Dr. Rachel Reed, PhD, author, midwife, researcher and expert in physiologic birth joins us for the second time on the Down to Birth Show to discuss the differences between physiologic birth and induced labor. She shares with us the different ways in which Pitocin/Syntocin impacts the course of labor, including significant risk to mother and baby, versus our ... Show More
Oct 14
#389 | October Breastfeeding Q&A: Colic, Getting Pregnant & Breastfeeding “Rules”
Welcome to another Breastfeeding Q&A episode. Today, we start with a conversation about breastfeeding advice on social media and ask our community which breastfeeding “rules” they wish they had never heard.For today's questions, Trisha responds to these listener topics: Getting y ... Show More
43m 41s
Oct 7
#388 | Twin Home Birth at 38 Weeks: Leaving High-Risk Care and Choosing a Midwife
When Victoria learned at 10 weeks that she was carrying MoDi twins, she was immediately placed in high-risk care and told to expect frequent monitoring, an operating-room birth, and potentially a C-section. But as her pregnancy progressed, the fear and anxiety she felt at every a ... Show More
28m 27s
Oct 1
#387 | September Q&A: Home Birth Reactions, Miscarriage Prevention, Short Umbilical Cords, Stalled Pushing, Postpartum Anxiety, Tandem Breastfeeding
Welcome to the September Q&A! Today we kick things off with your answers to the question, “What did people say when they found out you were planning a home birth?” From being told you’re putting your baby in danger and that you’ll end up in the ER to family members questioning yo ... Show More
55m 48s
Jul 2021
Hypnobirthing is not just for hippies
Send us Fan MailToday I’m excited to be joined by the incredible Rosie Purdue, a fellow pelvic floor physio and a hypnobirthing consultant. We dive into what hypnobirthing is, why it’s called hypnobirthing, and what the benefits of hypnobirthing are. She also shares her top tips ... Show More
31m 50s
Jan 2024
Scheduled for an Induction? Here's What You Should Know with L&D Nurse, Mackenzie DeClark
You've heard me talk about inductions before, but this time, we're walking through what to expect with Labor & Delivery Nurse, Mackenzie DeClark. She gives us the nitty gritty about what induction is, different methods, and how it affects your birth plans.Where to find Mackenzie: ... Show More
52m 7s
Oct 2025
Birth Story - Ashley [IVF, Hyperemesis, Induction]
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Pregnancy, Birth and Recovery podcast, I chat with Ashley, a beautiful member of the FitNest Mama community, who shares her heartfelt induction birth story. From the challenges of IVF and pregnancy loss to navigating hyperemesis and recovery ... Show More
52m 31s
Sep 2025
Birth Story: Unmedicated Birth Story & Baking Sourdough During Labor with Rachel Weaver
<p><b>Join the My Essential Birth Course by October 7th and get the exclusive Rise & Birth Pack</b> featuring a calming Birth Affirmations Audio Track and 25 beautifully crafted, printable Birth Affirmation Cards to keep you grounded, confident, and inspired for birth. Learn ... Show More
1h 2m
Jul 2021
101: Know Your Birthing Options With Lindsey Bliss
In today's episode, I'm talking with doula and co-founder of Carriage House Birth, Lindsey Bliss, about natural birthing options. She shares what a doula is and does, what it's like to work with one, and why it's important to understand your options and rights around birthing. We ... Show More
52m 12s
May 2025
Decoding Labor: How Long Will Your Birth Journey Be?
<p>In this solo episode, I’m diving into the natural rhythms of labor and how we can work with them—not against them. We’ll talk about what the stages of labor really look like, how long they <em>typically</em> last (because every body and every birth is different!), and what can ... Show More
30m 20s
Jul 2024
Preparing the pelvic floor for birth_Part 1/3
Send us Fan MailIn today's episode, the first of three in this series, I chat through 3 ways to prepare your body and pelvic floor for birth.In this series I will talk you through:Ways to help reduce your risk of incontinence, prolapse and pelvic health concerns post birth.Ways t ... Show More
17m 12s
Sep 2024
108. Advocating for the Pregnancy & Birth You Deserve with Dr. Rebecca Dekker of Evidence Based Birth
<p>A common instinct in pregnancy and birth is to trust anything our provider says we should do, with little extra thought. However, while there are MANY trustworthy providers, not all advice or practice is evidence-based — which is why it’s important to be educated and comfortab ... Show More
49m 55s