The Ordinary Doula Podcast
Episodes
E114: Pitocin 101
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us Fan MailPitocin gets talked about like a simple switch that “makes contractions stronger,” but the real story is more human and more nuanc...
E113: Tips to Avoiding a C-Section
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textOne number quietly shapes a lot of birth experiences: the cesarean section rate. When about one in three US babies is born by C-section, it...
E112: Low Milk Supply
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textThe first days of feeding can feel like a maze: a sleepy newborn, an empty‑looking pump bottle, and a mind full of what‑ifs. We pull th...
E111: Why I Love Being A Doula
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWe share an unscripted reflection on why doula work still moves us after thousands of births, from client connection to teamwork with nurse...
E110: How Community Milk Sharing Bridges Feeding Gaps
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textEver wonder how families bridge the gap when milk supply lags, a baby struggles to transfer, or adoption and prematurity change the feeding...
E109: Prepare, Stay Open, Find Power In Any Path
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBirth keeps us honest. Patterns suggest what might happen, then a baby turns face-first or a parent breathes through transition so quiet...
E108: Why Chiropractic Care Helps Labor Feel Smoother with Dr Kristina Kill
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBirth doesn’t have to feel like a sprint against the clock or a battle with your own body. Angie sits down with Dr. Kristina Kill, a f...
E107: Building Better Black Maternal Health with Hakima Payne
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBirth should feel safe, familiar, and centered on the family—yet too often the system delivers the opposite. We sit down with nurse, d...
E106: Morning Sickness, Made Understandable
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textNausea that won’t quit can turn early pregnancy into a maze of guesswork, guilt, and survival tactics. We’re pulling that experience...
E105: Complete Childbirth Prep vs Scrolling with Andrea Lythgoe
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThe internet gives you a million opinions on birth; we give you a map. Angie sits down with veteran childbirth educator and doula Andrea...
E104: From Birth Center Plans To NICU Reality
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat happens when a carefully planned birth center delivery is suddenly rerouted by preeclampsia, a hospital admission, and a 34-week in...
E103: A Series of 19 Unmedicated Births
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textNineteen cousins, all born without medication, and not a single birth story was copy-pasted. Angie opens up about how a simple desire fo...
E102: Sacred Birth International with Anna Lundqvist
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat if birth is a rite of passage, not a procedure? Angie sits down with Swedish mentor and former midwife Anna Lundqvist to explore ho...
E101: Babies Scheduled My Week
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThe calendar looks like dropped spaghetti, but every twist tells a story. We walk you through two real weeks of on-call life as a doula ...
E100: A Conversation with My Four Daughters
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textA hundred episodes felt like the right moment to gather around the kitchen table and pull back the curtain on what it’s like to grow u...
E99: Embrace The Wabi-Sabi Of Birth
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBirth rarely reads the script we write for it—and that can be a source of strength rather than stress. We dig into the wabi-sabi minds...
E98: Fueling A Healthy Pregnancy
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBuilding a baby is the most intense construction project your body will ever take on, and it runs twenty-four seven. Angie shares a prac...
E97: 23 Lessons From 23 Years Of Birth Work
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBirth rarely follows a script, but patterns emerge when you’ve walked alongside thousands of families. Angie marks her 23rd year as a ...
E96: Postpartum, For Real
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWe reset the cultural script on early postpartum, naming the gap between glossy images and real recovery and offering practical ways to ...
E95: Burnout, Boundaries, and The Birth Worker
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWe explore burnout and boundaries in birth work with candor and care, from compassion fatigue to practical systems that protect energy a...
E94: The Confident Birth Partner: Simple Ways to Show Up and Steady the Room
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWe share how non‑doula support—partners, friends, and family—can steady the room, shorten labor, and raise confidence through simp...
E93: Understanding Preeclampsia: Warning Signs, Risks, and Real Stories
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textPreeclampsia can appear without warning and reshape a birth plan overnight. We explain the signs, risks, and care decisions with real st...
E92: Role of an OB on a Birth Team
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWe dive deep into the often-misunderstood role of obstetricians during labor and birth, revealing why they're typically not present...
E91: Utah's Journey of Birth Laws with Guest Holly Richardson
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textTwenty years ago, having a baby at home in Utah could land your midwife in jail with felony charges. Today, Utah boasts the most flexibl...
E90: Shoulder Dystocia
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textShoulder dystocia is a rare but significant birth complication where the baby's head is delivered but a shoulder gets stuck behind ...
E89: Doula Do's & Doula Don'ts
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAngie Rosier shares insights on doula guidelines at hospitals, exploring the delicate balance between supporting clients and collaborati...
E88: Lights, Camera...Panic! How Media Shapes Our View of Childbirth
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textMedia portrayals of childbirth shape our cultural beliefs and personal expectations, often presenting inaccurate, dramatic versions that...
E87: Flange Fitting Fundamentals
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textA well-fitted breast pump flange is crucial for comfort, breast tissue protection, and maximum milk supply. The flange—the part of the...
E86: Corporate Calls: Who's Checking On You?
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textMaking personal connections with new parents is vital, especially in the clinical healthcare environment where postpartum families often...
E85: Holding the Heavy: When Birth Gets Hard
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBirth work involves witnessing both beautiful and difficult moments, creating an emotional weight that doulas carry alongside their clie...
E84: Pump Talk: Wearable vs Plug-In
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBreast pumps have evolved dramatically from ancient ceramic vessels to modern wearable technology, with significant changes in accessibi...
E83: Tiny Travelers: Tips for Traveling with Baby and Gear
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textTraveling with babies doesn't have to be overwhelming if you know what to bring and what to leave behind, with baby gear rental ser...
E82: Nipple Shields: Know When to Use this Breastfeeding Tool
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textNipple shields can be valuable, often temporary tools that help overcome breastfeeding challenges like flat or inverted nipples, painful...
E81: Is My Baby Getting Enough? A Lactation Expert Explains
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLactation Consultant Angie Rosier shares insights about baby weight gain and how to know if your baby is getting enough milk. Many paren...
E80: Deep Latch Makes All the Difference in Your Breastfeeding Journey
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThe deep latch is the cornerstone of successful breastfeeding, affecting everything from milk transfer to nipple comfort and baby's...
E79: Trust Your Gut: How Kimberlee's Journey Changed
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textKimberlee Williams shares her emotional journey from planning a home birth after three easy deliveries to facing a life-threatening medi...
E78: Addressing Obstetrical Racism
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHealthcare disparities don't discriminate based on education or wealth—Black and brown women face mortality rates three to five t...
E77: The Wondrous Washcloth
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThe humble washcloth is a powerful, versatile tool that can significantly enhance comfort during labor. With 20 years of doula experienc...
E76: Baby #1 vs. Baby #2, 3, 4 Etc: The Evolution of Birth Expectations
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWe explore the contrasting needs and expectations of first-time parents versus experienced parents during the birth process, highlightin...
E75: Fertility Journeys: Supporting Those Who've Faced Challenges
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThe emotional journey of those who have experienced fertility challenges requires special care and understanding during pregnancy and bi...
E74: People, Place, and Policy: Birth's Hidden Players
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBirth is influenced by three major stakeholders with different objectives: the birthing people, the birth place, and the policies govern...
E73: Dr. Venice Haynes Believes We can Transform Postpartum Support by 2030
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDr. Venice Haynes shares her groundbreaking work on the 100 Weeks Project, which aims to transform maternal healthcare from preconceptio...
E72: Tools for Coping During Labor
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThis extensive collection of coping techniques for labor is drawn from decades of doula experience, emphasizing how these tools can bene...
E71: Four Essential Tools Every Birth Partner Needs
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textPartners can provide deep and meaningful support during pregnancy, labor, and birth by developing specific skills beyond vague advice to...
E70: Bridging Two Worlds: Doula and Nurse Perspectives
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAngie welcomes doula and nursing student Dani Reed to explore the complementary roles and challenges of nurses and doulas in the birth r...
E69: Empowering Postpartum: Advocacy and Personalized Care through Occupational Therapy with Royce Porter
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThis episode emphasizes the critical role occupational therapy plays in supporting new parents during pregnancy and postpartum recovery....
E68: 3 Breech Deliveries
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBreech births present unique challenges and require both education and empowerment for expectant parents. We dive into real-life stories...
E67: Breech Babies and Birth: What You Need to Know
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThe episode dives into the topic of breech babies and the complexities surrounding their deliveries, offering insights on positioning, p...
E66: Funny and Unexpected Birth Moments
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThis episode is a celebration of the unexpected humor found in childbirth, featuring a compilation of funny outtakes from Angie's e...
E65: Perspective and Childbirth
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHave you ever wondered how your cultural background and personal beliefs shape your pregnancy and birth experience? Join us on The Ordin...
E64: Ways to Pay for a Doula
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textUnlock the secrets to affording invaluable doula support without breaking the bank. Join us on The Ordinary Doula Podcast as we explore ...
E63: Water as a Tool During Labor
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textUncover the secret to a more serene and empowered birth experience by mastering the art of using "Mother Nature's epidural&quo...
E62: Breastfeeding Method: Dinner Dessert
03 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThis episode explores the intricacies of breastfeeding, focusing on the timing and duration of feeds. Listeners learn to embrace intuiti...
E61: Childbirth and Parenthood Intuition
27 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThe episode explores the evolution of childbirth education and the paradox of having more access to information yet often feeling less i...
E60: Balls, Balls, Balls During and After Labor
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, we discuss the role of birth balls and peanut balls as valuable tools during labor and the postpartum period. Learn how...
E:59 Benefits of Prenatal Lactation Preparation
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, we explore the importance of prenatal lactation preparation and how it empowers expectant parents to navigate breastfee...
E58: Early Labor with Emily Steadman
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHow does early labor really unfold, and why does it often catch new parents by surprise? Join us with our special guest, Emily Steadman,...
E57: Perfecting Your Flange Fit for Breastfeeding
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wondered how a small piece of plastic could be the key to a comfortable and efficient pumping experience? Join us on The Ordinary D...
E56: People, Place, and Policy
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHow can the right combination of people, place, and policy create a birth experience that feels empowering and supportive? Join us on Th...
E55: Instrument-Assisted Delivery
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDiscover the hidden world of instrument-assisted delivery and learn why it remains an essential, albeit less common, aspect of modern ch...
E54: Plan for the Negative
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDiscover the pivotal elements that can unexpectedly turn a birth experience from joyful to challenging. On this episode of The Ordinary ...
E53: Plan for the Positive
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wondered what truly makes a birth experience empowering and memorable? Join The Ordinary Doula Podcast as we uncover the key factor...
E52: The Power of Touch During Labor
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textUnlock the transformative power of touch during labor and birth in our latest episode of The Ordinary Doula Podcast. Discover how a simp...
E51: Fun Facts about Childbirth
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textUnlock numbers with me, as we promise to reveal what two decades of doula work have taught about the birthing journey. Ever wondered how...
E50: Lactation Tales
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat if your breastfeeding journey took an unexpected turn, even after a successful experience with your first child? This episode of Th...
E49: Craniosacral Therapy for Baby's Health and Well-Being with Meaghan Beames - Part 2
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDiscover how craniosacral therapy can be a game-changer for your baby's health and well-being with our special guest, Meaghan Beame...
E48: Craniosacral Therapy During Pregnancy and Postpartum with Meaghan Beames - Part 1
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat if a gentle touch could transform your pregnancy and birth experience? Join us as we unlock the secrets of craniosacral therapy wit...
E47: Guided Imagery and Mindfulness
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textCan the power of your imagination transform your childbirth experience and help in emergencies? We unravel the secrets behind guided ima...
E46: Lot of Great Births Lately!
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat makes for a truly remarkable birth experience? We reflect on the awe-inspiring births I've attended recently, shedding light o...
E45: Building Connections
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHave you ever wondered how deep connections can transform your childbirth experience? From the intimate bonds between the birthing perso...
E44: Keeping Newborns Awake During Feeding
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat if you could keep your newborn awake during feeds with just a few simple techniques? Join us on The Ordinary Doula Podcast as we ta...
E43: How Grandmas Can Help
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wondered how grandmothers and family members can truly make a difference during childbirth? This episode of The Ordinary Doula Podc...
E42: What It's Like to be a Doula
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textImagine being on call 24/7 for 20 years, constantly ready to support families during one of the most significant moments of their lives....
E41: Preventing Gestational Diabetes and Preeclampsia Through Nutrition and Lifestyle with Brittany Fox
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textCan your diet and lifestyle choices really prevent complications like gestational diabetes and preeclampsia during pregnancy? Brittany F...
E40: Third Stage of Labor - Delivering the Placenta
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wondered about the often overlooked yet vital third stage of labor? Tune in as we unravel the intricacies of delivering the placent...
Birth Doula Training – Fall 2024
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHave you ever wondered how you can make a profound difference during one of the most critical times in a person's life? Join us on ...
E39: Second Stage of Labor - Pushing
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wondered why the second stage of labor, the pushing phase, can vary so much in duration? From understanding how the cervix fully di...
E38: First Stage of Labor
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat if understanding the stages of labor could transform your childbirth experience, making it more empowering and less daunting? On Th...
E37: Perineal Tear Prevention Strategies with Dr. Katie Taylor
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat if there were simple, evidence-based strategies to minimize your risk of perineal tearing during childbirth? Join us on this enligh...
E36: Postpartum Care
05 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textJoin us on The Ordinary Doula Podcast as we uncover the often forgotten, yet vital period right after birth and how different birthing e...
E35: The Importance of Protein During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding with Brittany Fox
28 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wondered why protein is so crucial during pregnancy and breastfeeding? Join us on The Ordinary Doula Podcast as we talk with Britta...
E34: Co-Regulation - How Support Really Works
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textListen as we discuss the art of co-regulation and its profound effect on the dynamic dance between mother, baby, and birth team. This is...
E33: Pelvic Floor Health with Dr. Katie Taylor
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIs urinary incontinence after childbirth just something moms have to live with? Not according to Dr. Katie Taylor, a pelvic floor physic...
E32: Estimated Blood Loss (EBL)
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wondered why there's not as much blood during labor as you might expect, given it's such a monumental physical event? Joi...
E31: Doula Love
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHave you ever wondered about the depth of connection that forms in the quiet, powerful moments of childbirth? Enjoy this narrative throu...
E30: What is the APGAR Score?
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWe are here to decode the APGAR score for you, shedding light on how this quick but thorough assessment paints a picture of your newborn...
E29: 10 Basic Needs During Childbirth
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textMental and emotional preparation for childbirth is just as important as physical preparation. In this episode, we will share 10 ways whi...
E28: Product Review: Breastfeeding Pillows
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver feel like you're swimming in a sea of baby gear, unsure what's a must-have and what's just clever marketing fluff? L...
E27: What do Folks Hope for in the Childbirth Experience?
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThis episode of the Ordinary Doula Podcast promises to illuminate the deeper aspirations expectant families harbor for their labor and b...
E26: Memories from Moms
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHave you ever stood at the precipice of life's most profound moment and felt the world shift beneath you? Each contraction, each br...
E25: A Peek at History - From Home to Hospital Birth
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEmbark on a time-traveling adventure as we review the captivating evolution of childbirth in the United States. From the intimate commun...
E24: Choosing the Right Doula for You
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textNavigate the process of selecting the perfect doula on the Ordinary Doula Podcast. Uncover the reasons why new parents often seek the as...
E23: Day 2 of Breastfeeding
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver felt overwhelmed by the sheer intensity of feeding your newborn? In the thick of those first few days postpartum, when your little ...
E22: Day 1 of Breastfeeding
29 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wonder how hormones and the gentle warmth of skin-to-skin contact can shape your newborn's first feeding experiences? We'...
E21: Pro Tips from a Night Time Doula
22 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEvery new parent knows the struggle of navigating those sleep-deprived nights with a newborn. That's where Angela Haymond steps in,...
E20: The History of Eating and Drinking During Labor
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWe're taking a deep look at the NPO policy, a guideline that has long dictated the do's and don'ts of eating and drinking...
E19: Angela's Surrogacy VBAC
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEmbarking on the pathways of childbirth and surrogacy, with guest Angela Haymond as she shares her profound VBAC journey on the Ordinary...
E18: Who Will Deliver My Baby?
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver find yourself pondering who will be there to welcome your baby into the world on the big day? As you journey through pregnancy, it&...
E17: Angela's Surrogacy Journey
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAngela Haymond, a postpartum night doula and experienced surrogate mother, joins me in a discussion about her personal surrogacy experie...
E16: Choices are Important
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhen was the last time you felt truly heard? That's the essence of our latest discussion with Angie Rosier, where we unravel the th...