Insights from recent episode analysis
Audience Interest
Podcast Focus
Publishing Consistency
Platform Reach
Insights are generated by CastFox AI using publicly available data, episode content, and proprietary models.
Most discussed topics
Brands & references
Total monthly reach
Estimated from 7 chart positions in 7 markets.
By chart position
- 🇺🇸US · Parenting#1515K to 30K
- 🇨🇦CA · Parenting#1895K to 30K
- 🇳🇬NG · Parenting#823K to 10K
- 🇳🇴NO · Parenting#116500 to 3K
- 🇦🇪AE · Parenting#129500 to 3K
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
4.5K to 25K🎙 Daily cadence·253 episodes·Last published 5d ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
15K to 82K🇺🇸37%🇨🇦37%🇳🇬12%+4 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
6K to 33K
Market Insights
Platform Distribution
Reach across major podcast platforms, updated hourly
Total Followers
—
Total Plays
—
Total Reviews
—
* Data sourced directly from platform APIs and aggregated hourly across all major podcast directories.
On the show
From 17 epsHost
Recent guests
Recent episodes
You Wanted an Unmedicated Birth. Now They’re Saying You Need an Induction. Can You Still Do Both? | 261
Jun 19, 2026
Unknown duration
What No One Tells You About Feeding Your Baby with Feeding Specialist Jordyn Koveleski Gorman | 260
Jun 12, 2026
42m 37s
A Judge Decided She HAD to have a C-section. While She Was in Labor. | 259
Jun 5, 2026
15m 40s
The Breastfeeding Specialist You've Never Heard Of (But Desperately Need) | 258
May 29, 2026
26m 27s
The Second Trimester Isn't Just the Easy Trimester: Here's What's Really Happening | 257
May 22, 2026
11m 29s
Social Links & Contact
Official channels & resources
Official Website
Login
RSS Feed
Login
| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/19/26 |  You Wanted an Unmedicated Birth. Now They’re Saying You Need an Induction. Can You Still Do Both? | 261 | You spent months preparing for an unmedicated birth - the classes, the breathing, the mindset. And then your provider says induction, and your stomach drops. You know it's medically the right call, but it feels like everything you planned just went out the window.Here's what I need you to hear: induction and unmedicated birth are not mutually exclusive. I've done it three times myself, and I've helped countless students do it too.In this episode, we're breaking down exactly what induction actually means, what your real options are, and how to stay in the driver's seat - even when the plan shifts.Join the Calm Mama Membership: labornursemama.com/cmsLeave a review and include your Instagram username for a chance to win our monthly raffle!💡 What We Cover:Why induction doesn't have to mean the end of your unmedicated birth mapWhat cervical ripening and Bishop score actually mean - and why your cervix being "favorable" matters so much before anything else startsWhy Trish recommends against breaking your water unless you're in active labor (6+ cm and contracting regularly)How Pitocin can be run low and slow - and even stopped once your body takes overThe story of Ashley: a first-time mom with gestational diabetes and hypertension who got the induction and the unmedicated birth she wantedThe questions to ask your provider before you ever say yes or no to an inductionMore from this episode:Listen to episode 227: Kelly’s Redemptive VBAC – From Induction & C-Section to Pulling Her Baby onto Her ChestRead the blog: Everything You Need to Know About Being Induced Everything You Need to Know About Being Induced Check out this Induction WorkshopHelpful Timestamps:00:00 Inductions & Unmedicated Birth02:22 Why Inductions Are Rising03:56 A Student Induction Birth Story04:57 Induction Methods Explained06:53 Commitment And Pitocin Strategy08:40 Mindset And Labor Pain10:17 Questions To Ask Your Provider11:07 Stack The Deck In Labor12:43 You Can Still Have a Birth You LoveJoin The Calm Labor Birth Bundle - everything you need from bump to baby! Use code POD50 for $50 off!Over 15k mamas have used our classes to prepare for a birth that they love 🤍⭐ Download immediately ⭐App available ⭐Life-time access⭐Connect w/ Trish: On InstagramOn YouTubeFor more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast Services | — | ||||||
| 6/12/26 | What No One Tells You About Feeding Your Baby with Feeding Specialist Jordyn Koveleski Gorman | 260✨ | baby feedingmealtime strategies+3 | Jordyn Koveleski Gorman | Eat Play Say | — | feeding babyhighchair introduction+3 | — | 42m 37s | |
| 6/5/26 | A Judge Decided She HAD to have a C-section. While She Was in Labor. | 259✨ | patient rightsinformed consent+4 | — | Calm and Confident Birth Course | Florida | C-sectionlabor rights+5 | — | 15m 40s | |
| 5/29/26 | The Breastfeeding Specialist You've Never Heard Of (But Desperately Need) | 258✨ | breastfeedingpostpartum support+3 | Stephanie Wong | NICUIBCLC | — | breastfeedinglactation consultant+5 | — | 26m 27s | |
| 5/22/26 | The Second Trimester Isn't Just the Easy Trimester: Here's What's Really Happening | 257✨ | second trimesterpregnancy+4 | — | Second Trimester Prep PackCalm Mama Membership+1 | — | second trimesterpregnancy symptoms+4 | — | 11m 29s | |
| 5/15/26 | A Traumatic First Birth - Here's Exactly What She Did Differently the Second Time - Unmedicated Birth Story | 256✨ | birth storyunmedicated birth+5 | Linda Kelly | Calm Labor Confident Birth CourseModern Family | — | traumatic birthunmedicated birth+5 | — | 27m 48s | |
| 5/8/26 | The Birth Plan Mistake That's Setting You Up to Fail (Do This Instead) | 255✨ | birth plansbirth map+3 | — | Calm Mama MembershipLabor Nurse Mama | — | birth planbirth map+4 | — | 10m 48s | |
| 5/1/26 | Baby Sleep Tips Without Guilt, Pressure, or “Cry It Out” Method | 254✨ | baby sleepparenting+3 | Chrissy Lawler | The Peaceful Sleeper | — | baby sleep tipscry it out+3 | — | 29m 19s | |
| 4/24/26 | First Trimester Symptoms That Are Actually Red Flags (And Ones That Aren't) | 253✨ | first trimester symptomspregnancy+3 | — | — | — | first trimesterpregnancy symptoms+5 | — | 12m 41s | |
| 4/17/26 | Pumping Made Easier: 3 Powerful Tips from The Pumping Expert - Tamari Jacob, CLC | 252✨ | pumpingbreastfeeding+3 | Tamari Jacob | One With The Pump | — | pumping tipsbreastfeeding support+3 | — | 29m 22s | |
Want analysis for the episodes below?Free for Pro Submit a request, we'll have your selected episodes analyzed within an hour. Free, at no cost to you, for Pro users. | |||||||||
| 4/10/26 | What I Tell Moms Who Are Terrified of Labor | 251✨ | fear of laborpreparation for birth+3 | — | — | — | laborfear+5 | — | 12m 01s | |
| 4/3/26 | From 3cm to 10cm in One Hour: Our Student Gabi’s Birth Story | 250✨ | birth storylabor experience+4 | Gabi | — | — | birth storylabor+6 | — | 26m 06s | |
| 3/27/26 | You Asked, I Answered: Pregnancy and Postpartum Questions Your Doctor Is Too Busy To Answer | 249✨ | pregnancypostpartum+4 | — | Instagram | — | pregnancy questionspostpartum bleeding+4 | — | 14m 04s | |
| 3/20/26 | Baby Reflux Is Not Normal: What Every New Mom Needs to Know | 248✨ | baby refluxinfant colic+3 | Áine | The Baby Reflux LadyTraditional Chinese Medicine | — | baby refluxcolic+5 | — | 37m 12s | |
| 3/13/26 | Your Doctor Is Not Your Boss: Understanding Informed Consent in Birth | 247✨ | informed consentbirth rights+3 | — | — | — | informed consentbirth experience+5 | — | 7m 43s | |
| 3/6/26 | Unexplained Infertility: What It REALLY Means & What to Do Next with Dr. Sasha Hakman | 246✨ | unexplained infertilityfertility treatments+4 | Dr. Sasha Hakman | HRC FertilityAmerican Board of OB-GYN | — | unexplained infertilityfertility workup+5 | — | 42m 23s | |
| 2/27/26 | Epidural or Unmedicated? How to Decide Without Regret | 245✨ | birth choicesepidural+3 | — | — | — | epiduralunmedicated+5 | — | 6m 03s | |
| 2/20/26 | Did You Know Your Baby’s Sleep & Poop is Tied to Their Gut? with Dr. Stephanie Culler | 244✨ | baby gut healthmicrobiome+5 | Dr. Stephanie Culler | Persephone Biosciences | America | gut microbesbifidobacteria+7 | — | 27m 39s | |
| 2/13/26 | VBAC Student Birth Story: Cassie Gilliam | 243 | Join me, as I talk with one of my VBAC Lab Students and Calm Mama Society Members, Cassie.She's going to be sharing her birth story and how the techniques we've been working on in class, have helped her to move through her birth trauma from her first birth and prepare for an empowered VBAC.Join the Calm Mama Membership: labornursemama.com/cmsLeave a review and include your Instagram username for a chance to win our monthly raffle!Cassie gives us all the details, shares the highs and lows of her birth experience, and how ultimately she was able to bring her baby into the world in a way that she was proud of.This episode is packed with so much information and is really empowering for all the mamas out there who want to have an empowered birth.So grab a cup of coffee or tea and settle in for a chat with Cassie.Helpful Timestamps:00:00 Meet Cassie: A VBAC Lab Student02:16 Cassie's First Birth Experience03:28 Discovering the VBAC Lab07:11 Facing Challenges with the Provider17:53 Preparing for Labor at Home21:34 Arriving at the Hospital24:47 Labor Begins: Early Contractions and Support30:30 Challenges and Swelling33:19 Decision for a C-Section35:48 Meeting the Baby37:52 Reflecting on the Birth Experience40:45 Advice for Expecting MothersJoin The Calm Labor Birth Bundle - everything you need from bump to baby! Use code POD50 for $50 off!Over 15k mamas have used our classes to prepare for a birth that they love 🤍⭐ Download immediately ⭐App available ⭐Life-time access⭐Connect w/ Trish: On InstagramOn YouTubeFor more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast Services | — | ||||||
| 2/6/26 | 900 Births as a Doula: What Every Mama Needs to Know Before Hiring Support | 242 | Trish sits down with one of her favorite doulas - Sarah Osborne, doula, doula mentor, mama of three, and the real-deal with 17 years and over 900 births attended. Sarah went from a thriving solo practice to building a doula collective in the Pacific Northwest, and she’s spilling all the tea on what actually matters when you’re hiring support for your birth.You’re going to hear why the “Google checklist” of doula questions is kinda useless, how to spot the vibe you really want (yes, you should feel like you could be friends with her - and not care if she sees you naked and pooping), and why Sarah says you can’t say “never” in birth. She shares her own three very different birth stories, one of her favorite births she’s attended, and the powerful reminder that interventions have their place - and sometimes they’re exactly what you need. This conversation is packed with wisdom, zero judgment, and the kind of real talk that leaves you feeling empowered instead of overwhelmed.Whether you’re a pregnant mama trying to build your birth team or a birth worker who wants to do this work with integrity, hit play. You’re going to walk away smarter, calmer, and even more fired up about birth.More from Sarah Osborne, CD(DONA):Checkout https://theexpertdoula.com/skills-labConnect with Sarah on Instagram: @the.expert.doula + @thebirthcollectivepnwVisit TheExpertDoula.comVisit TheBirthCollectivePNW.comHelpful Timestamps:00:00 Welcome Sarah00:36 Sarah's Doula Journey02:09 Sarah's Birth Stories05:16 Choosing the Right Doula12:31 Memorable Birth Experiences15:06 The Role of Positioning in Pregnancy17:26 The Importance of Medical Interventions23:11 Respecting Personal Choices in Birth27:04 Doula Mentorship and CommunityJoin The Calm Labor Birth Bundle - everything you need from bump to baby! Use code POD50 for $50 off!Over 15k mamas have used our classes to prepare for a birth that they love 🤍⭐ Download immediately ⭐App available ⭐Life-time access⭐Connect w/ Trish: On InstagramOn YouTubeFor more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast Services | — | ||||||
| 1/30/26 | My Daughter's Birth- From 'Dead Baby' Threat to Beautiful Unmedicated Delivery | 241 | Today, Trish is sharing the powerful birth story of her daughter where she went from being told she would have a ‘dead baby’ at 37 weeks pregnant if she didn’t induce, to having a beautiful unmedicated delivery. This birth story shows how her daughter navigated the difference between convenience-based and necessary interventions. Trish breaks down the distinction between these interventions, highlighting the importance of informed decision-making and self-advocacy. She recounts how her daughter navigated medical advice and ultimately delivered her baby safely amidst true medical necessity at 39 weeks. This story underscores the value of patient education, boundaries, and empowerment in birth. You'll also hear an inspirational birth story from one of Trish's students, who delivered just a week after her daughter, showcasing the impact of her comprehensive birth education and how it helped her navigate a fast, unexpected home birth!More from this episode:Listen to the ‘My Daughter’s OB Said She’ll Have a Dead Baby (I’m a Labor Nurse Ya’ll)’ episode!Watch this FREE Birth Class: 3 Secrets to a Smoother, Faster BirthHelpful Timestamps:00:00 My Daughter’s Birth01:08 The Importance of Informed Decision Making02:40 The 37-Week Appointment04:42 The 39-Week Emergency Induction07:16 Advocating for Yourself During Labor11:58 The Birth Experience14:11 Lessons Learned and Final Thoughts17:22 Student Birth StoryJoin The Calm Labor Birth Bundle - everything you need from bump to baby! Use code POD50 for $50 off!Over 15k mamas have used our classes to prepare for a birth that they love 🤍⭐ Download immediately ⭐App available ⭐Life-time access⭐Connect w/ Trish: On InstagramOn YouTubeFor more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast Services | — | ||||||
| 1/23/26 | Why Labor & Delivery Nurses Choose Unmedicated Birth with The Labor Mama | 240 | Trish welcomes a fellow labor and delivery nurse and childbirth educator, Lo Mansfield, also known as The Labor Mama. They discuss the intriguing question of why so many L&D nurses, midwives, and birth pros personally opt for unmedicated births, sharing behind-the-scenes insights from their years on the floor. Trish and Lo open up about their own journeys - Trish recounting her first unmedicated birth at 17 out of sheer needle fear (and loving how she felt like a boss + queen afterward), while Lo explains her mix of clinical experience, like minimizing interventions for better outcomes, and practical perks, such as immediate mobility if baby needs the NICU.They swap hilarious and heartfelt stories of fast labors, OP babies, and the power of a supportive partner, emphasizing how education and trust in your body can make all the difference. Trish and Lo keep it real, reminding mamas that unmedicated birth isn't for everyone - epidurals and interventions can lead to beautiful births too - but empowerment comes from listening to your inner voice and advocating for yourself.More from The Labor MamaVisit thelabormama.comListen to the Lo & Behold PodcastFollow @thelabormama on InstagramHelpful Timestamps:01:44 Lo's Journey into OB Nursing04:52 Unmedicated Birth Choices05:28 Lo's Birth Stories09:23 Trish's Birth Stories17:42 Navigating Hospital Births, Interventions, & Autonomy29:12 The Value of Immediate Post-Birth Mobility31:41 Choosing the Right Birth Setting34:59 Trusting Your Intuition in Birth ChoicesJoin the Sold Out Offer Challenge at trishwarecoaching.com/soo happening this February 2nd-6th!Join The Calm Labor Birth Bundle - everything you need from bump to baby! Use code POD50 for $50 off!Over 15k mamas have used our classes to prepare for a birth that they love 🤍⭐ Download immediately ⭐App available ⭐Life-time access⭐Connect w/ Trish: On InstagramOn YouTubeFor more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast Services | — | ||||||
| 1/16/26 | My Daughter's OB Said She'll Have a Dead Baby (I'm a Labor Nurse Ya'll) | 239 | Trish shares a deeply personal and shocking account of a recent doctor's appointment for her 37-week pregnant daughter. Despite being a highly experienced labor and delivery nurse, she found herself shaken by the fear-inducing tactics used by the doctor to push for an induction at 39 weeks, with a beautifully healthy baby and mama. Trish discusses the importance of making informed medical decisions based on knowledge rather than fear, explaining how to navigate these critical conversations with healthcare providers. She emphasizes the power of asking questions, seeking second opinions, and trusting one's maternal instincts. Helpful Timestamps:00:00 A Shocking Doctor's Visit00:47 SThe Appointment02:13 The Doctor's Alarming Recommendation03:20 The Emotional Impact and Professional Insight04:45 Questioning Medical Advice10:21 Empowering Decisions and Final ThoughtsJoin The Calm Labor Birth Bundle - everything you need from bump to baby! Use code POD50 for $50 off!Over 15k mamas have used our classes to prepare for a birth that they love 🤍⭐ Download immediately ⭐App available ⭐Life-time access⭐Connect w/ Trish: On InstagramOn YouTubeFor more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast Services | — | ||||||
| 1/14/26 |  Wrapping Up Postpartum Unpacked: Key Takeaways for Confident, Evolving Moms | 238 | In this heartfelt finale of the Postpartum Unpacked series on The Birth Experience Podcast, Trish reassures new mamas that perfection isn't required to be a great mom. Drawing from her experience raising seven children, she emphasizes that confidence comes from trusting your growth, learning from mistakes, and evolving through reflection and new wisdom. Trish shares how postpartum transforms your identity, inviting you to embrace change without shame or fear, and reminds listeners that they're uniquely chosen and equipped for their baby - any gaps in knowledge are simply opportunities to seek support and keep growing. This isn’t the “end of who you were” but rather the beginning of who you’re becoming!Join the Calm Mama Membership: labornursemama.com/cmsLeave a review and include your Instagram username for a chance to win our monthly raffle!Trish highlights the vital role of community in navigating motherhood, whether through groups like the Calm Mama Society or local connections. She encourages mamas to build their village and move forward at their own pace. If you loved this series and the podcast, please leave a comment or review sharing your biggest struggles to inspire future episodes. Head over to our back catalog of episodes and tune into new ones every Friday! We appreciate and love you all!Helpful Timestamps:01:07 The Journey Through Postpartum01:36 Confidence in Motherhood03:57 The Importance of Community05:13 Final ThoughtsJoin The Calm Labor Birth Bundle - everything you need from bump to baby! Use code POD50 for $50 off!Over 15k mamas have used our classes to prepare for a birth that they love 🤍⭐ Download immediately ⭐App available ⭐Life-time access⭐Connect w/ Trish: On InstagramOn YouTubeFor more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast Services | — | ||||||
| 1/9/26 | Beyond Kegels: Revolutionizing Pelvic Floor Health After Birth | 237 | Trish welcomes Dr. Courtney Johnson, a pelvic floor physical therapist specializing in women's health for female athletes and active moms. Together, they challenge the outdated advice of relying solely on Kegels, explaining why tight pelvic floors aren't necessarily strong and can contribute to issues like leakage, prolapse, and pain, while debunking the normalization of postpartum symptoms as "just part of being a mom." Dr. Courtney advocates for a holistic approach to recovery, emphasizing the role of factors such as stress, sleep, sunshine, breathing techniques, pressure management, lifestyle habits, and even loose clothing in supporting pelvic floor health and the broader core system. Don't miss this empowering conversation aimed at helping mamas reclaim their body and mind after childbirth.Join the Calm Mama Membership: labornursemama.com/cmsLeave a review and include your Instagram username for a chance to win our monthly raffle!More from Dr. Courtney Johnson:Tune into her podcast: The Female Blueprint Follow her on Instagram: @thefemaleathletedoc Subscribe to her YouTube Channel: Dr. Courtney JohnsonHelpful Timestamps:01:55 The Misconceptions of Pelvic Floor Health03:06 Beyond Kegels: A Holistic Approach to Healing05:12 The Importance of Proper Diagnosis and Treatment06:41 Why Kegels Aren't Always the Answer08:18 The Bigger Picture: Integrating Pelvic Floor Health with Overall Well-being10:18 The Need for Updated Knowledge and Referrals13:38 Effective Pelvic Floor Exercises16:59 Understanding Pressure Management20:45 Healing Past Trauma24:17 Empowering Women's HealthJoin the #1 Birth Course for Confident Birth!Over 15,000 women have used our classes to prepare for birth with the knowledge and tools provided by a Labor Nurse.💻 Self-paced and lifetime access👩🏻⚕️ Perfect for all births- hospital, birth center, or home!🎧 Includes birth meditations and prayers.🌍 Women all over the world have loved our classes.✅ Start nowJoin The Birthpod ™ course Join The Calm Labor Confident Birth CourseConnect w/ Trish: On InstagramOn YouTubeFor more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast Services | — | ||||||
Showing 25 of 262
Sponsor Intelligence
Sign in to see which brands sponsor this podcast, their ad offers, and promo codes.
Chart Positions
7 placements across 7 markets.
Chart Positions
7 placements across 7 markets.