HEAR ME ROAR. | a free birth podcast

HEAR ME ROAR. | a free birth podcast

Step into to the wild, untamed heart of childbirth. HEAR ME ROAR is more than a podcast—it’s part of a movement toward birthing in freedom, sovereignty, and unshakable trust in our bodies. Co-hosted by Sarah Hawley and Brittany Costello, this space celebrates the reclamation of the fierce, intuitive power within every woman. Through raw, unfiltered conversations, we’ll explore the lasting impact of medicalized births on women’s lives and the transformative journeys that lead them to free birth. Our guests share deeply personal experiences—of disillusionment with medical births, the very real and traumatic consequences they’ve experienced, and the healing, empowerment, and liberation they discovered through birthing in sovereignty. By weaving ancient wisdom with bold conversations, HEAR ME ROAR challenges conventional narratives and honors birth as sacred, raw, and ours to define. Whether you’re preparing for your own journey or seeking solidarity, this is your space to listen, learn, and roar in your truth.

Episodes

EP44. Season One Finale: Reflections, Breaks, and New Beginnings

October 26, 2025 • 47 mins
In the final episode of Season One, we reflect on our journey so far with the Hear Me Roar podcast. We discuss the decision to record in seasons to give ourselves much-needed breaks and announce some significant changes—Sarah will be stepping back from the podcast due to the challenges of balancing motherhood and hosting. Britt will take over as the main host in Season Two.  This episode delves into our personal stories, the compl...
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    EP43. Elimination Communication: Diaper-free Wisdom from our Community

    October 19, 2025 • 61 mins
    In this episode, the focus is on elimination communication—a potty method that involves learning and responding to a baby's natural cues. Katelyn and Liv, members of our community, share their personal experiences and wisdom on practicing elimination communication with their children.  They discuss how the practice fosters a deep level of trust and presence between mother and child, the benefits of reducing diaper waste, and tips ...
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    EP42. Walking the Path of Sovereign Birth Through Uncertainty - Anisa's Stories

    October 12, 2025 • 102 mins
    In this episode we welcome back Anisa Woodall to discuss her unique birth stories from homebirth with a Midwife to sovereign birth with a local birthkeeper. Anisa details her preparation for motherhood, the challenges she observed in other women, and how these experiences shaped her path. She shares intimate details of her first home birth with a midwife, the lessons learned, and how they influenced her decision to have a sovereign...
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    EP41. The Ultimate Guide to Baby Wearing with Jocelyn McFadden

    October 5, 2025 • 82 mins
    In this episode we dive deep into baby wearing with expert Jocelyn McFadden. Jocelyn shares her journey into the world of baby wearing, driven by a lifelong dedication to the mother-baby dyad. The discussion covers a wide range of topics including the benefits of baby wearing, different types of carriers, safety tips, and troubleshooting common issues.  Jocelyn offers practical advice for new moms, including how to work with toddl...
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    EP40. Navigating Miscarriage & Stillbirth Outside of the System

    September 28, 2025 • 85 mins
    In this weeks episode Alisha, a traditional birth attendant and wise woman returns to discuss a sensitive and critical topic: miscarriage and stillbirth at home. The discussion delves into the differences between miscarriage and stillbirth, the signs and symptoms of early miscarriage, and how to process a miscarriage both emotionally and physically. Alisha offers wisdom on how to manage miscarriage at home, talking over the use of ...
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    EP39. The Journey of the Cherokee Midwife - Savannahs Freebirth Stories!

    September 21, 2025 • 67 mins
    In this week's episode we welcome Savannah Brigman, known as the Cherokee midwife. Savannah shares her unique journey into midwifery, deeply rooted in her Cherokee heritage. She recounts her diverse birthing experiences, including hospital, birth center, and free births.  She elaborates on traditional Cherokee practices, the influence of her ancestral lineage, and her growth as a traditional midwife. The discussion also touches on...
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    EP38. Freebirth Outdoors While RV Living - Jessica's Stories

    September 14, 2025 • 72 mins
    In this weeks episode, Jessica Vicar shares her three diverse birthing stories - two home births and a recent free birth. At just 18 days postpartum, Jess invites listeners into her world of motherhood and talks about her experiences, insights, and the intriguing decision-making process behind each birth. She discusses the evolution from midwifery care to a more intuitive, unassisted birth, emphasizing the importance of surrender, ...
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    EP37. Honoring Postpartum as A Sacred Rite of Passage with Rebecca Cohen

    September 7, 2025 • 124 mins
    In this episode Rebecca Cohen, an MD that left the hospital to become a birthkeeper & postpartum support specialist, shares her extensive experiences, both personal and professional, surrounding postpartum care. Covering her journey through the births of five children, the lack of postpartum education even as a medical professional (OBGYN), and the ways societal expectations impact postpartum recovery, Rebecca emphasizes the im...
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    EP36. Q&A Coaching Container Relaunch!

    August 31, 2025 • 11 mins
    In this week's episode, Brit discusses the busy week she and co-host Sarah have had, including a planned but postponed recording with Piper about essential oils and free birth stories. Brit talks about her son's upcoming third birthday and how his birth inspired her passion for physiologic birth.  She answers listener questions about the Wild and Free Coaching Container, touching on topics like pricing, session frequency, group si...
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    EP35. 7 Minutes of Silence : Tanya’s Stories of Trust & Intuition

    August 24, 2025 • 94 mins
    In this episode we welcome Tanya, who shares her experience with midwifery care for her first birth and then free birthing her second babe! Tanya recounts her transition from a tattoo artist to a birth worker living in Las Vegas. She opens up about her first pregnancy, detailing her initial apprehensions with a hospital birth and her decision to opt for a midwife-assisted home birth. Tanya talks about her pregnancy challenges, incl...
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    EP34. Is Birth Autonomy an Illusion? Paving a Way Forward with Rowan & Sarita

    August 17, 2025 • 135 mins
    In todays episode we brought on Rowan and Sarita from Foundational Concepts for Midwives to discuss the genuine essence of traditional midwifery, physiological birth and the challenges of practicing outside the medical system. The conversation delves deeply into the obstacles attendants and birthing families face, including legal persecution, the critical importance of building trust and relationships, and ensuring autonomy in birt...
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    EP33. Beyond Fluoride & Fillings: Holistic Dental Wisdom for Moms with Danielle Taylor

    August 10, 2025 • 77 mins
    In this episode we bring back Danielle Taylor to discuss holistic approaches to dental health, especially for mothers and children. Danielle shares insights on how genetics, diet, and energy influence dental health. She emphasizes the role of epigenetics, the importance of nutrition-rich diets, and the potential harms of conventional dental practices and antibiotics.  The conversation spans various techniques and supplements, incl...
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    EP32. Coming Full Circle with Rebecca Cohen - 5 Birth Stories & Midwifery!

    August 3, 2025 • 113 mins
    In this episode we interview Rebecca Cohen, a seasoned birth worker with over 30 years of experience. Rebecca shares her journey from becoming a direct entry midwife to attending medical school and specializing in family medicine and obstetrics and coming back full circle to sovereign Midwifery.  She also recounts her personal experiences with five births, including hospital transfers and postpartum struggles. Through her story, R...
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    EP31. Wild & Free Coaching Container : A New Paradigm for Birth

    July 27, 2025 • 43 mins
    In this week's episode, we discuss the upcoming relaunch of our 'Wild & Free' coaching container! This program, which can be joined at any stage of pregnancy, focuses on supporting women through various stages of motherhood, from preconception to postpartum.  We dive into the structure of the program, which comprises seven monthly modules focusing on themes like the hormonal blueprint of birth, unpacking past birth experiences...
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    EP30. Navigating Co-Care in Sovereign Birth

    July 20, 2025 • 13 mins
    In this week's solo episode, Brit discusses the integration and challenges of co-care in sovereign birthing practices. She emphasizes the importance of the Telegram group for like-minded women and highlights the special pre-launch offer for the Wild and Free coaching container.  The main topic centers around co-care, explaining how women can balance standard prenatal care with a desire for a sovereign birth. The host outlines the ...
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    EP29. Overcoming Dystocia In A Freebirth - Ashley's Stories!

    July 13, 2025 • 92 mins
    In this episode we welcome Ashley Brimm, a mother of five, who shares her profound birth experiences ranging from hospital to home births, including a free birth. Ashley discusses her encounters with shoulder dystocia, postpartum care, and her transformative journey towards choosing home births after a traumatic first hospital birth.  She emphasizes the importance of self-belief, planning, and staying true to one's values througho...
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    EP28. Assisted Homebirth to Freebirth - Katelyn's Story!

    July 6, 2025 • 81 mins
    In this episode Katelyn joins us to share her transformative birth stories. After experiencing her first home birth with the assistance of midwives, she chose a free birth for her second child. Katelyn candidly discusses her first birth experience, the considerations that led her to free birth, and the contrasting nature of her two labors.  Despite some initial challenges, including prodromal labor and navigating family dynamics, ...
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    EP27. The Rise and Legacy of Traditional Birth Companions with Billie Harrigan

    June 29, 2025 • 70 mins
    In this week's episode we welcome Billie Harrigan, a seasoned traditional birth companion, to discuss the history, philosophy, and significance of midwifery and traditional birth companions. Billie shares her extensive experience working with birthing families and her role in training new birth companions, emphasizing the importance of common birth knowledge and holistic practices.  The conversation delves into the medicalization ...
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    EP26. Embracing Holistic Motherhood - Ash's Transformative Freebirth Journey’s

    June 22, 2025 • 91 mins
    In this episode, Ash shares her inspiring journey through three drastically different births, transitioning from a conventional hospital delivery with a midwife to experiencing wild pregnancies and free births at home. She discusses her evolution from a rule-following engineer to embracing a holistic, self-directed approach to motherhood.  Ash also highlights the significant role of her family's support, her realization of the pow...
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    EP25. Preparing The Body For Pregnancy Using Nutrition with Anisa Woodall

    June 15, 2025 • 64 mins
    In this episode we welcome Anisa Woodall, a fertility and prenatal nutritionist, to discuss intentional conception and preparing the body nutritionally for pregnancy and childbirth. Anisa shares her personal fertility journey and how she supports women in optimizing their health preconception and during pregnancy.  The discussion covers the importance of tracking menstrual cycles, balancing blood sugar, sourcing quality food withi...
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