
You can have a GREAT pregnancy, birth and postpartum experience. You just need the information and strategies to make it happen. The Great Birth Rebellion podcast, hosted by Midwife Dr Melanie Jackson offers evidence- based information to help you make informed decisions about your maternity care. The Great Birth Birth Rebellion helps you get the best out of your pregnancy, birth and postpartum jo... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 210 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ParentingAlternative HealthHealth & FitnessKids & Family | |||

The cascade of intervention is a known and proven phenomenon within maternity care. More and more research is revealing that interventions have both intended and unintended consequences. In order to remedy the side-effects or unintended consequences ... more
We have to be honest about the reality that working in midwifery is an unsustainable role. The lucky ones land a job that doesn’t leave them mentally and morally exhausted after a day of working amongst a toxic workplace that doesn’t care for the nee... more
It’s national science week in Australia from August 15th-23rd and the great birth rebellion podcast is on the program! In this episode, Mel and her 9 year old daughter Frida explain childbirth to your children. We explain the unique anatomy of a woma... more
There are various strategies that you can start using today that will help to reduce the chances of your vulva or vagina tearing during childbirth. This episode lists the action that you, your care team and partner can use to help you try and increas... more
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This podcast was so helpful in preparing for my 2nd birth - a beautiful physiological vaginal birth without complications. Birth scans showed my baby was large for gestational age however I felt empowered to trust my instincts and give my baby time rather than opting for an induction. The ‘big babies’ and ‘induction’ episodes were especially helpful. Thank you!!!
I’m beyond grateful for what you are doing for women. Listening to your podcast helped me to understand the system and taught me how to advocate for myself. I had my second baby recently and even though I had complications and ended up in theatre again, I had my healing experience. I had an unmediated birth with no interventions in the hospital setting. With only my midwife and my partner present. And everything I wished for had happened. Thank you for educating women!
Fantastic, informative, evidence based podcast. I avoided an episiotomy due to this podcast - felt informed and empowered enough to somehow, between pushes, tell the obstetrician that I did not consent to the episiotomy they were telling me they were going to perform. And then I didn’t even tear!
I’ve been listening to an episode a day in this pregnancy. Melany is calm, straightforward and funny. I always end up feeling more confident and supported by the end of each episode.
Dr. Melanie Jackson is awesome! I feel so empowered with my pregnancies because of this podcast and all of the other sources and information that Dr Melanie provides.
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The show consistently centers on evidence-based maternity care, empowering birthing people and families with practical strategies for pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Episodes range from pain management techniques and interventions to self-advocacy in the maternity system, with a strong emphasis on autonomy, informed consent, and continuous midwifery-led care. Noteworthy traits include a clinically grounded host who blends research with real-world stories, plus frequent sponsor integrations tied to birth preparation resources. Listeners can expect thorough explanations of procedures, risks, and alternatives, along with actionable tips for navigating various birth scenarios while prioritizing physiological birth and patient choice.
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The Great Birth Rebellion launched 4 years ago and published 210 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 The Great Birth Rebellion include:
1. Lynnelle Moran
2. Nigel Lee
3. Hannah Dahlen
4. Dr. Max Gulhane
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6. Dr. Andrew Bisits
7. Kate Stringer
8. Debra Pascali-Bonaro
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