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Forming the Birth Collective

Having options for birthing mothers and families is so vital.

When childbearing women are going through all their changes, the need for support is IMPERATIVE. She may have been born for this divine right and purpose but the solid foundation is lacking. We have come from ancestors taught to fear birth, sex even, to question their reproductive abilities because man had become the warden of their sacred body. Our healers were questioned, shunned, feared and even burned to death. We have lost our way even into this century. Yet, our ancestors, our traditional healers and elders knew how to heal because they had to, for survival. They had granny women come dote on laboring mothers and help catch babies, they used native plants as medicine, they had trial and error in their own kitchens adorned with drying leaves, flowers, fruits and berries. Primal needs turned into learning out of necessity and tried and true kitchen remedies and passed on wisdom was norm. Yet somewhere along the way, it was all but lost.

Today you will hear “when I was a lad… we used to … “ and it will be things such as putting onions in your socks when ill.,. soaking garlic cloves in honey and making an elixir, brewing tinctures from brandy and herbs, crafting salves and sharing that knowledge of all things natural. However it is rare to hear these things unless you already have a group that is keen on sharing those secrets and tidbits of wisdom from our elders. It is imperative for survival that we rely on and nourish ourselves by educating ourselves for the days to come and the times when modern medicine is not accessible nor helpful. We have to find and RECLAIM alternative ways that also work. And when it comes to bearing children and womanly ways, there are so many insightful parents, educators, healers and wise women to learn from and pass on this treasure of knowledge to our families and children.

I wish to have whatever modern trades of knowledge that each of you has to pass on, more readily available everywhere! Long ago we had some of this available via magazines or books. Now, we can start here as well. Globally sharing our tricks of the trade to help one another and so on and so on. Each one of us possesses stories of the ability to grow and heal either physically, spiritually, mentally… and pass on what we have learned in our way, along each ones journey in life.

If you wish to share your wisdom, story, potions, links, studies, words of support, love and perception of being, please feel free to contact me to offer your feature here on the Blog Spot. support@freebirthsupport.com

My 3 Must-Have Supplies for Your Freebirth 

Feature by Alia Wright

Bringing life into the world in the comfort of your own home, on your own terms is a deeply instinctual and empowering choice. While every freebirth is unique, having a few key supplies on hand can help you feel prepared and at ease as you trust your body and intuition. 

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Here are my top 3 must-have supplies for a simple, natural freebirth:

1. Chux (Underpads)

These absorbent pads are perfect for keeping your birth space clean and easy to manage. They catch fluids, protect surfaces, and make post-birth cleanup a breeze so you can stay fully present in your moment of transformation.

2. Towels

Towels are a versatile, practical staple. You’ll want plenty on hand for comfort, warmth, and cleanup. Choose soft, absorbent ones(in a darker color) for drying baby, protecting your surfaces, and supporting you during labor.

3. Cord Clamp or Tie

After your baby arrives, having a sterile cord clamp or a natural cord tie is essential for securing the umbilical cord. Whether you opt for a classic medical clamp or a handmade tie, this simple tool ensures a smooth transition after birth.

These essentials set the foundation for a calm, intuitive birthing experience. But there’s so much more to consider and MANY OTHER SUPPLIES you may want when preparing for your freebirth!

About the Author

Alia Wright is a freebirth mentor and guide, empowering women to trust their instincts and embrace their intuition during pregnancy and birth. Through her unique approach, she helps women deprogram societal fears, reconnect with their innate wisdom, and prepare for autonomous, transformative birth experiences.

Passionate about creating a supportive space for homemakers and mothers drawn to unassisted birth, Alia combines practical guidance with deep mindset work to help her clients overcome fears, navigate partner resistance, and confidently align with their natural birthing instincts. She believes in the power of simplicity, connection, and radical responsibility, encouraging women to reclaim the sacred nature of birth on their terms.

Ready to dive deeper into what you’ll need?

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This carefully curated guide includes everything from must-haves to optional tools that can help you create a peaceful, empowered birth space.

Your body knows exactly what to do. Let this list support you in trusting your instincts and stepping into your birth with confidence.

Traditional and folk tincture making

What are tinctures? Potent liquid herbal concoctions to support the body in one way or another. There are many reasons to take tinctures. Some do it to boost the immune system, to fight an ailment, to support an organ, maybe to prevent something (such as high blood pressure, liver issues, nausea, miscarriage and so on) 

You may not be able to find the tincture you’re looking for or perhaps you just want to make them yourself and be more self sufficient. Clearly when making a tincture, you should research which herbs you need and obtain them to make it. Herbs are going to be more readily available in the areas they are native to and flourish. You may find them at an your local markets, herb store, a homestead or you may need to order them online. 

You will also need 4 or 8oz glass jars to steep the mixture in for several weeks prior to use. If you are planning to transferring them into individual bottles for sharing or selling them, you will need 4-8 of the 1-2 ounce jars with dropper tops. Darker colored bottles are best as they keep the tinctures safe from spoiling /expiring.

Loosely add 1/2- 3/4 of your mason jar full with the herbs for your concoction. Then you can pour a high proof alcohol made from grain or vodka, over the herbs and fill to the top of the jar. The alcohol will extract the active compound of that herb. You must fill completely to the top so that all herbs are covered.

Seal a lid over the jar and let it sit a minimum of 6-8 weeks. Keep in a cool dark place and shake weekly. When you are ready to use the extraction, take a cheese cloth or a fine metal sifter to remove the leaves and bits from the liquid. Pour the remainder into a smaller individual jars with a funnel into smaller bottles. Or place back into the large jar to use as needed. 

If you are planning to separate into 1-2 oz tincture bottles, you will need to buy quite a few of those and have labels ready to mark the tinctures with the date and herbal information. Tinctures tend to store well in a cool place for up to 3 years but some have lasted several years longer than this in sealed jars without a vial/dropper in it.

There are many places to read up on womanly related tinctures. Look into Susun Weed. I call her the guru of womanly supplements.

Releasing in labor

Each one of us will experience birth in profound, different ways. We all perceive the journey differently and there is no right or perfect way to its unfolding. Our bodies choose. There is a common passage that happens in the last stage before pushing, for most women. A release and letting go. Not all will have this but for those who do, I see it as a necessary part of transition by moving the birthing mother into the realm of the final stage of birth. This letting go allows the mind and body to release pent up emotion, expectations, built up tension, into a sort of implosion. It may look like a fit, giving up, ranting, struggling, getting angry, going into seclusion, even begging to be rescued. The catch is, it is YOUR work. 

Crying, moaning, screaming, swearing, thrashing around, moving quickly, hitting or pounding our hands. Stomping, splashing in the water. Saying mean things or bursting out words we don't mean. Talking loudly to ourselves or even getting angry. This may all seem scary or even harsh to witness but it is all normal. It is a processing of the final moments before the new mother and baby emerges. A way of reworking the mind and its limitations to accept and move forward. And if you have not had a baby prior, I say this because labor is indeed hard work. Each birth and woman will have different sensations. The transition phase can be absolutely difficult and intolerable for some, while others breeze through it. 

The mother should be allowed and encouraged to flow in the way she is called to, moving through the feelings and releasing built up tension, even barreling through her. This is the height of the birth process and a very important milestone for many as it signals to those watching, that the emergence of the mother is in the making. This release is the unfolding of one's raw self as the baby is coming forth. 

When no one saves you, it encourages this strong intuitive transition and release to unfold in its own way. This morphs into a wave of grounding, lightness or even immense power, that pulls you back to the job. Because again, the end stage can take your breath away. It can feel like too much, too quick or too powerful for you. Many beg for it to end or to get a break. This stage does not tend to last long. Sometimes a few minutes or up to an hour. No one can do the work for you or walk through this for you and your baby. No supporter, guide, doula, friend, nor partner or husband. I often encourage spouses to let the mother be on her own for a short bit to release. No birth workers should intervene for this short stage of work. A mother often chooses a bathroom or bedroom in seclusion to process and vent. She will come back into her being.

As the mother feels her baby shift and she starts to push, there is a reminder that her baby is almost here. That all this work was for this moment. And after the birth, mothers will often say - When that was happening and you let me just be, I saw you smile with reassurance. You didn’t take away from my feelings or efforts. You were just there for me, which reassured me I was safe. 

We have to remember to trust the process of a mother’s movements and intuition. This in turn, empowers and builds back up the purpose and heart of why your womanhood is here today. Listening to her is what matters. Encouraging her process the motions as it will yield an influential and potent beginning into her mothering. Certainly all moms should feel like super woman going into this next phase of life! The more positivity the better!