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Welcome to the Birth Boot Camp® Podcast, where every birth story is a celebration waiting to be shared, every family journey is honored, and every listener finds inspiration and support. Are you eagerly anticipating the arrival of a new baby? Or perhaps you're a doula or childbirth educator, seeking new insights and perspectives to enrich your practice? Maybe you're simply curious about the miraculous journey of pregnancy and birth? Whatever your reason for tuning in, you've found your commu ...
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In our newest Birth Boot Camp podcast episode, we're talking All About Babywearing. Hollie Hauptly, Liana Wolfe, and Megan Busk share their own experiences and practical tips for using baby carriers. From the freedom of having your hands-free to the special bond it creates with you and your baby, this episode reveals why babywearing is a must for a…
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Ever wonder what experienced moms would tell their pregnant selves? We are spilling the tea on what we REALLY wish we had known about pregnancy, childbirth, and beyond. From financial prep to capturing those precious early moments, this episode is packed with hilarious confessions and wonderful advice. Tune in to hear how to navigate the emotional …
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Back for another round, our latest episode takes a look into postpartum and breastfeeding, shedding light on five additional TikTok myths that have been making the rounds. Join the Birth Boot Camp HQ Team as they sift through the noise and provide evidence-based insights into the realities of postpartum recovery and breastfeeding. From debunking mi…
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Join Holly, Cheryl, Liana, and Megan from the 'Birth Boot Camp' podcast as they take on five common myths circulating on TikTok and social media. In this episode, they dive into the misconceptions surrounding uterine recovery, childbirth pain, colostrum collection, and more. Drawing from their own experiences and expert insights, they debunk these …
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In our latest Birth Boot Camp podcast episode, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Karameli Thomas, an experienced 18-year veteran licensed massage therapist. Join us as we discuss our shared passion for childbirth education and the fascinating world of midwifery. Explore Karameli's compelling journey, where she shares her firsthand experienc…
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In this latest Birth Boot Camp podcast episode we are fortunate to be able to sit down with Ali Low as she discusses the critical topic of Trauma-Informed Care. In this insightful discussion, Ali sheds light on the significance of recognizing and addressing past trauma experiences among clients, particularly in the context of birth work. Drawing fr…
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Step into the world of neonatal care with Mary Farrelly, a certified NICU nurse and founder of The NICU Translator. Join us as we explore the complexities and challenges faced by families with babies in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), and discover invaluable insights to support you through this journey. In this episode, Mary talks about he…
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Join us as we talk with Dr. "Bill" Chun the founder of Doc & Doula. We discuss the maternal health crisis, birth inductions and how we can work together to provide better care for women nationwide. Dr. Bill has created a foundation called Douls for Everyone which aims to have doulas become accessable to all birthing people. Doulas for Everyone prov…
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This summer we heard Andrea Rudy's first birth story. When we chatted with her, she was just a few weeks away from having her second baby. We were so excited when she wanted to share her second story as well. You'll get to hear how she prepared for her second birth and how it was different than preparing for her first. Then hang on while she shares…
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In this week's episode Hollie and Cheryl enjoyed talking with Dr. Jay Warren, a chiropractor and expert in prenatal and pediatric care, to debunk common myths surrounding fatherhood. He published "9 Myths About Becoming a Dad" and you're luck enough to learn about 3 of those myths in this episode. Dr. Warren begins by challenging the notion that fa…
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In this week's episode Cheryl and Liana talk with Dr. Toya about the gaps that we find in United States when it comes to postpartum care. They discuss what postpartum care currently looks like, and what it should look like. Our role as birth professionals is to help support our clients in getting the care that they need postpartum, whether that be …
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In September, our headquarters team attended DoulaCon in Denver and we had an amazing time. We were able to attend as sponsors, vendors, and we were even able to speak about the importance of childbirth education. Even though it's been a couple of months we chat about our experience and how much we enjoyed the weekend. Get your FREE Guide: Your Bir…
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Join us as your Birth Boot Camp HQ team discusses the ARRIVE trial. This hot topic has been buzzing around the birth community and we are excited to share our thoughts, insights, and most importantly the real life implications. Tune in and share your thoughts! Find us on all major podcast platforms! Simply look for the 'Birth Boot Camp Podcast' on …
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Ep. 105 - Tips for Dads - Pregnancy, Birth and Postpartum
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Join us as we discuss ways dads and partners can support their pregnant loved ones through the pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum periods. Get great tips from our Birth Boot Camp HQ team and show your partner that you are on this journey together! Availabe on all major podcast station. Search for the 'Birth Boot Camp Podcast' on your favorite app…
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Join us for the latest episode of the Birth Boot Camp Podcast, where we sit down with the incredible Ruth Hildreth. As a dedicated Birth Boot Camp instructor, she shares her inspiring birth stories and her personal journey. Get your FREE Guide: Your Birth Plan Blueprint Let's Connect! Our WEBSITE: www.birthbootcamp.com INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/…
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Dive into the incredibel journey of motherhood with Alexis Partridge as she shares her unique birth stories of her four beautiful babies. From her first hospital birth to the heartwarming twin deliveries, and a surprise twist with her third. This episode is filled with empowering tales and unexpected outcomes. Tune in now for inspiration and valuab…
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Join us as we talk with Madelynn Meyer a Birth Boot Camp birth doula. She talks us through her first birth induction journey in a hospital to an incredible birth center bith with a remarkable support team. Get your FREE Guide: Your Birth Plan Blueprint Let's Connect! Our WEBSITE: www.birthbootcamp.com INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/birthbootcamp/ FAC…
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Tune in for a candid conversation with Caren Nugent a Doula and Childbirth Educator Trainer with Birth Boot Camp. This episode is full of humor and heartwarming moments as we hear Caren's birth journey unfold. Contact Caren online on Instagram Get your FREE Guide: Your Birth Plan Blueprint Let's Connect! Our WEBSITE: www.birthbootcamp.com INSTAGRAM…
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Join us as we hear another AMAZING birth story from Kristine Ortiz who is an instructor with Birth Boot Camp. She shares about her 26 hour labor and her profoundly empowering experince with her labor and delivery. Find Kristine online. Get your FREE Guide: Your Birth Plan Blueprint Let's Connect! Our WEBSITE: www.birthbootcamp.com INSTAGRAM: www.in…
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Join us for the Birth Boot Camp podcast with Vanessa Stepan. She talks to us about her three births and the experiences she had with each. Find Vanessa on Instagram Get your FREE Guide: Your Birth Plan Blueprint Let's Connect! Our WEBSITE: www.birthbootcamp.com INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/birthbootcamp/ FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/birthbootcamp/…
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Join us as we meet with Francesca Albright who is a certified Birth Boot Camp childbirth educator and is currently training with Birth Boot Camp to become a postpartum doula. She talks to us about the births of her two children and the experiences she had delivering both at a birth center and then having a home birth. Find her on Instagram, Faceboo…
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Welcome to the Birth Boot Camp Podcast. This Summer we are sharing amazing birth stories and in the process learning and changing the way women view birth. In this AMAZING birth story we meet with Andrea Rudy who shares her unique path to a positive hospital birth. Discover how she prepared, the challenges she faced, and the empowering choices she …
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Join us as we meet with Cali Sims a Birth Boot Camp Postpartum Doula. She talks with us about her 4 births and all the ups and downs of birth. Find her on instagram at Cali Freely Sims Get your FREE Guide: Your Birth Plan Blueprint Let's Connect! Our WEBSITE: www.birthbootcamp.com INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/birthbootcamp/ FACEBOOK: www.facebook.c…
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Kristy Huber is a Birth Boot Camp Postpartum Doula trainer and has been a doula and birth professional for a number of years. She shares with us her remarkable stories of birth work and her own amazing births. Get your FREE Guide: Your Birth Plan Blueprint Let's Connect! Our WEBSITE: www.birthbootcamp.com INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/birthbootcamp/…
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We meet with Annalise Levenduski and discuss her birth stories of her 4 babies. She discusses her first two hospital births and then her last two births which she had at home with the support of a midwife, her husband, and a doula. Find her on Instagram
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Today we are able to meet with Kayleigh Searle, her husband Randy, and their new baby. Kayleigh talks to us about her recent family centered homebirth birth with baby #4. She tells us all the details about this amazing birth. Contact Kayleigh at https://www.elevatedlifefc.com/meet-the-family
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At birth boot camp we truly believe that anyone can have an AMAZING birth. What does that mean and what are the steps to have an amazing birth? The Birth Boot Camp headquarters team discusses what that phrase means to each of them and about their own amazing births. Find us at www.birthbootcamp.com
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Megan Busk is the new Head of Marketing. She talks to us about her life, interests, and love of birth work. Listen in to learn more about her! Follow her on Instagram or her website Utah County Birth Services
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Liana Wolfe is the new Headquarters Admin. She talks to us about her life, interests, and love of birth work. Tune in to get to know more about her. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook
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We talk a lot about the day you give birth, but it's about so much more than that! It's about not only your physical health, but also your mental and emotional health. It's about how you're made to feel and how you are supported. It's about your baby, your family, and community. Today's episode is inspired by a quote from Rachel Reed's book Reclaim…
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A majority of people deliver their baby in the hospital for a variety of reasons. Hollie and Robmikia discuss why they chose hospital births as well as how you can prepare for an amazing hospital birth. They also share tips about choosing a care provider, touring the hospital, and learning about what your options are.…
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Caren Nugent and Jaunitta Taylor have recently started hosting a postpartum support group in their area. They saw a need in their area and sought to find a way to fill it. They wanted to create a space where moms could come together and get the support they need as they navigate their way through motherhood. We wanted to learn how they organized it…
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In the past year and half Melanie has attended all 3 of Birth Boot Camp's trainings becoming a childbirth educator, birth and postpartum doula. She shares why she chose to do that and how she did it! We also discussed how she has begun her work as a birth professional.
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Today we discuss life as a birth professional and the on-call life. Most doulas tell us that this is the most difficult part of their job. Hillery shares how she is able to balance her work as a birth professional with being a mother and childcare. If birth work is something that you're interested in, but you're not sure how to make it work, listen…
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"What do you want life to look like?" can be such a loaded question! Sometimes life throws curveballs at you and you adjust along the way, but when you take a step back and look at the big picture, what do you envision for yourself? Sometimes this big picture can change and you make changes to your goals. To hear our thoughts on life and how we hav…
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We love hearing about your experiences with Birth Boot Camp, and it's a little less common for us to hear it straight from the dads! Scott and Andrew are here to walk us through their experience with birth. To hear about their experiences, listen to our recent episode! 🎧 Available on all major podcast stations. Just search for the 'Birth Boot Camp …
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We never give ourselves enough credit for the amazing skills we have learned from our past! And so many of these skills can be applied to our work as birth professionals. Many teachers learn a lot of skills that are applicable to birth work. You're able to break down and explain big concepts in an easy-to-digest way as well as being able to trouble…
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So many people don't know about the possibility of having an out-of-hospital birth, especially if you live in a small town that doesn't have many options! Most women choose an out-of-hospital birth so they can have more control over their environment and what is happening. Especially with a home birth! Tune in to hear more! Available on all major p…
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There are so many lists online, and it can become kind of overwhelming. If you try to do it all, your bag might start to get too big, and most of those things can be unnecessary! We are here to unpack the essentials you need when you have to get out the door in a pinch! Available on all major podcast stations. 🎧 Just search for the 'Birth Boot Camp…
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Movies and TV shows have always depicted labor to be excruciating pain, so there's a lot of fear surrounding pain during labor. Of course there is pain that comes along with labor, but everyone's birth experience is different. And when you take childbirth education classes, we can help you prepare for what's coming! 🥰 Tune in to our recent episode …
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2022 was a year for the books! 🥰 We are so happy to have been able to get so much accomplished last year. Tune into this episode to learn more about our review of 2022! Available on all major podcast stations. 🎧 Just search for the 'Birth Boot Camp Podcast’ on your favorite app, and don't forget to subscribe so you never miss out on the latest info…
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We have some new trainings ready for you just in time for the new year! So, to start off the new year, we are discussing why each of us decided to get certified through Birth Boot Camp and what we loved about the training process. Tune in to our recent episode to hear more! 🎧 Available on all major podcast stations. Just search for the 'Birth Boot …
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In today's episode, we are chatting with Debra Pascali-Bonaro, the Director at Orgasmic Birth! She has had an extensive career in the birth world and through that she saw how broken the maternity care system is in our country, so she wanted to create something that would make a difference. Tune in to hear more about how Orgasmic Birth came about an…
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Ep 075: Your Doula Bag Today we are talking about what you will find in our doula bag! It is a common question from our trainings, and we wanted to elaborate on it to help all of the future doulas out there! Don't miss this super helpful episode to see if you are missing any key components to your doula bag! Available on all major podcast stations.…
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It’s tough to get the word out about physical and pelvic floor therapy when pregnancy pains have become so normalized online. But, if you are starting to feel pains associated with pregnancy, don’t hesitate to consult with a physical therapist, and you can even be proactive and visit a physical therapist before any pains associated with pregnancy a…
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About 1/3 of births in the US are C-Sections, and the rate keeps increasing due to a lack of information about VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean), which is in fact a safe option and possible for most people! To learn more about C-Sections and VBAC, check out our recent episode! 🎧 Available on all major podcast stations. Just search for the 'Birth …
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Real life happens! Sometimes you may end up sick, have a family emergency, or maybe you just want to go on vacation without the fear of missing something. It can be really beneficial to join an agency or group rather than working alone and always being on call. In an agency, you have reliable backup help in times of need. Listen to our recent episo…
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Informed consent is one of our favorite topics! In this episode, we talk about the "BRAINN" acronym and we walk you through how to use BRAINN when deciding on some methods during labor and birth. 🤰 Tune into this episode to learn more about Informed Consent! Available on all major podcast stations. 🎧 Just search for the 'Birth Boot Camp Podcast’ on…
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We often focus so much on pregnancy and birth that postpartum care winds up as a bit of an afterthought! Postpartum care is just as important and deserves your thoughtful consideration 👩🍼 Listen to our new episode to get the scoop on our recommendations for postpartum care and how to ask your support group for help during that time! 🎧 Available on…
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Massage therapy is so beneficial to mom, but it can also be so helpful to your baby! 💆♀️ Whether it’s about baby’s position or mom holding tension in her body, massage has big benefits for pregnancy and labor. Massage therapy helps create space so that your baby can naturally move around better. 🤰 Tune into this episode to learn more about massage…
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