Metro Detroit Birth Stories

Welcome to Metro Detroit Birth Stories, a podcast celebrating the strength, wisdom, and beauty of birth—one story at a time.

I’m Exie, a birth doula and childbirth educator with years of experience guiding families through pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. In this space, you’ll hear real, powerful birth stories from Metro Detroit and beyond, along with thoughtful conversations on the journey into parenthood.

Whether you're expecting, a birth worker, or someone who loves the magic of birth, you’ll find warmth, support, and evidence-based insight here. Because every birth story deserves to be heard—and honored.

Contributors

Host

Exie Buehler

Exie has proudly supported families in the Metro-Detroit area and beyond since 2005, helping them prepare for and welcome their babies with care and compassion.

Exie's Qualifications:
▪️PMH-C, Postpartum Support International Perinatal Mental Health Certification
▪️ Trauma-Informed Birth Support Specialist - Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Educator, and Infant Massage Instructor
▪️ Certified in the Prevention of Traumatic Birth
▪️ Survivor Moms Companion Tutor - Helping women overcome symptoms of childhood maltreatment and trauma so they can achieve emotional wellness and develop skills and confidence in their parenting abilities.

▪️NICU Trained Doula

https://tranquiltouchforwomen.com

Guests

Guest

Kristi Hodson

Kristi is a mother of two, business owner, and birther extraordinaire! She is thrilled to share her birth stories with you here.

You can touch base with Kristi on Instagram and learn more about her family-owned business, Artistic Kitchens

https://www.artistickitchens.com/