Culturally we’re wired to accept these fearful misconceptions about labor — TV shows and movies often portray childbirth as a horror show with women screaming in gut-wrenching pain. The key to reclaiming birth as a normal, natural, sacred part of life is to reconnect with your innate wisdom. Even when medical interventions are necessary for the safety of mom or baby, the sacred nature of birth can be preserved. Here are 10 practices to help you experience birth as a sacred journey: We are all the guardians of this sacred event. Regardless of the location or circumstances, it’s imperative to safeguard the sacredness of birth.