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Healing Birth

Diana Forsell Tayan
Home Birth
Pregnancy
Midwifery
Motherhood
Childbirth
Free Birth
Natural Birth
Mental Health
Birth
NICU
Postpartum Depression
Trauma
Postpartum Care
Maternal Health
C-Section
Birth Trauma
Homebirth
Breastfeeding
VBAC
Childbirth Education

Conscious conversations about birth, rooted in trusting the inherent wisdom of our bodies.

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After going into labor unexpectedly at just 35 weeks with her first baby, Hannah's plans for a midwife-assisted homebirth quickly turned into a hospital transfer and a traumatic experience that left her feeling deeply let down by the very system of s... more

As the oldest of 13 children, nearly all of whom were born at home, Evelyn grew up with homebirth as her normal. Naturally, when she became pregnant with her first baby, she planned to give birth at home, too.

But at 36.5 weeks, a violent case of f... more

Today's guest reached out to me just after welcoming her fifth baby at home, in what she described as a deeply healing birth.

Her journey to this birth was shaped by four very different experiences before it, including a hospital birth, two previou... more

Julia was planning to give birth at a birth center throughout her pregnancy, but at 37 weeks, she learned that it was closing its doors. With little time to make a new plan, she and her husband chose to transfer their care to a home birth midwife, a ... more

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Recent Guests

Julia Lynn Reins
Birth stories guest who delivered at home with a midwife and doula
Episode: When Labor Knows What the Baby Needs
Nina Spears
Veteran doula, founder of The Baby Chick, author, and birth educator
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Episode: Why a Veteran Doula Chose Homebirth: Nina Spears (@thebabychick) on Birth, Postpartum, and Motherhood
Emmy Kissinger
Birth story facilitator and podcaster
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Episode: Birth Trauma, Homebirth, and the Healing Power of Telling Our Stories
Samantha Yetten
Birth doula sharing a personal home birth, hospital transfer, and cesarean birth journey
Self-described birth worker and partner to the host
Episode: A Cesarean on Her Own Terms
Erica Manto Paulson
Doula, childbirth educator, clinical hypnotherapist, prenatal bonding specialist
NurtureSensee / Cincinnati, Ohio
Episode: Why Birth Can Feel So Overwhelming, and What Actually Helps
Jordan Musser
Writer focusing on childbirth experiences and healing.
Episode: When Birth Isn't Healing
Leisa Masters
A fierce critic of the maternity care system and an advocate for mothers
Episode: Becoming a Birthworker with Leisa Masters
Tere Marie Martini
A doula and holistic reproductive health educator
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Episode: A First Time Mom Has an Orgasmic Birth

Host

Diana
Host focused on guiding conversations about birth, healing, and empowerment

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 137 ratings
  • Stories as medicine

    This is one of my favorite podcasts by far. The power and wisdom in these stories is indescribable. Birth is amazing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ekgetter
    United Statesa year ago
  • Healing birth stories

    This is such a safe space for women, I love it here!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sampraat
    Canada2 years ago
  • Such a gift

    This podcast is a true gift to all its listeners. Providing a platform for women to share their stories of transformation and to inspire others.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bebaeater123
    United States2 years ago
  • Such an important message

    Healing Birth is such a valuable podcast, sharing a message of hope and healing amongst so much birth trauma.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LJM700
    Australia2 years ago
  • Healing

    Listening to this podcast was an important part of my own journey to freebirth and wild pregnancy. Being able to witness others’ positive journeys was exactly what I needed. Thank you for also having me on to then share my own positive birth story in the hopes that I can also positively impact someone else.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Careykalkwarf
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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The podcast is viewed as a must-listen for those seeking hope, practical birth preparation, and communities around healing birth experiences.
Guests praise the host for compassionate interviewing and empowering storytelling that supports diverse birth choices.
Listeners describe the show as a safe, healing space that validates birth experiences and trauma-informed perspectives.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Why a Veteran Doula Chose Homebirth: Nina Spears (@thebabychick) on Birth, Postpartum, and Motherhood
Q: How should a pregnant person prepare for postpartum, emotionally and practically?
Create a comprehensive postpartum plan that addresses mental health, support people, and practical needs (feeding, rest, household tasks, and partner involvement) well before birth to reduce stress and support the mother.
Why a Veteran Doula Chose Homebirth: Nina Spears (@thebabychick) on Birth, Postpartum, and Motherhood
Q: What are the biggest lessons you've learned from attending hundreds of births, especially for first-time moms planning their birth?
Treat birth planning like a flow chart, prepare for multiple scenarios, and emphasize mental readiness and partner involvement; the most surprising element is how vital mindset and support systems are to a smooth labor and transition to motherhood.
She Invited her Mother-In-Law to Witness her Freebirth - and It Changed Them Both
Q: How did your partner influence the birth and what did you observe about his role?
He embraced responsibility, supported me emotionally and practically, and stepped into a masculine leadership role that protected my space while allowing me to remain open and calm during labor.
She Invited her Mother-In-Law to Witness her Freebirth - and It Changed Them Both
Q: What led you to consider free birth and invite your mother-in-law to be part of the experience?
I wanted control over my birth and to trust my body's abilities; involving my mother-in-law who was already supportive allowed us to plan safely at home without handing over control to the hospital system.
Birth Trauma, Homebirth, and the Healing Power of Telling Our Stories
Q: What helped you heal from the trauma of your first birth?
Processing the story, journaling, building a supportive community, and connecting with others who shared similar experiences were crucial, along with attending workshops and listening sessions that reframed the narrative into something empowering rather than defining pain.

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

Conversations center on birth experiences that emphasize autonomy, natural birth, and healing from birth trauma. Episodes frequently explore home birth, midwifery, personal birth stories, and strategies for preparing partners, doulas, and care teams to support a desired birth path. A notable thread is empowerment through informed decision-making, mindful preparation, and postnatal healing, with guests ranging from birth doulas and athletes to birth story advocates. Listeners who value holistic approaches, trauma-informed care, and women's centered birth choices are likely to find this show especially relevant and supportive.

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These podcasts share a similar audience with Healing Birth:

1. Birthing Instincts
2. Down to Birth
3. The Great Birth Rebellion
4. The Birth Hour - A Birth Story Podcast
5. Free Birth Society

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Healing Birth launched 7 years ago and published 281 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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What guests have appeared on Healing Birth?

Recent guests on Healing Birth include:

1. Julia Lynn Reins
2. Nina Spears
3. Emmy Kissinger
4. Samantha Yetten
5. Erica Manto Paulson
6. Jordan Musser
7. Leisa Masters
8. Tere Marie Martini

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