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Birth, Baby!

Ciarra Morgan and Samantha Kelly

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Welcome to Birth, Baby!, your go-to podcast hosted by Ciarra Morgan and Samantha Kelly, seasoned birth doulas and childbirth educators from Austin, Texas. Join us as we navigate the intricate journey of pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care, offering invaluable insights and expert advice. Through candid interviews, personal anecdotes, and evidence-backed content, we aim to empower families with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions. Whether you're seeking guidance on prenat ...
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Are you feeling unprepared, uniformed, or even scared of an upcoming birth? The Preparing for Childbirth podcast is just for you! Host, Jenny Childs, will help you to gain a better understanding of God’s amazing design for childbirth, and to learn how to prepare for the unknown, handle the pain and lean into God’s character through it all. Jenny loves childbirth, has served as a doula, and for the past five plus years has been helping couples in her church prepare for the important & transfo ...
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Your guide to pregnancy and gentle birth. Host Deborah Flowers is both a Registered Nurse and a Certified Professional Midwife at The Farm Community, internationally known as the home of Spiritual Midwifery. Co-host Ibu Robin Lim was recognized as the 2011 CNN Hero of the Year for her work as the founder of the Bumi Sehat Clinic Birth Center and Clinic in Bali, Indonesia. Topics for Season 1 include Choosing a Care Provider, the Safety of Home Birth, Prenatal Care Not Prenatal Scare, and Bir ...
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Prepare

Mercy Perinatal

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“Prepare” is the Mercy Perinatal podcast dedicated to helping parents prepare for the journey of pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenthood. “Prepare” is hosted by Dr Rangi De Silva (specialist female obstetrician and gynaecologist) and Alison Abboud (registered midwife and nurse) who are joined by special guests along the way. We know that becoming a parent can be an exciting but daunting experience. We've created this podcast to provide parents with the information and resources they need ...
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Preggie Pals: Your Pregnancy, Your Way

New Mommy Media | Independent Podcast Network

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We educate and entertain expectant mothers and those hoping to become pregnant. Each episode features a panel of pregnant women, at various stages and trimesters, as well as experienced moms and experts. Together they explore topics aimed to embrace pregnancy and encourage women to pursue their individual childbirth choices.
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A podcast dedicated to helping you have a healthy pregnancy, confident childbirth and strong recovery. In this podcast, we will cover the strategies to help you stay healthy and active during pregnancy, and confidently recover after childbirth, so that you can get back to your old (new) self, with a bubba by your side. You will find some amazing interviews with professionals covering breastfeeding with lactation consultants, childbirth with midwives and doctors, as well as birth stories from ...
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This podcast is for you if you’ve experienced challenges on your pregnancy journey such as pregnancy or infant loss, infertility, health conditions that impact fertility, a traumatic pregnancy or birth, etc. My name is Natalee Facey and I’m a mom to two angel babies, Resilience Coach, Birth Doula, and Inner Healing Guide. I believe that any experience that brings us unimaginable pain also has the potential to connect us to our deepest source of power. My work is to walk with you through it a ...
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Beth Connors is a certified nurse midwife, birth doula, childbirth educator, and girl mom. Every week, Your Birth Bestie, shares practical pregnancy tips, personal birth stories, and dives deep into informed and empowering maternity care to help you have the best labor and delivery experience. Tune in for expert insights and trusted support through every stage of pregnancy, birth, and parenthood! Get answers to all your pregnancy questions including: What pregnancy and labor interventions ar ...
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Dads talking about their experience of witnessing childbirth. Men have been attending the birth of their children for 50 years yet there isn’t a lot of information about what to expect and what we can do to help! This podcast aims to change the way men approach childbirth through the sharing of birth stories. See also: https://birthingdads.com.au for more details.
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Motherhood Flow with Hannah Gill | VBAC Doula and Birth Educator

Hannah Gill | VBAC Mom, VBAC Doula, and Childbirth Educator. Your go-to VBAC podcast with a bit of the ebbs and flows of pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and motherhood.

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Welcome to Motherhood Flow, your go-to parenting podcast with a good mix of VBAC preparation tips and VBAC birth stories. While I focus heavily on VBAC and prevention of unnecessary c-sections, you can bet I'll be discussing topics from preconception to birth, to mothering toddlers and navigating your relationship after children, I cover it all here. Get ready for insightful conversations, expert interviews, and personal stories. Motherhood Flow is your space to walk through birth and mother ...
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Birth is amazing, beautiful, wonderful . . . and it can throw you for a loop! Despite our very best birth “plans,” we can find ourselves taking some twist and turns during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum that we don’t expect. Enter the Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy Podcast! Hey mama! My name is Stephanie, and I’m a mom of three boys, a professional doula, childbirth educator, and the creator of the Online Birth Course - My Essential Birth www.myessentialbirth.com. I love to help mothers just ...
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Discover a Conscious Path to Modern Motherhood. Mystical Motherhood is your all-in-one guide to spiritual pregnancy, conscious conception, modern motherhood, and rediscovering your sacred feminine. This is radical revolutionary spirituality. Hello, I’m Pritam Atma. I’m a Nurse Practitioner, a healer, mother, and author. I help women around the world create a happy, healthy, and conscious family through coaching, books, and educational materials. My work is based on both Western medicine and ...
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Welcome to Ask the Doulas! This podcast is tailored to expectant parents and those with newborns or toddlers at home. It is also great for those who are in the early stages of their fertility journeys. Gain insights and guidance from the experts themselves on becoming a parent no matter if this is your first baby or your fifth. The featured doulas offer trusted support, sharing effective self-care and early parenting approaches. Let them be your trusted coaches as you make optimal decisions ...
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Pour yourself a cuppa and enjoy the experience of listening to Lesley Pascuzzi, Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator talk with various guests on the main topics emerging from Lamaze Australia's recent survey on the experiences of pregnant women and new parents during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Gain some evidence based knowledge and confidence as you approach labour, birth and the 4th Trimester with your baby.
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How do I actually push during labor? Should I get an epidural? Why is breastfeeding so hard? What exactly is Pitocin, and how much will induce labor? Is there a secret to having a successful VBAC? What happens if I poop during labor *shudder*? And oh yeah, how do I take care of a newborn? I know you’ve got a ton of questions and fears when it comes to giving birth. How? Because I’ve delivered thousands of babies as a labor nurse! I’ve seen it all...and as @labor.nurse.mama on IG, I’ve helped ...
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Epidemic Belfast

Ulster University

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Epidemic Belfast raises difficult and challenging questions about Northern Ireland's medical history, from the 19th century to COVID. In each episode, experts examine themes including the health of Belfast's mill workers, asylums, Victorian anti-vaxxers, 'cures' and shock therapies for homosexuality, the thalidomide tragedy, lobotomies, prison doctors during the Troubles and the AIDS crisis.
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Start to Stop Toddler Breastfeeding

Jenna Wolfe, Certified Lactation Counselor (CBI) and Certified Purejoy Parent Coach

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Start to Stop Toddler Breastfeeding by Jenna Wolfe is dedicated to supporting moms breastfeeding and weaning their older babies, toddlers and preschoolers, and those who are hoping to make it that far and want to set themselves up for success. You wanted to breastfeed for years, not months, but I bet you didn’t expect gymnurstrics, skin crawling with every latch, nipple twiddling, meltdowns, and still having sleepless nights. In this podcast you will find everything you need to extended brea ...
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Trish welcomes Dr. Stephanie Lopez, a former NASA psychologist turned healing coach specializing in helping daughters of narcissistic mothers. Dr. Steph explains her journey from working at NASA to becoming a healing coach, driven by her own experiences with anxiety and emotional breakdowns. This conversation covers practical strategies for managin…
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In this episode of the Birth, Baby! Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Emily Turinas. She graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with her PhD in counseling psychology. Dr. Turinas brings her expertise and passion for helping individuals heal from trauma. From understanding the psychological impact of traumatic birth experiences to seeking ther…
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In this episode, Ali is joined again by guest co-host, Professor Sue Walker AO, maternal fetal medicine sub-specialist at the Mercy Hospital for Women, and Co-Director of Mercy Perinatal. Ali and Sue discuss Miscarriage and address key questions, such as: What is Miscarriage? Why do they occur? What is the treatment for a Miscarriage? What is invol…
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In today's birth story, Whitni found out her baby had velamentous cord insertion. She and her husband took the birth course and used the knowledge and confidence they gained to work through all of the possible outcomes this diagnosis meant for her pregnancy, labor, and baby’s birth. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Post…
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In this episode, Ciarra and Samantha interview k'mae martinez (she/they) about the practice of belly binding. k’mae is multiracial birth and postpartum doula, a space holder for those amidst transition, a womb tender, aspiring herbalist, and belly binding practitioner in kinship with the rebozo. Her work is rooted in the reclamation of Sacredness t…
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Kristin Revere and Mariela De Santiago discuss how preparation during pregnancy can impact your postnatal recovery phase. Mariela hosts the New Mom Podcast and is the founder of the Carlsbad Mom Crew. Please leave a review on our podcast if you enjoyed this episode, so we can reach more listeners like you! Subscribe to our newsletter, check out our…
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Send us a Text Message. Join this conversation with midwife Amber Gibson, where we discuss antenatal expressing and preparation for breastfeeding during pregnancy. Some topics we discuss include: Benefits of antenatal expressing When NOT to do antenatal expressing When to start antenatal expressing Hand expressing of colostrum Preparing for breastf…
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Have you hired your doula and are waiting for the big day your little one decides to arrive! Did you know your Doula can do more for you than just support the birth you want? Today’s episode is all about knowing the things your doula can do for you during labor and for your postpartum! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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In this episode, I speak with Mary Farrelly, a certified Level IV NICU nurse and trained doula, about the crucial topic of navigating the NICU. We dive into: What is the NICU (neonatal intensive care unit)? How common is it for a baby to need NICU support? Essential tips on how families can prepare for a NICU stay in advance (even for an unexpected…
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Curious about some of those weird skin changes during pregnancy? Listen to today's episode as I briefly highlight a few pregnancy skin issues you may not know about. Cherry Angiomas Melasma (Mask of Pregnancy) Skin Tags PUPPP Rash vs. Pemphigoid Gestationis (PG) Eczema You probably aren't the only mom out there looking at your skin thinking, "What …
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Trish dives into how to embrace labor pain and shift your mindset to prepare for a positive childbirth experience. In this teaching, Trish explains the difference between pain tolerance and pain threshold, emphasizing the unique nature of labor pain that requires embracing rather than escaping. Trish introduces the importance of mindset, confidence…
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The Center for Birth Healing was founded by Lynn Schulte, a pelvic health physical therapist specializing in pregnancy and postpartum care. In this episode we speak about the power of the pelvic bowl and how to heal on a deeper level. You can visit Lynn's center HERE and have a Telehealth session with her from any location to help you with the foll…
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Diamond Williams shares her personal journey of multiple pregnancies, miscarriages, and the inspiration behind writing her book. She emphasizes the importance of open dialogue and support for those experiencing pregnancy loss. Diamond turned to writing as a way to heal and found solace in sharing her story with others. Diamond reflects on the need …
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Dr. Freeze is the founder and president of Breech Without Borders, which is dedicated to breech training, education, and advocacy. We talk about what mamas can do if they are coming up to birth and baby is breech, what the risks are, and what having a breech birth looks like. Where to find Rixa: Website Instagram Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth…
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Emily Cleghorn shares her personal story of overcoming trauma and discusses the importance of support during motherhood on the latest episode of Ask the Doulas. She also discusses navigating triggers and tantrums as you heal your childhood trauma in the midst of early parenting. Emily is the founder of Mindful Soul Wellness. Please leave a review o…
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Are you a pregnant mom feeling overwhelmed or unprepared for your breastfeeding journey? I have been there twice before, but there is a way to have more support and information before your baby arrives. I am on this journey with you with baby number three due in a few days! In this episode, we’ll dive into prenatal lactation education with our spec…
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Send us a Text Message. Join this conversation with Kristy Miller who has had 4 pregnancies, including 2 of her own children, followed by being a surrogate / gestational carrier to two babies. Kristy, a member inside FitNest Mama, shares her story about becoming a surrogate, how she prepared for birth, and how she managed her postpartum recovery. K…
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You've just peed on the stick and it's positive. Now what? Most care providers will schedule your first prenatal appointment at the eight-week mark. So, what are you supposed to do in the meantime? We're answering some of the main questions you'll have during this time, especially if this is your first baby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit …
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Trish welcomes Erin Moore, a pediatric nurse practitioner, certified lactation counselor, and mom of two for a real conversation about the complexities of those early days of breastfeeding. Trish shares her personal struggles in her breastfeeding journey while Erin provides shame-free, expert advice on handling unexpected challenges when it comes t…
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In this episode, Ali is joined again by guest co-host, Professor Sue Walker AO, maternal fetal medicine sub-specialist at the Mercy Hospital for Women, and Co-Director of Mercy Perinatal. Ali and Sue discuss Fetal Growth Restriction answer your burning questions, such as: What is Fetal Growth Restriction (FGR)? How is FGR detected? What are the cau…
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Kristin Revere and Jodi Graves of Michigan Family Doulas discuss the importance of postnatal and prenatal nutrition. They also talk about the role of the postpartum doula and how they can support families after baby arrives on the latest episode of Ask the Doulas. Please leave a review on our podcast if you enjoyed this episode, so we can reach mor…
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Send us a Text Message. In this podcast episode today I chat with Physio Fiona from Grdle Pelvic Belt and we all things pelvic girdle pain during pregnancy. Listen to this episode where we discuss: what is pelvic girdle pain? how common is pelvic girdle pain? when does pelvic girdle pain start during pregnancy? what are some treatment options for p…
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In this enlightening episode of Birth, Baby! Podcast, we welcome Gina Mundy, a distinguished attorney, bestselling author, and devoted mother of three. Join us as Gina shares her invaluable insights and proactive strategies for ensuring a safe and empowered birth experience. As an attorney specializing in childbirth cases, Gina brings over two deca…
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It's one thing to find out you're pregnant, but what do you do when you're pregnant with twins?! Natalie Diaz, founder of Twiniversity, gives us all her tips and advice for pregnancy with multiples. As a twin mom herself, she's got great advice that you will want to hear! Where to find Natalie: Website Instagram What to Do When You're Having Two Li…
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Have you ever wondered how your baby’s position during pregnancy can affect your labor and delivery experience? Many expecting moms are curious about the best ways to make sure their baby is in the best position for a smoother birth. In this episode, we’ll dive into what you need to know about baby positioning and how you can encourage the best out…
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Having more than one child can make pregnancy a bit more challenging. When and how do you tell your other children that you're pregnant? How involved should they be in your pregnancy? And how do you have enough energy to physically take care of your kids while growing another one? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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You don't have to smile. You don't. I've been sitting with what it would be like to have a world where we can each show up with all the emotions that are present with us—showing up with the grief, the regret, the fear, the frustration—without feeling the need to "fix" yourself or those emotions before being in the room again. This episode explores …
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Today Trish talks about the importance of monitoring fetal movements to ensure your baby's health. She provides practical advice on how to perform fetal movement counts, emphasizing that all movements, excluding hiccups, should be noted. Trish explains that regular monitoring, after 27-28 weeks, can significantly reduce the risk of stillbirth by 30…
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Postpartum is really a time for mom to be healing, and for bonding to happen between mom, baby, and birth partner. It's this sacred space that you get to enjoy together as a family. There are some things that make it go well, and there are some things that can make it not go as well. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Pos…
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In this candid and heartfelt episode of Birth, Baby! Podcast, we delve into Cory's empowering birth story, filled with unexpected twists and valuable lessons. Join us as Cory bravely shares her journey of pregnancy and childbirth, where her initial choice of OB led to a series of interventions she hadn't anticipated. Tune in to hear Cory's honest a…
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If you want a home-like birth experience in the hospital setting, this episode is for you! Join me as I share my home birth preparation tips and how they aren’t much different than how I would plan for another hospital experience. Many women want the intimacy, atmosphere, and autonomy of a home birth, but it's not always the right fit for everyone.…
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Send us a Text Message. Motherhood is busy, and finding the time to exercise with a baby and toddler can sometimes be a challenge. Join me in this episode today where I answer this listener question and I chat through 4 tips to help you find the time (and energy) to exercise as a busy mum. LINKS: Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial…
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Kristin Revere and Jessie Jaskulsy discuss the types of surrogacy and options for families in this informative Ask the Doulas episode. Jessie also gives her top tips for families who are considering surrogacy. Jessi owns Surrogacy Simplified Please leave a review on our podcast if you enjoyed this episode, so we can reach more listeners like you! S…
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Pregnancy expectations when it comes to adopting a kid. Whether you are pregnant now after adopting a child or have always dreamed of welcoming your home to a child by adopting as well as experiencing pregnancy and birth you’ve come to the right place! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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So today we're going to be talking about a topic that I talked quite a bit about last month on my Instagram, but I recently archived the majority of my posts. So the post isn't there anymore, but I talked about it in my stories a little bit, and it's about how, you know, if you're done having kids, I feel like this is a question that So many of us …
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Trish speaks with Paulette Kamenecka, a mother of two, author, and the podcast host of , “What You Didn’t Expect in Fertility, Pregnancy, and Birth”. Paulette has navigated a chain of unexpected events in her pregnancy, introducing her to autoimmune diseases, high risk pregnancy, neonatology, and the general state of medical care that is available …
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Join us for a crucial episode of Birth, Baby! Podcast as we unravel the importance of kick counting in pregnancy. Many expectant parents have heard about kick counting but may feel unsure about how to effectively practice it. That's why we're thrilled to have Kimberly Isburg, an expert from Count The Kicks, to guide us through this essential prenat…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode I chat with Simone Holtznagel, who shares her pregnancy journey, birth story and recovery journey, with baby Gia being born at the end of March. Simone Holtznagel is one of Australia’s media personalities, and has appeared in shows such as 'Australia’s Next Top Model' and 'I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here'.…
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While there are so many amazing things to appreciate about pregnancy, there are also a few complaints that many women have. We compiled a list of the Top 10 Complaints that we've gotten in our messages about pregnancy and have some practical tips on how to cope with them! Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Postpartum Cour…
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In this insightful episode of Birth, Baby! Podcast, we dive deep into the often-contemplated decision of whether to have siblings present during the birth of a new baby. Join us as we welcome back the esteemed midwife, Leonora Colen, from Home Birth Honey in Austin, Texas, to explore the nuanced pros and cons of this unique birthing experience. In …
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Kristin Revere and Alexandra Francis discuss postpartum recovery traditions worldwide and the need for holistic postpartum support models like Mamahaven. Alexandra also owns Our Hummingbird. Please leave a review on our podcast if you enjoyed this episode, so we can reach more listeners like you! Subscribe to our newsletter, check out Kristin’s bir…
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Pregnant moms often wonder if it’s worth it to collect colostrum during pregnancy? Or maybe you’re completely new to the idea of hand expression during pregnancy! In this episode, we delve into the benefits, methods, and reasons behind colostrum harvesting. Join us as we explore this valuable practice that can provide a great start for your newborn…
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Whether you choose to birth in a hospital, birth center or home, there are small things you can do to help make your birth experience as calm and comfortable as possible. How can we tame our five senses so we can relax more easily? Can aromatherapy and essential oils help your labor progress faster? Does special lighting help with pain management? …
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The Center for Birth Healing was founded by Lynn Schulte, a pelvic health physical therapist specializing in pregnancy and postpartum care. In this episode we speak about the power of the pelvic bowl and how to heal on a deeper level. You can visit Lynn's center HERE and have a Telehealth session with her from any location to help you with the foll…
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