The Homebirth Midwife Podcast

In this very special episode, Sarah interviews Olivia, a first-time mom who shares her warm, joyful, and honest story of choosing and experiencing a home birth. Olivia walks listeners through her decision to switch to midwifery care, her smooth but emotionally complex pregnancy, and her fast, powerful labor supported by loved ones. She describes the beautiful moment her son was born into his father's hands and the tender postpartum...

In this heartfelt episode, Sarah interviews Kelly, a two-time Hearth and Home Midwifery client, who shares the stories of her two very different births. Kelly describes her long first labor that ultimately led to an empowered hospital transfer, where the skills and confidence she gained through midwifery care helped her advocate for herself and her baby. She then contrasts this with her fast, intuitive, and deeply supported home bi...

In this episode, midwife Sarah McClure welcomes back Melodie and Wes to share the story of their second home birth with Hearth and Home Midwifery. Melodie describes a calm yet powerful pregnancy and an incredibly fast two-and-a-half-hour labor that culminated in the birth of their son. The couple contrasts the warmth, relationship-based care of their midwives with the impersonal nature of traditional medical systems. Despite a post...

In this episode of The Homebirth Midwife Podcast, Sarah and Charli explore placenta previa, explaining what it is, how it's diagnosed, and how it can impact pregnancy and birth planning. They discuss risk factors, potential complications, and the reality that most cases resolve naturally. The hosts also challenge conventional restrictions often given to...

In this heartfelt episode of The Homebirth Midwife Podcast, Sarah McClure sits down with Ally, a two-time Hearth and Home client, to share her two very different birth stories. From an unexpected breech birth that led to a calm, supported hospital transfer to a peaceful, empowered home birth years later, Ally's story beautifully illustrates the range of expe...

In this episode of The Homebirth Midwife Podcast, Sarah and Charli explore the topic of preterm labor, answering common questions about what it is, how to recognize it, and what the risk factors may be. They discuss the unique role midwifery care plays in prevention, offering personalized attention and holistic support that helps many clients avoid complications. The conversation also highlights the special considerations for late ...

In this heartfelt episode of The Homebirth Midwife Podcast, midwife Sarah sits down with Colby, a Hearth and Home Midwifery graduate, to share the story of her second home birth. Colby reflects on the challenges of her first birth, including placenta retention and delayed breastfeeding support, and how those experiences shaped what she wanted for her next pregnancy. She describes the deeply pe...

In this episode of The Homebirth Midwife Podcast, Sarah and Charli unpack the challenging but vital topic of obstetric violence. They explore how mistreatment during pregnancy and birth can take many forms—from subtle dismissiveness and coercive language to invasive procedures performed without consent—and why these experiences are so often minimized or normalized. Drawing on their years of midwifery experience, they discuss the cu...

The Homebirth Midwife Podcast is back! Sarah McClure and Charli Zarosinski share the story of Charli's third birth — a joyful and empowering home water birth of her daughter, Daphne. Charli reflects on her more relaxed mindset during pregnancy, the humorous and sweet moments of early labor, and the calm, celebratory environment created by her birth team. She describes moving through labor with strong support, natural progression, a...

In today's episode of The Homebirth Midwife Podcast, Sarah and Charli answer listener questions about pushing during labor and practicing birth work while pregnant. The conversation begins with a deep exploration of various techniques for pushing during labor, focusing on whether to hold one's breath ("purple pushing") or to breathe through contractions. They go on to unpack their personal experiences as midwives and mothers, shari...

This podcast episode contains potentially triggering content related to sexual trauma, including discussions of abuse, assault, and recovery. Listener discretion is advised.

In this episode of The Homebirth Midwife Podcast, Sarah and Charli answer listener questions about home birth after cesarean (HBAC) and trauma-informed care in birth. They unpack the risks, safety considerations, and holistic midwifery support for those planni...

Welcome to Part 2 of our 'Postpartum Realness' series! In this episode, we dive into the raw and transformative postpartum experience, sharing real stories from our listeners about what surprised them most after birth. From sleep deprivation and breastfeeding struggles to postpartum mental health and the emotional duality of new parenthood, we explore the highs and lows with honesty and compassion. As midwives, we also discuss how ...

In today's episode, midwives Sarah and Charli dive into the raw, real, and often surprising realities of the postpartum experience. From physical challenges like constipation and breastfeeding difficulties to emotional hurdles like isolation, sleep deprivation, and relationship stress, this candid conversation normalizes the highs and lows of life after birth. With insights from our Instagram community and practical advice rooted i...

In today's episode, midwife Sarah interviews Tabitha and KD, a couple who had their baby with Hearth & Home Midwifery. Tabitha became pregnant with their baby after an arduous fertility journey and was in her 40's when she gave birth at home with our practice. The episode highlights the emotional and physical aspects of home birth, challenges faced during labor, and the deep impact of the experience on their family. We hope you enj...

On Today's episode, Sarah and Charli answer a listener's question about shoulder dystocia and her baby's NICU admission during a previous birth. Now pregnant again, she wonders if she should expect another shoulder dystocia and what steps she can take to prepare. This episode explores factors contributing to shoulder dystocia, the likelihood of recurrence, and how personalized care, maternal positioning, and midwifery support can e...

In today's episode, Sarah & Charli answer an audio question from a listener and student midwife who wonders how to create balance and sustainability as a student midwife and practicing midwife. 

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