Birth Journeys: Birth Stories and Birth Education for Moms & Pregnant Individuals

Are you looking for a podcast to help you feel confident in your birth experience? Then The Birth Journeys Podcast® is for you! We share powerful and transformative birth stories that illuminate the realities of childbirth. Hosted by a labor nurse and prenatal coach who specializes in transformational coaching techniques, this podcast goes beyond traditional birth narratives to foster healing, build trust, and create transparency between birthing individuals and healthcare providers. In each episode, we dive into essential topics like birth preparation, debunking common misconceptions, understanding hospital procedures, and promoting autonomy in the birthing process. We also bring you the wisdom and insights of experienced birth workers and medical professionals. This is a safe and inclusive space where every birth story is valued, honored, and deserves to be heard. Join us in exploring the diverse and unique experiences of birth givers, and discover how transfor

Birth Journeys: Birth Stories and Birth Education for Moms & Pregnant Individuals is a kids podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 129 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Mini Episode: What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag (Labor Nurse Spills the Tea)

  May 6, 202610 minS4

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Preparing your hospital bag for labor and delivery can feel overwhelming, especially when Pinterest lists make it seem like you need to pack your entire house. In this episode of The Birth Journeys Podcast®, labor and delivery nurse Kelly Hof breaks down what you actually need in your hospital bag, what the hospital already provides, and how to avoid overpacking during pregnancy.</p><p>If you’re a first-time mom wondering:</p> What should I pack in my hospital bag?  What does the hospital provide after birth?  When should I pack my hospital bag?  Wh...

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  Delayed Cord Clamping Explained: Timing, Benefits & What Actually Matters

  Apr 6, 202612 minS0

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>You’ve heard “30 seconds,” “a few minutes,” or “wait until it stops pulsing”… but how long should you actually delay cord clamping?</p><p>In this episode, we break down what the research shows, what current guidelines from American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and American Academy of Pediatrics recommend, and why more time isn’t always more beneficial.</p><p>You’ll learn:<br/> ✔️ Why at least 60 seconds is the evidence-based baseline<br/> ✔️ How placental transfusion works after birth<br/> ✔️ The real benefits for term and preterm babies<br/> ✔️ When delayed cord clamping may not be safe<br/> ✔️ How to...

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  Mini-Episode: Why the Sounds You Make in Labor Can Change Everything

  Mar 26, 20269 minS4

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Contractions don’t just hurt—they can trigger a full-body stress response. Many moms instinctively tense up, hold their breath, or make high-pitched sounds, which can push the nervous system into fight-or-flight and make labor feel more intense and harder to manage.</p><p>In this episode, we break down the science of <b>labor breathing techniques and vocalization in childbirth</b>, and how small shifts in your breath and voice can help you stay calm, grounded, and more in control during contractions.</p><p>You’ll learn how <b>longer exhales support the pa...

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  Mini-Episode: Matresence: The Birth Of A Mother (Why Postpartum Feels So Overwhelming)

  Mar 19, 202610 minS4

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Postpartum isn’t just physical recovery after birth, it’s the beginning of becoming a mother. In this episode, we talk about what postpartum really feels like and why so many women feel overwhelmed, anxious, or unlike themselves after having a baby.</p><p>If you felt prepared for birth but unprepared for postpartum, you are not alone. Many new moms experience intense changes, including hormone shifts, sleep deprivation, and pressure to feel confident. This can lead to thoughts like “something is wrong with me,” which often fuels anxiety, self-doubt, and shame.</p><p>We bre...

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  Mini-Episode: Why Birth Prep & Birth Goals Are Not The Same Thing

  Mar 11, 202615 minS4

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p><b>How do you mentally prepare for labor — not just physically, but emotionally?</b></p><p>Many pregnant women spend months creating a birth plan and learning about labor positions, breathing, and hospital policies. But one of the most important parts of childbirth preparation is often missing: <b>how you show up for the experience of labor itself.</b></p><p>In this episode of <b>The Birth Journeys Podcast</b>, labor and delivery nurse <b>Kelly Hof, BSN, RNC-EFM</b>, shares a powerful conversation with mentor <b>Neri Life Choma</b>, veteran ch...

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