Built To Birth Podcast

Bridget Teyler
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The Built To Birth Podcast is a pregnancy and birth podcast helping women feel informed, confident, and empowered as they prepare for childbirth and motherhood. Join childbirth educator, birth doula, and mother Bridget Teyler for honest conversations about pregnancy, labor and delivery, natural birth, unmedicated birth, hospital birth, home birth, birth center birth, postpartum, breastfeeding, fertility, and motherhood. Hear real moms share their birth stories—from empowering natural and unmedicated births to inductions, epidurals, C-sections, VBACs, home births, water births, and unexpected labor and delivery experiences. Bridget also sits down with experts to explore pregnancy, childbirth education, birth preparation, postpartum recovery, and the questions women have as they prepare to give birth. Whether you’re newly pregnant, preparing for labor, hoping for a natural birth, or simply looking for positive and honest birth stories, the Built To Birth Podcast is here to help you approach pregnancy and childbirth with greater knowledge, confidence, and peace. New episodes feature real birth stories, pregnancy education, childbirth preparation, and conversations designed to help remind you that you are Built To Birth. Find out more at www.builttobirth.com

  1. hace 5 días

    First-Time Mom Goes From 5 CM to Baby in 1 Hour | Ep 20: Kat's Birth Story

    What happens when a first-time mom arrives at the hospital 5 centimeters dilated—and everyone thinks she still has hours to go? In this positive birth story, Kat shares how she prepared for an unmedicated natural birth, stayed calm through labor, advocated for the birth she wanted, and then progressed much faster than anyone expected. ✅ The Built To Birth Class - https://builttobirth.com/?el=podcast ✅ Free Mini Birth Class - https://www.builttobirth.com/free-mini-birth-class/?el=podcast ✅ Free Week-By-Week Pregnancy Guide - https://www.builttobirth.com/week-by-week-pregnancy/?el=podcast 🌱 The Holistic Womanhood Course - https://holisticwomanhood.com/ 🩸 Free 'Heal Your Menstrual Cycle' Workshop - https://holisticwomanhood.com/period-register Kat began pregnancy feeling fearful about what pregnancy and childbirth might be like. But as she learned more about labor and delivery, natural childbirth, birth preparation, and the mental side of giving birth, that fear began turning into excitement and confidence. She and her husband prepared together using Built To Birth, learning not only what to expect during labor but how he could support her, advocate for her wishes, and remain a calm presence throughout birth. Once admitted, Kat was 5 centimeters dilated with contractions less than two minutes apart. As a first-time mom, everyone expected she still had a while to go—but her body had other plans. In this episode, Bridget and Kat talk about natural birth, unmedicated labor, positive hospital birth, birth preparation, cervical dilation, pushing, birth partners, advocating for yourself during labor, overcoming fear of childbirth, and trusting your body during birth. Kat’s story is an encouraging reminder that birth doesn't always follow a predictable timeline—and that education, preparation, support, and confidence can make a meaningful difference in how you experience it. In this episode: Preparing for an unmedicated natural birthOvercoming fear of childbirth through educationEarly labor as a first-time momLaboring at home before going to the hospitalLaboring in the hospital parking lotArriving at 5 cm dilatedWhy cervical dilation doesn't predict when your baby will arriveHaving a supportive birth partnerAdvocating for your birth preferences in the hospitalBeing offered an epidural during an unmedicated birthGoing from 5 cm to 10 cm much faster than expectedBeing told not to push while waiting for the doctorPushing and experiencing a second-degree tearKat's positive hospital birth experienceWhy she's already excited to give birth again Follow the Built To Birth Podcast for more positive birth stories, natural birth stories, pregnancy education, childbirth preparation, labor and delivery experiences, postpartum conversations, and empowering stories from real moms.

  2. 24 ago

    From Terrified of Birth to Two Empowering Natural Births | Ep 19: Annaliese's Birth Story

    What if you’re terrified of giving birth but desperately want a positive, empowering birth experience? In this episode of the Built to Birth Podcast, Bridget sits down with Annaliese to share her journey through pregnancy, miscarriage, pregnancy after loss, fear of childbirth, and two empowering, positive natural birth experiences. ✅ The Built To Birth Class - https://builttobirth.com/?el=podcast ✅ Free Mini Birth Class - https://www.builttobirth.com/free-mini-birth-class/?el=podcast ✅ Free Week-By-Week Pregnancy Guide - https://www.builttobirth.com/week-by-week-pregnancy/?el=podcast 🌱 The Holistic Womanhood Course - https://holisticwomanhood.com/ 🩸 Free 'Heal Your Menstrual Cycle' Workshop - https://holisticwomanhood.com/period-register Before becoming a mom, Annaliese was afraid of pregnancy and birth. After an unexpected pregnancy ended in miscarriage, becoming pregnant again brought both excitement and anxiety. She began intentionally preparing for birth through education, positive birth stories, breathing techniques, and learning how to trust her body. That preparation ultimately led to an unmedicated birth center birth with her first baby—and an experience that completely changed the way she viewed childbirth. During her next pregnancy, however, a new fear emerged: an overwhelming anxiety that something would happen to her baby during birth. Annaliese shares how she navigated those fears through prayer, positive affirmations, birth education, and intentionally filling her mind with encouraging birth stories. Her second labor then unfolded incredibly quickly, leading to a fast water birth at a birth center and an intense first few moments after her baby was born. Annaliese and Bridget talk honestly about pregnancy anxiety, pregnancy after miscarriage, overcoming fear of birth, natural childbirth, unmedicated labor, water birth, birth center birth, breathing techniques for labor, doulas, midwifery care, partner support, and preparing mentally for childbirth. If you’re pregnant and feeling scared or overwhelmed by birth, Annaliese’s story is a beautiful reminder of how much can change when fear is met with education, preparation, support, and trust. In this episode: Overcoming fear of pregnancy and childbirthPregnancy after miscarriage and navigating anxietyPreparing for a positive birth experienceBreathing techniques for laborAnnaliese’s first unmedicated birth center birthGiving birth in an upright positionPreparing for a second natural birthHer incredibly fast second laborHer birth center water birthWhen her baby needed help immediately after birthHow her midwives respondedThe role of a doula and supportive husbandWhy positive birth stories can matter during pregnancyUsing birth education to replace fear with confidence

  3. 17 ago

    Her Doctor’s Biggest Vaginal Delivery EVER | Ep 18: Bethanie's Birth Story

    Childhood friends reconnect to share a positive birth story. Bethanie's journey from pregnancy to labor and delivery is filled with challenges and triumphs, highlighting the importance of preparation, support, and endurance. Bethanie shares her challenging yet empowering birth story, from a long labor to delivering her doctor's biggest vaginal delivery ever. Her experience highlights the mental and physical strength required for childbirth, as well as the importance of support and preparation. ✅ The Built To Birth Class - https://builttobirth.com/?el=podcast ✅ Free Mini Birth Class - https://www.builttobirth.com/free-mini-birth-class/?el=podcast ✅ Free Week-By-Week Pregnancy Guide - https://www.builttobirth.com/week-by-week-pregnancy/?el=podcast 🌱 The Holistic Womanhood Course - https://holisticwomanhood.com/ 🩸 Free 'Heal Your Menstrual Cycle' Workshop - https://holisticwomanhood.com/period-register Takeaways Childhood friends reconnect after years, sharing a powerful birth story.Preparation, support, and endurance play a crucial role in the journey from pregnancy to labor and delivery. Mental and physical preparation are crucial for childbirth.Support from a partner and healthcare provider is essential during labor.The experience of childbirth, though challenging, is incredibly empowering and worth it. Chapters 00:00 Reconnecting with Childhood Friend03:35 Pregnancy and Motherhood12:06 Preparing for Birth16:11 Onset of Labor20:47 Challenges and Endurance in Labor27:17 The Challenge of a Long Labor28:11 The Intensity of Pushing30:22 The Impact of a Big Baby43:01 The Journey of Recovery52:15 Reflections and Encouragement

  4. 12 ago

    An Unexpected Diagnosis Changed Her Entire Birth Plan | Ep 17: Ashley's Birth Story

    In this episode of the Built to Birth Podcast, we’re sitting down to talk through Ashley's birth story—from preparing for birth and choosing the right birth team to navigating an unexpected preeclampsia diagnosis and induction. ✅ The Built To Birth Class - https://builttobirth.com/?el=podcast ✅ Free Mini Birth Class - https://www.builttobirth.com/free-mini-birth-class/?el=podcast ✅ Free Week-By-Week Pregnancy Guide - https://www.builttobirth.com/week-by-week-pregnancy/?el=podcast 🌱 The Holistic Womanhood Course - https://holisticwomanhood.com/ 🩸 Free 'Heal Your Menstrual Cycle' Workshop - https://holisticwomanhood.com/period-register We talk about what it looked like to make decisions when birth didn’t go exactly as planned, how important it was to feel informed and supported along the way, and why having a birth team you truly trust can make such a difference. We also get into some of the really special moments from her birth—the photos and videos she has to look back on, her baby being born in the amniotic sac, and what her recovery and postpartum experience looked like afterward. More than anything, this conversation is such a good reminder that preparing for birth isn’t about trying to control exactly how your birth unfolds. It’s about understanding your options, learning to trust your body, surrounding yourself with people you trust, and feeling confident making decisions along the way. If you’re pregnant and preparing for birth—or you just love hearing real, honest birth stories—I hope this episode leaves you feeling encouraged and empowered. TakeawaysHow family experiences can shape the way we think about pregnancy and birthWhy preparing for birth matters, even when things don’t go according to planChoosing a birth team you feel safe with and trustNavigating high blood pressure, preeclampsia and inductionMaking informed decisions and advocating for yourself during laborThe importance of autonomy during birthLearning to trust and believe in your bodyHow education and preparation can help you feel more confident and empoweredRecovery and the postpartum experience Chapters 00:00 Family and Pregnancy03:03 Preparing for Birth12:03 Choosing the Right Team20:52 Dealing with Pre-Eclampsia22:25 Preeclampsia Diagnosis and Induction26:13 Labor and Delivery Experience29:09 Informed Decision-Making and Advocacy42:43 The Birth Experience43:30 The Impact of Pictures and Videos43:58 The Significance of the Sack of Water45:08 The Importance of Autonomy in Birth53:19 Recovery and Postpartum Experience58:57 Support and Encouragement for Moms

  5. 24/02/2023

    Ep 16: Shannon's Birth Story

    Join me today for my sister in love's birth story! She chose to switch care from a traditional OBGYN at the hospital to a midwife for a homebirth and having her home birth was one of the best decisions Shannon made for her labor and delivery experience. In this positive birth story episode we chat about how ANYONE can have a homebirth. So many women think you have to be a certain type of person to have a homebirth. The truth is, anyone can have a home birth and I think this story is a beautiful example of how true that is! Enjoy this podcast about giving birth at home! ____________________________________ ✅ The Built To Birth Class - https://builttobirth.com/?el=podcast ✅ Free Mini Birth Class - https://www.builttobirth.com/free-mini-birth-class/?el=podcast ✅ Free Week-By-Week Pregnancy Guide - https://www.builttobirth.com/week-by-week-pregnancy/?el=podcast 🌱 The Holistic Womanhood Course - https://holisticwomanhood.com/ 🩸 Free 'Heal Your Menstrual Cycle' Workshop - https://holisticwomanhood.com/period-register

    Ep 16: Shannon's Birth Story

  6. 16/11/2020

    Ep 15: Kastle's Birth Story

    ✅ The Built To Birth Class - https://builttobirth.com/?el=podcast ✅ Free Mini Birth Class - https://www.builttobirth.com/free-mini-birth-class/?el=podcast ✅ Free Week-By-Week Pregnancy Guide - https://www.builttobirth.com/week-by-week-pregnancy/?el=podcast 🌱 The Holistic Womanhood Course - https://holisticwomanhood.com/ 🩸 Free 'Heal Your Menstrual Cycle' Workshop - https://holisticwomanhood.com/period-register

    Ep 15: Kastle's Birth Story

  7. 30/09/2020

    Ep 14: Marieta's Birth Story

    Speaking up for yourself and your birth preferences is hard to do as a pregnant and birthing woman especially when things don't go according to plan and you need more answers than you're getting. In this Episode of the Built To Birth Podcast, Marieta shares her POSITIVE BIRTH STORY including how she chose between an OBGYN and a Midwife for her hospital birth, her amniotic fluid leaking before labor began, and her induction without epidural using Cervidil. If you need some encouragement on how to speak up, be bold, and find courage in asking questions to your care provider, you are going to love Marieta's birth story. ✅ The Built To Birth Class - https://builttobirth.com/?el=podcast ✅ Free Mini Birth Class - https://www.builttobirth.com/free-mini-birth-class/?el=podcast ✅ Free Week-By-Week Pregnancy Guide - https://www.builttobirth.com/week-by-week-pregnancy/?el=podcast 🌱 The Holistic Womanhood Course - https://holisticwomanhood.com/ 🩸 Free 'Heal Your Menstrual Cycle' Workshop - https://holisticwomanhood.com/period-register

    Ep 14: Marieta's Birth Story

  8. 09/09/2020

    Ep 13: Kristina's Birth Story

    In Episode 13 of the Built To Birth Podcast, Kristina shares her TWO birth experiences, both at a birthing center but the first being somewhat traumatic and the second being healing and empowering. Kristina talks about everything from raspberry leaf tea to induce labor, back labor, transition, different labor positions, to what do contractions feel like, postpartum care, and beyond! I absolutely LOVED chatting with Kristina and hearing her labor and delivery story and I know you will too! ✅ The Built To Birth Class - https://builttobirth.com/?el=podcast ✅ Free Mini Birth Class - https://www.builttobirth.com/free-mini-birth-class/?el=podcast ✅ Free Week-By-Week Pregnancy Guide - https://www.builttobirth.com/week-by-week-pregnancy/?el=podcast 🌱 The Holistic Womanhood Course - https://holisticwomanhood.com/ 🩸 Free 'Heal Your Menstrual Cycle' Workshop - https://holisticwomanhood.com/period-register

    Ep 13: Kristina's Birth Story
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The Built To Birth Podcast is a pregnancy and birth podcast helping women feel informed, confident, and empowered as they prepare for childbirth and motherhood. Join childbirth educator, birth doula, and mother Bridget Teyler for honest conversations about pregnancy, labor and delivery, natural birth, unmedicated birth, hospital birth, home birth, birth center birth, postpartum, breastfeeding, fertility, and motherhood. Hear real moms share their birth stories—from empowering natural and unmedicated births to inductions, epidurals, C-sections, VBACs, home births, water births, and unexpected labor and delivery experiences. Bridget also sits down with experts to explore pregnancy, childbirth education, birth preparation, postpartum recovery, and the questions women have as they prepare to give birth. Whether you’re newly pregnant, preparing for labor, hoping for a natural birth, or simply looking for positive and honest birth stories, the Built To Birth Podcast is here to help you approach pregnancy and childbirth with greater knowledge, confidence, and peace. New episodes feature real birth stories, pregnancy education, childbirth preparation, and conversations designed to help remind you that you are Built To Birth. Find out more at www.builttobirth.com

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  • Creador
    Bridget Teyler
  • Años de actividad
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodios
    20
  • Clasificación
    Apto
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Bridget Teyler
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    Built To Birth Podcast

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