The Breathe to Birth Podcast

S2: Ep02 - A Deep Body Scan for Calm and Connection

In this special episode of the Breathe to Birth Podcast, Chloe guides you through a deep body scan meditation designed to help you settle into your body, release tension, and create a sense of calm and ease.
This gentle, grounding practice supports you to slow down, soften areas of holding, and reconnect with your breath, helping you feel more centred and at ease in both body and mind.
This is a meditation Chloe has shared with her community before and is now making available here for podcast listeners.
Whether you’re pregnant, preparing for birth, or simply in need of a moment to pause, this meditation offers a supportive space to breathe, relax, and reset.
 
Music
Music: “Full Moon” by Hannah Rose
 
Connect with Chloe
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breathetobirthFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/chloesenabreathetobirthCommunity: https://www.facebook.com/groups/calmconnectedmamasEmail: chloe@chloesena.com
 
Work with Chloe
Explore Breathe to Birth Yoga, The 3Cs Birth Method, or enquire about bespoke 1:1 birth preparation support via email or by sending Chloe a message on Instagram.
 
Disclaimer
This meditation is intended for relaxation and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Please listen in a safe, comfortable space. Do not listen while driving, operating machinery, or doing anything that requires your full attention.
You are responsible for your own wellbeing before, during, and after the meditation. If at any point you feel uncomfortable, dizzy, or distressed, please stop the meditation and return your awareness to your surroundings.

S2: Ep01 - Rethinking Birth Plans & Preferences

In this episode of the Breathe to Birth Podcast, Chloe explores why birth plans and preferences matter. Not as rigid checklists or guarantees, but as a way to feel informed, involved and supported in your birth.
Chloe shares why birth plans aren’t about controlling how birth unfolds, but about understanding your options, communicating what matters to you, and feeling able to take an active role in decision-making as labour progresses. She reflects on how preparation, clarity, and flexibility can change how birth feels, even when things don’t go exactly as expected.
This episode is an invitation to rethink birth plans as a tool for confidence and self-trust, rather than something that can “fail” if birth takes a different path.
 
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
Why birth plans are often misunderstood
The difference between a rigid plan and meaningful preferences
How birth plans can support calm and confidence in labour
Practical tips for writing birth preferences that feel realistic and supportive
How knowing your options can help you feel more involved in your birth
 
If this episode resonated with you, please like, follow, or subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss future episodes of Breathe to Birth.
 
Connect with Chloe:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breathetobirthFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/chloesenabreathetobirthCommunity: https://www.facebook.com/groups/calmconnectedmamasEmail: chloe@chloesena.com
 
Work with Chloe:
Explore Breathe to Birth Yoga, The 3Cs Birth Method, or enquire about bespoke 1:1 birth preparation support via email or by sending Chloe a message on Instagram.
 
Disclaimer:
The views shared in this podcast are personal experiences and are for informational and educational purposes only. They are not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult your midwife or healthcare team about anything related to your own pregnancy, labour, or birth.

S1: Ep09 - Where It All Began: Chloe & Lucas’s Christmas Birth Story

In this final episode of Season One, Chloe shares the birth story of her first baby, Lucas - her Christmas babe, who turns 16 this week!
Chloe reflects on her home birth experience, the preparation that supported her, and the moments that made it feel positive and empowering. She shares why understanding her body, trusting herself, and feeling supported played such an important role and how this birth shaped the work she does today.
This episode marks the end of Season One and a return to where it all began, it's a reflection on how preparation, trust, and support can shape our experience of birth.
 
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
Preparing for a home birth
Trusting the body during labour
What contributed to this birth feeling positive
The emotional layers of giving birth at Christmas
How this experience influenced Chloe’s work supporting women through birth
If you’ve enjoyed this season, please like, follow, or subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss the start of Season Two.
 
Connect with Chloe:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breathetobirthFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/chloesenabreathetobirthCommunity: https://www.facebook.com/groups/calmconnectedmamasEmail: chloe@chloesena.com
 
Work with Chloe:
Explore The 3Cs Birth Method or enquire about bespoke 1:1 birth preparation support via email or drop Chloe a message on Instagram.
 
Disclaimer:
The views shared in this podcast are personal experiences and are for informational purposes only. They are not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult your midwife or healthcare team about anything related to your own pregnancy, labour, or birth.

S1: Ep08 - Jess & Dilly's Birth Story - A Fast & Empowering First Birth

In this episode, Chloe is joined by Jess, who shares the story of her first birth with baby Dilly. A powerful, fast labour that unfolded very differently from what she had imagined… yet was still a positive experience.
Jess talks openly about how she prepared, the mindset work that grounded her during pregnancy, and how self-trust helped her navigate a birth that moved quickly and far outside the lines of her original plan.
She also reflects on the tools and understanding that made the biggest difference and why positive birth isn’t about everything going “to plan,” but about feeling involved, informed, and connected to yourself and your body as things unfold.
 
In this episode, you’ll hear:
How Jess prepared for her first birth
The mindset shifts that shaped her confidence
What helped her stay centred during an unexpectedly fast labour
Why her birth felt positive, even when it didn’t look like the plan
The role self-trust and simple tools played in her experience
 
Connect with Chloe:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breathetobirthFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/chloesenabreathetobirthCommunity: https://www.facebook.com/groups/calmconnectedmamasEmail: chloe@chloesena.com
 
Work with Chloe:
Explore The 3Cs Birth Method or enquire about bespoke 1:1 birth preparation support via email or drop Chloe a message on Instagram.
 
Disclaimer:
The views shared in this podcast are personal experiences and are for informational purposes only. They are not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult your midwife or healthcare team about anything related to your own pregnancy, labour, or birth.

S1: Ep07 - Laura & Luke's Birth Story - A Positive Induction

In this episode, Laura shares the birth story of her son, Luke - a powerful and uplifting example of how an induction can be a positive experience when you feel informed, supported, and actively involved in your choices.
After spending quite a bit of time in and out of hospital during the last few weeks, Laura navigated a lot of uncertainty leading up to birth. When induction became the recommended option, she drew on her preparation, her understanding of her choices, and the tools she’d learned to stay grounded and connected to herself throughout the process.
Although her labour involved moments of intensity and shifting plans, Laura’s ability to advocate for what felt right for her is what shaped her experience as positive.
You’ll hear about:
• How Laura managed the uncertainty of repeated hospital visits• What helped her trust herself when plans changed• How she advocated for her needs during her induction• The tools that supported her through intense moments• Why, in her words, feeling involved made all the difference
 
This is such a reassuring and empowering listen, especially if induction is part of your birth journey or something you’re exploring.
 
Connect with Chloe:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/breathetobirth
Facebook: www.facebook.com/chloesenabreathetobirth
Calm Connected Mamas Community: www.facebook.com/groups/calmconnectedmamas
Email: chloe@chloesena.com
 
Work with Chloe:
Explore The 3Cs Birth Method or enquire about bespoke 1:1 birth preparation support via email or drop Chloe a message on Instagram.
 
Disclaimer:
This podcast shares personal experiences and perspectives. It is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or personalised care.
 

S1: Ep06 - What a Doula Really Brings to Birth & Postnatal Life (with Lisa Jones)

In this episode, Chloe is joined by Lisa Jones, birth and postnatal doula behind The Mother Tree.
Together, they explore what a doula really does in pregnancy, birth, and those early postnatal weeks and why the right support can completely transform how you feel throughout the whole experience.You’ll hear Lisa share:
What the role of a doula actually looks like during pregnancy, birth, and beyond
Why she believes having a doula can be a vital part of your support team
The common threads she sees in positive birth experiences
How to prepare for the early postnatal period so it feels more supported and less overwhelming
Practical ways to care for yourself and your baby in those first weeks
It’s an honest conversation about birth support and what really helps women feel held, informed, and confident, both in labour and after baby arrives.
Connect with Lisa:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themother_tree_doulaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/themother_treeEmail: themothertree2023@outlook.com
Connect with Chloe:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breathetobirthFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/chloesenabreathetobirthFacebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/calmconnectedmamasThe 3Cs Birth Method: https://www.chloesena.com/the3csbirthmethodEmail: chloe@chloesena.com
 
Disclaimer:
The conversations shared in this podcast reflect personal experiences and opinions. They are for educational and informational purposes only and are not a substitute for medical advice. Always seek guidance from your midwife, GP, or healthcare provider regarding your own pregnancy, birth, and postnatal wellbeing.

S1: Ep 05 - Rachel & Otis - A Positive Casarean After A Traumatic First Birth

In this episode, Chloe is joined by Rachel to explore the birth of her second baby, Otis, a birth that unfolded in a completely different way to her first.
After a traumatic first experience that ended in an emergency caesarean under general anaesthetic, Rachel approached her second pregnancy with a desire to feel more informed, more involved, and more connected to her birth experience.
Her plan was for a vaginal birth, and she began with an induction, but ultimately made the decision to move to a caesarean. This time, though, everything felt different.
Although her caesarean was a decision she made from an informed and empowered place, it was still intense at times and the breathing techniques she’d learnt helped her through the hardest moments.
In this conversation, Rachel shares:
• How her first birth shaped her intentions for the second• What was different about how she prepared this time• How being informed helped her feel more in control• The emotional and physical shifts she experienced along the way• Why she now feels her second birth was a genuinely positive experience
It’s a powerful reminder that positive birth doesn’t mean easy, pain-free, or “going to plan.” It means feeling supported, informed, and an active participant in your own experience, whatever path your birth takes.
 
Connect with Chloe
If you’d like to explore working with Chloe through The 3Cs Birth Method or her bespoke one-to-one birth preparation programmes — you can get in touch at chloe@chloesena.com.
 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breathetobirthFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/chloesenabreathetobirthFacebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/calmconnectedmamasThe 3Cs Birth Method: https://www.chloesena.com/the3csbirthmethodEmail: chloe@chloesena.com
 
Disclaimer
This podcast is for education and information only. It is not medical advice. Please speak with your midwife, GP, or healthcare provider for guidance specific to your own pregnancy and birth.

S1: Ep 04 - Jess & Iris' Birth Story - A Calm & Empowering Home Birth

In this episode of Breathe to Birth, Chloe is joined by Jess, who shares the story of welcoming her daughter Iris at home - a calm, empowering experience that shows how trust, preparation, and the right mindset can shape birth.
Together, they talk about how Jess prepared, the tools that helped her stay centred through labour, and what, in her opinion, made it a truly positive birth experience. It’s an inspiring reminder that positive birth doesn’t mean perfect - it means feeling safe, supported and in tune with your body and baby.
 
Connect with Chloe
Instagram: @breathetobirthFacebook: Breathe to Birth with Chloe SenaFacebook Community: Calm Connected MamasThe 3Cs Birth Method: chloesena.com/the3csbirthmethodEmail: chloe@chloesena.com 
 
Disclaimer
The views shared in this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only and should not replace individual medical advice. Always consult your midwife or healthcare provider for guidance specific to your circumstances.

S1: Ep 03 - How Calm, Confidence & Connection Can Shape Your Birth Experience

In this episode of Breathe to Birth, Chloe explores how the three pillars at the heart of her work, calm, confidence, and connection can completely transform the way we experience birth.
This isn’t about control or perfection. It’s about feeling safe in the body, trusting instincts, and knowing how to return to calm when things feel intense.
She discusses:• Why “calm” isn’t about silence or stillness, but safety and physiology• How confidence grows through understanding and informed choice• What true connection means - to body, baby, and support team• Simple ways to begin nurturing the 3Cs during pregnancy
Whether preparing for a first birth or a subsequent one, this episode invites listeners to feel more informed, inspired, and trusting in their own strength and intuition.
If you to bring a little more calm into life right now, you can listen to Chloe’s free relaxation here: Free Relaxation
 
Connect with Chloe
Instagram: @breathetobirthFacebook: Breathe to Birth with Chloe SenaFacebook Community: Calm Connected MamasThe 3Cs Birth Method: chloesena.com/the3csbirthmethodEmail: chloe@chloesena.com  
 
Disclaimer
The views shared in this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only and should not replace individual medical advice. Always consult your midwife or healthcare provider for guidance specific to your circumstances. 

S1: Ep 02 - What is a 'Positive Birth'?

When you hear the phrase “positive birth,” what comes to mind?
For many, it’s a calm, quiet birth that goes perfectly to plan, but that’s not the full story.
In this episode, Chloe explores what a positive birth really means, beyond the myths, the pressure and the picture-perfect version we so often see online. You’ll learn how feeling safe, supported and involved can completely change your experience of birth, even when things take a different path.
Together, we’ll talk about:• Why birth itself isn’t unpredictable, but our environment and support can be• How oxytocin and adrenaline affect labour (and why safety matters)• The power of sharing positive birth stories alongside difficult ones• The most common myths about “good” births and what really defines a positive one• How trust, confidence and connection shape the way we feel in birth
This episode is your reminder that positive birth isn’t about control or perfection, it’s about trust, safety and knowing you and your voice matter in the process.
 
Connect with Chloe
Instagram - @breathetobirthFacebook - facebook.com/chloesenabreathetobirthJoin the Community - Calm Connected Mamas Facebook GroupLearn more about The 3Cs Birth Method - chloesena.com/the3csbirthmethodEmail - chloe@chloesena.com 
 
Disclaimer
The views expressed in this podcast are personal and intended for informational and educational purposes only. They are not a substitute for medical advice or care. Always consult your midwife or healthcare provider for guidance specific to your circumstances.