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Taking Back Birth

Maryn Green
Midwifery
Spirit Babies
Postpartum Care
Birth
Pregnancy
Mothering
Birth Trauma
Somatic Experiencing
Women Empowerment
Prenatal Care
Home Birth
Birth Attending
Early Pregnancy Loss
Indie Birth
Community Support
Motherhood
Divine Feminine
Hormones In Birth
Grief
Transformation

Join host Maryn Green, autonomous midwife of many years, for all things radical birth, midwifery and mothering related. For more info, go to indiebirth.org. To listen to past episodes visit indiebirth.org/podcastarchive/

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes150Founded13 years ago
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Health & Fitness

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Latest Episodes

It’s true! I’m back from a 10 month “rebirth” myself with some old ideas and new perspectives on the dissolution of this extreme birth movement. But mostly, we are collectively advancing (yay!) and moving forward together is a real possibility.

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Margo and I created something new! Listen in on the how, when and why we created this new version of our 8 year old midwifery school. We are open for enrollment for our first cohort beginning September 22, 2025.

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Today I talk directly to birth workers and about birth work specifically in this new offering for September. Most women I meet are chronically depleted and exhausted, and birth workers are at the top of that list.

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In offering my Miscarriage Mother to women all over, I’ve been witness to some key themes and feelings that may arise for women after a miscarriage. The time “after” means days, to months to years and I’ve also used my own experience to get familiar... more

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Donna Maria
An elder and mentor of the host, educator in emotional intelligence and birthing practices
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Verena Borell
Evolutionary astrologist and contributor to Sacred Birth Program
Episode: The Creative Impulse With Verena Borell
Jessica Birnbaum Pratt
A member of the Sacred Birth Certificate Program and a creator at Leia Moon.
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Episode: The Magic of Miscarriage with Jessica Birnbaum Pratt
Dr. Alexandra Kisitu
Author of 'Back to the Womb' and advocate for home birth
Founder of Infinite Expansions
Episode: Stories of Homebirth Mamas in Hawai’i with Dr. Alexandra Kisitu
Alyssa Rafidi
A fellow doula discussing her experience with late miscarriage.
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Episode: Miscarriage as an Embodied Experience with Alyssa Rafidi
Kendra Johnson
A new mom passionate about natural birth practices and currently pursuing midwifery.
Episode: When Your Birth (Video) Goes Viral and Also Throws You Into Birthwork – A Chat with Kendra Johnson

Host

Maryn Green
Host of Taking Back Birth; autonomous midwife with Indie Birth affiliation; focuses on radical birth, midwifery, and mothering.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 444 ratings
  • Balanced and honest perspective

    In such a busy and polarised space such as the birth world, this podcast brings balanced and big picture view. I think this pod is about re-centring women and what they want and need rather than pedal one view and side because of hidden agendas. It’s worth a listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ZadieCharlotteL
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Love this Podcast

    Of all the podcasts I listen to, this is my favorite. I started listening for the birth aspect as I began my journey in birth work. But there is so much truth here in all the aspects of life that this podcast touches upon. I always look forward to what each episode will bring.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Farmgirl C
    United Statesa year ago
  • The Best Overall

    Love this podcast so much. I can always trust it for all things birthwork and motherhood.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lolgu
    United States2 years ago
  • Best podcast

    I’ve been listening for years and Maryn’s such an inspiration to me spiritually. I love how she lives & shares her truth. She also brings complexity, wisdom and insight to the divine feminine experience of women in birth and life! Powerful. If it resonates, you will know!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    khatt123
    United States2 years ago
  • A beautiful and unique perspective

    Maryn brings her unique voice to the birth space and to life in general, and I’ve loved sharing in some of that divinely inspired wisdom for the last ten years. From 2014, when I first came across her, I resonated and felt so strongly as if we were viewing things from a similar perspective. For me, that is a rare and valuable thing, and I’m grateful for her sharing her personal journey and experience. I’ve gone a year or more without listening on many occasions throughout the last decade, but ev... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarah @ The Familypreneurs
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the host's wisdom and authenticity, with emphasis on challenging dogma while remaining compassionate.
Balanced and honest perspective across birth space, centering women's needs.
Consistently high-quality, deeply personal and transformative for many listeners.
Powerful spiritual and practical insights; listeners feel understood and empowered.
Some critiques note concerns about inclusivity and representation, highlighting ongoing conversations in the community.

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Apple Podcasts
#234
Argentina/Health & Fitness

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Stories of Homebirth Mamas in Hawai’i with Dr. Alexandra Kisitu
Q: What do you think is the current trend regarding Native Hawaiian women choosing home births?
Dr. Kisitu reflects that while the percentage may be low, there is a growing trend among Hawaiian women to reclaim traditional birth practices.
Stories of Homebirth Mamas in Hawai’i with Dr. Alexandra Kisitu
Q: Can you share your experience with home birth and how it relates to your book?
Dr. Kisitu discusses how her experiences with home births and cultural practices inspired her writing, emphasizing the importance of reclaiming autonomy in childbirth.
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Q: What practical tips do you have for regulating sleep?
Nikko advises on creating a dark environment at night and exposing oneself to morning sunlight to help regulate circadian rhythms.
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Q: How did you get into all of this?
Nikko shares her name's significance and her lifelong passion for helping babies and improving their health outcomes.
The Creative Impulse With Verena Borell
Q: Did you always know that you want to have children?
It wasn't something I really thought about, even as a young person. It just seemed very far away.

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2. Verena Borell
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6. Kendra Johnson

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