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Birth with Babylist

Babylist

23 episodes

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.

More about the show

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

Episodes

  1. Trump Accounts: What Every Parent Needs to Know

    · 28 min

    Trump Accounts are here, and every parent has the same question: will this actually help my kid, or is it just another investment vehicle dressed up as policy? This episode brings together three guests to investigate.…

  2. Money, Marriage, and What Nobody Tells You

    · 34 min

    In this episode, Lindsey sits down with Douglas and Heather Boneparth, co-authors of Money Together, to get into the conversations most couples avoid: how to balance financial responsibilities when life shifts after…

  3. Help! I Have $18K in Medical Bills — Plus Answers to Your Biggest Money Questions

    · 32 min

    The bills you didn't plan for. The family size you're still deciding. The money habits you keep meaning to build. This week on Family Money, Lindsey brings in the experts to answer your real questions — including how…

  4. Is It Okay To Quit My Job?

    · 32 min

    If you've ever thought about stepping back from your career after having kids — and felt conflicted about it — this one's for you. We talk about what it actually looks like to pause, downshift, or pivot your career…

  5. What Does Childcare Actually Cost?

    · 29 min

    In this episode, we break down every childcare option out there, what each one costs, and how to figure out what's right for your family. We hear from an economist who reframes childcare as an investment (not a money…

  6. Are Kids More Expensive Than Ever?

    · 27 min

    In our very first episode, we're tackling the question every parent asks: are kids actually more expensive than ever? Yes—but the reason might surprise you. We hear from an economist who reframes what that actually…

  7. Do Any of These Labor “Hacks” Actually Work?

    · 28 min · S1 E16

    By the end of pregnancy, almost everyone starts searching for the magic trick that will finally kickstart labor. Because when you’re exhausted and ready to meet your baby, suddenly every piece of advice seems worth…

  8. Pregnancy in the Age of Social Media

    · 35 min · S1 E15

    Social media has changed pregnancy in a big way. Between picture-perfect bumps, “effortless” births and endless advice, it’s easy to feel like you’re not measuring up. But it’s also made space for more honest and…

  9. Your Vaccine Questions Answered

    · 29 min · S1 E14

    Vaccines can feel overwhelming for new parents. Between shifting guidelines and strong opinions coming from all directions, it can be hard to know who to trust. In this episode, we cut through the noise with…

  10. Mailbag: Your Biggest Birth Questions, Answered

    · 13 min · S1 E13 · Bonus

    You've got questions about birth—and so does everyone else. In this mailbag episode, we answer the most common questions we hear from our community (and the ones OBs get asked every single day). Do you go to the…

  11. How Are We Going to Pay for This?

    · 36 min · S1 E12

    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…

  12. Your Birth, Your Story

    · 1 h 00 min · S1 E11 · Explicit

    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…

  13. How Can Your Partner Help?

    · 29 min · S1 E7

    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.…

  14. Real Talk About Recovery

    · 32 min · S1 E9

    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…

  15. When Birth Doesn’t Go to Plan

    · 28 min · S1 E8

    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…

  16. The First 24 Hours with Your Baby

    · 36 min · S1 E7

    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…

  17. Inside the Delivery Room

    · 36 min · S1 E6

    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…

  18. Should I Get an Epidural?

    · 28 min · S1 E5

    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…

  19. Help! Am I in Labor?

    · 30 min · S1 E4

    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…

  20. How Do I Make a Birth Plan?

    · 29 min · S1 E3

    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,…

  21. How Do I Find the Right OBGYN or Midwife?

    · 39 min · S1 E2

    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.…

  22. Own Your Birth Experience

    · 30 min · S1 E1

    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…

  23. Introducing Birth with Babylist

    · 3:17 · Trailer

    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,…

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