Birth with Babylist https://www.babylist.com/ en 2025 Babylist, Inc. Giving birth is a big deal. You shouldn’t have to figure it out on your own. Each episode of Birth with Babylist brings together top experts alongside parents who have been through it themselves. We break down what happens before, during and after birth, from pain management and delivery room decisions to postpartum recovery. No fear-mongering. No shaming. Just trusted information and real stories. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. With new episodes every Thursday. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/145091a6-dc2b-11f0-9276-c31f5792187f/image/4ac42bbe845b9d8f6c2035b46098dce2.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress Birth with Babylist https://www.babylist.com/ episodic Babylist Giving birth is a big deal. You shouldn’t have to figure it out on your own. Each episode of Birth with Babylist brings together top experts alongside parents who have been through it themselves. We break down what happens before, during and after birth, from pain management and delivery room decisions to postpartum recovery. No fear-mongering. No shaming. Just trusted information and real stories. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. With new episodes every Thursday. Giving birth is a big deal. You shouldn’t have to figure it out on your own. Each episode of Birth with Babylist brings together top experts alongside parents who have been through it themselves. We break down what happens before, during and after birth, from pain management and delivery room decisions to postpartum recovery. No fear-mongering. No shaming. Just trusted information and real stories.

Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. With new episodes every Thursday.

]]> Babylist marketing@babylist.com How Are We Going to Pay for This? Being pregnant changes so many things: your body, your relationships, even your finances. Because having a baby means that there are totally new costs coming your way. And some of them may surprise you. In this episode, Jo Piazza has a candid conversation with Babylist's Family Finance Advisor Lindsey Stanberry about what you can do to budget for baby while you're still pregnant, from how to spend less on baby gear and starting savings accounts to researching affordable childcare options and negotiating with your health insurance provider.  Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. Follow so you never miss an episode. Featuring Lindsey Stanberry.  Head to babylist.com/money for tools and guidance on planning for your family’s financial future, comparing savings options and understanding eligibility for 530a (Trump) Accounts. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 09:30:00 -0000 full 1 12 Babylist Being pregnant changes so many things: your body, your relationships, even your finances. Because having a baby means that there are totally new costs coming your way. And some of them may surprise you. In this episode, Jo Piazza has a candid conversation with Babylist's Family Finance Advisor Lindsey Stanberry about what you can do to budget for baby while you're still pregnant, from how to spend less on baby gear and starting savings accounts to researching affordable childcare options and negotiating with your health insurance provider.  Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. Follow so you never miss an episode. Featuring Lindsey Stanberry.  Head to babylist.com/money for tools and guidance on planning for your family’s financial future, comparing savings options and understanding eligibility for 530a (Trump) Accounts. Being pregnant changes so many things: your body, your relationships, even your finances. Because having a baby means that there are totally new costs coming your way. And some of them may surprise you.

In this episode, Jo Piazza has a candid conversation with Babylist's Family Finance Advisor Lindsey Stanberry about what you can do to budget for baby while you're still pregnant, from how to spend less on baby gear and starting savings accounts to researching affordable childcare options and negotiating with your health insurance provider. 

Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. Follow so you never miss an episode.

Featuring Lindsey Stanberry. 


Head to babylist.com/money for tools and guidance on planning for your family’s financial future, comparing savings options and understanding eligibility for 530a (Trump) Accounts.

]]> 2180 no Your Birth, Your Story https://www.babylist.com/podcast/episode-11-your-birth-your-story You don’t really know what your birth will be like until you go through it. And even then, it can take time to figure out how you feel about it. In this episode, we talk about what it means to process your birth experience. And how hearing other women’s birth stories can help you feel more prepared and confident about your own. Then you’ll hear from seven different moms about their own unique birth stories—what happened, how it felt and how they think about it now. Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday.Featuring Vanessa Bennett, LMFT. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:30:00 -0000 full 1 11 Babylist You don’t really know what your birth will be like until you go through it. And even then, it can take time to figure out how you feel about it. In this episode, we talk about what it means to process your birth experience. And how hearing other women’s birth stories can help you feel more prepared and confident about your own. Then you’ll hear from seven different moms about their own unique birth stories—what happened, how it felt and how they think about it now. Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday.Featuring Vanessa Bennett, LMFT. You don’t really know what your birth will be like until you go through it. And even then, it can take time to figure out how you feel about it.

In this episode, we talk about what it means to process your birth experience. And how hearing other women’s birth stories can help you feel more prepared and confident about your own.

Then you’ll hear from seven different moms about their own unique birth stories—what happened, how it felt and how they think about it now.

Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday.
Featuring Vanessa Bennett, LMFT.

]]> 3609 yes How Can Your Partner Help? https://www.babylist.com/podcast/episode-10-how-can-your-partner-help What does real support during birth look like, and how can your partner show up when you need them most? Turns out, there’s a lot a support person can do to make your birth experience better—but only if they know how. In this episode, we break down all the ways your partner can help you before, during and after birth, with real stories from parents who’ve been through it. This is one to listen to yourself and send to your partner, so you can talk through what support looks like for you. Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday. Featuring Paul Zalewski, founder of Fathercraft. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:30:00 -0000 full 1 7 Babylist What does real support during birth look like, and how can your partner show up when you need them most? Turns out, there’s a lot a support person can do to make your birth experience better—but only if they know how. In this episode, we break down all the ways your partner can help you before, during and after birth, with real stories from parents who’ve been through it. This is one to listen to yourself and send to your partner, so you can talk through what support looks like for you. Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday. Featuring Paul Zalewski, founder of Fathercraft. What does real support during birth look like, and how can your partner show up when you need them most?


Turns out, there’s a lot a support person can do to make your birth experience better—but only if they know how. In this episode, we break down all the ways your partner can help you before, during and after birth, with real stories from parents who’ve been through it.


This is one to listen to yourself and send to your partner, so you can talk through what support looks like for you.


Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday.


Featuring Paul Zalewski, founder of Fathercraft.

]]> 1731 no Real Talk About Recovery https://www.babylist.com/podcast/episode-9-real-talk-about-recovery You’ve just given birth, and that’s a major deal for both your body and your mind. Now it’s time to recover, but what does that actually look like? In this episode, we cover what to expect from the first few weeks of the postpartum period and how your body heals—from lochia (we'll get into it) and hormonal changes to what sleep really means with a newborn.  Along the way, you’ll hear candid stories about postpartum anxiety, feeding challenges and the highs and lows that many new parents experience while getting to know a brand new human. Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday. Featuring Kim Einhorn, MD. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 02:11:00 -0000 full 1 9 Babylist You’ve just given birth, and that’s a major deal for both your body and your mind. Now it’s time to recover, but what does that actually look like? In this episode, we cover what to expect from the first few weeks of the postpartum period and how your body heals—from lochia (we'll get into it) and hormonal changes to what sleep really means with a newborn.  Along the way, you’ll hear candid stories about postpartum anxiety, feeding challenges and the highs and lows that many new parents experience while getting to know a brand new human. Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday. Featuring Kim Einhorn, MD. You’ve just given birth, and that’s a major deal for both your body and your mind. Now it’s time to recover, but what does that actually look like? In this episode, we cover what to expect from the first few weeks of the postpartum period and how your body heals—from lochia (we'll get into it) and hormonal changes to what sleep really means with a newborn. 

Along the way, you’ll hear candid stories about postpartum anxiety, feeding challenges and the highs and lows that many new parents experience while getting to know a brand new human.

Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday. Featuring Kim Einhorn, MD.

]]> 1901 no When Birth Doesn’t Go to Plan https://www.babylist.com/podcast/episode-8-when-birth-doesnt-go-to-plan Birth isn’t predictable. As much as you prepare, there may be some surprises along the way. In this episode, we walk through what it looks like when labor needs medical support. From inductions and Pitocin to C-sections and assisted deliveries, we’ll cover what’s involved and how those decisions unfold in real time. This episode is about making those interventions feel less mysterious and a little easier to understand—so you can feel informed and confident in whatever path your birth takes. Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday.Featuring Molly Lepic, DO, Florencia Segura, MD, Sindhu K. Srinivas, MD and Laura Hanks, MD (@drhanks_at_ur_cervix). Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:30:00 -0000 full 1 8 Babylist Birth isn’t predictable. As much as you prepare, there may be some surprises along the way. In this episode, we walk through what it looks like when labor needs medical support. From inductions and Pitocin to C-sections and assisted deliveries, we’ll cover what’s involved and how those decisions unfold in real time. This episode is about making those interventions feel less mysterious and a little easier to understand—so you can feel informed and confident in whatever path your birth takes. Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday.Featuring Molly Lepic, DO, Florencia Segura, MD, Sindhu K. Srinivas, MD and Laura Hanks, MD (@drhanks_at_ur_cervix). Birth isn’t predictable. As much as you prepare, there may be some surprises along the way.

In this episode, we walk through what it looks like when labor needs medical support. From inductions and Pitocin to C-sections and assisted deliveries, we’ll cover what’s involved and how those decisions unfold in real time.

This episode is about making those interventions feel less mysterious and a little easier to understand—so you can feel informed and confident in whatever path your birth takes.

Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday.
Featuring Molly Lepic, DO, Florencia Segura, MD, Sindhu K. Srinivas, MD and Laura Hanks, MD (@drhanks_at_ur_cervix).

]]> 1707 no The First 24 Hours with Your Baby https://www.babylist.com/podcast/episode-7-the-first-24-hours This is what you’ve been waiting for. After all the appointments, the labor, the delivery—you’re finally holding your baby. Now what? In this episode, we walk through the first 24 hours after birth. From delivering the placenta and understanding Apgar scores to skin-to-skin and your first postpartum pee, we break down what’s happening to your body and what’s normal (even if it doesn’t feel that way). Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday.Featuring Florencia Segura, MD, Abike James, MD and Paul Zalewski. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 10:30:00 -0000 full 1 7 Babylist This is what you’ve been waiting for. After all the appointments, the labor, the delivery—you’re finally holding your baby. Now what? In this episode, we walk through the first 24 hours after birth. From delivering the placenta and understanding Apgar scores to skin-to-skin and your first postpartum pee, we break down what’s happening to your body and what’s normal (even if it doesn’t feel that way). Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday.Featuring Florencia Segura, MD, Abike James, MD and Paul Zalewski. This is what you’ve been waiting for. After all the appointments, the labor, the delivery—you’re finally holding your baby. Now what?

In this episode, we walk through the first 24 hours after birth. From delivering the placenta and understanding Apgar scores to skin-to-skin and your first postpartum pee, we break down what’s happening to your body and what’s normal (even if it doesn’t feel that way).

Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday.
Featuring Florencia Segura, MD, Abike James, MD and Paul Zalewski.

]]> 2175 no Inside the Delivery Room You’ve timed the contractions. You’ve grabbed the bag. You’re pulling up to the hospital. What happens now? Even for the most prepared parents, the hospital can feel like an unknown. But it doesn't have to be that way. In this episode, we take you into the delivery room—from cervical checks and fetal monitoring to pushing and crowning. So when you walk through those doors, you’ll know what’s happening and how to advocate for yourself in the moment. Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday. Featuring Lo Mansfield, RN, IBCLC (@thelabormama), Molly Lepic, DO, Laura Hanks, MD (@drhanks_at_ur_cervix) and Jillian LoPiano, MD. Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:30:00 -0000 full 1 6 Babylist You’ve timed the contractions. You’ve grabbed the bag. You’re pulling up to the hospital. What happens now? Even for the most prepared parents, the hospital can feel like an unknown. But it doesn't have to be that way. In this episode, we take you into the delivery room—from cervical checks and fetal monitoring to pushing and crowning. So when you walk through those doors, you’ll know what’s happening and how to advocate for yourself in the moment. Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday. Featuring Lo Mansfield, RN, IBCLC (@thelabormama), Molly Lepic, DO, Laura Hanks, MD (@drhanks_at_ur_cervix) and Jillian LoPiano, MD. You’ve timed the contractions. You’ve grabbed the bag. You’re pulling up to the hospital. What happens now?

Even for the most prepared parents, the hospital can feel like an unknown. But it doesn't have to be that way. In this episode, we take you into the delivery room—from cervical checks and fetal monitoring to pushing and crowning. So when you walk through those doors, you’ll know what’s happening and how to advocate for yourself in the moment.

Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday.


Featuring Lo Mansfield, RN, IBCLC (@thelabormama), Molly Lepic, DO, Laura Hanks, MD (@drhanks_at_ur_cervix) and Jillian LoPiano, MD.

]]> 2138 no Should I Get an Epidural? https://www.babylist.com/podcast/episode-5-should-I-get-an-epidural Epidurals. They're one of the most common—and loaded—topics in pregnancy. In this episode, we focus on what that decision actually looks like: debunking common myths, walking through what it feels like to get one and talking honestly with OB-GYNs about the pros and cons. But pain relief during labor isn’t one-size-fits-all. We also cover other options—IV meds, nitrous oxide and non-medicated comfort measures like movement and water—along with real stories about how those choices played out during labor. And no matter what you decide, just remember, you’re allowed to change your mind. Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday. Featuring Jillian LoPiano, MD, and Laura Hanks, MD (@drhanks_at_ur_cervix). Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:30:00 -0000 full 1 5 Babylist Epidurals. They're one of the most common—and loaded—topics in pregnancy. In this episode, we focus on what that decision actually looks like: debunking common myths, walking through what it feels like to get one and talking honestly with OB-GYNs about the pros and cons. But pain relief during labor isn’t one-size-fits-all. We also cover other options—IV meds, nitrous oxide and non-medicated comfort measures like movement and water—along with real stories about how those choices played out during labor. And no matter what you decide, just remember, you’re allowed to change your mind. Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday. Featuring Jillian LoPiano, MD, and Laura Hanks, MD (@drhanks_at_ur_cervix). Epidurals. They're one of the most common—and loaded—topics in pregnancy. In this episode, we focus on what that decision actually looks like: debunking common myths, walking through what it feels like to get one and talking honestly with OB-GYNs about the pros and cons.

But pain relief during labor isn’t one-size-fits-all. We also cover other options—IV meds, nitrous oxide and non-medicated comfort measures like movement and water—along with real stories about how those choices played out during labor. And no matter what you decide, just remember, you’re allowed to change your mind.

Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday.

Featuring Jillian LoPiano, MD, and Laura Hanks, MD (@drhanks_at_ur_cervix).

]]> 1671 no Help! Am I in Labor? https://www.babylist.com/podcast/episode-4-help-am-I-in-labor This week, it’s all about labor! How do you know if you’re in labor? And what should you do once you are? In this episode, we decode what labor actually feels like, how to tell the difference between real labor and false alarms, and how to know when it’s time to head in. Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday. Featuring Dr. Laura Hanks, MD (@drhanks_at_ur_cervix), Lo Mansfield, RN, IBCLC (@thelabormama), and Liesel Teen, BSN, RN (find her on YouTube, Instagram, or check out her site, Mommy Labor Nurse). Thu, 12 Feb 2026 14:07:00 -0000 full 1 4 Babylist This week, it’s all about labor! How do you know if you’re in labor? And what should you do once you are? In this episode, we decode what labor actually feels like, how to tell the difference between real labor and false alarms, and how to know when it’s time to head in. Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday. Featuring Dr. Laura Hanks, MD (@drhanks_at_ur_cervix), Lo Mansfield, RN, IBCLC (@thelabormama), and Liesel Teen, BSN, RN (find her on YouTube, Instagram, or check out her site, Mommy Labor Nurse). This week, it’s all about labor! How do you know if you’re in labor? And what should you do once you are? In this episode, we decode what labor actually feels like, how to tell the difference between real labor and false alarms, and how to know when it’s time to head in.

Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author, and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday.

Featuring Dr. Laura Hanks, MD (@drhanks_at_ur_cervix), Lo Mansfield, RN, IBCLC (@thelabormama), and Liesel Teen, BSN, RN (find her on YouTube, Instagram, or check out her site, Mommy Labor Nurse).

]]> 1816 no How Do I Make a Birth Plan? https://www.babylist.com/podcast/episode-3-how-do-I-make-a-birth-plan A birth plan isn’t about scripting every moment; it’s about knowing your options and having the big conversations before you’re in labor. In this episode, we talk through what’s actually worth including in your plan, how to speak up about what matters to you and why staying flexible is key. You’ll also hear from parents about how their plans shifted once labor began, and what prep they’re really glad they did ahead of time. Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday. Featuring Jennifer Lincoln, MD, IBCLC (@drjenniferlincoln; author of The Birth Book), Liesel Teen, BSN, RN (find her on YouTube, Instagram, or check out her site, Mommy Labor Nurse), Lo Mansfield, MSN, RNC-OB, C-EFM (@thelabormama), Paul Zalewski (@fathercraftco), Jillian LoPiano, MD, Molly Lepic, DO, and Abike T. James, MD, MPH. Thu, 05 Feb 2026 10:30:00 -0000 full 1 3 Babylist A birth plan isn’t about scripting every moment; it’s about knowing your options and having the big conversations before you’re in labor. In this episode, we talk through what’s actually worth including in your plan, how to speak up about what matters to you and why staying flexible is key. You’ll also hear from parents about how their plans shifted once labor began, and what prep they’re really glad they did ahead of time. Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday. Featuring Jennifer Lincoln, MD, IBCLC (@drjenniferlincoln; author of The Birth Book), Liesel Teen, BSN, RN (find her on YouTube, Instagram, or check out her site, Mommy Labor Nurse), Lo Mansfield, MSN, RNC-OB, C-EFM (@thelabormama), Paul Zalewski (@fathercraftco), Jillian LoPiano, MD, Molly Lepic, DO, and Abike T. James, MD, MPH. A birth plan isn’t about scripting every moment; it’s about knowing your options and having the big conversations before you’re in labor. In this episode, we talk through what’s actually worth including in your plan, how to speak up about what matters to you and why staying flexible is key.

You’ll also hear from parents about how their plans shifted once labor began, and what prep they’re really glad they did ahead of time.

Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday.

Featuring Jennifer Lincoln, MD, IBCLC (@drjenniferlincoln; author of The Birth Book), Liesel Teen, BSN, RN (find her on YouTube, Instagram, or check out her site, Mommy Labor Nurse), Lo Mansfield, MSN, RNC-OB, C-EFM (@thelabormama), Paul Zalewski (@fathercraftco), Jillian LoPiano, MD, Molly Lepic, DO, and Abike T. James, MD, MPH.

]]> 1761 no How Do I Find the Right OBGYN or Midwife? https://www.babylist.com/podcast/episode-2-your-birth-dream-team Where you give birth—and who's in the room with you—can shape your entire experience. In this episode, we help you understand your options and make informed choices that fit your budget, preferences and medical needs. We explain the roles OBs, midwives and doulas can play during birth and pregnancy, break down what you need to know about hospitals, birth centers and home births, and hear from parents about how they made these big decisions and what they wish they'd known. Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday. Featuring Dr. Sindhu K. Srinivas, MD, MSCE, Dr. Jennifer Lincoln, MD, IBCLC (@drjenniferlincoln), Victoria Dean CPM, LM (@refugemidwifery), Mari-Carmen Farmer, CNM, MSN (@parteramaricarmen), Francie Webb, Doula, IBCLC (@go_milkyourself), and Liesel Teen, BSN, RN (find her on YouTube, Instagram, or check out her site, Mommy Labor Nurse. Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:30:00 -0000 full 1 2 Babylist Where you give birth—and who's in the room with you—can shape your entire experience. In this episode, we help you understand your options and make informed choices that fit your budget, preferences and medical needs. We explain the roles OBs, midwives and doulas can play during birth and pregnancy, break down what you need to know about hospitals, birth centers and home births, and hear from parents about how they made these big decisions and what they wish they'd known. Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday. Featuring Dr. Sindhu K. Srinivas, MD, MSCE, Dr. Jennifer Lincoln, MD, IBCLC (@drjenniferlincoln), Victoria Dean CPM, LM (@refugemidwifery), Mari-Carmen Farmer, CNM, MSN (@parteramaricarmen), Francie Webb, Doula, IBCLC (@go_milkyourself), and Liesel Teen, BSN, RN (find her on YouTube, Instagram, or check out her site, Mommy Labor Nurse. Where you give birth—and who's in the room with you—can shape your entire experience. In this episode, we help you understand your options and make informed choices that fit your budget, preferences and medical needs.

We explain the roles OBs, midwives and doulas can play during birth and pregnancy, break down what you need to know about hospitals, birth centers and home births, and hear from parents about how they made these big decisions and what they wish they'd known.

Birth with Babylist brings together trusted experts and parents who’ve lived it to break down what happens before, during, and after birth—without fear-mongering or shaming. Hosted by journalist, author and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday.

Featuring Dr. Sindhu K. Srinivas, MD, MSCE, Dr. Jennifer Lincoln, MD, IBCLC (@drjenniferlincoln), Victoria Dean CPM, LM (@refugemidwifery), Mari-Carmen Farmer, CNM, MSN (@parteramaricarmen), Francie Webb, Doula, IBCLC (@go_milkyourself), and Liesel Teen, BSN, RN (find her on YouTube, Instagram, or check out her site, Mommy Labor Nurse.

]]> 2321 no Own Your Birth Experience https://www.babylist.com/podcast/episode-1-own-your-birth-experience Congrats, you're pregnant! Now what? Welcome to Birth with Babylist, where we answer all the questions that are keeping you up at night. In our first episode, we walk through what birth actually looks like, from early labor through delivery. We talk to experienced OB-GYNs and midwives as they break down the stages of labor, what’s normal, what’s unpredictable and what you can prepare for. And because no two births are the same, real parents share what it was really like for them. Hosted by journalist, author and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday. Featuring Dr. Laura Hanks, MD (@drhanks_at_ur_cervix) and Victoria Dean CPM, LM (@refugemidwifery) Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:00:00 -0000 full 1 1 Babylist Congrats, you're pregnant! Now what? Welcome to Birth with Babylist, where we answer all the questions that are keeping you up at night. In our first episode, we walk through what birth actually looks like, from early labor through delivery. We talk to experienced OB-GYNs and midwives as they break down the stages of labor, what’s normal, what’s unpredictable and what you can prepare for. And because no two births are the same, real parents share what it was really like for them. Hosted by journalist, author and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday. Featuring Dr. Laura Hanks, MD (@drhanks_at_ur_cervix) and Victoria Dean CPM, LM (@refugemidwifery) Congrats, you're pregnant! Now what? Welcome to Birth with Babylist, where we answer all the questions that are keeping you up at night.

In our first episode, we walk through what birth actually looks like, from early labor through delivery. We talk to experienced OB-GYNs and midwives as they break down the stages of labor, what’s normal, what’s unpredictable and what you can prepare for.

And because no two births are the same, real parents share what it was really like for them.

Hosted by journalist, author and mom of three Jo Piazza. New episodes every Thursday.

Featuring Dr. Laura Hanks, MD (@drhanks_at_ur_cervix) and Victoria Dean CPM, LM (@refugemidwifery)

]]> 1806 Introducing Birth with Babylist What’s giving birth really like? And how can you get ready for it? Welcome to Birth with Babylist, your go-to podcast for real talk about labor, delivery, and recovery. Each week, host Jo Piazza brings together OBs, midwives, doulas, and parents to break down what to expect—and help you feel informed, calm, and confident wherever you are in your pregnancy journey. New episodes every week, starting January 22. Mon, 12 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -0000 trailer Babylist What’s giving birth really like? And how can you get ready for it? Welcome to Birth with Babylist, your go-to podcast for real talk about labor, delivery, and recovery. Each week, host Jo Piazza brings together OBs, midwives, doulas, and parents to break down what to expect—and help you feel informed, calm, and confident wherever you are in your pregnancy journey. New episodes every week, starting January 22. What’s giving birth really like? And how can you get ready for it? Welcome to Birth with Babylist, your go-to podcast for real talk about labor, delivery, and recovery.

Each week, host Jo Piazza brings together OBs, midwives, doulas, and parents to break down what to expect—and help you feel informed, calm, and confident wherever you are in your pregnancy journey.

New episodes every week, starting January 22.

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