
Episode #185
The Preparation Gap: Why Birth and Parenthood Deserve More Than Wedding Planning with Nina Spears, The Baby Chick
Are you preparing for birth… or just planning a wedding-level event? In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, Debra Pascali-Bonaro is joined by Nina Spears, founder of Baby Chick, to explore why so many families spend hundreds of hours planning weddings—but only a fraction of that preparing for birth and postpartum. Together, they dive into what actually creates a positive, empowered, and even pleasurable birth experience—and why preparation, support, and informed choices are everything. Nina shares insights from supporting over 800 families and attending 350+ births, along with her own deeply personal birth experiences, including how knowledge shaped her decisions and outcomes. This episode is a call to rethink how we prepare for one of life's most transformative experiences. In this episode, you'll hear: p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Why pregnancy is the true preparation for motherhood—not just baby p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> How safety in the body influences oxytocin, endorphins, and birth outcomes p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> The critical role of partners as advocates and support systems p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> How to choose the right care team for you p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Why birth plans should be created together—not alone p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> The importance of preparing for postpartum (not just birth) p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> What it really means to have an "orgasmic birth" experience Key takeaway: When a woman feels safe, supported, respected, and prepared—her body can open. And that's where powerful, transformative birth experiences begin. Resources & Links: p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Nina Spears (The Baby Chick): https://baby-chick.com p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Pre-order The Baby Chick Guide to Positive Pregnancy p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Follow Nina on Instagram: @thebabychick --- Review and follow the show—we'd love to hear how this episode inspired you! Purchase the PleasureVibe Pleasure at your fingertips - for pregnancy, labor, birth and beyond - http://orgasmicbirth.com/fin-pleasurevibe Connect with Debra! Website: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com Instagram: / orgasmicbirth X: / orgasmicbirth YouTube / orgasmicbirth1 Tik Tok / orgasmicbirth LinkedIn: / debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471


