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“I am obsessed with this podcast! During my pregnancy I listened to every episode and I felt so much more educated on birth and prepared for it. Would recommend to any pregnant mom!!”
caroline0523 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/01/24
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“I just had my third baby a few months ago and I wish I would have known about this class and podcast for my other two. I never felt more prepared going into birth and even though things didn’t go exactly how I wanted, I was well informed and able to make decisions for my self and able to have a...”Read full review »
Kirstellison via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/22/24
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“I had felt so defeated after having a traumatic vaginal birth full of interventions and a painful C-section with my 2nd. With my 3rd, I wasn’t even sure I wanted to even try for a VBAC as I had no confidence in my own ability to birth my baby.
Then…. as if by divine intervention, I found this...”Read full review »
Katie, Mom of 4 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/21/24
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“Binge listener here! Third time mom prepping for my natural birth (March/April due window!) after my first two births didn’t quite go as expected. I love the unbiased and extremely informative conversations, and have been going back to listen to all the labor prep episodes as baby time nears! I...”Read full review »
HeidiAbhy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/20/24
“I found your podcast half way through my first pregnancy, and ended up buying your course soon after I listened to many of the birthing stories. I ended up having my first born daughter after only 7 hours of labour with no pain medication! It was an intense but amazing experience that I was able...”Read full review »
C-Gerber via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/08/24
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“This podcast and birth course helped me overcome the anxiety I had after my first birth that was filled with interventions. With all the information this podcast offers and the birth course, I was empowered and was able to have an unmedicated amazing birth experience with my second! So grateful...”Read full review »
DevG93 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/28/24
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“So much great info, I truly can't stop listening! I was quite nervous about birth before but honestly cannot wait. Thank you for all of the great content and your advocacy for a natural birth!”Read full review »
MaggieMc1217 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/27/24
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“I am so thankful for this podcast. I am 26 weeks pregnant with my first and I have been listening to this podcast for the majority of my pregnancy and I love it. I used to think that if I ever got pregnant I would definitely want to have a Cesarean birth because the thought of having my baby...”Read full review »
Care_bear_21 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/26/24
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“I am very thankful for this podcast. The content helped my husband and I feel confident and empowered about the birth of our first child. I ended up having a very quick labour and birthed our baby boy in the back of the truck on the way to the hospital into my husband’s arms. We know the...”Read full review »
Kar.Barr via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/18/24
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“Prepping for my first birth with a deployed husband - I feel like there are so many extra worries in addition to figuring out pregnancy and birth. Finding this podcast, I’m actually getting excited about my pregnancy and birth because I feel educated without feeling pressured in a certain...”Read full review »
bethany lynn crandall via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/11/24
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“I wanted to reach out and personally thank you for all of the work that you put into your web course and podcast. I listened to your podcast every day throughout my recent pregnancy and I know that it made a significant difference in my pregnancy and labor.
I am a first time mama and got to...”Read full review »
LMPfromMI via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/30/24
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“This podcast has been one of the few that have brought me some peace and overall knowledge without scaring me about pregnancy. I love the positive birth stories and the educational ones like rhogam, hemorrhages, etc. thank you and I will be joining the course for next baby!!”
NatKhernandez via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/26/24
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“I have listened to this podcast during my first and second pregnancies. The second time around, I also purchase the My Essential Birth course to prepare for a “natural” delivery in a hospital setting and hired a doula. I was more prepared the second time. The podcast is wonderful and is packed...”Read full review »
S_frye via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/21/24
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“First time mom here. I have learned so much during this pregnancy listening to multiple podcasts. I came across this podcast going into my 3rd trimester and it became my favorite to listen to. It was both educational as well as positive and empowering. It just made me feel good. Stephanie knows...”Read full review »
KAHerr! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/18/24
“I have been listening to this podcast for close to a year now and have become so passionate about educating myself and others on pregnancy and birth! My husband and I have been married for a year and a half & plan to start a family within the next few years. Stephanie, your podcast has made...”Read full review »
Graciebird97 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/17/24
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“Found this podcast at 4 weeks pregnant with an unexpected baby! I’m only 21 and had ZERO knowledge of anything birth or baby related and was so in the dark. This podcast has provided me with so much confidence and knowledge, I’m now 32 weeks and planning for an un medicated hospital birth! Thank...”Read full review »
Kompatrit via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/29/23
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“My baby is eight months now she is beautiful thriving and wonderful!!
Had a water birth can’t recommend them enough!!
We had to deal with a tongue tie but as soon as that was cared for my baby was nursing well!!!
Please try to get a dentist on who does those procedures it makes the biggest...”Read full review »
Amelia R. P. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/27/23
“I first heard of the My Essential Birth podcast through someone’s TikTok post and started listening to it on my commute to work around the end of second trimester/start of third trimester. It was going to be my first birth and I knew I wanted to do it unmedicated, if possible, but I had no idea...”Read full review »
Nahycnil via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/04/23
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“I absolutely love this podcast! I listened to it throughout my entire pregnancy and it brought me knowledge and reassurance, which allowed me to have the most amazing all natural birth!”
Charlield13 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/03/23
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“I started listening when I was around 6 weeks pregnant and I cannot get enough of this podcast. I’m now 25 weeks and will be signing up for the birth course this weekend. I already feel so much more prepared and well educated about pregnancy and birth just from listening and can’t wait to start...”Read full review »
Lbg1188 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/19/23
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“If you’re thirsty for knowledge and want to dive deep into pregnancy learning, then this podcast is for you. I have already been through pregnancy twice with pretty good experiences, but the My Essential Birth Podcast has expanded my understanding of not only the birth process, but with tools to...”Read full review »
klc_style via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/17/23
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“I listened to this podcast during my entire first pregnancy. I loved the mix of birth stories, education, and practices. I felt empowered to advocate for myself and ask a lot of questions, which lead to confidence in my body and trust in my provider. I chose the epidural route and was satisfied...”Read full review »
I love biebs and this game via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/14/23
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“I have a little obsession with birth stories and all things birth! I started binge listening to your podcast a couple months ago and absolutely love every single one of them!
Currently not pregnant or have any kids but praying the Lord will bless us with kids soon. Can’t wait to experience that...”Read full review »
MariaMartensThiessen via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/30/23
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“I highly recommend this podcast to anyone expecting, and I highly recommend the course as well. Between the podcast and course, I was empowered to switch providers at 32 weeks and have the home birth I wanted. My midwife and doula were so impressed by how much information I knew and how prepared...”Read full review »
Lulu2394 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/12/23
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“I absolutely love this podcast and literally recommend it to every single pregnant woman I see and to friends and family who are starting their pregnancy journey! I truly believe knowledge is power especially in a world where women tend to have to advocate a little harder than we’d like. I have a...”Read full review »
JackieP2022 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/11/23
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“Your very last podcast was made for me (212)! My fiancé and I want children very soon after we get married, I know exactly the kind of birth that I want, he’s hesitant because he’s worried something will happen outside of a hospital. Im definitely strapping him to a chair and make him listen to...”Read full review »
Ladyabbs via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/27/23
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“I binge listened to this podcast! It was so helpful to listen to and learn all of the things I didn’t know about labor and childbirth, even though this was my second pregnancy. I decided I wanted to do a natural delivery this time around and this podcast taught me so much. I am happy to say I am...”Read full review »
LP 8165 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/25/23
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“I just LOVE this podcast. I found you just by searching pregnancy podcasts as I am currently almost 20 weeks pregnant with our rainbow baby. I’m naturally anxious and my ways to cope are often educating myself via reading or listening to podcasts. Finding this has been a lifesaver and has...”Read full review »
simply_sabrina_ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/25/23
“As a first time mom, I did so much research before we tried to conceive because I wanted to determine what kind of birth would be best for me and I wanted to prepare as best I could for pregnancy. Coming across Stephanie’s podcast was the biggest blessing! It was exactly what I needed to make an...”Read full review »
Cristina Trouy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/23/23
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“I went through and hit “play next” on all the episodes I didn’t want to miss at 38 weeks pregnant (when I realized the books I picked out were never going to get read). I had to be induced but had the confidence to ask for the least interventions (so my waters were broken instead of pitocin...”Read full review »
Neenah66 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/17/23
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“So happy to have found this podcast! I found My Essential Birth at the end of my first trimester. We had hired a doula very early on and was so grateful to have the resources to be able to do so. However, being a military family I think My Essential Birth is awesome for anyone who may not have...”Read full review »
Murphy MLW via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/13/23
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“This podcast was one of the most fantastic resources throughout my entire pregnancy and helped me feel very prepared and informed ahead of my birth this past spring. I had a spectacular birth experience and was able to navigate conversations with my providers confidently to ensure that my baby...”Read full review »
_smileyriley_ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/22/23
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“I found this podcast about a week ago and have not stopped binging episodes. I really love the positive birth stories! It seems most of my friends have traumatizing birth experiences, normally ending in an emergency c section. Since before getting pregnant my husband and I have discussed working...”Read full review »
kpalsson via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/20/23
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“This podcast was my best resource during pregnancy! I just had my first baby and before the birth I listened to every episode of this podcast! My birth preferences went out the door when my babe was diagnosed with fetal growth restriction and I was scheduled to be induced early. This podcast gave...”Read full review »
ERees307 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/17/23
“I am a family Md/OB in Canada and currently pregnant with my 3rd. Though my knowledge base from my work is obviously more than a lot of people, the personal experience is always so different!! My two babies to date have been born without complications and with the help of hypnobirthing I...”Read full review »
Canadiandoctormom via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/10/23
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“Pregnant with my second baby and I’m on round 2 of binging every episode because I find them so educational and empowering! Anytime anyone tells me they are expecting I immediately suggest this podcast and birthing course because I know they made all the difference in my first labor.”
Katekast425 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/05/23
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“I’m halfway through my second pregnancy and longing for information to expand my knowledge on what I can do to have a more natural birth (as in no induction, no Pitocin etc.) and this podcast is giving me ALL THE DETAILS!!! I. Love. It. Def recommend to moms wanting to be in charge of their birth...”Read full review »
Banandjdnsbaish via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/02/23
“First can I say if you are here, send to a friend. This podcast could not be more amazing! I just had my second baby, my VBAC baby successfully with an induction I did not want but was needed due to preeclampsia. I listened to the “Induction without an Epidural” podcast on repeat during my first...”Read full review »
kristenmanske via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/01/23
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“I’ve only listened to a couple episodes but I really love how every story is told. I love the educational side and the emotional side of the episodes. This has helped me feel “heard” in a way but also realize that I need to keep learning. Love this podcast!”
mad-dog98 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/01/23
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“This podcast is amazing beyond words. My husband and I are still in preconception, but planning to start trying to conceive in a few months, and I have been obsessively listening to these episodes. I have learned so much from Steph (and Courtney), and feel so prepared and confident - I know I’ll...”Read full review »
kate.e.amsden via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/26/23
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“LOVE LOVE LOVE this podcast. I found this podcast later on in my pregnancy but so glad I did. We moved to a new state where we didn’t know a single person half way through my pregnancy. I was terrified know that I was going to be laboring without my momma there to support me and encourage me like...”Read full review »
N.Schmidt4 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/22/23
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“I am SO thankful for you and for this podcast. Through binge listening daily (haven’t even taken the course yet!), I have no fear or anxiety about delivering my first baby in November. As soon as I found out I was pregnant in March, I started listening to your podcast and feel so empowered,...”Read full review »
Courtmess412 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/23
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“Not sure if I’ll keep recommending this to clients. Really disappointed in the recent episode normalizing the fertility industry and medical industry completely taking advantage of and manipulating a couple multiple times over and then acting like it was no big deal because at least they had...”Read full review »
handmaidbirth via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/23
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“I was planning on winging it for my first birth but I am so thankful I didn’t. I came across this podcast by chance early on in my first pregnancy and couldn’t stop listening and absorbing everything these ladies had to offer. Even though my options are slightly different being in Australia, I am...”Read full review »
Kentest via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/21/23
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“I love love love this podcast so much. My husband and I are not trying yet (hopefully soon!) but I stumbled upon this podcast trying to stay awake on a drive one night and I was immediately hooked! Stephanie (& Courtney for those older episodes) does such a good job of giving all sides to any...”Read full review »
CoraTheFloralPreserver via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/18/23
“Hey Stephanie; My name is kristen and I am so thankful for your podcast!!! As soon as I was a day late for my period I knew I was pregnant and the first thing I did was try to find a podcast that fit what kind of birth experience I knew I wanted to have. I am so grateful that I found this so...”Read full review »
kristennnnnThomassssss via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/13/23
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“I think I found you while listening to all the Lily Nichols podcasts interviews I could find! Between you and Lily… I have all the pregnancy info I could ever want! I had hypertension and a 38 week induction last labor that ended in a c section (ugh) and am doing all I can to prevent hypertension...”Read full review »
Cllaaaiiiirrrrreeeeee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/11/23
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“Hi my name is Hannah and I’m currently 26 weeks pregnant and found this podcast back when me and my husband first started trying. All of the information in this podcast is easy to digest and non bias. I love hearing about all of my options for birth and learning about all the ways my partner can...”Read full review »
Hannahbell02 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/10/23
“As a pediatric and prenatal Doctor of Chiropractic and pregnant for the first time, this has been such a fun podcast to listen to! I work within the birth world and I’m still learning new things during each episode. Planning my first natural birth in a birthing center in October, and excited to...”Read full review »
DoctorChiro via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/07/23
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