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The Birth Hour - A Birth Story Podcast

Bryn Huntpalmer
Pregnancy
Home Birth
Childbirth
Childbirth Education
Unmedicated Birth
Breastfeeding
Gestational Diabetes
Parenting
Postpartum Care
Midwifery
Doulas
Childbirth Stories
Prenatal Nutrition
Yoga
Birth Stories
VBAC (vaginal Birth After Caesarean)
Medicalized Birth
Lactation Classes
Deployment
Hospital Birth

Whether you are pregnant and looking for inspirational birth stories through your pregnancy, trying to conceive, breastfeeding, or postpartum; if you're a first time mom or a veteran parent of multiple children, you can learn, laugh and maybe even cry a little at these moving childbirth stories from those willing to share one of the most intimate moments of their lives.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes300Founded11 years ago
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Takeaways

• Delaney lives in Japan as a military spouse with two kids.

• Her first pregnancy was unplanned and filled with surprises.

• She experienced low amniotic fluid, leading to an induced labor.

• Delaney's first birth involved unexpected... more

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Recent Guests

Delaney Alexandra
Military spouse sharing two birth stories and postpartum mental health journey
Episode: 1045| Military Spouse Hospital Birth Stories in United States vs Japan plus Postpartum Mental Health Discussion - Delaney Goodrick
Sophia Letzring
Traveler, mother of triplets, prior fertility patient
Episode: 1043| Triplets Pregnancy with Preeclampsia and Cesarean Birth Story followed by NICU Stay and Post-surgical Infection - Sophia Letzring
Savi Jardine
First-time mother from Utah who gave birth in the Bay Area, California
Personal birth journey featured on the show
Episode: 1042| How Preparing My Mind and Body Led to a Powerful Unmedicated First Birth - Savvy Jardine
Elena Ruiz
Proud mother and marketer who shares her journey through pregnancy and loss
Episode: 1041| Positive Medicated Hospital Birth Story after Traumatic Molar Pregnancy Loss - Elena Ruiz
Maureen Graham
Mother of three, sharing her childbirth experiences on The Birth Hour
Episode: 1038| Unexpected "Wildcard" 3rd Birth Story and Postpartum PMDD Discussion - Maureen Graham
Allie Wesolowski
Stay-at-home mom and speech therapist from Northeast Ohio, sharing her childbirth stories.
Episode: 1037| Two Hospital Birth Stories, One with an Epidural and Herniated Disc and a Pitocin Induced Epidural Free Birth - Allie Wesolowski
Hannah Fair
A mother of three who shares her childbirth experiences.
Episode: 1034| Epidural Birth Followed by and 2 Epidural-free Inductions with IUGR Diagnosis and Newborn Viral Meningitis - Hannah Fair
Justine Noble
A creative individual living in Phoenix, who shares her birth experience including complications due to preeclampsia and postpartum challenges.
Episode: 1030|Positive Hospital Transfer followed by Postpartum Preeclampsia and PPD - Justine Noble
Lindsey Robrecht
Sharing two hospital births with midwives in France.
Episode: 1029| Birthing Bébé: 2 French Hospital Births with Midwives - Lindsey Robrecht

Host

Bryn Huntpalmer
Host of the show, guiding discussions and listening to guests share their unique birth stories, while facilitating a supportive environment centered on motherhood and childbirth experiences.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.9k ratings
  • Should be called the abortion hour

    For how many stories include women considering or carrying out killing their babies, there should be a trigger warning. Also stories of women who are choosing to deny their child access to their biological father because of their own preferences and desires. Unfortunately there is a lot of woke garbage in this show and you have to weed it out to find the good stories.

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    Kfnrbjckansjdo
    United States20 days ago
  • entertaining

    Love this podcast for birth stories

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    Melody 
    United Statesa month ago
  • Too scripted

    Used to love listening to these but over the last year it seems like most of the “interviews” have become totally scripted/ the guests are just reading straight from prepared notes, no conversation no questions. For obvious reasons this is less engaging than the typical podcast format of a structured conversation like other birth podcasts, such as Australian Birth Stories. The most recent episode was especially glaring (Dream Uncomplicated Unmedicated Birth). This used to be my go to podcast bu... more

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    santos4856
    Australia2 months ago
  • Wokie woke woke woke

    I used to be obsessed with this podcast and recommended it to everyone. I’m shocked how woke it’s become… she literally interviewed a woman who was very obviously in a cult and raising her kid in a “four parent household”? Like it’s okay to have boundaries and recognize when a situation is amoral. This podcast isn’t about family, it isn’t about women, it isn’t about what’s best for babies, it’s about this strange progressive ideology and worshipping that religion. So disappointing.

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    Itstoolateforme_saveyourself
    United States4 months ago
  • Listening since 2017

    Absolutely love this podcast. Authentic stories and experiences. Each woman’s own unique voice gets to shine in this podcast.

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    CStoneShort
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Feedback indicates a hunger for narratives that include more diverse birth experiences, particularly those with positive hospital interventions.
Concerns arise regarding potential bias in story selections and the focus of discussions, which may alienate some viewers.
Listeners enjoy the variety of birth narratives, feeling less alone in their experiences.
Authentic stories offering valuable insights and empowerment for expectant mothers.

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1043| Triplets Pregnancy with Preeclampsia and Cesarean Birth Story followed by NICU Stay and Post-surgical Infection - Sophia Letzring
Q: What was the experience like during the C-section and recovery?
Sophia recounts the intense physical and emotional experience in the operating room, the trauma of the procedure, and the prolonged post-op recovery including infections and pain management.
1043| Triplets Pregnancy with Preeclampsia and Cesarean Birth Story followed by NICU Stay and Post-surgical Infection - Sophia Letzring
Q: How did you navigate the decision about selective reduction?
Doctors presented the option with a small window to act; Sophia and her partner discussed parameters and ultimately decided to proceed based on medical advice and viability assessments.
1043| Triplets Pregnancy with Preeclampsia and Cesarean Birth Story followed by NICU Stay and Post-surgical Infection - Sophia Letzring
Q: What was the moment like when you found out you were having triplets?
Sophia describes feeling numb and shocked, followed by acute emotion as she processed the news and the implications for her pregnancy and future.
1043| Triplets Pregnancy with Preeclampsia and Cesarean Birth Story followed by NICU Stay and Post-surgical Infection - Sophia Letzring
Q: Can you tell listeners a little bit about you and your family?
Sophia shares that she is from Los Angeles, moved to Orlando for work, married, and now mother to three daughters who are triplets, with two dogs in the family.
1039| A Midwife's Birth Stories and Honoring the Lying In Period - Shafia Monroe
Q: How did all of this play into the work that you did? And I know you have a book now. Let's talk about that.
Shafia shares how her experiences as a midwife and mother inform her perspective on postpartum care and the content of her book.

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Focusing on intimate and diverse childbirth experiences, this podcast features personal narratives from mothers sharing their birth stories, ranging from empowering unmedicated births to challenging hospital deliveries. Listeners can expect to hear tales that span different birth circumstances, including twin births, postpartum challenges, and the emotional complexities surrounding various labor experiences. Each episode serves as a platform for exploration into the unique aspects of motherhood, leading to informed discussions about pregnancy health, mental well-being, and the support systems that play crucial roles during the parenting journey. The podcast is characterized by its authentic storytelling approach, aiming to create a sense of... more

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2. Down to Birth
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4. Learning To Mom ® Motherhood Podcast for First Time Moms, New Moms and Expecting Mothers
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Recent guests on The Birth Hour include:

1. Delaney Alexandra
2. Sophia Letzring
3. Savi Jardine
4. Elena Ruiz
5. Maureen Graham
6. Allie Wesolowski
7. Hannah Fair
8. Justine Noble

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