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Let's Talk About Birth

Let's Talk About Birth

By: Jennifer Lincoln
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Let’s Talk About Birth is a limited podcast series hosted by board-certified OB-GYN Dr. Jennifer Lincoln, returning to the mic to keep the conversation going, this time with a focus on birth. In a space filled with noise, from unsolicited “helpful” advice to the overwhelming and often inaccurate information online, coupled with a medical system that is not meeting the needs of pregnant people, this series cuts through the chaos to talk about what truly matters. With a refreshingly honest, myth-busting approach to pregnancy, labor, and postpartum, Dr. Jen brings evidence-based insight, compassion, humor, and relatability to inspiring conversations with a wide range of guests, unpacking the beautiful, the messy, and everything in between. You may recognize her voice from her previous podcast Let’s Talk About Down There or from her presence as a reproductive health advocate to more than 4 million followers, and now she’s back with a series designed to inform, support, and empower. She’s also the author of her latest book, The Birth Book: An OBGYN’s Guide to Demystifying Labor and Delivery, which aims to pull back the curtain on labor and delivery so every pregnant person can have the birth they want and deserve. So whether you’re expecting, have been through it, are supporting someone you love, or are simply curious… let’s talk about birth!

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Episodes
  • Let’s Talk About When Birth Doesn’t Go as Planned: Complications and Unexpected Outcomes

    Let’s Talk About When Birth Doesn’t Go as Planned: Complications and Unexpected Outcomes
    Mar 23 2026

    Not every birth goes according to plan and that can be really hard to talk about. In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Lincoln is joined by OB-GYN Dr. Maryanne Garvie and nurse Courtney Dimmick, who share a uniquely personal and professional perspective on what happens when things take an unexpected turn. Maryanne was Courtney’s doctor during her delivery and they also work together at the same hospital, offering a rare look at both sides of the experience. Through Courtney’s story and their shared insight, they unpack how quickly situations can change, what’s happening behind the scenes during emergencies, and how to navigate the emotional impact when birth doesn’t go as planned.


    We Talk About...

    • What it really means when “things don’t go as planned” during birth

    • Postpartum hemorrhage, emergency interventions, and what’s happening behind the scenes

    • Why birth trauma is personal and not defined by outcomes alone

    • How to prepare for the unexpected without spiraling into fear

    • What support, communication, and informed consent should look like in real time

    • Processing a difficult birth experience and why your feelings are valid

    Pre-Order The Birth Book: An OB-GYN's Guide to Demystifying Labor and Delivery here!

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    Episode Links & Resources:

    1. Postpartum Support International: Resources for postpartum depression, anxiety, trauma, and more

    2. Make Birth Better — UK-based organization with excellent informational PDFs

    3. Birth Trauma Association — UK-based, extensive information and support

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    54 mins
  • Let’s Talk About Choosing a Pediatrician for Your Newborn

    Let’s Talk About Choosing a Pediatrician for Your Newborn
    Mar 16 2026

    Choosing a pediatrician is one of the first major decisions you’ll make as a parent, and it can come with a lot of questions. In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Lincoln sits down with board-certified pediatrician and founder of Peds Doc Talk, Dr. Mona Amin, to talk about what parents should know before their baby arrives. From navigating vaccine conversations and newborn medications to making feeding decisions and finding a pediatrician you trust, this conversation offers practical guidance and reassurance for the early days of parenting.


    We Talk About…

    • How to choose a pediatrician and why prenatal “meet and greet” visits can help you find the right fit
    • Why vaccine hesitancy is increasing and how parents can find reliable, evidence-based information
    • The purpose of the newborn Hepatitis B vaccine, Vitamin K, and antibiotic eye ointment
    • Breastfeeding, formula feeding, and making informed feeding decisions without guilt
    • How misinformation spreads online and how parents can advocate for their child’s care
    • Dr. Mona’s personal birth story and how it shaped her perspective as both a physician and a parent

    Pre-Order The Birth Book: An OB-GYN's Guide to Demystifying Labor and Delivery here!

    Follow your host @drjenniferlincoln


    Episode Links & Resources:

    Dr. Mona Amin

    @pedsdoctalk

    Pedsdoctalk.com

    The Peds Doc Talk Podcast

    American Academy of Pediatrics

    Vaccine Education Center

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Let’s Talk About Hospital Birth: The Inside Scoop on Labor and Delivery

    Let’s Talk About Hospital Birth: The Inside Scoop on Labor and Delivery
    Mar 9 2026

    Hospital birth gets a lot of opinions and not always a lot of nuance. In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Lincoln is joined by labor and delivery nurse and educator Jen Hamilton for an honest, funny, and refreshingly transparent conversation about what really happens on labor and delivery. From outdated hospital policies and informed consent to epidurals, unmedicated birth, staffing ratios, doulas, and birth trauma, this is the inside scoop on how to navigate the system while still feeling empowered. If you’re planning a hospital birth and want practical tips, myth-busting clarity, and a reminder that your voice matters, this one’s for you.


    We Talk About…

    • The real inside scoop on hospital birth and informed consent
    • How to prepare for pain management, with or without an epidural
    • Choosing your provider and why staffing ratios matter
    • Myths about birth positions, doulas, C-sections, and your placenta
    • How to advocate for yourself if something feels off
    • Planning your birth “vibes,” not just your birth plan




    Pre-Order The Birth Book: An OB-GYN's Guide to Demystifying Labor and Delivery here!

    Follow your host @drjenniferlincoln



    Episode Links & Resources:

    Jen Hamilton

    @_jen_hamilton_

    Pre-order Birth Vibes, wherever you get your books.

    www.jenhamilton.co/birthvibes

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    1 hr
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