The Birth Hour - A Birth Story Podcast
Bryn Huntpalmer
Show overview
The Birth Hour - A Birth Story Podcast has been publishing since 2024, and across the 2 years since has built a catalogue of 109 episodes. That works out to roughly 100 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 47 min and 1h 4m — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Kids & Family show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 3 days ago, with 29 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2025, with 75 episodes published. Published by Bryn Huntpalmer.
From the publisher
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.
Latest Episodes
View all 109 episodes1057| Switching from Hospital to Home Birth at 34 Weeks Birth Story - Monique Lamhut
1056| Military Infertility Journey, Gestational Diabetes and Induction Turned Cesarean Birth Story - Amber Daniels
1055| Ectopic Pregnancy and how Closely Tracking Cycle Saved My Fallopian Tube, Breech Cesarean Followed by HBAC - Aly Salayandia
1054| Giving Birth During Residency and Gallbladder Removal While Pregnant - Dr. Manisha Ghimire
1053| Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy (ICP) Birth Stories - Nicole Phelps [rebroadcast]
1052| Epidural & Unmedicated Birth Story with Two Different Postpartums - Claudia Gibbons
1051| Birth Center Transfer C-Section, Birth Center VBAC, & Surprise Footling Breech Home Birth Transfer - Cheyenne Varner
1050| How a Rare Disease Diagnosis Led to Reimagining the Egg Donation Experience -Lauren Makler
1049| Pregnancy with Twins after Breast Cancer and Giving Birth in Germany - Magdalena Fuehrer
Ep 10481048| Hospital Birth Story with Midwife and Postpartum Depression Discussion - Ellen Mote
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) Get more episodes and extra perks via Patreon!
Ep 10471047| Spontaneous Labor & Positive Unmedicated Hospital Birth Story - Jessica Walton
Links: Little Spoon - Go to littlespoon.com/TRYFORMULA to try Little Spoon Formula with their 2 can trial pack (Buy 1, Get 1 free - that's $30 for 2 cans). 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!
Ep 10461046| Pregnant on boat in French Polynesia, Tahiti Hospital Birth after Stalled Labor at Birth Center, Positive Unmedicated 2nd Birth in the US - Margot McKirdy
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!
Ep 10451045| Military Spouse Hospital Birth Stories in United States vs Japan plus Postpartum Mental Health Discussion - Delaney Goodrick
Takeaways Delaney lives in Japan as a military spouse with two kids. Her first pregnancy was unplanned and filled with surprises. She experienced low amniotic fluid, leading to an induced labor. Delaney's first birth involved unexpected medical interventions. She struggled with postpartum mental health after her first child. Delaney's second pregnancy was more planned and intentional. She felt more empowered during her second birth experience. Support from her husband and doula was crucial during labor. Delaney emphasizes the importance of sharing birth stories. She found valuable resources for postpartum support. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Delaney's Journey 01:24 First Pregnancy Experience 04:02 Induction and Labor Challenges 09:33 Epidural Experience and Birth Process 18:42 Postpartum Reflections and Mental Health 25:26 Struggles with Bonding and Intrusive Thoughts 27:11 Navigating Postpartum Challenges 28:30 The Journey to Second Pregnancy 29:05 Planning and Anticipation for Baby Two 31:55 Facing Medical Pressures During Pregnancy 36:19 Laboring Through Uncertainty 43:54 The Drive to the Hospital 48:00 A Joyful Birth Experience 48:44 Postpartum Recovery and Reflection Sponsor: Use code BIRTHHOUR for 20% off your first order and up to 40% off monthly plans 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! Keywords: birth stories, pregnancy, postpartum, military spouse, Japan, motherhood, mental health, birth trauma, support resources
Ep 10441044| Giving Birth at Home in Australia - Cassandra Casillas-Smith [rebroadcast]
Links: Airdoctorpro.com code BIRTHHOUR for up to $300 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!
Ep 10431043| Triplets Pregnancy with Preeclampsia and Cesarean Birth Story followed by NICU Stay and Post-surgical Infection - Sophia Letzring
Sponsor: Use code BIRTHHOUR for 20% off your first order and up to 40% off monthly plans 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!
Ep 10421042| How Preparing My Mind and Body Led to a Powerful Unmedicated First Birth - Savvy Jardine
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) Get more episodes and extra perks via Patreon!
Ep 10411041| Positive Medicated Hospital Birth Story after Traumatic Molar Pregnancy Loss - Elena Ruiz
Links: Little Spoon - Go to littlespoon.com/TBH and use code TBH to save 30% off on your first order. 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!
Ep 10401040| Cesarean, Three VBACs, Followed by Surrogacy Birth as First Unmedicated Birth - Lauren Edgerly
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!
Ep 10391039| A Midwife's Birth Stories and Honoring the Lying In Period - Shafia Monroe
Links: Airdoctorpro.com code BIRTHHOUR for up to $300 off! Little Spoon - Go to littlespoon.com/TBH and use code TBH to save 30% off on your first order. 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!
Ep 10381038| Unexpected "Wildcard" 3rd Birth Story and Postpartum PMDD Discussion - Maureen Graham
Sponsor: Use code BIRTHHOUR for 20% off your first order and up to 40% off monthly plans 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! Listen to Maureen's first episode 645 via Patreon too!