Can a first-time mom really give birth to a breech baby at home—peacefully, confidently, and without fear?
It sounds impossible in today’s world, where medicalized birth often feels like the only “safe” option. But Tayler Magee’s story flips that narrative on its head. In this powerful episode of the Pain Free Birth podcast, Tayler shares how she went from paralyzing fear of childbirth to experiencing a calm, pain-free, unmedicated breech birth in her own home. Her journey is a testament to what happens when a woman educates herself, honors her intuition, and leans into God’s design for birth.
If you’ve ever felt anxious about the idea of birth—especially if you’re facing a breech presentation—Tayler’s story will expand your view of what’s possible. Her words are a gentle invitation to let go of fear, trust your body, and believe that birth can be powerful, peaceful, and even enjoyable.
Rewiring the Fear of Birth: Tayler’s Journey Before Pregnancy
For Tayler, her birth story didn’t begin with a positive pregnancy test. It began years earlier, when she realized just how deeply afraid she was of giving birth. She had always loved the idea of having children, but that love was buried under layers of anxiety, trauma, and cultural conditioning. Her fear became so overwhelming that she eventually convinced herself—and her husband—that she didn’t want to have kids at all.
But deep down, she knew the truth: she wanted to be a mother. She just didn’t know how to overcome the fear that was stealing that dream. So, she began a slow and intentional journey of healing. Tayler immersed herself in books, followed empowering birth accounts on Instagram, and listened to countless stories of women who had given birth peacefully and naturally. The more she learned about the physiology of birth and God’s design for the female body, the more she began to believe that her body wasn’t broken—it was brilliantly made.
This wasn’t a quick fix. Tayler worked through her fears over the course of several years. But each time she read another testimony or learned something new about how the body works in labor, her confidence grew. She realized that most of her fears were rooted in a culture that views birth as a medical crisis rather than a natural, God-designed process. And slowly, she began to reclaim her power.
Creating Safety in the Body Before Labor Begins
By the time Tayler became pregnant, she had already done a significant amount of mental and emotional work. But she didn’t stop there. She knew that for birth to be peaceful, her body needed to feel safe. And safety doesn’t begin on the day labor starts—it’s built over time through intentional preparation and care.
Tayler’s background in women’s health coaching and integrative nutrition gave her a strong foundation to support her body physically throughout pregnancy. She prioritized nutrient-dense food, gentle movement, and daily practices that supported both her physical and emotional well-being. She focused on rest, stress reduction, and creating a calm internal environment that would help her body feel safe enough to open and birth with ease.
But Tayler didn’t just nourish her body—she nourished her soul. She spent time in prayer, grounded herself in Scripture, and cultivated a deep sense of spiritual trust. She intentionally made space for joy, laughter, and connection in her daily life. And perhaps most importantly, she paid attention to her nervous system, working to create emotional safety by identifying triggers, processing fears, and surrounding herself with encouragement.
All of this preparation was her way of saying: “I trust you, body. I trust You, God. I trust that this is how it’s supposed to be.”
From Fear of Birth to Breech Birth Confidence
At 28 weeks, Tayler learned that her baby was breech.
Like many women, she initially panicked—because everything she had ever heard told her that a breech baby meant an automatic C-section. But instead of spiraling, she went back to what had dismantled fear the first time: education and testimony.
She listened to other women’s breech birth stories, including ones on the Pain Free Birth podcast. She followed accounts like @breechwithoutborders and read stories that proved vaginal breech birth was not only possible but safe for low-risk pregnancies.
“I decided, if I birth him breech, then I trust God, I trust my body, and I know it will be used to encourage someone else,” she said.
Protecting Her Peace: Why She Didn’t Tell Anyone Her Baby Was Breech
When Tayler and her husband made the decision to move forward with a home birth despite the breech presentation, they did something incredibly counter-cultural: they didn’t tell anyone. Not friends. Not extended family. Not even people who had been following her pregnancy journey online. Why? Because peace is fragile in birth preparation—and fear is contagious.
Tayler knew that even well-meaning comments like “Are you sure that’s safe?” or “I’d never take that risk” could sow doubt in her mind and disrupt the calm confidence she had spent years building. She made a conscious choice to guard her heart and her energy by limiting whose voices she allowed in during this sacred season. Only those who were fully supportive and aligned with her beliefs were invited into the inner circle of her pregnancy and birth.
Instead of debating her decision, she focused on creating an environment that would nurture her trust. She curated her birth team with intention, shared empowering videos with her mom and sister (who would be present at the birth), and surrounded herself with people who believed in her body and in God’s design. By protecting her peace, she gave herself the space to birth without fear, interference, or second-guessing. Her story is a reminder that you don’t owe anyone an explanation for your birth choices—and that sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is quietly walk in your convictions.
How Tayler Prepared Mentally and Spiritually for a Positive Birth
Tayler didn’t just prepare physically—she worked on building emotional resilience.
She told her doula and husband that if fear came up during labor, she would name it out loud. And when it did—twice—she voiced it immediately.
The result? The fear dissolved.
“Fear loses power when it’s brought into the light,” Tayler shared. Her doula’s gentle reminders—“This is normal. Your body was made for this”—allowed her to stay relaxed and in control.
What a Breech Labor Felt Like: Waves, Worship, and Deep Peace
Tayler’s labor began subtly the night before her due date. She gardened, meal prepped, and listened to worship music as her early contractions built gradually. She entered active labor around 4:30 PM, transitioned by 8:45 PM, and was pushing by 9:30 PM.
What stood out most?
“There were no thoughts, no fear—just surrender.”
She compared the rhythm of her contractions to waves: powerful yet predictable. “A few deep breaths, and it was over.” Even in transition, she remained calm and connected, using movement and breath to ride each surge.
The Moment of Birth: A Breech Baby, Born in Peace
Tayler birthed her baby at 10:30 PM, about 24 hours after early labor began. Her baby was born breech—bottom first, legs flopping out, then the head delivered with a gentle assist from the midwives.
Because gravity aids breech birth, she delivered outside of the tub, kneeling beside her bed, supported by her husband and surrounded by salt lamp lighting and serenity.
“It just felt normal,” she said. “Nothing felt dangerous or rare—it felt like my body doing exactly what it was designed to do.”
What Tayler Wants Every Woman to Know About Breech Birth
Here’s the truth Tayler wants to shout from the rooftops:
“Your body isn’t broken. Your baby isn’t wrong for being breech. You are not reckless for trusting your body.”
She emphasized the importance of education, intuition, and choosing care providers who are aligned with your values. “Ask questions. If they’re uncomfortable with something you’re considering, that’s not your team.”
She also encouraged women to protect their peace, curate their support team, and never underestimate the intelligence of their own body—or their baby’s instincts.
How to Handle Fear During Labor: Tayler’s Top Tip
Tayler’s advice? Start practicing emotional intuition before birth.
“Get used to vocalizing your feelings now. Learn how to ask for help. If you can’t do that during pregnancy, it’s going to be really hard to do it during labor.”
Her story proves that even when fear shows up, you can move through it with peace. It’s not about avoiding fear—it’s about responding to it with trust and truth.
Final Words of Encouragement for Moms Facing a Breech Baby
If you’re facing a breech diagnosis or questioning whether you can trust your body:
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Surround yourself with testimonies and positive birth stories.
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Don’t wait to dismantle fear—start now.
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Protect your peace. Limit the voices in your birth space.
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Ask questions. Trust your gut. Advocate for the care you deserve.
Most importantly, believe that you were designed for this.
More about Tayler Magee:
Tayler is an integrative nutrition coach and personal trainer who is passionate about helping women find freedom and fulfillment through nourishment—both on and off the plate. After coming off birth control, she spent a year working to restore her cycle and eventually received her first positive pregnancy test. She went on to have an energized, healthy pregnancy and a home birth with a breech baby that exceeded every expectation and prayer she had.
This life-changing journey has deeply impacted her work as a health coach. Through the transformation she experienced and the knowledge she gained, Tayler went from a woman weighed down by endometriosis, hypothyroidism, and metabolic dysfunction—and paralyzed by a fear of birth—to someone who found freedom through intentional nourishment and education. Today, she supports other women in building unwavering confidence in their bodies by combining faith, functional wellness, and holistic preparation.
Instagram: @taylershealthhub
Website: www.taylershealthhub.com
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