Birth Podcasts

Updated May 1, 2024

Have you heard all of these Birth Podcasts? We know you'll find some new shows. We put together 25 of the top ones.

Birthful

In the podcast “Birthful,” Adriana Lozada talks about birth, pregnancy, and parenting. She interviews experts and real parents about their experiences and how they've navigated through the world of childbirth. She discusses the emotional and physical aspects of childbirth as well as the different choices that parents can make when it comes to their labor and delivery. She also covers topics like postpartum depression and the importance of self-care for new parents. Ultimately, Adriana wants to empower women to make informed decisions when it comes to their pregnancy and childbirth experience.

Birthing Instincts

This podcast, hosted by Soulfire Productions, features a conversation between Dr. Stuart Fischbein and Midwife Blyss Young about birthing instincts. In the podcast, Dr. Fischbein and Blyss discuss why birthing instincts are so important, how to recognize and trust them, and how to use them to support expectant mothers. They also discuss how birthing instincts can help women have more positive birthing experiences, and how they can be used to safely and effectively manage labor and delivery. Finally, they talk about how to support mothers who are struggling to trust their instincts, and offer practical advice for partners, doulas and others who are supporting a birthing mother.

Free Birth Society

The Free Birth Society podcast explores the various aspects of free birth, an alternative birthing practice that supports women in having a safe, supported, and empowering birth experience outside of the medical system. Hosted by Arisika Razak and Lucina Mofya, the podcast features conversations with free birth advocates and supporters, as well as discussions on topics such as the history of free birth, the importance of informed choice, and the challenges of parenting after a free birth. The hosts share their personal stories of free birth and discuss how to handle the potential risks and benefits of the experience. Additionally, the podcast aims to bring visibility to the practice of free birth and to help build a global community of free birth supporters.

Down to Birth

In this episode of the podcast “Down to Birth,” Cynthia Overgard and Trisha Ludwig discuss the importance of advocating for yourself and your birth plan during labor and delivery. They talk about how to choose a healthcare provider, navigate the medical system, and understand your rights as a patient. They also discuss the prenatal journey and how to prepare for labor and delivery, as well as the importance of creating a birth plan that honors your wishes and supports your body’s natural process. Lastly, they touch on how to handle labor and delivery if you don’t get the birth experience you had hoped for.

Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy

This podcast from My Essential Birth is an in-depth look at topics related to pregnancy and childbirth. Hosted by experienced midwife and doula, Marcie Macari, the podcast covers topics like the importance of nutrition, labor positions, birth options, and postpartum care. Through interviews with experts, stories from real-life mothers, and checklists, listeners gain valuable insights and knowledge to help them make informed decisions about their pregnancy and delivery. The podcast is designed to empower mothers and partners with the knowledge and confidence to make the best decisions for their bodies and their babies.

Birth Story Podcast

Heidi Snyderburn's Birth Story Podcast is a collection of inspiring and uplifting stories about women's birth experiences. Each episode features an interview with a mother who shares her personal story, and the podcast covers a range of topics such as home birth, cesarean section, breastfeeding, postpartum depression, and more. Through these stories, listeners are able to learn from other women's experiences and gain perspective on their own unique journey. The podcast also offers insight and advice from experts in the field, as well as resources and support for women who are expecting or who are new mothers.