Episode 14 | Three Birth Stories, Three Miracles: Water Births, Motherhood & Trusting the Journey

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In Episode 14 of Champagne Smiles & Magical Miles, Stephanie shares the deeply personal birth stories of her three daughters—Peyton, Piper, and Maddie Jo—and the life lessons that came with each one.

From a planned water birth at a birthing center, to a labor that nearly ended in the car, to an Easter morning delivery of a rare baby born en caul, these stories are filled with joy, surprises, resilience, and trust.

Stephanie opens up about preparing for natural childbirth, working with midwives and doulas, overcoming a postpartum hemorrhage, laboring without fear, and learning to trust her body through every stage of motherhood. She also shares why understanding childbirth changed her experience, the importance of having the right support team, and how each birth taught her something different about letting go of the plan.

In this episode:
 • Peyton’s water birth and postpartum hemorrhage recovery
 • Piper’s fast labor and almost-car-birth story
 • Maddie Jo’s extraordinary en caul birth on Easter Sunday
 • Natural childbirth, midwives, doulas, and birth preparation
 • What every woman should know before giving birth
 • The power of trust in motherhood and life
 • Why some of life’s greatest gifts arrive through unexpected detours

Plus Stephanie shares this week’s Word That Matters, Magical Mile Moment, and two powerful book recommendations for expectant parents.

Whether you’re a parent, planning a family, supporting someone through pregnancy, or simply love meaningful life stories, this episode is a reminder that the miles that matter most are rarely the ones we plan.

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Champagne Smiles & Magical Miles is a motivational podcast about living with grace, choosing joy, and celebrating the moments — big and small — that make life meaningful.

Hosted by Stephanie Parks, each episode blends mindset, self-care, family traditions, and everyday intention with a touch of Disney magic and real-life reflection. From the words we use and the habits we build to the kindness we extend to ourselves and others, this podcast is an invitation to slow down, show up, and live on purpose.

You’ll hear favorite segments like Words Matter, Magical Miles, Sparkle & Glow Up, and Sip of the Week — each designed to inspire, encourage, and help you leave every episode with simple, practical takeaways you can easily implement in daily life.

Whether you’re in a season of growth, rest, or celebration, this space is for you.

Because every mile matters, every word counts, and life is meant to be lived with grace, joy, and a whole lot of celebrating. ✨🥂

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