Your Birth Bestie | The Best Pregnancy Podcast for an Informed and Natural Birth Experience
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
77. Practical Tips for Letting Go of Worry While Pregnant
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you looking for ways to let go of worry and enjoy your pregnancy with confidence and peace of mind?In this episode, we will ...
76. The True Cost of Birth: Why Investing in Personalized Midwifery Care Is Worth It
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieCurious about how investing in personalized midwifery care can not only transform your birth experience but also be worth every ...
75. How to Overcome Common Fears About Home Birth Safety with Evidence-Based Midwifery
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieHave you ever wondered how evidence-based midwifery can help you feel confident in the safety of a home birth?In this episode, w...
74. How to Find the Best Midwife for a Safe Home Birth
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieHave you ever wondered how choosing the right midwife can ensure a safe and empowering home birth experience?In this episode, we...
73. How To Avoid the Temptation of Induction with Personalized Midwifery Care
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieHave you ever wondered how trusting the birth process with personalized midwifery care can help you avoid unnecessary interventi...
72. C-Section Preparation: Tips for a Positive Surgical Birth With Doula Lexi Zuo
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieIn today’s episode, I talk with experienced doula, Lexi Zuo about how expecting moms and their partners can prepare for a C-se...
71. How Doula Support Helps You Feel Empowered and in Control of Your Birth With Karissa Birth Doula
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieIn this episode, we chat with Karissa, a dedicated doula and birth educator, who provides a wealth of knowledge on navigating me...
70. C-Section Recovery and Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy With Dr. Sabrina Thorpe
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieWhether you're currently recovering from a C-section or preparing for one, this episode with Dr. Sabrina Thorpe, will help ...
69. The Home Birth Story of Harper Elyse: Intense, Fast, and Unforgettable
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieIn this episode, I share all the details of my positive home birth story with my third daughter, Harper! From navigating pregnan...
68. Prenatal Lactation Education: What Pregnant Moms Should Know About Breastfeeding
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you a pregnant mom feeling overwhelmed or unprepared for your breastfeeding journey? I have been there twice before, but the...
67. Getting Your Baby into a Good Position For Labor and Delivery
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieHave you ever wondered how your baby’s position during pregnancy can affect your labor and delivery experience? Many expectin...
66. How To Have a Home-Like Hospital Birth and My Home Birth Preparation Tips
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieIf you want a home-like birth experience in the hospital setting, this episode is for you! Join me as I share my home birth prep...
65. Collecting Colostrum During Pregnancy: How To Do It and Why You Should Try
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestiePregnant moms often wonder if it’s worth it to collect colostrum during pregnancy? Or maybe you’re completely new to the ide...
64. How To Give Birth Without a Single Cervical Exam (or limited cervical exams)
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieDid you know that you can birth your baby without a single cervical exam during pregnancy or labor?In this episode, we’ll expl...
63. Redefining How Pregnant Women Think About Natural Methods To Start Labor
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you wondering what natural methods can help you go into labor or prepare your body for birth? This episode will answer these...
62. How to Tell if Your Water Broke or If It’s Pee and What to Expect Next
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieHave you ever wondered how to tell if your water has broken or if you accidentally peed your pants? It’s more common than you ...
61. How to Know if You're in Labor and Signs of Preterm Delivery
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you unsure what to expect when labor starts or how to determine a pregnancy cramp or Braxton Hicks contraction from a true l...
60. Informed Consent: Take Your Birth Back by Being Active in Your Care and Asserting Your Birth Rights
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieInformed consent is a crucial topic to discuss in childbirth. I love helping women take control of their birthing experiences by...
59. Third Trimester Pains and How To Survive The Final Stretch of Pregnancy
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieHow are you hanging in there during the third trimester of pregnancy? There can be many discomforts at this time of pregnanc...
58. The Fear of Big Babies During Childbirth with Bloom Physical Therapy and Wellness
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you worried about having a big baby and it leading to an induction of labor or perineal tearing?As a mom of big babies, I wa...
57. Fetal Doppler Use in Pregnancy: Pros, Cons, and Limitations for Reassurance
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you thinking about using a fetal doppler to monitor your baby's heartbeat at home during pregnancy?Join me in this epis...
56. Fetal Kick Counts and Understanding Your Baby's Movements
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieYou may or may not have heard of fetal kick counts before… but let’s talk about your baby’s movements in your belly and ho...
55. Empowering Women To Advocate for Their Dream Birth: 1 Year Anniversary of Your Birth Bestie Podcast
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieCelebrating ONE YEAR of Your Birth Bestie Podcast! My goal has been for pregnant women to feel heard, supported, comforted, and ...
54. Managing Stress and Relationships Postpartum with Jess Hull
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieIn today’s episode, we’re joined by Jess Hull, the founder of MotherMe.io, who shares insights into managing stress and rela...
53. How To Prepare For Maternity Leave and Budgeting For a Baby Tips
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you planning for your maternity leave and unsure if you should take off time before the baby is born or wait to go into labo...
52. Weight Gain in Pregnancy, How Much is Normal, and Tips To Manage a Healthy Body
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you questioning how much weight to gain during pregnancy? Or maybe you know the what the recommended amount of weight gain i...
51. Are Epidurals Safe During Labor: Risks and Benefits of an Epidural on Birth, Babies and Breastfeeding
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you nervous about labor pain and what to learn more about epidurals? Or maybe you’re really wanting to give birth unmedica...
50. Routine Tests in Pregnancy Including Labs and Blood Draws
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you wondering what routine blood tests in pregnancy are usually done, why they are standardized, and what choices you have a...
49. Women Centered Maternity Care in the Hospital Setting with Doula Deja Ramos
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieHave you ever questioned how much control you will have of your hospital birth? I wish you didn’t have to worry about this, bu...
48. Baby’s First Movements, Tips for Sleeping Discomforts in Pregnancy, and Choosing a Pediatrician Before Baby is Born
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieIf you’re ready to answer some of the most asked questions of the mid-second trimester to help you feel confident in your body...
47. Anatomy Ultrasound at 20 Weeks Pregnant: What to Expect and How to Prepare?
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you wondering what to expect during your anatomy ultrasound and how to prepare for this exciting, but often nerve-wracking a...
46. Planning for Baby and Strategies for Embracing New Family Transitions
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you thinking about how your life, your relationships, or your kids are going to change when bringing your new baby home? In...
45. Prenatal Genetic Screening Tests: Testing Options and Important Details
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you wondering about your options for prenatal genetic testing and what information they will actually give you?In this episo...
44. What to Expect at the First Prenatal Appointment for Expecting Parents
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you preparing for your first prenatal appointment and wondering what to expect? There can be mixed emotions of excitement a...
43. Creating a Baby Registry: A Simple Guide for Expecting Moms
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you having a baby shower and stuck deciding what to add to your baby registry?Join me as I share insights on streamlining yo...
42. Natural Remedies for Nausea During Early Pregnancy
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you wondering how to stop your pregnancy nausea or at least make it more tolerable?The first trimester can feel like forever...
41. What Pregnant Moms Want to Know Before Their First Prenatal Appointment
26 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieBefore you even have your first prenatal appointment, the most critical period of a baby’s development in utero is already ove...
40. Are Dating Ultrasounds Accurate and What to Expect at Your First Ultrasound
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieWondering if you need to schedule a dating ultrasound during pregnancy? And if you do schedule one, how accurate is the informat...
39. When to Announce Your Pregnancy and the Pros and Cons of Waiting 12 Weeks
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you newly pregnant and wondering, when is it “safe” to announce your pregnancy to family and friends?If you’re not sur...
38. What to Do After a Positive Pregnancy Test, Finding the Best Doctor, and Calculating Your Due Date
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieIf you're newly pregnant, you're probably wondering what steps you should take next! How do you find a good provider? ...
37. Early Signs and Symptoms of Pregnancy and When to Take a Pregnancy Test
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieHave you found yourself staring at a pregnancy test, wondering about the right time to take it and what those results really mea...
36. How to Get Pregnant Faster: Tips for Trying to Conceive
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you wanting to become pregnant as soon as possible, but not sure where to start? Tune in to start your journey to conception...
35. Tips to Protect Your Pelvic Floor and Prepare for Birth with Dr. Jess Dufault
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieWould you love a natural birth, to protect your pelvic floor during pregnancy and labor, and streamline your postpartum recovery...
34. How to Have a Calm Birth on Your Own Timeline Without Unwanted Intervention
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieHow does a calm, unrushed hospital birth sound? Let’s talk about common issues faced by pregnant moms having babies in the ho...
33. The Difference Between a Doula and Midwife: Deciding Who to Hire for Your Birth
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you confused about what the difference between a doula and a midwife is? You’re definitely not alone. I am a certified nur...
32. Prepare for Postpartum with Registered Nurse and Mom of Three Marissa Bergman
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestiePreparing for labor and delivery is important, but don't forget about postpartum too! You can actually feel calm and prepar...
31. Fear of Postpartum and Planning For an Easier Postpartum Recovery (Part 5)
13 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieDay 5 of this 5-day series on overcoming hospital birth fears!You're not alone in having doubts, worries, or anxiety while ...
30. Fear of Labor Complications and How to Calmly Handle Urgent Situations (Part 4)
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieDay 4 of this 5-day series on overcoming hospital birth fears!You're not alone in having doubts, worries, or anxiety while ...
29. Fear of Labor Pain and the Most Effective Ways to Cope During Childbirth (Part 3)
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieDay 3 of this 5-day series on overcoming hospital birth fears!You're not alone in having doubts, worries, or anxiety while ...
28. Fear of Medical Intervention and How to Have a Natural Hospital Birth (Part 2)
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieDay 2 of this 5-day series on overcoming hospital birth fears!You're not alone in having doubts, worries, or anxiety while ...
27. Fear of the Unknown During Birth and How Pregnant Moms Can Overcome It (Part 1)
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieDay 1 of this 5-day series on overcoming hospital birth fears! You're not alone in having doubts, worries, or anxiety while...
26. Hospital Birth Anxiety Management: Building Confidence in Expecting Parents
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieDo you feel nervous or anxious for your upcoming hospital birth? I think it’s safe to say every pregnant woman has been there...
25. How Pregnant Moms Can Support Natural Birth Preferences and Limit Unnecessary Intervention
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you hesitant about agreeing to medical intervention during your hospital birth?If you’re planning a hospital birth and fee...
24. How Pregnant Moms Should Prepare for the Unknown of Hospital Birth
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you a pregnant mom planning your hospital birth and wondering how to confidently navigate the unpredictable journey of child...
23. What Your OB Won't Tell You During Pregnancy to Have the Best Hospital Birth
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieTune in to uncover the untold choices during hospital births your doctor won't reveal but "Your Birth Bestie" wil...
22. Hospital Birth Myths Pregnant Moms are Fear-Mongered to Believe
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieIt’s time to set the record straight, reveal common birth myths and empower pregnant moms, like you, to make informed choices ...
21. First Prenatal Appointment Expectations and Questions to Ask Your Provider
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieDid you recently get a positive pregnancy test and anxiously awaiting your first appointment?! Congratulations! You might sudde...
20. Pregnant and Postpartum Resources for Moms with Moms Mental Health Initiative
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieHave you ever struggled with anxiety or depression or are worried about what if you do develop a mental health disorder during p...
19. Gestational Diabetes: Pregnancy Risks, Testing Options, and Alternatives to Glucola Drink
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieDo you have your gestational diabetes screening coming up? (Usually around 24-28 weeks!)In this episode, we’ll talk about:Why ...
18. Labor Positions, Pushing Tips, and How to Avoid Perineal Tearing During Birth
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieOf course you want labor to go as smoothly as possible... So let's dive into my top recommended positions for labor and del...
17. Group Beta Strep During Pregnancy: Risks to Consider Before Labor and Birth
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you a pregnant mom wanting to make informed choices for your hospital birth, including GBS testing and treatment options? T...
16. Choosing the Best Birth Class: A Guide for Pregnant Moms Planning a Hospital Birth
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieWith a million birth courses and resources out there, how the heck do you choose the right one?In this episode I’ll answer the...
15. Have a Confident Hospital Birth: Your Voice and Birth Preferences Matter
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieIt doesn't take convincing to agree that an autonomous birth is the best kind of birth, right?! This isn’t dependent on ...
14. How to Choose What Hospital to Give Birth At
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you feeling overwhelmed and unsure when deciding what hospital to have your baby at? Don’t worry, you’ll leave this epis...
13. Labor and Birth Support Guide For Partners: How to Support a Woman During Childbirth
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieIs your support person terrified of birth or has no clue how to be involved?It’s so important for partners to grow their confi...
12. Your Birth Rights: Communication and Self-Advocacy During Pregnancy and Childbirth
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieOnce you check off making your birth plan, you still have to figure out how to advocate for what you want!Feeling confident and ...
11. Top 5 Standard Hospital Birth Interventions That Are NOT Actually Required
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieTime for a Q&A!! We’ll talk about many standard hospital practices that are so commonly accepted, that it may seem like t...
10. Overcoming Birth Fears and Finding Joy in Pregnancy and Childbirth
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieDo you have anxiety, fear, or uncertainty about pregnancy or birth that is causing you stress or extra worry? Whether it’s as...
9. Labor Induction Tips: What to Expect During Your Labor Induction and What Choices to Prepare For
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieHave you ever wondered what labor induction entails and why it's important to be knowledgeable about it?I was electively in...
8. Reduce Labor Pain Naturally by Supporting Physiologic Birth
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieWhat even is a physiologic birth and why should you know about it?Physiologic birth involves minimal medical interventions and e...
7. Epidural for Labor Pain: A Tool for Coping and Having a Positive Hospital Birth
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you debating whether to plan for an unmedicated birth or considering getting an epidural? Or many people probably fall somew...
6. Postpartum Physical Therapy in the Hospital for New Moms with Dr. Brett Connors
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieOut of all standardized hospital practices, inpatient physical therapy for moms is often overlooked... but shouldn't be!Eve...
5. Make a Birth Plan: What Your Hospital Birth Team Needs to Know and Why
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAs an expecting parent, do you actually need a birth plan to prepare for your hospital birth?In today's episode, I’ll be ...
4. My Healing Hospital Water Birth Story: From Trauma to Triumph
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieEver wondered what it’s like to have a hospital water birth? Maybe you’re considering a water birth yourself! You totally sh...
3. Empowering Pregnant Moms to Be Their Best Advocate for Hospital Birth
15 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieEver wondered how the heck you’re going to speak up for your wants in labor? This episode is for you if... you’re pregnant ...
2. A Traumatic First Hospital Birth: What I'd Change Now as a Midwife
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you making your birth plan, but wondering how you’ll even be able to speak up for what you want? In this episode, I share...
1. Leaving Hospital Midwifery to Empower Women Through Birth Education
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Text Your Birth BestieAre you planning your hospital birth, but are frustrated with the medicalized birth system? I hear you. In this episode, I talk ...