Birth Journeys: Birth Stories and Birth Education for Moms & Pregnant Individuals

Are you looking for a podcast to help you feel confident in your birth experience?

Then The Birth Journeys Podcast® is for you! We share powerful and transformative birth stories that illuminate the realities of childbirth. Hosted by a labor nurse and prenatal coach who specializes in transformational coaching techniques, this podcast goes beyond traditional birth narratives to foster healing, build trust, and create transparency between birthing individuals and healthcare providers.

In each episode, we dive into essential topics like birth preparation, debunking common misconceptions, understanding hospital procedures, and promoting autonomy in the birthing process. We also bring you the wisdom and insights of experienced birth workers and medical professionals.

This is a safe and inclusive space where every birth story is valued, honored, and deserves to be heard. Join us in exploring the diverse and unique experiences of birth givers, and discover how transformational coaching can empower your own birth journey.

Contact Kelly Hof at: birthjourneysRN@gmail.com

Podcasting since 2022 • 128 episodes

Birth Journeys: Birth Stories and Birth Education for Moms & Pregnant Individuals

Latest Episodes

Delayed Cord Clamping Explained: Timing, Benefits & What Actually Matters

You’ve heard “30 seconds,” “a few minutes,” or “wait until it stops pulsing”… but how long should you actually delay cord clamping?In this episode, we break down what the research shows, what current guidelines from American College of O...

April 06, 2026 • 12:07

Mini-Episode: Why the Sounds You Make in Labor Can Change Everything

Contractions don’t just hurt—they can trigger a full-body stress response. Many moms instinctively tense up, hold their breath, or make high-pitched sounds, which can push the nervous system into fight-or-flight and make labor feel more intense...

March 26, 2026 • Season 4 • 8:30

Mini-Episode: Matresence: The Birth Of A Mother (Why Postpartum Feels So Overwhelming)

Postpartum isn’t just physical recovery after birth, it’s the beginning of becoming a mother. In this episode, we talk about what postpartum really feels like and why so many women feel overwhelmed, anxious, or unlike themselves after having a ...

March 19, 2026 • Season 4 • 10:18

Mini-Episode: Why Birth Prep & Birth Goals Are Not The Same Thing

How do you mentally prepare for labor — not just physically, but emotionally?Many pregnant women spend months creating a birth plan and learning about labor positions, breathing, and hospital policies. But one of the most importan...

March 11, 2026 • Season 4 • 15:11

Mini-Episode: Preparing Your Older Child for Labor and a New Baby

Preparing Your Older Child for Labor and a New BabyIf you're pregnant with baby number two (or more) and wondering how to prepare your older child for labor, the hospital, and life with a new sibling — this episode is for you....

March 04, 2026 • Season 4 • 15:43

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