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Birth, Baby! | Guidance for Pregnancy, Birth, Postpartum, and Parenting

Birth, Baby! | Guidance for Pregnancy, Birth, Postpartum, and Parenting

Birth, Baby! Podcast Education 215 قسمت USA 2026-10-13 1 استخراج
Welcome to Birth, Baby! Podcast, a trusted resource for growing families and the birth professionals who support them. Hosted by Ciarra Morgan, an experienced birth doula, childbirth educator, doula agency owner, and birth doula trainer based in Austin, Texas, Birth, Baby! offers practical guidance, expert perspectives, and evidence-backed information for pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and life with a new baby.

Whether you’re expecting a baby, adjusting to life as a new parent, or supporting families through these transformative seasons, Birth, Baby! is here to provide education, encouragement, and conversations you can count on. Through candid conversations, expert interviews, personal stories, and approachable education, each episode is designed to help families feel informed, prepared, and confident as they navigate their unique journey. From prenatal care and birth planning to postpartum recovery, newborn care, feeding, relationships, and beyond, Birth, Baby! explores the questions families are really asking. It is also a valuable resource for doulas and other birth professionals who are looking to expand their knowledge, hear different perspectives, or find trusted episodes to share with clients as they prepare for birth and parenthood.
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قسمت‌ها (216 قسمت)

Doula Agency vs. Independent Doula: How Do You Choose? | Birth, Baby! Ep 215
Should you hire an independent doula or go through a doula agency? And if you're a doula, which model makes more sense for your career? I'm joined by Anna Rodney, founder of Chicago Family Doulas and...
2026-10-27
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From a Surprisingly Fast Labor to a Difficult Postpartum: Amanda's Story | Birth, Baby! Ep 214
What happens when the things that are supposed to feel “natural” about motherhood don't come naturally at all? In this episode, author and mom advocate Amanda Tice shares her birth and postpartum sto...
2026-10-20
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Should You Freeze Your Eggs? Egg Freezing, Fertility & Your Biological Clock | Birth, Baby! Ep 213
What does egg freezing actually look like, and who should consider it? In this episode, Valerie Landis joins me to discuss the emotional, financial, and medical side of freezing your eggs, including ...
2026-10-13
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When Sexual Trauma Resurfaces in Pregnancy, Birth & Postpartum | Birth, Baby! Ep 212
This episode explores the intersection of trauma, childbirth, and mental health, focusing on how sexual trauma can impact birthing experiences and postpartum care. Guest expert Lacey Castilleja Fisher...
2026-10-06
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Prodromal Labor, Oxytocin & Pitocin: What Your Body Is Actually Doing | Birth, Baby! Ep. 211
You’ve been having contractions for hours. You’re convinced this is it. Then you finally fall asleep, wake up the next morning, and they’re gone. A few nights later, it happens again. Welcome to the ...
2026-09-29
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Addiction, Recovery, and Pregnancy: Navigating MAT and Reducing Stigma | Birth, Baby! Ep. 210
Addiction doesn’t magically disappear when someone becomes pregnant. Yet pregnant women struggling with substance use disorder can face enormous judgment, including the assumption that continuing to s...
2026-09-22
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From Underprepared to Empowered: Three Births That Changed Everything | Birth, Baby! Ep. 209
Dr. Michelle El Khouri’s three births could not have been more different. In this episode, we talk about how Michelle progressed from feeling unprepared for birth to developing a deep connection with...
2026-09-15
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Scheduling Birth & Postpartum Doula Clients: Booking Strategies That Work | Birth, Baby! Ep. 208
One of the most common questions new and growing doulas have is: How do doulas schedule multiple clients without everything overlapping at once? In this episode, I’m joined by a postpartum doula agen...
2026-09-08
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PCOS Was Renamed to PMOS: What the Name Change Means & How to Actually Feel Better | Birth, Baby! Ep. 207
For years, we've known this condition as PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome), but our understanding has evolved. Many experts now believe the name doesn't accurately describe what's happening in the body...
2026-09-01
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Rebuilding Intimacy After Baby: Postpartum Healing, Pelvic Floor Health, and Feeling Like Yourself Again | Birth, Baby! Ep.206
Postpartum recovery is about so much more than the six-week checkup. In this episode of the Birth, Baby! Podcast, host Ciarra Morgan sits down with pelvic floor physical therapist Jensine Chavez to d...
2026-08-25
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From Unicorn Birth to Long, Tough Labor: Lessons in Expectation and Preparation | Birth, Baby! Ep.205
In this episode, Carly Pearson shares her deeply personal second birth story, highlighting the emotional and physical challenges she faced, from battling severe hyperemesis to navigating labor that wa...
2026-08-18
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Perimenopause Hormones Explained: Functional Testing & Nutrition Support for Women | Birth, Baby! Ep.204
Perimenopause can begin years before menopause, yet many women are never taught what to expect. From anxiety and sleep struggles to weight changes, brain fog, fatigue, and mood swings, hormonal shifts...
2026-08-11
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Round Ligament Pain During Pregnancy: Causes, Relief, and When to Seek Help | Birth, Baby! Ep.203
Sharp pulling pains in the belly, groin, or hips during pregnancy can feel alarming, especially for first-time parents. In this episode of the Birth, Baby! Podcast, host Ciarra Morgan sits down with ...
2026-08-04
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Understanding Gestational Diabetes: Key Facts Expectant Parents Should Know | Birth, Baby! Ep.202
In this episode, we explore gestational diabetes, its causes, testing methods, and management strategies. Our expert guest Lily Nichols shares evidence-based insights to help expectant mothers underst...
2026-07-28
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Matrescence Explained: The Emotional, Mental & Identity Shifts of Motherhood | Birth, Baby! Ep.201
Motherhood changes everything…including the mother herself. In this episode, host Ciarra Morgan sits down with Chelsey Scaffidi, the author of The Mother Year, to discuss matrescence, the seasons of ...
2026-07-21
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Birth Workers and Trauma: Recognizing Burnout, Triggers, and Emotional Overload | Birth, Baby! Ep.200
In this episode, we explore how trauma and vicarious trauma can affect birth workers, including the signs of burnout, emotional overload, and unresolved triggers. Guest expert Lacey Fisher shares prac...
2026-07-14
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Parent Coaching: How It Works, Who It’s For, and How to Become One | Birth, Baby! Ep.199
Parenting doesn’t come with a manual, but what if you had personalized, judgment-free support along the way? In this episode, I’m joined by a parent coach and founder of a training company for parent...
2026-07-07
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When Should Doulas Step In During Labor? The Art of Support vs. Holding Space | Birth, Baby! Ep.198
One of the most nuanced skills a doula can develop is knowing when to step in during labor, and when to simply hold space. In this episode, host Ciarra Morgan sits down with k’mae martinez, a fellow ...
2026-06-30
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Should Doulas Use AI? Balancing Automation & Human Connection in Doula Businesses | Birth, Baby! Ep.197
AI is rapidly changing online business, and the birth world is no exception. From content creation and marketing to workflows and client communication, more doulas are using AI tools to save time and ...
2026-06-23
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Pregnancy After Loss: Navigating Fear, Hope, and Birth After Stillbirth Birth, Baby! Ep.196
Pregnancy after loss carries both hope and heartbreak at the same time. In this episode of the Birth, Baby! Podcast, host Ciarra Morgan welcomes back Elaine Nguyen, a mother who previously shared her...
2026-06-16
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