eye watching and every ear listening. If I can do this, so can you!
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Wishing You Well#91 Why you need to start asking questions when it comes to your health with Bianca Sprague, Founder of Bebo MiaAmy and Catherine welcome Bianca Sprague, Founder of Bebo Mia! Bianca tells us about how she turned her birthing experience into a full blown global movement. She’s talks about her experience as a doula and training other doulas, the type of activism she’s involved in, and taking care of herself through it all! This episode was filled with a lot of passion and Bianca talks about the medical system and Bianca’s fight for better reproductive rights and care.
Check out Bianca’s website here, and an EXCLUSIVE 15% off her doula training for Wish...2024-05-281h 02
The Pregnancy Loss and Motherhood PodcastConnection, Joy, Empowering Change: A Conversation with Bianca SpragueIn this conversation, Bianca Sprague discusses her work in reproductive health and justice, as well as her personal experience with pregnancy loss. She emphasizes the importance of bringing joy back to people's lives and supporting marginalized communities. Bianca shares her journey of starting and managing multiple businesses in the field, including Bebo Mia and Baby Me Fitness. She also highlights the need for improved care and support for individuals experiencing pregnancy loss, and the importance of training and education for healthcare professionals. Overall, Bianca advocates for comprehensive support and a shift in the healthcare system to better meet the...2024-05-141h 05
Pregnancy Loss and Motherhood PodcastConnection, Joy, Empowering Change: A Conversation with Bianca SpragueIn this conversation, Bianca Sprague discusses her work in reproductive health and justice, as well as her personal experience with pregnancy loss. She emphasizes the importance of bringing joy back to people's lives and supporting marginalized communities. Bianca shares her journey of starting and managing multiple businesses in the field, including Bebo Mia and Baby Me Fitness. She also highlights the need for improved care and support for individuals experiencing pregnancy loss, and the importance of training and education for healthcare professionals. Overall, Bianca advocates for comprehensive support and a shift in the healthcare system to better meet the...2024-05-141h 05
Harmonious at LunchIncredible Doula Journey: From Birth to Business Success!In this episode of Harmonious at Lunch, host Brandon Gano invites Bianca Sprague, CEO and Founder of Bebo Mia, for a captivating conversation on the transformative power of becoming a doula. Bianca shares her personal journey from overcoming challenges as a new parent to creating a thriving business that impacts families worldwide.Guest Website: Explore more about Bianca's work and the world of doula care at bebomia.com/lunch.Guest Social Media Handles:Instagram: @bebomiaincFacebook: /BeboMiaIncYouTube: /BeboMiaEpisode Topic Highlights:Personal Transformation: Bianca reveals how becoming a doula not only enriched her...2024-05-0924 min
Motherhood Burnout Recovery: Speak, MotherRedefining Motherhood: Beyond the Work, Towards Connection & Joy in Relationships w/ Bianca SpragueThis week, Bianca Sprague joins us for a powerful conversation about motherhood that will challenge your perspective. Bianca shares the transformative journey of her early days of motherhood through undiagnosed postpartum depression in an unsafe domestic setting. Bianca candidly reflects on her initial struggles to bond with her daughter amidst feelings of rage and shame. We explore the raw emotions of early motherhood, the pressure to be a "good mom," and the societal structures that leave mothers feeling unsupported and unseen. We delve into Bianca's pivotal decision to pursue doula training as a means of protecting birth and finding...2024-04-231h 13
Mom and Mind333: Understanding Why You Feel Rage with Bianca SpragueIt is more common than you might think to experience both anger and rage in the transition to parenthood, and those emotions happen for a variety of reasons and are caused by a multitude of factors. In today’s episode, we are covering all aspects of rage: why it happens, how it happens, what contributes to it, and what to do about it. Join us to learn more!Bianca Sprague, founder of Bebo Mia, has been a dedicated educator, author, activist, and doula since 2007. Passionate about accessible prenatal and postnatal care for marginalized communities, she advocates for me...2024-04-2242 min
The Wellthy Healthy Life PodcastWhat Exactly is a Doula and Do You Need One?In this episode I chat with Bianca Sprague. She is the Founder of bebo mia inc, Podcaster, Doula, Lactation and Childbirth Expert.
Bianca is a very passionate educator and advocate in the doula community, focusing her expertise on supporting women and queer individuals in the fields of fertility, birth and postpartum care.
We discuss her journey and what led her to not only become a Doula but also creating bebo mia inc to provide education for others who shared that passion.
We also discussed some of the reasons the maternal mortality rate is...2024-04-091h 01
Real Talk, Whole LifeEpisode 107: Do I Need a Doula and What Do They Do? w/ Bianca SpragueDoula and founder of Bebo Mia, Bianca Sprague, and Stacy have a conversation about the role of doulas in the birthing experience, the mental wellness of everyone involved, and equitable access to perinatal care. It's because of traumatic birth stories like Stacy's that Bianca strives to provide emotional, physical, and informational care and bring back autonomy to make sure people feel empowered in their birth, whatever that looks like.Find Bianca:
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Go to bebomia.com/wholeview and use code TWV15 for 15% off!Don’t forget to...2024-04-051h 27
Worth Your SaltBuilding A Successful Community-Driven BrandAs the founder of Bebo Mia, Bianca Sprague has built a remarkable community and established a community-driven brand.2024-03-2141 minWorth Your SaltBuilding A Successful Community-Driven BrandWe talk a lot about authenticity on Worth Your Salt, and doula, educator and entrepreneur Bianca Sprague is authentic in that remarkable way that only someone who truly knows herself can be! As the founder of bebo mia, Bianca has built a remarkable community and established a community-driven brand.
Gain valuable insights into how Bianca has emphasized inclusivity, grown a network of highly trained doulas, taught effective service business management, and empowered her students and her community. Don’t miss the bebo mia story and Bianca’s tangible lessons at the intersection of passion, purpose, and community!
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The Mindful Womb Podcast30: Transforming Fury into Power: Strategies for Women and Queer Folks to Cope with & Channel Rage - with Bianca SpragueOn this episode of the Mindful Womb Podcast, we are joined by Bianca Sprague, founder of Bebo Mia, a dedicated educator, author, activist, and doula. We unpack the ways women and queer folks have been conditioned to suppress feelings of rage and how to start channeling these emotions in a powerful way to live a more intentional and aligned life.In this episode, we dive into the following:Understanding rage as a natural part of our emotional spectrum Societal factors that lead to the suppression of rage and mismanagement of a...2024-03-121h 13
REWILD + FREE44. SELF EXPRESSION, CANCEL CULTURE AND THE TROUBLE WITH THE LACK OF NUANCE IN THE ONLINE SPACE WITH LAUREN FORTUNA-FLOCHHave you ever stayed silent on a topic out of fear that you don't know enough? That you'll say the wrong thing? Or that you'll be cancelled from a group of people? Me too! In this episode, I'm graciously held by my friend Lauren while I share an experience that unfolded earlier this year. This conversation is important to have and also hard to navigate. During the process of creating this episode, I battled a lot of mind chatter questioning if this story is even worthy of being made public. I felt like I needed...2024-03-061h 34
Nichole Joy Show201. Strategies for Breaking Cancel Culture Cycle with Bianca Sprague
In this episode, I sat down with Bianca Sprague, founder of Bebo Mia. Bianca shares her business birth story, her firsthand experience with cancel culture in 2021 as a result of misrepresentation, the personal and economic impact of cancel culture, and tips on how to resolve conflict going forward.
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Co...2024-02-2756 minNichole Joy Show201. Strategies for Breaking Cancel Culture Cycle with Bianca SpragueIn this episode, I sat down with Bianca Sprague, founder of Bebo Mia. Bianca shares her business birth story, her firsthand experience with cancel culture in 2021 as a result of misrepresentation, the personal and economic impact of cancel culture, and tips on how to resolve conflict going forward.
To connect with Bianca & Bebo Mia:
bebomia.com/njs (Discount code - NJS15 for 15% off everything)
https://www.instagram.com/bebomiainc/
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Connect with me...2024-02-2755 min
Birth Journeys: Birth Stories and Birth Education for Moms & Pregnant IndividualsBianca Sprague: Guardian of the Birth ExperienceSend us a textWhen Bianca Sprague, the trailblazing founder of Bebo MIA, shifted her career aspirations from OB-GYN to becoming a doula, the landscape of birth and parenthood began to change. In our heartfelt discussion, Bianca shares the pivotal moments that steered her towards doula work, including her mother's home birth and her own challenging entry into motherhood. Her story is a testament to the power of empathy and the profound need for supportive birthing practices that honor the individual experiences of parents. As we explore Bianca's journey, she illuminates the stark contrast between the impersonal...2024-02-191h 37
Ask the Doulas PodcastExploring the Rising Need for Doulas and How Their Care Transforms Family Experiences with Bianca Sprague of Bebo MiaSend us a textKristin Revere chats with Bianca Sprague of Bebo Mia about the rising need for doulas and how their care transforms family experiences.Please leave a review on our podcast if you enjoyed this episode, so we can reach more listeners like you!Subscribe to our newsletter, check out Kristin’s birth and baby book, and see more about our Doula services & online courses below:https://linktr.ee/goldcoastdoulasEpisode Keywords: Doula Care | Family Experience | Bianca Sprague | Bebo Mi...2024-02-0131 min
Pure Nurture Pregnancy and BirthHow Doula Care Made Me a Better Mom with Bianca SpragueBianca Sprague is a passionate educator and advocate in the doula community, focusing her expertise on supporting women and queer individuals in the fields of fertility, birth, and postpartum care. As a self-identified 'super lesbian' and a dedicated mother, Bianca brings a unique perspective to her work, emphasizing the importance of balancing professional doula responsibilities with personal life, especially for mothers. She is deeply committed to addressing issues like queer care, combating fatphobia in medicine, and exploring women's rage and its implications. In this episode, you will hear about: Bianca's birth in an unsafe home Undiagnosed pos...2024-01-3050 minHot+BraveS1E14 The Rage of Fighting for our time: Becoming a single parent and business ownerSend us a textWe're closing this first season with a conversation between Bianca Sprague and Marissa Bolaños about the lessons learned while navigating financial abuse, divorce and life as single parents who ran birthwork businesses while being sole providers for their children. We hope this episode gives you tools to have the hard conversations with your partner, make decisions that make sense for you or inspire you to start a business as a solo parent.Register for our Maternal Support Practitioner Training use the promo code BIRDBIRTH for a discountAll The Rage: Mo...2022-11-221h 28Hot+Brave00 Bebo Mia’s MissionSend us a textBianca Sprague, Meg Kant, and Michelle Cruz talk about the work of bebo mia in reproductive justice and how birth work is activism, influenced by many other forms of social justice, and how we weave it all together.Bebo MiaBirth Worker Business SchoolBliss RetreatAffiliate ProgramStay tuned for the full season in September, subscribe to receive updates here!www.bebomia.comFollow us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Pinterest, LinkedIn...2022-06-2807 min
The Dopist36: Reconnecting With Your Vagina After Childbirth (Giving Birth with Toni Botas & Bianca Sprague)PARENTING & CANNABIS I - After a traumatic experience like childbirth, a woman's relationship with her vagina needs to be healed not only physically, but spiritually and emotionally. But where is one to begin healing in a system that is still so broken? Bianca Sprague and Toni Botas of Bebo Mia hold nothing back when discussing the truth about giving birth, postpartum depression, discrimination against women of color, and what role cannabis plays in the healing process. And that's what it is, isn't it? A process - on The Dopist with Nicolle Hodges.The Dopist is a...2019-12-0549 min
All About DoulashipDecisive MindfulnessToday I have a chat with the co-founders of Bebo Mia (a seven figure doula+ training & support business), Natasha Marchand and Bianca Sprague. Both are doulas become doula trainers and we get into the nitty gritty of how their journeys began and transformed into the successful business they run today. We talk about goals, measuring progress in a way that works for you, and how to support other doulas versus tearing them down. I hope you enjoy the interview and follow the links below for additional information.
Book Recommendations: Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert, Shrewed: A Wry and Closely Observed...2019-03-1954 min
The Heavy Flow PodcastBirth Work is Feminist Work with Bianca SpragueThis week I'm talking to Bianca Sprague, co-founder and CEO of bebo mia inc. We discuss why birth work is feminist work, the role of a doula at a birth, how birth is getting riskier in North America particularly for marginalized communities, making maternal support more applicable and how using our voices to advocate for ourselves is an act of resistance. CW: birth trauma This episode of Heavy Flow is supported by bebo mia inc, a training and mentorship organization for women in the maternal health field. Get 40% off all courses, including payment plans, this...2018-11-151h 07The Heavy Flow PodcastEpisode 32 - MRKH + What makes a woman? with Tasha JadeToday I’m talking to Tasha Jade, founder of Daily Magic, about her experience with Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser (MRKH) syndrome, a condition that causes the vagina and uterus to be underdeveloped or absent. We discuss Tasha's MRKH experience, gender identity and wax on "what makes a woman?" Listen now: [powerpress] Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Email | RSS What we discussed: What is Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser (MRKH) syndrome How MRKH shows up in Tasha’s body and how she was diagnosed Heteronormative treatment options for those with MRKH How being diagnosed with MRKH made Tasha question gender an...2018-05-241h 05The Heavy Flow PodcastMaking Peace with a Hysterectomy with Bianca SpragueThis week on the podcast I’m talking to Bianca Sprague, birth doula, lactation educator and CEO of bebo mia inc. After a decade of excruciating period pain, Bianca elected to have a hysterectomy to manage her adenomyosis and endometriosis. We discuss how she made peace with her decision, self-advocacy and queer-positive medical spaces. Show notes: http://amandalaird.ca/biancasprague2018-01-251h 06
The Postpartum PodcastEpisode 78: Don't Do It On Your Own with Bianca and Natasha of bebo mia Today I so enjoyed chatting with Bianca Sprague and Natasha Marchand of bebo mia inc. Bianca is a birth doula and lactation educator and has supported hundreds of families through their pregnancy, birth and postpartum periods. She feels particularly passionate around maintaining the family's relationships and mental wellness. As a queer woman she advocates for inclusive language in the birthing space. She lives in Toronto with her spouse, Alana, and their daughter, Gray. Natasha is a pre & postnatal fitness professional and birth doula. After a long fertility journey with her first daughter, Natasha has positioned herself as a...2017-10-2500 min
Mum's The WordMUM 084: Bianca Sprague : Birth Trauma MythsBianca Sprague Bio:
Sprague is a birth doula and lactation educator and has supported hundreds of families through their pregnancy, birth and postpartum periods. She feels particularly passionate around maintaining the family’s relationships and mental wellness. As a queer woman she advocates for inclusive language in the birthing space. She lives in Toronto with her spouse, Alana, and their daughter, Gray.
And a bio of bebo mia:
bebo mia inc. is a training & mentorship organization for women in the maternal health field, including pregnancy/birth professionals, childbirth educators & parenting specialists. They offer comp...2017-10-0553 min
BirthfulBusting Birth-Trauma MythsToday we are taking on the most common myths and concerns around birth traumas, and exploring ways to avoid them. The statistics for those who consider their birth to have been traumatic can range between 25 and whopping 49%. So, what can you do to improve the chances of having a lovely birth, and not be a part of that statistic? Bianca Sprague and Natasha Marchand tell us more. Get the most of this episode by checking out the resources and links listed on the “show-notes” page at: birthful.com/podcastbirthtraumamythsIf you enjoy what you hear, make...2017-09-131h 05
Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond"No one told me what it would be like" preparing for postpartumWhen a baby is born, a new family unit is also birthed. There is a lot to learn, and to adjust to. While life goes on around you, for a new parent or parents, their world with a newborn shrinks. It becomes their entire universe. This episode we talk with Natasha Marchand and Bianca Sprague, founders of Bebo Mia on what to expect and how to prepare, antenatally, for the postpartum journey ahead. If you would like support for yourself or your partner during this time, visit us at PBBmedia.org for the blog post that...2017-09-1227 min
Women's Wellness RadioChoosing a Doula / Becoming a Doula with Bianca Sprague & Natasha Marchand Bianca Sprague & Natasha Marchand are the founders of Bebo Mia, a training organization for doulas providing mentorship & community for pregnancy, birth and parenting. In this episode we talk about choosing a doula and if you've been thinking of becoming a doula, you'll find out what it's like to be one and if it's the right calling for you. Here's what you'll hear: Min 02:50 Introduction to Bianca & Natasha's training & work Min 03:50 Working as a team of doulas & where to start Min 10:15 Who is a doula & what does it involve? Min 14:30 Bebo M...2017-08-2148 min
Yoga Birth BabiesPlus Size Pregnancy with Bebo Mia founders Bianca Sprague & Natasha MarchandIn this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with Bebo Mia founders, Bianca Sprague and Natasha Marchand. Bianca, Natasha and I discuss the misconceptions and assumptions women of size face when entering motherhood. We talk openly about “fat shaming” and how plus size moms can find support and embrace and trust their bodies. With average size American women being a size 16, this is an episode not to miss!Get the most out of each episode by checking out the show notes with links, resources and other related podcasts at: prenatalyogacenter.com...2017-08-0448 min
Dearest Doula with Nathalie SaenzDearest Doula Podcast Season 2 Episode 06: ‘The Art & Science of Infant Sleep’ Featuring Brandie Hadfield, Natasha Marchand, and Bianca SpragueDearest Doula Podcast Season 2 Episode 06: ‘The Art & Science of Infant Sleep’ Featuring Brandie Hadfield, Natasha Marchand, and Bianca Sprague In this Dearest Doula podcast episode, we are learning all about infant sleep with this fabulous trio of birth workers. Listen in today to learn more! Be sure to visit our 'show notes' page at: www.dearestdoula.com/infantsleep Have you connected with 'Dearest Doula' on social media? Don't wait, do it today! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DearestDoula Twitter: https://twitter.com/Deare...2016-10-2419 min
Dearest Doula with Nathalie SaenzDearest Doula Podcast Season 2 Episode 06: ‘The Art & Science of Infant Sleep’ Featuring Brandie Hadfield, Natasha Marchand, and Bianca SpragueDearest Doula Podcast Season 2 Episode 06: ‘The Art & Science of Infant Sleep’ Featuring Brandie Hadfield, Natasha Marchand, and Bianca Sprague In this Dearest Doula podcast episode, we are learning all about infant sleep with this fabulous trio of birth workers. Listen in today to learn more! Be sure to visit our 'show notes' page at: www.dearestdoula.com/infantsleep Have you connected with 'Dearest Doula' on social media? Don't wait, do it today! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DearestDoula Twitter: https://twitter.com/Deare...2016-10-2419 min
Dearest Doula with Nathalie SaenzEp. 79: ‘Birth Worker Blogging Basics: Tips, Tricks and Major Pit-Falls to Avoid’ Featuring Natasha Marchand and Bianca Sprague of BebomiaEp. 79: ‘Birth Worker Blogging Basics: Tips, Tricks and Major Pit-Falls to Avoid’ Featuring Natasha Marchand and Bianca Sprague of Bebomia
In this latest Dearest Doula podcast episode, we are joined by the incredible duo of Bebomia- Natasha Marchand and Bianca Sprague! Natasha and Bianca are both doulas as well as savvy birth business consultants, and they share with us great insights into the business of birth worker blogging. Listen in for incredible tips, tricks, resources and even a special gift!
For links to the resources Bianca and Natasha outlined, be sure to visi...2016-02-2230 minDearest Doula with Nathalie SaenzEp. 79: ‘Birth Worker Blogging Basics: Tips, Tricks and Major Pit-Falls to Avoid’ Featuring Natasha Marchand and Bianca Sprague of BebomiaEp. 79: ‘Birth Worker Blogging Basics: Tips, Tricks and Major Pit-Falls to Avoid’ Featuring Natasha Marchand and Bianca Sprague of Bebomia
In this latest Dearest Doula podcast episode, we are joined by the incredible duo of Bebomia- Natasha Marchand and Bianca Sprague! Natasha and Bianca are both doulas as well as savvy birth business consultants, and they share with us great insights into the business of birth worker blogging. Listen in for incredible tips, tricks, resources and even a special gift!
For links to the resources Bianca and Natasha outlined, be sure to visi...2016-02-2230 min