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Evidence Based Birth®

Rebecca Dekker, PhD, RN
Breech Birth
Childbirth
Maternal Health
Waterbirth
External Cephalic Version
Newborn Health
Pregnancy
Unmedicated Birth
Breastfeeding
Doula Support
Healthcare Guidelines
Pain Management
Myths About Birth
Car Births
Home Birth
Evidence Based Birth Childbirth Class
Support Systems For Military Families
Maternal Mortality
Infant Mortality Statistics
Postpartum Care

In the Evidence Based Birth® podcast, we cover the research evidence on hot topics about pregnancy and childbirth! Our mission is to help birth workers build the evidence based knowledge, skills, and power they need to protect families' ability to give birth with empowerment. The work we do has a huge impact on parents who are searching for accurate information to empower their prenatal, birth, an... more

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For some, the thought of pregnancy and birth fills them with a visceral panic they can’t explain. In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Dekker's talking tokophobia—the fear of pregnancy and birth—with Alexia Leachman, founder of Fearless Birthing and host of ... more

At 41 weeks, Hopey Fink and Ben Levin's birth plans shifted after elevated blood pressure readings led to an induction conversation. But, with the support of their doula, care team, and each other, the Evidence Based Birth Childbirth Class graduates ... more

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In today’s episode, I’m revisiting a deeply important conversation with Tania Silva Meléndez and Tamara Trinidad González, two inspiring birth workers and Evidence Based Birth® Instructors based in Puerto Rico.

Tania and Tamara share their person... more

Dr. Nikia Grayson, nurse midwife, family nurse practitioner, and anthropologist, joins us to share how she's helping reclaim and restore Black midwifery in the South. As Chief Clinical Officer at CHOICES Center for Reproductive Health in Memphis, TN,... more

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Recent Guests

Alexia Leachman
Founder of Head Trash and Fearless Birthing, trauma-informed healing expert
Fear Free Childbirth
Episode: EBB 373 - How to Confront Tokophobia and Clear Fears about Childbirth with Alexia Leachman, Author and Podcast Host of "Fear Free Childbirth"
Hopey Fink
Attorney specializing in education law
Episode: EBB 372 - Comfort Measures and a 41-Week Induction with Hopey Fink and Ben Levin, EBB Childbirth Class Graduates
Ben Levin
Attorney specializing in commercial litigation
Episode: EBB 372 - Comfort Measures and a 41-Week Induction with Hopey Fink and Ben Levin, EBB Childbirth Class Graduates
Tania Silva Meléndez
Certified birth and postpartum doula, childbirth educator
Caderamen
Episode: REPLAY: EBB 283 - How Colonialism, Environmental Instability, & Politics Impact Birth in Puerto Rico with EBB Instructors, Tania Silva Meléndez and Tamara Trinidad González, CPM
Tamara Trinidad González
Community midwife and perinatal educator
Puerto Rico Midwifery Association
Episode: REPLAY: EBB 283 - How Colonialism, Environmental Instability, & Politics Impact Birth in Puerto Rico with EBB Instructors, Tania Silva Meléndez and Tamara Trinidad González, CPM
Dr. Nikia Grayson
Chief Clinical Officer at CHOICES Center for Reproductive Health, nurse midwife, family nurse practitioner, and anthropologist
CHOICES Center for Reproductive Health
Episode: EBB 371 - Reclaiming Black Midwifery in the South with Dr. Nikia Grayson, Chief Clinical Officer of CHOICES in Memphis
Dr. Morgan Richardson Cayama
Public health expert who focuses on respectful maternity care and mistreatment during childbirth.
Evidence Based Birth
Episode: EBB 369 - What is Mistreatment in Childbirth? with Dr. Morgan Richardson Cayama from Team EBB
Jennifer Anderson
Registered nurse, experienced doula, evidence-based birth instructor
Evidence Based Birth
Episode: EBB 367 - Early AROM and High-Dose Pitocin with all Inductions? Breaking Down the Latest Induction Trends with Jennifer Anderson, RN, Doula, and EBB Instructor
Ricky Jenkins
Instructor program coordinator, doula, and IBCLC.
EBB
Episode: Special Announcement - August with Team EBB

Host

Rebecca Decker
Founder of Evidence Based Birth and host of the Evidence Based Birth Podcast, who emphasizes evidence-based practices in maternal health.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • Too Woke

    Listened to her podcast on Vitamin K and she tried to make a black box warning some racist dog whistle.

    Literally could not take anything she said seriously after that. This is the epitome of what PhD programs have become. As if it was called a purple box warning people wouldn’t be sounding the alarm about a purple box warning.

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    EmilyEaston
    United Statesa month ago
  • Can’t trust anymore…

    Used to listen to this podcast with my first, but now I can’t trust the information. If she is willing to lie about the most fundamental and obvious truth that only real women can give birth then what else does she lie about when giving out info?

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    Riley280
    United Statesa month ago
  • Truly Exceptional Resource for Families

    EBB is an exceptional resource for families and professionals. I feel so lucky to be living in a time when I can access the evidence about a myriad of aspects of birth care, in a format that is straightforward, unbiased, easy to understand and FREE. Thank you EBB for providing such a valuable service to all of us!

    I also just want to add, since I see so many one star reviews because of the inclusive language, that the inclusive language is no big deal. I'm sure there's still people who insist o... more

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    5
    jessla44
    United States2 months ago
  • What's the issue?

    As a woman who happens to be cisgender, I have no issue with being called a "birthing person"? What are people so scared about? Live and let live, lol.

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    gbtopolina
    United States2 months ago
  • Invaluable Resource

    I have not found anything that compares to such high quality information as Evidence Based Birth. This is likely the best podcast on the internet for unbiased information on birth. They don’t use fear tactics one way or the other when explaining the research and your options. I cannot recommend this highly enough. This resource has helped me so much in my preparation for birth.

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    5
    ElainePopHawk
    United States2 months ago

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Some criticisms have emerged regarding the use of inclusive language, reflecting a divide among audience perceptions.
Overall, there is recognition of the show's impact in raising awareness about important issues in childbirth and maternal health.
Listeners appreciate the wealth of evidence-based information provided, which is seen as empowering and extremely valuable.

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EBB 373 - How to Confront Tokophobia and Clear Fears about Childbirth with Alexia Leachman, Author and Podcast Host of "Fear Free Childbirth"
Q: So how do we deal with the fact that we want to be in control, but then there's also this paradox of letting go?
Alexia explains that retaining control of your mind while letting go of control of your body is key to a positive birth experience.
EBB 373 - How to Confront Tokophobia and Clear Fears about Childbirth with Alexia Leachman, Author and Podcast Host of "Fear Free Childbirth"
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about what got you interested in this subject, and what is tokophobia?
Alexia shares her personal experience of having tokophobia after an unplanned pregnancy, feeling deep fear and anxiety around childbirth.
REPLAY: EBB 283 - How Colonialism, Environmental Instability, & Politics Impact Birth in Puerto Rico with EBB Instructors, Tania Silva Meléndez and Tamara Trinidad González, CPM
Q: What impact colonization continues to have on families and birth workers in Puerto Rico?
Tania highlights the colonial history and its lasting effects, including limited autonomy and economic instability, which severely impact the healthcare system.
REPLAY: EBB 283 - How Colonialism, Environmental Instability, & Politics Impact Birth in Puerto Rico with EBB Instructors, Tania Silva Meléndez and Tamara Trinidad González, CPM
Q: Can you talk to us about birth in Puerto Rico?
Tania provides a summary regarding the declining birth rates and the overwhelming challenges for mothers, including limited access to obstetricians and a high cesarean rate.
EBB 371 - Reclaiming Black Midwifery in the South with Dr. Nikia Grayson, Chief Clinical Officer of CHOICES in Memphis
Q: What advice would you give to someone who's interested in replicating elements of the CHOICES model in their own communities?
Dr. Grayson encourages people to start anywhere, emphasizing the importance of building a values-based model and not waiting for permission.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Evidence Based Birth®

What is Evidence Based Birth® about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on providing evidence-based information regarding pregnancy and childbirth, the content explores various topics that concern both parents and birth workers. Episodes frequently cover issues such as gestational diabetes, mistreatment in childbirth, labor induction practices, and the importance of respectful maternity care. The podcast emphasizes the sharing of up-to-date research and firsthand experiences from various guests, including healthcare professionals, advocates, and educators in the field of maternal health. It is likely to appeal to individuals who are expecting, new parents, and professionals wanting to enhance their understanding of best practices in childbirth without relying on fear tactics or misleading information. T... more

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3. Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy
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Recent guests on Evidence Based Birth® include:

1. Alexia Leachman
2. Hopey Fink
3. Ben Levin
4. Tania Silva Meléndez
5. Tamara Trinidad González
6. Dr. Nikia Grayson
7. Dr. Morgan Richardson Cayama
8. Jennifer Anderson

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