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Birth Untethered

Birth Untethered
Home Birth
Physiological Birth
Induction Of Labour
Induction Of Labor
Oxytocin
Artificial Rupture Of Membranes
Synthetic Oxytocin
Hospital Birth
Breastfeeding
Chemical Induction
Birth Interventions
Membrane Sweeping
Labor Induction
NHS
Free Birth
Cord Clamping
Physiology
Birth
Balloon Catheter
Midwifery

Welcome to Birth Untethered. A sanctuary for truth-tellers, change-makers & advocates of physiological birth. We’re Shellie Poulter & Kemi Johnson: educators & rebels with decades of combined experience in pregnancy, birth & beyond. With backgrounds in osteopathy, naturopathy, biomechanics, midwifery, & advocacy. We expose the realities of modern maternity systems, challenge coercive practices & b... more

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Unlock the uncomfortable truth behind synthetic oxytocin in childbirth. This episode exposes how this powerful hormone, often hailed as a lifesaver, can secretly cause harm, influence outcomes, and fuel systemic issues in maternity care, all while wo... more

Shellie and Kemi further discuss the impacts of synthetic oxytocin on mothers and babies. They reveal how widespread use, overuse, and misuse of this drug are fueling rising cesarean rates, severe postpartum hemorrhage, and lifelong trauma in hospita... more

Most women aren’t told that synthetic oxytocin; marketed as Pitocin or Synto, is fundamentally different from the natural hormone produced in your body. In fact, this common medical intervention may be quietly altering your birth experience, your bon... more

Most women aren’t told just how profoundly synthetic oxytocin, commonly known as Pitocin or Synto, disrupts the natural birth process. Shellie and Kemi reveal how this widely used drug impacts everything from labour physiology to postpartum mental he... more

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Tess Lovely
Former NHS midwife with deep knowledge of birth physiology and advocacy for homebirth
Independent midwifery and birth advocacy
Episode: S2E1 - The First Intervention - Who You Choose To Invite Into Your Pregnancy Bubble - Chat with Tess Lovely Former NHS Midwife
Maha Al Musa
Founder of EmbodyBirth and Bellydance For Birth
EmbodyBirth / Bellydance For Birth
Episode: S1E10 - Embodying Birth - A Conversation with Maha Al Musa

Hosts

Shellie Poulter
Host of Birth Untethered; do-la advocate and former university lecturer with long-standing involvement in birth advocacy and education
Kemi Johnson
Co-host; birthkeeper and former UK registered midwife with extensive birth advocacy and clinical background

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • So informative and important

    Thanks Shellie and Kemi! I am so grateful for this podcast which helped me to ground myself in the biology of birth when I went over my estimated due date with my 2nd child. I was questioning lots of things and they were answered on this podcast - the best for deep-diving into the magic of the science (which we are not usually taught!!!). I went on to have a swift calm empowering homebirth :))

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aminasings
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Great descriptive explanation

    Shellie has nailed it with her detailed description of how the human anatomy works with the placenta and the umbilical cord and what happens when a baby is born between the time a baby goes from receiving oxygenated blood through the placenta and using their lungs. You can feel how absolutely fascinated both of them are which makes the listening more enjoyable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    balance & root healing
    United Kingdom9 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the hosts' clear stance on bodily autonomy and informed consent in birth decisions.
Guests and topics are described as practical, evidence-informed and empowering for birth planning.
Content is helpful for sponsors seeking a health-focused, rights-oriented audience.
Strong value placed on independent advocacy and non-hospital birth options.
Praise for candid, no-nonsense discussion that challenges coercive practices in maternity care.

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What is Birth Untethered about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A vocal platform focused on physiological birth, bodily autonomy, and challenging conventional maternity care. Hosts advocate for informed choice, reduce coercion, and promote birth at a pace aligned with physiology, often highlighting home- or community-based options, independent advocacy, and evidence-informed debates about interventions. The show blends personal experience with research references to question routine practices, spotlight consent and rights, and empower listeners—whether pregnant people, partners, or birth workers—to navigate care with confidence and sovereignty. A standout theme is the critique of medicalized birth pathways, paired with practical guidance for advocacy, planning, and choosing care that respects individual... more

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