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Evidence Based Birth®

Rebecca Dekker, PhD, RN
Childbirth
Pregnancy
Childbirth Education
Evidence Based Birth
Maternal Health
Doulas
Midwifery
Maternity Care
Postpartum Care
Breastfeeding
Obstetric Violence
Breech Birth
Doula Support
Labor Induction
Informed Consent
Perineal Tears
Waterbirth
Advocacy
Preeclampsia
Home Birth

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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Recent Guests

Victoria White
Doula and author of Why Neurodivergent Birth Matters
Neurodivergent Birth Podcast / Neurodivergent Birth Community Interest Company
Episode: EBB 398 - Supporting Neurodivergence in Birth and Postpartum with Victoria White, Doula and Author of "Why Neurodivergent Birth Matters"
Leah Bergman
Evidence Based Birth Childbirth Class graduate
Evidence Based Birth
Episode: REPLAY: EBB 253 – Preparing for a 38-week Labor Induction due to Intrauterine Growth Restriction with Leah Bergman, EBB Childbirth Class Graduate
Dr. Nicholas Rubashkin
MD, PhD in global health; associate professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences at UCSF; specializes in equitable access to VBAC
University of California, San Francisco; Human Rights and Childbirth
Episode: EBB 396 - Inequities in VBAC Access with Dr. Nicholas Rubashkin, MD, PhD
Shafia Monroe
Midwife, cultural historian, author of Mothering the Mother
International Center for Traditional Childbearing; SMC Full Circle Doula Birth Companion Training
Episode: EBB 395 - Postpartum Practices from African American Traditions with Shafia Monroe, Midwife and Author of Mothering the Mother
Ann Peralta
Founder and CEO of Partner to Decide
Partner to Decide
Episode: REPLAY: EBB 357 - Making Decisions about Elective Induction of Labor with Dr. Ann Peralta & Kari Radoff, CNM, from Partner to Decide
Kari Radoff
Certified nurse midwife, associate director of midwifery services at Boston Medical Center
Partner to Decide (clinical consultant)
Episode: REPLAY: EBB 357 - Making Decisions about Elective Induction of Labor with Dr. Ann Peralta & Kari Radoff, CNM, from Partner to Decide
Paige Wener
EBB childbirth class graduate and new mother
Farm/Parenting
Episode: EBB 392 - Enduring a 54-Hour Long Induction for Preeclampsia with Paige Wener and Kevin Booth, Graduates of the EBB Childbirth Class
Kevin Booth
EBB childbirth class graduate and new father
Farm/Parenting
Episode: EBB 392 - Enduring a 54-Hour Long Induction for Preeclampsia with Paige Wener and Kevin Booth, Graduates of the EBB Childbirth Class
Jennifer Lincoln
Board-certified OB-GYN; author of The Birth Book; hospitalist and advocate for patient-centered labor care
Board-certified OB-GYN; author of The Birth Book
Episode: EBB 391 - Electronic Fetal Monitoring Advocacy Tips with Dr. Jennifer Lincoln, OB/GYN and Author of The Birth Book

Hosts

Rebecca Decker
Host of Evidence Based Birth podcasts and founder of Evidence Based Birth
Dr. Morgan Richardson Cayama
Co-host and Research Associate at Evidence Based Birth

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • This podcast is nice, but…

    Please stop using terms like “pregnant person”. This is so distracting every single time, makes listening to the podcast a chore, where I am being forced imaginary pictures of “chestfeeders”. Unfortunately for me, the content itself is pretty good.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Billflor
    Canada3 months ago
  • 5 minutes in before trash talking capitalism

    I am dying for one mothers podcast that doesn’t have an implicit socialist bend. My mother escaped from communism and we had family members killed by it. Not all of your listeners are anti-capitalist, in fact a silent majority of people are NOT socialist. Please, save the anti-capitalism jabs for a different, more political format! I want to hear about science based parenting, not your inexperienced, naive take on socialism and politics.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Anon5436
    United States4 months ago
  • Amazing birth resource

    This is an excellent podcast for learning what research and evidence is on birth topics. I am a birth doula and I refer to their website and podcast often to brush up on different topics and share many of their resources with my clients.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fhhfhxbffbhthhddvdvdnktiwye
    United States4 months ago
  • “Pregnant people”

    Just say women.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    CHevyyyc
    United States4 months ago
  • Thoroughly researched

    Always impressed by the level of thorough research this podcast shares with listeners. I feel more confident as a doula and my clients feel empowered to make well informed decisions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LorMur91
    United States5 months ago

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Guests and topics are helpful for birth workers to educate clients and improve care.
Provides thorough research and actionable insights for clinicians and families.
Inclusive language is polarizing for some listeners but is generally viewed as a positive, modern approach by many.
Listeners appreciate evidence-based approach and practical conversations.

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EBB 391 - Electronic Fetal Monitoring Advocacy Tips with Dr. Jennifer Lincoln, OB/GYN and Author of The Birth Book
Q: In what situations is continuous monitoring particularly recommended, and how should patients approach these conversations with their care team?
Continuous monitoring is most justifiable in higher-risk scenarios (e.g., placental issues, prior stillbirth, severe preeclampsia, or labor induction with contraction management). Patients should discuss goals, request a shared decision-making conversation before labor, and document their preferences while expressing willingness to reassess if the situation changes.
EBB 391 - Electronic Fetal Monitoring Advocacy Tips with Dr. Jennifer Lincoln, OB/GYN and Author of The Birth Book
Q: What do you wish more parents understood about electronic fetal monitoring before they go into labor?
Parents should understand the basics of what the monitor shows (baby heart rate and contractions), that the test is not perfect, and that there are meaningful choices such as intermittent monitoring versus continuous monitoring; they should also know how to ask for an explanation of what is being observed and what the plan is if concerns arise.
EBB 390 - Simple but Effective Communication Techniques for Hospital Birth with Dr. Amber Weiseth, DNP, RNC-OB of Ariadne Labs and TeamBirth
Q: How does TeamBirth address physician buy-in and the realities of clinicians' workloads in busy labor and delivery units?
By demonstrating that the model can save time by reducing back-and-forth calls and unnecessary escalations, providing concrete tools and open resources, and framing the change as a bedside practice that re-centers the patient, while also acknowledging and addressing the systemic incentives and policy changes needed to sustain adoption.
EBB 390 - Simple but Effective Communication Techniques for Hospital Birth with Dr. Amber Weiseth, DNP, RNC-OB of Ariadne Labs and TeamBirth
Q: What is TeamBirth and how is it designed to improve systems but also outcomes for individuals and families?
TeamBirth is a simple, four-part structured communication model that brings the patient, family, and care team together at key moments, using a shared dry erase board and regular huddles to align on preferences and plans, with the goal of safer, more respectful, and more collaborative care.
EBB 387 - Doulas in the Operating Room, Risk of Repeating a Severe Tear, and White Coat Hypertension in Pregnancy with the EBB Research Team
Q: What is the relationship between white coat hypertension and preeclampsia?
White coat hypertension diagnosed early in pregnancy is linked to a more than five times higher risk of developing preeclampsia later on compared to normal blood pressure patients.

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The show consistently centers evidence-based approaches to pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum topics, featuring clinicians, researchers, and birth workers who translate research into practical guidance for families and care teams. Episodes frequently explore induction, VBAC, fetal monitoring, and postpartum care through the lens of shared decision making, patient advocacy, and system-level improvements. A standout is the frequent collaboration with midwives, obstetricians, and public health experts to discuss policy, equity, and global best practices, making it a valuable resource for clinicians, doulas, and informed parents seeking data-driven insights and actionable strategies.

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1. Down to Birth
2. The Birth Hour - A Birth Story Podcast
3. Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy
4. Birthing Instincts
5. The Great Birth Rebellion

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Evidence Based Birth® launched 8 years ago and published 431 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Evidence Based Birth® include:

1. Victoria White
2. Leah Bergman
3. Dr. Nicholas Rubashkin
4. Shafia Monroe
5. Ann Peralta
6. Kari Radoff
7. Paige Wener
8. Kevin Booth

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