<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Born Motherhood LLC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Faith-filled education and support from pregnancy through postpartum. ]]></description><link>https://bornmotherhood.wixsite.com/bornmotherhood/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:25:39 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://bornmotherhood.wixsite.com/bornmotherhood/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Pain-Free Breastfeeding Starts Before Baby Arrives (A Simple Way to Prepare)]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you are pregnant and hearing scary breastfeeding stories, I want you to know that it's not because your body is broken or because breastfeeding is inherently this hard. It's often because the methods we've been taught are working against our bodies, not with them.

That’s exactly why we’re such big believers in prenatal preparation- learning a gentle, baby-led approach to breastfeeding—one that prioritizes comfort, confidence, and connection from the start. ]]></description><link>https://bornmotherhood.wixsite.com/bornmotherhood/post/pain-free-breastfeeding-starts-before-baby-arrives-a-simple-way-to-prepare</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698757dab39e505046c3e8df</guid><category><![CDATA[Breastfeeding]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 15:20:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/https://cdn.marblism.com/H46gSQSCgXS.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Ayla, Born Motherhood</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Doula Spotlight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coffee, Cramming, and Contractions: The Life of a College Doula Ryan skillfully supporting her laboring client. Photo credit- Carol Ann Neville Hi, I’m Ryan Sesker—a 21-year-old psychology major at Hollins University, a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), and a birth doula serving families in the New River Valley. My life is a whirlwind of lecture halls, textbooks, and the incredible, unpredictable work of supporting people as they bring new life into the world. Between balancing the...]]></description><link>https://bornmotherhood.wixsite.com/bornmotherhood/post/doula-spotlight</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69798dc3da77a8ffff0637e3</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 04:20:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d0591d_f7edffba8d1442138ac7770899147e29~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_480,h_640,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Ayla, Born Motherhood</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Simple Holiday Traditions, Lasting Impact: How Slowing Down Shapes Family Connection &#38; Identity]]></title><description><![CDATA[The schedules feel fuller, the expectations heavier, and the pressure to “make it special” can quietly creep in—especially for mothers already carrying the weight of daily life. In the midst of the busyness, it’s easy to assume that meaningful connection requires elaborate plans, expensive traditions, or perfectly executed moments.
But the truth is far simpler—and far more freeing.]]></description><link>https://bornmotherhood.wixsite.com/bornmotherhood/post/simple-traditions-lasting-impact-how-slowing-down-shapes-family-connection-identity</link><guid isPermaLink="false">693dbc703557d3f0b470ba31</guid><category><![CDATA[Motherhood Journey]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 19:44:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d0591d_35f4b4b028f3400fbb1feb155f7171e8~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_667,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Ayla, Born Motherhood</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding Your Due Date: A Guide for Expecting Mothers]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the first questions everyone asks when you’re pregnant is: “When are you due?”

And while it’s fun to dream about that magical day your baby will make their grand entrance (and maybe even circle it in pink or blue on the calendar), let’s talk about what your due date actually means—and why it might be time to rethink how we look at it.]]></description><link>https://bornmotherhood.wixsite.com/bornmotherhood/post/when-s-your-due-date-why-that-date-might-not-mean-what-you-think-it-does</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6857109c179fee421c306f22</guid><category><![CDATA[Birth Doula]]></category><category><![CDATA[Pregnancy]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 21 Jun 2025 20:24:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d5c830b8f57c4b408d0bcd192df2c49c.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Ayla, Born Motherhood</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Holy Work of Motherhood]]></title><description><![CDATA[Biblical motherhood is soul-shaping work—not just for our children, but for us. It stretches us, sanctifies us, and draws us closer to the heart of Jesus. ]]></description><link>https://bornmotherhood.wixsite.com/bornmotherhood/post/the-holy-work-of-motherhood</link><guid isPermaLink="false">681e0a6f8068e00fe41123a9</guid><category><![CDATA[Motherhood Journey]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 14:10:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_b4c7021a4df14e079dfed48186a32ee3~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Ayla, Born Motherhood</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Preparation is Better Than Pain: Are You Ready for a Beautiful Breastfeeding Journey?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The journey to successful breastfeeding is built on preparation, knowledge, and support. From mastering proper techniques to boosting your milk supply, each step you take will bolster your confidence as a new mother.]]></description><link>https://bornmotherhood.wixsite.com/bornmotherhood/post/preparation-is-better-than-pain-are-you-ready-for-a-beautiful-breastfeeding-journey</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6750cf3a49c1286ac2d8318d</guid><category><![CDATA[Breastfeeding]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 04 Dec 2024 22:31:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d0591d_b6a8d84a6e1e4043a80b6357a8d5207b~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Ayla, Born Motherhood</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Power of Birth Planning]]></title><description><![CDATA[The pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journey is filled with so many new experiences, challenges, and decisions. For many new parents, all of this new information combined with the realization that they are going to be responsible for a brand new little human to trusts and depends on them for everything can be very overwhelming. These feelings of overwhelm are often combined with many many stories of birth experiences from family, friends, and random people online, the grocery store, the...]]></description><link>https://bornmotherhood.wixsite.com/bornmotherhood/post/the-power-of-birth-planning</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66f390b555e492c4eef18b29</guid><category><![CDATA[Pregnancy]]></category><category><![CDATA[Birth Doula]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 27 Sep 2024 01:37:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_839d1f6a60724d6fa2b8e714106d9657~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Ayla, Born Motherhood</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Get Insurance to Pay for Doula Support: A Step-by-Step Guide]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you are considering hiring a doula, the first thing you need to do is check to see if your insurance will cover the associated costs. ]]></description><link>https://bornmotherhood.wixsite.com/bornmotherhood/post/how-to-get-insurance-to-pay-for-doula-support-a-step-by-step-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66f5ffa2318c2500c6afb773</guid><category><![CDATA[Birth Doula]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 27 Sep 2024 01:31:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_b796cd6582464cb28e2cbefc5a716f1e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Ayla, Born Motherhood</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[GBS Testing: What you need to know &#38; natural treatments]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pregnancy is a miraculous journey, filled with anticipation and excitement. 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And that’s okay. ]]></description><link>https://bornmotherhood.wixsite.com/bornmotherhood/post/motherhood-it-s-nothing-like-we-expected</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65f88cd32debd6cfeea595a8</guid><category><![CDATA[Motherhood Journey]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2024 19:21:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d0591d_faecb142a52741a181a49b0845d82b90~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Ayla, Born Motherhood</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>