Doing It At Home - The Home Birth Podcast

Sarah and Matthew Bivens host this podcast together, which immediately sets it apart -- it's rare to hear a father's perspective woven naturally into birth conversations. With 572 episodes, they've built one of the largest archives in the homebirth podcasting world. The show started after their own journey from hospital birth to home birth, and that personal evolution gives them real credibility with listeners who are in the early stages of considering the same shift. Each episode typically features a guest sharing their homebirth experience, but the Bivenses are active participants rather than passive interviewers. They ask follow-up questions about the practical stuff: how did you find your midwife, what did you do about the mess, how did you handle the noise with neighbors. Matthew brings a partner's perspective that a lot of expectant fathers are hungry for, covering topics like how to be useful during labor and managing your own anxiety while supporting your partner. The show also branches into related territory -- prenatal fitness, nutrition, intimacy during pregnancy, and dealing with family members who think you're making a terrible decision. They keep things grounded and accessible, never preachy. The 4.7 star rating from 240 reviews reflects a community that appreciates their straightforward, no-judgment approach. New episodes drop weekly and they've maintained a remarkably consistent schedule for years.