The Birthing Dads Podcast

The Birthing Dads Podcast

The Prepare Dad Foundation

Episodes 20
Avg. Duration 50m
Activity Dormant
Since Apr 2023
Latest Episode Jun 2025

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Monthly
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Episodic
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About This Podcast

Dads talking about their experience of witnessing childbirth. Men have been attending the birth of their children for 50 years yet there isn’t a lot of information about what to expect and what we can do to help! This podcast aims to change the way men approach childbirth through the sharing of birth stories. See also: https://birthingdads.com.au for more details.

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Recent Episodes

Expert Sessions Episode 20: Carly Grubb (Sleep and Settling)

Jun 06, 2025 1h

In this episode of the Birthing Dads Podcast, host Steven Kennedy speaks with Carly from Little Sparklers, a charity supporting families with sleep challenges. Carly shares her personal journey from…

Birth Story Sessions: Episode 19 Michael

May 29, 2025 53m

Michael shares his transformative journey from a challenging 2-year fertility struggle to an empowering home birth during COVID-19. He opens up about the emotional reality of new fatherhood,…

Expert Sessions Episode 18: Suzy Hodgson (Fatherhood Research)

Jan 16, 2024 57m

Suzy Hodgson has a background in child and family nursing with a master's and PhD in psychology. She has clinical and academic experience in the UK and in Aotearoa and enjoy collaborating with other…

Birth Story Sessions: Episode 17 - Matt McConnell

Nov 18, 2023 1h 5m

Content warning:  This episode discusses neonatal loss.   Today, we feature an interview with Matt McConnell. Matt bravely opens up about the loss of his 8-day-old daughter, Wren, his journey through…

Expert Sessions: Episode 16 - Rob Mills (Tresillian family care)

Oct 17, 2023 41m

In this episode, we talk with Associate Professor Rob Mills, a seasoned expert in maternal and child health, and CEO of Tresillian family care centers. Professor Mills shares his experience working…

Expert Sessions: Episode 15 - Renee Adair (Doula)

Oct 17, 2023 59m

Join us in this episode as we sit down with Renee Adair, founder and director of the Australian Doula College. With more than two decades of experience, Renee delves into the fears that can surround…

Birth Story Sessions: Episode 14 - Chris

Oct 17, 2023 36m

In this podcast, we follow the journey of Chris, who left his job in Banking to join 'The Fathering Project' with a clear mission to inspire dads to become the best versions of themselves. Chris…

Expert Sessions: Episode 13 - David Marishel (Perinatal Psychology)

Sep 19, 2023 31m

This episode features perinatal psychologist David Marishel, as he delves into the world of fatherhood during the early years of parenting. In this conversation, David shares his expert insights on…

Expert Sessions: Episode 12 - Elly Taylor (Relationships)

Sep 19, 2023 38m

Join us for a chat with Elly Taylor, the author of 'Becoming Us' a renowned relationship counsellor specialising in guiding couples through the transition into parenthood. In this conversation, we…

Birth Story Sessions: Episode 11 - Scott

Sep 19, 2023 42m

In this episode, Scott recounts the journey of his son's birth. His partner's pregnancy unfolded with a distinct challenge – Scott found himself in a different city. To prepare for the big day, he…

Birth Story Sessions: Episode 10 - Simon

Sep 19, 2023 39m

In this podcast, Simon shares the journey of his partner's early miscarriage and the two subsequent births that followed. He reflects on the support he provided to his partner, who battled sickness…

Expert Sessions: Episode 9 - Erika Munton (Doula)

Jul 05, 2023 55m

Erika Munton is one of the most experienced birth workers in Melbourne today.  Attending 400 births over 20 years as a doula she has supported hundreds of couples. Erika defines the role of a doula.…

Expert Sessions: Episode 8 - DR Vijay Roach (Obstetrics)

Apr 30, 2023 54m

A candid discussion with one of Australia’s leading Obstetricians, Dr Vijay Roach.  We talked about advocacy, the role of the modern father and Vijay’s own experience of fatherhood.  Vijay also…

Expert Sessions: Episode 7 - Dr Howard Chilton (Neonatology)

Apr 05, 2023 50m

Dr Howard Chilton (babydoc) is a neonatal paediatrician, Dad, Granddad and author of two books, 'Your cherished baby' and 'Baby on Board'. Howard shares his vast wisdom for expectant and new dads…

Birth Story Sessions: Episode 6 - Stuart

Apr 04, 2023 1h 17m

In this episode, Stuart from Melbourne shares his story of supporting his partner through an emergency Cesarean Section, a decision prompted by a difficult induction process. Stuart talks about the…

Birth Story Sessions: Episode 5 - Matt Ashbolt

Apr 04, 2023 1h 8m

We welcome Matt Ashbolt from Lismore, who shares his journey of supporting pregnancy, birth, and early parenting. Matt opens up about his relationship with his father, recounting the challenges he…

Birth Story Sessions: Episode 4 - Matt Lane

Apr 04, 2023 35m

We welcome Matt Lane to share his personal journey into fatherhood. Matt opens up about the birth of his 15-week-old daughter, which involved a forceps delivery after induction. Matt and his partner…

Birth Story Sessions: Episode 3 - Ian

Apr 04, 2023 1h 34m

In this podcast episode, we're joined by Ian, a father who shares the birth story of his twins, including the challenges they faced when their son was born with a Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. Ian…

Birth Story Sessions: Episode 2 - Matty Scoccio

Apr 04, 2023 1h 2m

In this episode, we're joined by Matty Scoccio from Brunswick (Melbourne) as he shares his personal experience of becoming a father. Matty reflects on his own childhood and the influence of his…

Birth Story Sessions: Episode 1 - Anthony

Apr 04, 2023 34m

Anthony from Warrandyte (Melbourne) shares the transformative experience of a home birth. Anthony recounts the journey they embarked upon to make the decision to birth in the comfort of their own…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does The Birthing Dads Podcast have?

The Birthing Dads Podcast has published 20 episodes since April 2023, covering topics in Education, How To.

Is The Birthing Dads Podcast still active?

The Birthing Dads Podcast is currently dormant with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 50m.

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