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Hot+BraveS5E9 - The journey from maiden to mother with Anna LundqvistSend us a textIn this episode of Hot + Brave, we’re joined by Anna Lundqvist of Sacred Birth International (www.sacredbirthinternational.com) to explore one of the most profound and often overlooked shifts in a woman’s life: the transition from maiden to mother. Anna shares how birth can be reclaimed as a sacred rite of passage, what gets lost in our over-medicalized systems, and how we can honor the deep emotional, spiritual, and personal transformation that comes with becoming a mother.Whether you’re pregnant, postpartum, or walking alongside others as a birth worker...2025-05-0648 minHot+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 minHot+BraveS5 E03 - Birth Isn’t the Problem, The System Is: Birth in the Age of MisinformationSend us a textWhat if I told you most due dates are based on a formula from the 1800s? Or that you’re still being told not to eat during labor because of a study from 1946? Or that the system profits when you’re too scared to ask questions?In the latest episode of The Hot + Brave Podcast, I’m breaking down the top birth myths...and the actual truth behind them.👉🏽 Epidurals👉🏽 Big babies👉🏽 VBACs👉🏽 Hospital policies that aren’t based on science👉🏽 Why doulas are not just for home births2025-03-2551 minHot+BraveS5E2 - Giving Birth in a Foreign Country: What No One Tells You with Hannah PreilSend us a textGiving birth in a foreign country comes with surprises, challenges, and a whole lot of translation errors. Maternity mentor and expat mama Hannah Preil shares what it’s really like to navigate pregnancy, birth, and postpartum abroad. Plus, how to build a support system when family is an ocean away.Find our more about Hannah here: www.hannahlouisematernitymentor.com⭐️ We have some links for you which are mentioned in the episode!! ⭐️Beyond Anxiety book by Martha Beck, get it here (referral link)Grab your doula train...2025-03-181h 07Hot+BraveS5 E01 - Parenting, Mental Health & the Thief of Joy: A No-BS Chat with Nikki Steel OsborneSend us a textWe are talking all about mental health and talking about it in a way that is not happening in other places. This will shake you up and give you ideas to find joy. Want to find Nikki? Check her our here: https://www.thescottishsoulsister.com/Here is her course: www.thescottishsoulsister.com/online-course⭐️ We have some links for you which are mentioned in the episode!! ⭐️Grab your doula training spot here (heyyy there's payment plans) 📚USE THE CODE SHIRT for a huge discount...2025-03-111h 16
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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. She is deeply committed to addressing issues like queer care, combating fatphobia in medicine, and exploring women’s rage and its implications.
Bianca’s journey into thi...2025-01-161h 02Hot+BraveS4 E12 - Referrals Made Easy: How to Grow Your Doula Business FastSend us a textBuilding a referral program is a great way to have an awesome marketing machine made up of your community members! We will walk you through how to do this and we have done all the work for you with the free referral building kit.Get the FREE kit that goes with this episode by going here and commenting BOOSTWant to be in the secret squad for Black Friday - you will get the inside scoop on so many awesome events and freebies! Go here and comment 2024-11-2626 minHot+BraveS4 E11 - 10 Things NOT To Do With Loss Families with Vallen WebbSend us a textContent Note: We discuss loss, so please make sure you take care of yourself and step away if needed.Find out more about the 911 Kit go here: www.bebomia.com/911kitTo find out about Vallen's Loss Certification go here: www.evelynjamesandco.com/pregnancylosseducationcourse⭐️ We have some links for you which are mentioned in the episode!! ⭐️Grab your doula training spot here (heyyy there's payment plans) 📚USE THE CODE BIRTHBIRD for the early bird special!!NEW BIRTH DOULA COURSE - www.bebomia.com...2024-11-191h 02Hot+BraveS4 E10 - Pregnancy after 9 losses with Rachell Dumas of A Light After NineSend us a textContent Note: We discuss loss, so please make sure you take care of yourself and step away if needed.Find out more about Rachell and her incredible work at: www.alightafternine.orgwww.instagram.com/alightafternine⭐️ We have some links for you which are mentioned in the episode!! ⭐️Grab your doula training spot here (heyyy there's payment plans) 📚USE THE CODE BIRTHBIRD for the early bird special!!NEW BIRTH DOULA COURSE - www.bebomia.com/birthdoulaCommunity Building Tool ONLY $10 - ww...2024-11-121h 00Hot+BraveS4 E09 - Scaffolding Your Doula Game: The Unfiltered Blueprint with Kaely HarrodSend us a textThis week I had the pleasure of chatting with my gal pal Kaely Harrod and she is a flippin’ gem. She cracks me up and we wanted to go through some critical scaffolding for doulas to have success in their business. We cover everything from contracts to systems at home… you are not going to want to miss this. As promised here are Kaely's links:Her podcast Doula Tips & TitsHer IG channel: www.instagram.com/harroddoulahttps://harroddoulaservices.thrivecart.com/level-up-your-doula-biz-2024-hb/hb102024-11-051h 17Hot+BraveS4E8 - Births, Boundaries, and the Quest to Become a Relaxed WomanSend us a textWhat would it be like to be a relaxed woman? Inspired by Elizabeth Gilbert, Bianca looks at this almost impossible but wildly sexy concept of a relaxed and calm state rather than the state of fight and exhaustion we stay in. What would you need to accomplish this?Community Building Tool ONLY $10 - www.bebomia.com/community-building⭐️ We have some links for you which are mentioned in the episode!! ⭐️NEW BIRTH DOULA COURSE - www.bebomia.com/birthdoulaBook Club: www.bebomia.com/bookc...2024-10-2923 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 minHot+BraveS4 E06 - More Adventures, Less Compromises: The Power of Platonic JoySend us a textAfter last weeks episode about the gender inequity at home (and every where), I wanted a feel good episode about friendship as the antidote. My heart is bursting with joy after a wonderful long weekend, and I share some nerd facts about friendship... evidence based for the win. 😘 Community Building Tool ONLY $10 - www.bebomia.com/community-building⭐️ We have some links for you which are mentioned in the episode!! ⭐️NEW BIRTH DOULA COURSE - www.bebomia.com/birthdoula Book Club: www.bebomia.com/bookclub FR...2024-10-1528 minHot+BraveS4 E05 - Why you're justified in hating your husbandSend us a textThis episode talks about the inequity at home for women and mothers and business owners. This stuff is infuriating and what are we going to do about it? Content note, y’all: I am going to keep this convo pretty gendered so that I can capture the stats that are based on a cis-het dynamic. Yes, us queers do have our own shit before we feel all smug, and I do really want to focus on the statistical tragedy of heterosexuality.Book Recommendation in the episode: All th...2024-10-0825 minHot+BraveS4 E04 - Risk vs. Reward: Myths About Safety in Childbirth, Education, and ParentingSend us a textOk, we could talk to Brad for hours... literally. I almost panicked when I had to get down to just 1 topic for the interview. Soooo, we jammed a few hot topics into 1 - and it mostly fit. I really just wanted you to hear how incredible he is and then you can go over to his pod and bask in his content! Enjoy every minute of this then click the link to explore his content.👇🏽Check out Brad's website here: https://www.talkingaboutkids.com/⭐️ We have some links for you which ar...2024-10-0157 minHot+BraveS4 E03 - Fighting for Fairness: Workplace Rights from Pregnancy to MenopauseSend us a textJoin Bianca as she chats with Jack and Catherine, lawyers fighting for working women at all stages of their reproductive life cycle, from pregnancy through menopause. Jack's practice focuses on combating sexual harassment, pregnancy discrimination, illegal gender pay disparity, sex discrimination, maternity leave matters, unlawful retaliation, and wrongful termination.Catherine is a lawyer who is also a practicing doula which made this conversation even better because she is in the field seeing what we see.See Jack's firm here: https://womensrightsny.com/⭐️ We have some links...2024-09-241h 15Hot+BraveS4 E02 - Doula Co-ops: A Blueprint for Collective (& Unregulated) EmpowermentSend us a textSeptember is my birthday month and I am ALL about community. So I thought that having a 'how to build community co-op' chat would be the perfect episode to be released on my big day. I reached out to one of my favorite community builders, Emily Barney of the Doula Co-op in Nevada, to fill us in on the step by step for a state-wide Doula Co-op. (https://www.doulacoop.org/). Connect with Emily directly - Connect@DoulaCoop.orgYou can see their socials here:In...2024-09-171h 04
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 minHot+BraveS4 E01 - My healing around PPD & Suicide loss for Suicide Prevention DaySend us a textSeptember is suicide prevention month and today is suicide prevention day. I am sharing my personal experience with suicide ideation and loss to expand the conversation and to shift the narrative - which is the theme for 2024's Suicide Prevention. Content Note: There is discussion of domestic violence, suicide loss, suicide ideation and PMADs. ⭐️ We have some links for you which are mentioned in the episode!! ⭐️NEW BIRTH DOULA COURSE - www.bebomia.com/birthdoulaBook Club: www.bebomia.com/bookclubFREE Faceb...2024-09-1059 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
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 02Hot+BraveS3 E14 *BONUS* - The Urgency to Protect Birth with Midwife Mmatshilo MotseiSend us a textHAPPY INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE MIDWIFE! To celebrate today, we have an incredible *BONUS* episode of the Hot+Brave Podcast.Bianca had the absolute pleasure of interviewing Traditional Midwife, Mmatshilo Motsei who is transforming birth in South Africa. It is pure magic....She is talking about and challenging the biomedical model in this episode and the wisdom she is passing on is not to be missed. We need to protect birth and the urgency is felt so fully in this d...2024-05-0551 min
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 minHot+BraveS3 E13 - Getting ghosted by your doula client!Send us a textGetting ghosted by your client can bring up a whole host of feelings - in this episode we talk about why this happens and what to do after. You do not want to miss it!⭐️ We have some links for you!! ⭐️www.bebomia.com/doulaclub 💥 Get your free access to the Doula Business School in our club membership!www.bebomia.com/freewebinar Free doula workshop and discount code 👍🏽www.Instagram.com/bebomiainc Follow for more goodies!bebomia.com/bizshop/ 😎 Grow your business fast!www.bebomia.co...2024-04-0919 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 01Hot+BraveS3 E12 - 5 things to consider before becoming a doulaSend us a textWe have a few things for you to consider before you take the leap into birth work... here are the top 5. If you are training with bebo mia, we get you ready with these because our training is 17 weeks. However, if you are planning to train somewhere else, make sure you get these ducks in a row before your training (or before setting up your doula business)... How much does a doula make? We made some pretty graphics for you!⭐️ We have some links for you!! ⭐️www.bebomia.c...2024-04-0218 minHot+BraveS3 E11 - How to get hired almost every time as a doulaSend us a textMastering the art of the consult is so important as a doula. This week we are talking about killin' your consults and growing your business. We have tips and tricks that will ensure that you connect and solve for potential clients. This week is World Doula Week! Use the code WDW20 for 20% off everything!How much does a doula make? We made some pretty graphics for you!⭐️ We have some links for you!! ⭐️www.bebomia.com/freewebinar Free doula workshop and discount code 👍🏽www.Instagram.co...2024-03-2631 min
Worth 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!
2024-03-2141 minHot+BraveS3 E10 - Top 10 Questions about Becoming (and being) a DoulaSend us a textYou may have a lot of questions before you take the leap into birth work... we got answers for your top 10 questions - such as How much do doulas make? and What is the demand for doulas?This week is World Doula Week! Use the code WDW20 for 20% off everything!How much does a doula make? We made some pretty graphics for you!⭐️ We have some links for you!! ⭐️www.bebomia.com/freewebinar Free doula workshop and discount code 👍🏽www.Instagram.com/bebomiainc Follow for more...2024-03-1920 minHot+BraveS3 E09 - Rituals in business... just like birthSend us a textAs doulas we watch, honor and protect the rituals of birth... but what about in our business. Bianca shares some of her ritual secrets in this episode. ⭐️ We have some links for you!! ⭐️www.bebomia.com/freewebinar Free doula workshop and discount code 👍🏽www.Instagram.com/bebomiainc Follow for more goodies!bebomia.com/bizshop/ 😎 Grow your business fast!www.bebomia.com/shop New Doula swag!! 7 Simple Steps to Double your Client Base 👈🏽 new course alert this week 💥 Use code SEVEN for 75% offOur links page wit...2024-03-1121 minHot+BraveS3 E08 - How becoming a doula made me a better momSend us a textThis episode gets really vulnerable y’all! I wanted to share with you my up and down journey of growing a doula business right after my daughter, Gray was born. Like weeks after. ♥️I learned so much about being a better parent through becoming a great doula. Tune in to this episode where I discuss banishing the bad mom fears and feelings through doula work. ⭐️ We have some links for you!! ⭐️ www.bebomia.com/freewebinar Free doula workshop and discount code 👍🏽www.Instagram.com/bebomi...2024-03-0524 min
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.
To connect with Bianca & Bebo Mia:
bebomia.com/njs (Discount code - NJS15 for 15% off everything)
https://www.instagram.com/bebomiainc/
Ways to work with Nichole:
https://www.nicholejoy.com/more
Co...2024-02-2756 minHot+BraveS3 E07 - Branding is not just colors and a logoSend us a textBranding is the total identity and personality of your business. Branding sets you apart from others in your field and gives potential clients a glimpse of you and what you are about. As you develop your brand you are one step closer to solidifying your business and giving yourself the mojo to go out there and support folks! In this episode we go over the basic steps to get your brand created and out changing the world ♥️ We have some links for you!!The study about...2024-02-2733 minHot+BraveS3 E06 - Do you know what the most visited page on your website is?Send us a textDo you know what the most visited page on your website is? Well, you will know by the end of this episode. You will also know how to make sure it wows your potential clients and has them emailing you are booking right away. Getting this page tweaked will be SO good for your business! We have some links for you!!www.Instagram.com/bebomiainc Follow for more goodies! bebomia.com/bizshop/ 😎 Grow your business fast! 7 Simple Steps to Double your Client Base 👈🏽 new course...2024-02-2019 minHot+BraveS3 E05 - What to charge - plus some financial goodies!Send us a textTalking about money can be hard and uncomfortable so we will go slow!We want you to know what to charge and some financial basics so that you can have a business that takes care of you, your family and your community. We have some links for you!!www.Instagram.com/bebomiainc Follow for more goodies!7 Simple Steps to Double your Client Base 👈🏽 new course alert this week 💥 Use code SEVEN for 75% offOur links page with lots of goodies bebomia.com/links ❤️2024-02-1331 minHot+BraveS3 E04 - Picking Your Perfect Partner (or backup)Send us a textWhen picking a partner for a project, big or small, there are a few steps that are key. We do not want you to miss any of them. Sometimes the excitement of a new project or someone that seems to be on board with you can allow you to get carried away and you end up missing the boring and sometimes uncomfortable nitty gritty. Think of a partnership, whether in your business or for a project, like a romantic relationship. You would not typically marry someone without at le...2024-02-0631 min
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 minHot+BraveS3 E03 - Testimonials, Reviews and Building Your BusinessSend us a textTestimonials are key for your business! it allows your customers and community members to rant and rave about you. Folks who are researching your services will go read the reviews to decide if they want to hire you. It can feel scary asking for them, we know. And the return on your investment for asking, it is huge! This episode will give you tips on how to collect them, best practices for testimonials and what to do with them to get more clients. We have some links for you!!2024-01-3022 minHot+BraveS3 E02 - Getting specific will get you more doula clients... not lessSend us a textWe promise the more specific you get, the more your business will grow. This episode will help you get really clear with what you do and for who. Tweaks here will open the floodgates for your business! Instagram - www.instagram.com/hot_brave_podcastFree Doula workshop - www.bebomia.com/freewebinarScholarship Program - www.bebomia.com/scholarshipGet More Clients Challenge - find out more info here and get on t...2024-01-2317 minHot+BraveS3 E01 - Getting More Doula Clients Step by StepSend us a textIn this episode, Bianca catches you up on what is happening with her and bebo mia over the last 10 months. This whole season will be about growing your doula business. This episode kicks off the step by step for doubling your business size.Send us your business questions and business wins so we can feature them on the podcast. Thinking about becoming a doula? Click here for a free workshop.Want to transfer your certification? Email info@bebomia.comwww.bebomia.com2024-01-1621 min