Your Midwives' Favorite Birth Podcasts for an Empowered Pregnancy
We regularly are asked: “What are some good birth podcasts for me to listen to?”
We love this question because there is so much beautiful storytelling, wisdom, and evidence-based conversation happening in the "birthy" podcast world right now! A podcast is a perfect companion for you to learn, get empowered, and hear diverse birth stories.
This month, we're sharing our midwives’ favorite birth podcasts (and a few specific episodes we return to again and again). Whether you're pregnant, actively preparing for birth, or simply love learning, we hope you enjoy working your way through this curated list of our favorite resources!
As always, take what lands and simply leave what doesn't. You are the expert on your own birth!
1. Deep Dives into Women's Health & Hormones
Podcast Recommendation: On Health for Women - Aviva Romm
This podcast is a treasure trove of information that goes far beyond just birth. Dr. Aviva Romm is an MD, midwife, and herbalist, offering a truly integrative and comprehensive look at women's well-being. This is essential listening for any woman looking for holistic women's health advice, hormonal balance, and natural pregnancy support.
2. Fascinating Facts & Birth Science
Podcast Recommendation: Radiolab
While not strictly a "birth podcast," Radiolab's episodes on the body and science are incredible for understanding the deep biology of pregnancy and early life. Here we suggest two specific, must-listen episodes for pregnant people and birth workers:
“Everybody’s Got One”: A fascinating deep dive into the placenta—the temporary organ that sustains life.
”The Elixir of Life”: An incredible look at the science and history of breastmilk and its unique properties.
3. Empowering Choices: Homebirth, Pain Management, and Advocacy
This list is a powerhouse for anyone exploring non-conventional paths, seeking empowered homebirth stories, or navigating the medical system:
Pain Free Birth: Focused on pain management techniques and tools to help you reframe and own your labor experience.
Happy Homebirth: A fantastic resource for natural homebirth guidance, tips, and inspiring stories from real families.
The Great Birth Rebellion: A strong advocate for patient rights, challenging the status quo, and promoting birth autonomy and choice.
Aligned Birth: Dedicated to helping parents make informed, conscious decisions about their birth plan and overall pregnancy experience.
4. Instincts, Evidence, and Midwifery Wisdom
This podcast is perfect for tapping into your primal knowledge and trusting the inherent power of the body. It encourages listeners to move past fear and embrace a trust-based birthing experience guided by deep intuition.
Tune in for authentic conversations from experienced midwives discussing the clinical, emotional, and social aspects of birth work. Here we highlight an episode about the amniotic sac, encouraging a deeper appreciation for the physiological process.
5. The Must-Hear Source for Evidence & Dads
Podcast Recommendation: Evidence Based Birth
If you are looking for unbiased research on common birth practices and interventions, this is the gold standard. They break down the evidence for you to make truly informed consent decisions. Here we highlight a specific episode:
An Episode for the Dads: It’s crucial that partners feel prepared and included, and this show offers great resources for birth partners and fathers-to-be!