In this episode, we sit down with Michelle Cañete, a mom of three and doula, who shares her powerful journey through three very different — and increasingly fast — birth experiences.
From a first birth filled with anxiety, lack of preparation, and feeling overwhelmed… to two precipitous labors that moved faster than anyone expected — Michelle walks us through what it actually feels like when your body takes over.
We talk about:
What it’s like going into birth unprepared — and how that shaped everything after
The intensity and unpredictability of precipitous labor
Transition happening in the car (yes… really)
That “I have to poop” moment and what it actually means
The mental shift from fear → trust in your body
How experience can completely transform your birth perspective
Michelle’s second and third births happened in just a matter of hours — with pushing phases lasting only minutes — and her stories are a reminder that birth doesn’t always follow the “expected” timeline.
This episode is raw, fast-paced (just like her births), and full of those “wait… WHAT just happened?!” moments.
Whether you’re a first-time mom or preparing for another baby, this conversation will leave you thinking differently about birth, intuition, and how quickly things can change.
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Takeaways:
Your first birth does not define your future births
Preparation and education can completely shift your experience
Fast labor is real — and can be intense, empowering, and a little chaotic
Your body knows what it’s doing, even when it feels overwhelming
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Connect with Michelle:
Instagram: @_doulamichelle