Doulas On Call
Doulas on Call is a heartfelt and real podcast hosted by two seasoned doulas, sharing stories, wisdom, and unfiltered insights from life on call. From birth room moments to behind-the-scenes support, we explore what it really means to serve growing families with compassion and experience.
Episodes
12 episodes
Meet Lauren: A Vaginal Breech Birth & Introducing Full Circle Birth Collective
We sit down with our business partner, Lauren, to demystify breech birth, explain why it’s not automatically an emergency, and name the real reasons families feel pushed into one path. We share Lauren’s personal breech story, talk through ECV a...
Preparing For Birth: Beyond the Hospital Bag
We talk physical birth preparation that works for medicated and unmedicated labor: everyday movement that meets your body where it is, yoga ball posture habits, hip mobility, and why we love Spinning Babies for balance and space rather than “mo...
Midwife Or OB? What You Need To Know
Midwife or OB? Most parents don’t realize they’re choosing more than a title, they’re choosing a care model. We’re Misty and Tammy, two doulas who spend a lot of time in hospital birth rooms, and we keep getting the same question: what’s the re...
Motherhood Then & Now: A Conversation With My Mom.
Labor started at church, the hospital trip was short, and the Broncos played on the radio while she worked through contractions. For Mother’s Day, we bring on a very special guest, Linda, Tammy’s mom, to tell the story of giving birth in the 19...
April~ C-Section Awareness Month
We talk honestly about cesarean birth from the stats to the emotions, and why C-section support deserves the same care and respect as any other birth. We share how doulas help before, during, and after a C-section, including what makes the OR e...
Sorry, We GHOSTED You! We're back....kinda like prodromal labor.
After some time away, we’re back with a fun and honest catch-up.In this episode, we’re sharing recent birth stories, the reality of life on call, and what it looks like to support families through some of their biggest moments—sometimes ...
A Historic Shift in Birth Trends: What We're Seeing in the Birth Room
The birth trend in America is shifting dramatically. For the first time in history, women over 40 are having more babies than teenagers – a complete shift that raises fascinating questions about modern motherhood.Drawing from our extens...
Real Talk: Postpartum - The Fourth Trimester
Misty and Tammy unpack the vital role of postpartum doulas and why the "fourth trimester" deserves just as much planning and support as birth itself.WARNING: This episode includes discussion of perinatal mood and anxiety ...
Doula Myths Debunked: What We Really Do (And Don't Do)
Misty and Tammy tackle the most common misconceptions about doulas in birth work, clarifying their non-medical supportive role distinct from midwives or obstetricians. They explore the myths and realities about what doulas can and cannot do dur...
Called to Birth: Our Doula Origins
Ever wonder what it would be like to have a trusted friend by your side during childbirth who knows all the insider tips, brings humor to intense moments, and supports you without judgment? Meet Misty and Tammy, two passionate birth doulas from...