The Birth Hour - A Birth Story Podcast
Bryn Huntpalmer
Whether you are pregnant and looking for inspirational birth stories through your pregnancy, trying to conceive, breastfeeding, or postpartum; if you're a first time mom or a veteran parent of multiple children, you can learn, laugh and maybe even cry a little at these moving childbirth stories from those willing to share one of the most intimate moments of their lives.
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Jul 8, 2025 • 47min
989| Stalled 1st Birth at the Hospital, Precipitous 2nd Birth at Home, and "wild card" 3rd Homebirth with the same Birth Team - Kinaya Pettiford
Links: Today's episode is sponsored by Motif Medical. See how you can get Motif's Luna or Aura Glow breast pumps covered through insurance at motifmedical.com/birthhour. Know Your Options Online Childbirth Course (use code 100OFF for $100 off) Beyond the First Latch Course (comes free with KYO course) Support The Birth Hour via Patreon!
Jul 1, 2025 • 49min
988| Redeeming Unmedicated Hospital Birth with Toddler Present After a Planned Epidural First Birth - Lindsay Iselin
Links: Get your breast pump, lactation support, and maternity compression garments for free at aeroflowbreastpumps.com/birthhour and use promo code BIRTHHOUR15 at for 15% off supplies and accessories. Know Your Options Online Childbirth Course - use code 100OFF for $100 off Beyond the First Latch Course (comes free with KYO course) Support The Birth Hour via Patreon!
Jun 24, 2025 • 1h 6min
987| Unmedicated Fast 3rd Hospital Birth Story and Challenging Breastfeeding Journey - Reflux, Thrush, and Exclusively Pumping - Liz Maughan
Links: Today's episode is sponsored by Motif Medical. See how you can get Motif's Luna or Aura Glow breast pumps covered through insurance at motifmedical.com/birthhour. Know Your Options Online Childbirth Course (use code 100OFF for $100 off) Beyond the First Latch Course (comes free with KYO course) Support The Birth Hour via Patreon! Liz's first birth story from Patreon archives
Jun 19, 2025 • 46min
986| Unmedicated Hospital Induction with Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) During Pregnancy and Low Milk Supply Postpartum - Molly Goldberg
Links: Airdoctorpro.com code BIRTHHOUR for up to $400 off! Know Your Options Online Childbirth Course - use code 100OFF for $100 off. Beyond the First Latch Course (comes free with KYO course) Support The Birth Hour via Patreon! You can now gift memberships to Patreon here!
Jun 17, 2025 • 1h 10min
985| Perfect Walking Epidural Birth, Undiagnosed Placenta Accreta leading to Asherman's Syndrome + Breastfeeding Struggles and Secondary Infertility - Jenny Sherpa
Sponsor: Use code BIRTHHOUR for up to 40% off your first order (including their already discounted plans and subscriptions) at thisisneeded.com. The Birth Hour Links: Know Your Options Online Childbirth Course (code 100OFF for $100 OFF!) Beyond the First Latch Course (comes free with KYO course) Access archived episodes and a private Facebook group via Patreon!
Jun 10, 2025 • 1h 19min
984| Unplanned Hospital Induction and Redemptive Unmedicated Hospital Twin Birth Story - Meghan Hollen Risse
Links: Get your breast pump, lactation support, and maternity compression garments for free at aeroflowbreastpumps.com/birthhour and use promo code BIRTHHOUR15 at for 15% off supplies and accessories. Know Your Options Online Childbirth Course - use code 100OFF for $100 off Beyond the First Latch Course (comes free with KYO course) Support The Birth Hour via Patreon!
Jun 3, 2025 • 46min
983| Two Fast Unmedicated Birth Center Birth Stories - Chelsea Mascari
Sponsor: Use code BIRTHHOUR for up to 40% off your first order (including their already discounted plans and subscriptions) at thisisneeded.com. The Birth Hour Links: Know Your Options Online Childbirth Course (code 100OFF for $100 OFF!) Beyond the First Latch Course (comes free with KYO course) Access archived episodes and a private Facebook group via Patreon!
May 29, 2025 • 1h 1min
982| Irish Hospital Birth, Induction Without Epidural Using Hypnobirthing Birth Story - Jennifer Dennehy
Links: Airdoctorpro.com code BIRTHHOUR for up to $400 off! Know Your Options Online Childbirth Course - use code 100OFF for $100 off. Beyond the First Latch Course (comes free with KYO course) Support The Birth Hour via Patreon! You can now gift memberships to Patreon here! Carolyn's first birth story can be found here.
May 27, 2025 • 48min
981| Unmedicated Hospital Birth after Water Broke (PROM) Birth Story - Sylvia Adler
Links: Get your breast pump, lactation support, and maternity compression garments for free at aeroflowbreastpumps.com/birthhour and use promo code BIRTHHOUR15 at for 15% off supplies and accessories. Know Your Options Online Childbirth Course - use code 100OFF for $100 off Beyond the First Latch Course (comes free with KYO course) Support The Birth Hour via Patreon!
May 20, 2025 • 1h 2min
980| Canadian Homebirth to Hospital Transfer After Contractions Stalled During Pushing Phase - Margaret Smith
Margaret Smith, a Canadian mother and childcare professional, shares her surprising journey from a planned home birth to an unexpected hospital transfer due to stalled contractions. She discusses the emotional rollercoaster of labor and the importance of community support during her experience. After the transfer, Margaret navigates early postpartum challenges, including milk supply issues, all while emphasizing the resilience required in motherhood. Her candid reflections shed light on the complexities of childbirth and the invaluable role of professional care.
