Best Independent Podcast Network | Informed Pregnancy Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 456 Liberté Chan: Before Birth 50:35

2d ago50:35

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Liberté Chan is a former meteorologist and television reporter who’s preparing for the arrival of her first child via IVF. Now as a digital creator with a focus on fashion, travel, and wellness, she reflects on her work and her hopes and dreams for her new baby. Connect with the guest: @libertechan Life of Liberté on Youtube Want more pregnancy + p…

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[Revisit]: PPA/PPD Medication and Breastfeeding with Heather ONeal and Maureen Farrell 1:02:57

4d ago1:02:57

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Taking medication while breastfeeding, even taking something as common as Tylenol can be controversial. So what about parents on or who need to start taking medicine like Zoloft, Prozac or other psychotropic medications? Is it safe for both parent and new baby? Today we’re going to talk all about postpartum anxiety and postpartum depression medicat…

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Ep. 455 In Conversation with Jaime Lipsky Garcia 40:38

9d ago40:38

40:38

Jaime Lipsky Garcia was first trained as a lactation consultant and postpartum doula after becoming a mother herself. She shares about motherhood and her female owned and operated equine charity, an organization focusing on rehabbing and rehoming offtrack thoroughbred horses. Connect with Jamie: @jaimelipsgarcia @winplacehome winplacehome.org Want …

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Birth Story: Two Cesareans But Very Different Experiences with Laura Moore 57:50

12d ago57:50

57:50

Today, we’re diving into one of my favorite types of conversations- a community birth story. What makes this episode extra special is that it actually includes two birth stories. My guest reflects on both her first and second births, sharing how the challenges she faced during her initial pregnancy and postpartum experience shaped the decisions she…

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Ep. 454 How to Have an Empowered Hospital Birth with Hehe Stewart 52:50

17d ago52:50

52:50

Hehe Stewart is a doula, educator, and the founder of one of the most engaging birth communities online. In short, her goal is to empower women in medical settings. Today's conversation will help you feel more confident about advocating for your own preferences, reducing the risk of unnecessary interventions, and switching off people pleasing so yo…

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A Doula Should Not Be Your Sword and Shield! with Bec Conant 55:16

18d ago55:16

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Many times, I hear my prenatal students express feeling disconnected from their care provider or uneasy about hospital policies. However, they’ve hired a doula in hopes that that will help them navigate and achieve the birth experience they want. Today, we’re diving into how and why birth preparation goes beyond simply hiring a doula. To have this …

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Ep. 453 We have a brand new podcast! 30:58

23d ago30:58

30:58

One Way or a Mother is a new narrative podcast from Dr. Elliot Berlin, DC, host of The Informed Pregnancy Podcast. Each season is an intimate story of one woman, one pregnancy, and all of the preparations, emotions, and personal history leading up to the birth. Episodes feature the expectant mother along with her family, doctors, and birth work tea…

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The Pelvic Floor and Birth with Dr. Millie Schweky DPT, CPT 42:32

26d ago42:32

42:32

Today, we’re diving into the relationship between birth and the pelvic floor. First, we’ll cover the basics: What is the pelvic floor? What is its function? How does one even connect with their pelvic floor? We usually aren’t taught about the pelvic floor growing up, and lack an awareness of it, in part because it’s a group of muscles we do not see…

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Ep. 452 Obstetric Care: Behind the Curtain with Dr. Melissa Drake, MD 44:51

1M ago44:51

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Dr. Melissa Drake, MD pulls the curtain back on obstetric care and take us behind the scenes, discussing commonalities about the typical patient experience. Why do appointments feel rushed? Why do doctors seem burnt out? She discusses how she found herself drained by the demands of the modern medical system and decided to transform her practice mod…

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Is Our Current Parenting Culture Helping or Hurting Parents and Kids? with Emily Edlynn, PhD 53:54

1M ago53:54

53:54

Today, we’re diving into our current parenting culture- does it support or hinder parents and kids? To have this conversation with me today on Yoga|Birth|Babies I have Emily Edlynn, PhD. Emily is a licensed clinical psychologist, international speaker, co-host of the Psychologists Off the Clock podcast, and award-winning author of Autonomy-Supporti…

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Ep. 451 Innovation & Motherhood with Garrett Kusmierz 48:18

1M ago48:18

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Garrett Kusmierz conceived on her first try but it led to a challenging postpartum journey. Her experience inspired her to change careers and create innovative products for new parents, like a biodegradable postpartum bra. What comes next for this momtrepeneur? Connect with Garrett: @garrettnwood @kozekozemama @kozekozemama on TikTok kozekoze.com W…

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How To Financially Prepare for a Baby with Chelsea Brennan - A Revisit 55:56

1M ago55:56

55:56

Having a baby is expensive! So, how can we prepare for the expected and unexpected costs that come with having a child? In this episode of Yoga| Birth| Babies I speak with financial educator and founder of Smart Money Mamas Chelsea Brennan. From getting a clear picture of your current financial state, to understanding how to prioritize and prepare …

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Ep. 450 Navigating Stress with Dr. Alyssa Berlin, PsyD 44:21

2M ago44:21

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Dr. B is joined by special guest Dr. Alyssa Berlin, a perinatal psychologist, self trained chef, and his partner in parenthood as a mother of four. They discuss why stress, anxiety, and feelings of overwhelm are skyrocketing, especially for new parents, including clinical and non-clinical ways to reset and reclaim balance like culinary therapy and …

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Birth Story: A Sexy and Instinctual Birth with Meredith Witte 1:12:32

2M ago1:12:32

1:12:32

Today, we have a very special community birth story. I love when I get to hear the birth stories of not only our student community, but also of our teaching community. Today, we have a story of the latter! Today on Yoga|Birth|Babies I have Meredith Witte. Meredith Witte is a functional strength coach and a yoga instructor with a Master’s in Exercis…

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Ep. 449 Birthwork & Motherhood with Jennifer Campbell 41:19

2M ago41:19

41:19

Jennifer Campbell, a mother of eighteen (18!), might have the most unique background in birthwork. She discusses her work as a certified birth, bereavement, adoption, and surrogacy doula, childbirth educator, certified lactation educator, including how she's currently pursuing her IBCLC. Connect with the guest: @doulainreno, Facebook, doulainreno.c…

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Everything You Want to Know About VBACs with Meagan Heaton 54:58

2M ago54:58

54:58

Today, we're diving into the topic of VBACs—Vaginal Birth After Cesareans. We'll explore the most common reasons for cesarean births, as well as the risks and benefits of choosing a VBAC. Additionally, we'll discuss factors that might make someone risk out of a VBAC, and compare those risks to those of a repeat cesarean. To have this conversation t…

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Ep. 448 Somersaults and a VBAC with Isabelle Kosciusko 54:19

2M ago54:19

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Creative director and product designer Isabelle Kosciusko discusses her recent pregnancy and birth when, despite aiming for a VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean), her baby wouldn't stop doing somersaults. Connect with the guest: @isabellekm and isabellek.design Ohm Mama: Dr. B's birth meditation as mentioned by Isabelle Want more pregnancy + parent…

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Insider Tips from a Labor & Delivery Nurse with Caitlin Jeanmougin 59:28

2M ago59:28

59:28

The other day I overheard some students discussing whether to hire a doula for their birth, or rely on the support of labor and delivery staff. As L&D nurse experiences vary from hospital to hospital, I felt this was an important topic to explore. In this episode, we’ll dive into the role of a labor and delivery nurse, what to expect, and some insi…

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Ep. 447 Navigating Hyperemesis Gravidarum with Dr. Arielle Mitton 38:25

2M ago38:25

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Dr. Arielle Mitton is an internal medicine physician and board member of The HER Foundation (Hyperemesis Education and Research). She discusses the unexpected hurdles in her own pregnancy, including secondary infertility, which led her to a deep desire help others navigate hyperemesis gravidarum. Connect with the guest: @rainbowsurrobaby The HER Fo…

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[REVISIT]: How To Use Spinning Babies for A Smoother, More Balanced, and More Efficient Birth with Gail Tully 1:13:47

2M ago1:13:47

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If you could choose between a functional efficient labor or a dysfunctional and inefficient labor, I’m guessing you would choose functional and efficient labor. I have been to many births as a doula and I’ve had 2 kids of my own. While the body may need time to open to let the baby descend and rotate, it can be a lot on the parents and support team…

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Ep. 456 Liberté Chan: Before Birth 50:35

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[Revisit]: PPA/PPD Medication and Breastfeeding with Heather ONeal and Maureen Farrell 1:02:57

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Ep. 455 In Conversation with Jaime Lipsky Garcia 40:38

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Birth Story: Two Cesareans But Very Different Experiences with Laura Moore 57:50

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Ep. 454 How to Have an Empowered Hospital Birth with Hehe Stewart 52:50

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A Doula Should Not Be Your Sword and Shield! with Bec Conant 55:16

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Ep. 453 We have a brand new podcast! 30:58

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The Pelvic Floor and Birth with Dr. Millie Schweky DPT, CPT 42:32

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Ep. 452 Obstetric Care: Behind the Curtain with Dr. Melissa Drake, MD 44:51

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Is Our Current Parenting Culture Helping or Hurting Parents and Kids? with Emily Edlynn, PhD 53:54

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Ep. 451 Innovation & Motherhood with Garrett Kusmierz 48:18

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How To Financially Prepare for a Baby with Chelsea Brennan - A Revisit 55:56

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Ep. 450 Navigating Stress with Dr. Alyssa Berlin, PsyD 44:21

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Birth Story: A Sexy and Instinctual Birth with Meredith Witte 1:12:32

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Ep. 449 Birthwork & Motherhood with Jennifer Campbell 41:19

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Everything You Want to Know About VBACs with Meagan Heaton 54:58

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Ep. 448 Somersaults and a VBAC with Isabelle Kosciusko 54:19

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Insider Tips from a Labor & Delivery Nurse with Caitlin Jeanmougin 59:28

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Ep. 447 Navigating Hyperemesis Gravidarum with Dr. Arielle Mitton 38:25

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[REVISIT]: How To Use Spinning Babies for A Smoother, More Balanced, and More Efficient Birth with Gail Tully 1:13:47

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