Birthing Instincts
Birthing Instincts, hosted by Dr. Stuart Fischbein and midwife Blyss Young, covers pregnancy, birth, research and instinctual birth. The weekly show has 474 episodes and typical runs of 75 to 100 minutes. Estimated downloads are about 8,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate of roughly $150 to $625 per mid-roll read.
Engaged maternal health listeners in a 475-episode weekly birth conversation
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.8 from 683 ratings signals a loyal, engaged base.
- Weekly episodes of 75 to 100 minutes give sponsors repeated host-read placements.
- Guests include midwives, researchers and attorneys, suiting trusted maternal health brands.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted discussion, guest interview, narrative birth stories
- Tone
- informative, warm
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 75 to 100 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles cover birth complications, miscarriage and medical risk without explicit or graphic framing.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | redcircle.com/shows/birthing-instincts |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1552816683 |
| RSS feed | feeds.redcircle.com/93749277-4626-4bd4-8469-ed3c… |
Benchmark score: 94 / 100
Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.
Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| #487: Listening To Women | 2026-10-14 | 1 h 14 min |
| #486: Holding Hope After Miscarriage with Kenzie Covarrubias | 2026-10-07 | 1 h 8 min |
| #485: Understanding Blood Transfusion | 2026-09-30 | 1 h 28 min |
| #484: Isthmocoele, Infertility & Other Lesser Known Cesarean Risks | 2026-09-23 | 1 h 21 min |
| #483: Safer Birthing with Childbirth Attorney, Gina Mundy | 2026-09-16 | 1 h 31 min |
| #482: Tossing Seeds with Dr. Sherri Tenpenny | 2026-09-09 | 1 h 40 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 5 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
The birth world can be overwhelming for parents and practitioners alike. Dr. Stuart Fischbein and Midwife Blyss Young and their combined 55+ years of experience are here to support you in this beautiful rite of passage.Join the weekly conversation as we blend wisdom and humor in discussing our recent births, the latest research, traditional healing, and instinctual birth.
About Birthing Instincts
Birthing Instincts is a weekly podcast hosted by Dr. Stuart Fischbein and midwife Blyss Young, drawing on their combined experience of more than 55 years. The show, listed on RedCircle and Apple Podcasts, blends personal birth stories, new research, traditional healing and guest interviews covering topics such as breech presentation, miscarriage and postpartum preeclampsia. Episodes typically run 75 to 100 minutes and the feed holds 474 episodes.
Apple Podcasts shows 683 ratings with an average of 4.8. The publisher's website describes the hosts as offering support through the birth world, and the feed lists no sponsors. Audience figures are estimates only: roughly 8,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, mostly American women aged 25 to 34.
Brands in maternity, infant care and prenatal wellness are best suited to this show. At an estimated rate of $150 to $625 per host-read mid-roll, a placement reaches a focused, engaged parenting audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Birthing Instincts can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Birthing Instincts
How much does Birthing Instincts charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 8,000 to 25,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $150 to $625. Final pricing is set by the show and may differ.
What is Birthing Instincts about?
Birthing Instincts is a weekly show hosted by Dr. Stuart Fischbein and midwife Blyss Young. It covers pregnancy, birth safety, research, traditional healing and instinctual birth through discussion and guest interviews.
How do I contact Birthing Instincts about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.