The Birth Advocacy Podcast — The Birth Prep Podcast for Pregnant Moms
This isn’t your average birth prep podcast. Forget outdated, cookie-cutter birth plans and generic advice that leaves you spiraling down another Google rabbit hole. If you're pregnant, overwhelmed, and craving a straightforward guide to an unmedicated or low-intervention birth—you're in the right place. I'm here to help you spot red flags from a mile away, cut through the confusion, and navigate your birth choices without hesitation. You deserve to feel fully informed, prepared, and in control every step of the way, without the crunchy stereotypes or surface-level advice that misses the mark. It's time to stop second-guessing yourself and start advocating like you mean it—because your birth matters, your voice matters, and you deserve to walk into birth feeling confident AF.
Episodes
If you’ve ever been told to “just trust the doctors” during a high-risk pregnancy… and then left an appointment more confused, anxious, or flat-out dismissed—you are so not alone.
High-risk doesn’t mean helpless. And in this episode, we’re breaking down how real advocacy can change the game when the stakes are high.
I'm joined by Jessica Freedman—a professional birth doula, Spinning Babies® Certified Parent Educato...
If you’ve ever laid in bed wondering “Is this it?” or stressed about whether you’ll actually know when you’re in labor—you’re not alone. That “you’ll just know” advice? Not helpful.
In this episode, we’re breaking down what early labor actually feels like, how contractions change as things progress, and why you don’t need to obsess over the 5-1-1 rule to figure it out.
Whether you’re dealing with Braxton Hicks, random c...
Have you ever wondered why pregnant women are warned about sushi but not fentanyl during labor?
In this episode, we will cover:
🔹 The hospital procedures that are “routine” but rarely rooted in actual evidence...
🔹 Why deli meat is demonized while synthetic opioids are casually offered during birth...
🔹 How to question birth rules that don’t align with logic, consent, or your values...
… and a whole lot more!
If you’...
Have you ever wondered why so many hospital birth protocols include interventions that don’t actually improve outcomes?
In this episode, we will cover:
- The hospital procedures that are “routine” but rarely necessary—and how they often lead to more interventions...
- Why saying no to things like continuous monitoring or coached pushing can actually lead to safer, smoother births...
- How to decline unnecessary hospital int...
We’ve all heard it— “Oh, I don’t need a doula. My husband will be there.” or “I’m getting an epidural, so I won’t even need support.”
But here’s the truth—birth is unpredictable. And no matter how much you prepare, things can shift. Having a doula isn’t about whether or not you can do it alone—it’s about how much better it can be with the right support.
In this episode, we’re breaking down the bigges...
Have you ever wondered why hospital birth is considered the “safest” option when the actual numbers tell a different story?
We’ve all heard it—“Hospitals are the safest place to have a baby.” It’s what providers tell you, what family members repeat, what well-meaning friends assume when they hear the word homebirth.
But when you actually look at the research? Homebirths have better outcomes for low-r...
Have you ever walked out of a birth feeling absolutely wrecked—not just physically, but emotionally?
If you’ve ever supported a birth with more interventions than your client wanted, dealt with dismissive providers, or walked away questioning whether you did enough, this episode is for you. Intervention-heavy births hit differently, and if you don’t know how to process them, they will lead to burnout.
Have you ever wondered why you’re doing all the things—posting on Instagram, answering DMs, offering discounts—yet still struggling to book the right clients?
If you’re constantly chasing clients, saying yes out of desperation, or over-delivering just to prove your worth, this episode is for you. Because the truth is—hustling harder isn’t the answer. It’s time to shift from constantly selling yourself to attr...
Have you ever wondered if saying yes to everything is the reason you’re feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and on the brink of burnout?
If you’re constantly caving to last-minute requests, answering messages at all hours, or afraid to say no to potential clients, this episode is your wake-up call.
In this episode, we dive into the following:
✅ Why saying no isn’t selfish—it’s essential for a su...
Have you ever felt like everyone else has it figured out while you’re just trying to keep up?
You scroll through Instagram, see another doula fully booked or raising their rates, and suddenly you’re questioning everything—your prices, your skills, maybe even why you’re trying in the first place.
If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you.
We’re diving into:
✅ Why comparison i...
Have you ever wondered if cramming too much into your doula packages is the reason you’re feeling drained and your business isn’t thriving?
If you’re ready to simplify your packages, attract ideal clients, and charge what you’re worth without overloading your offerings, grab your notebook—this episode is a must-listen.
In this episode, we dive into the following:
- Why offering “everything” in your ...
Have you ever wondered if saying “yes” to every client is the reason you’re stuck in burnout and struggling to build a sustainable doula business?
If you're ready to stop running yourself into the ground and start creating a business that works for YOU, grab your notebook, because this episode is a game-changer.
In this episode, we dive into the following:
- The silent ways taking every client ...
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