Meet Your Host

Anni is a mom, spouse of an Active Duty Marine, and an avid birth nerd. She got hooked on listening to birth stories while pregnant for the first time-- what began as a pregnancy filled with fear and apprehension became one of excitement and motivation, after learning (through birth stories!) about all the ways that birth can be an empowering and transformative experience. Since then, she's seen the many ways that the pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience is uniquely challenging for the military community. This podcast was born out of the desire to provide community, resources, and specialized support for military members, spouses, dependents, and veterans who are navigating this sacred phase of life.

In addition to this podcast, Anni works as Director of Development at Lead Liberated, an educational nonprofit based in Oakland, CA. Outside of family life, work, and podcasting, you can find her volunteering with the USMC PCS Advocacy Council, arranging music for her college a cappella group, doing a crossword puzzle, or out exploring Okinawa, where she currently lives with her husband, daughter, and two dogs.