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EPISODE · Jul 30, 2025 · 53 MIN

Natural Induction Methods: What the Evidence Really Says (with Dr. Dekker)

from Mommy Labor Nurse · host Liesel Teen

This week on The Mommy Labor Nurse Podcast, we're welcoming a very special guest – the amazing Dr. Rebecca Dekker from Evidence Based Birth®! Rebecca is a PhD nurse, researcher, educator, and fierce advocate for evidence-based maternity care. She's also the author of Babies Are Not Pizzas and host of the Evidence Based Birth® podcast, which has over 4.5 million downloads 👏 In this episode, we're digging into the topic of natural labor induction – what works, what doesn't, and how to tell the difference. Inside the episode: Evidence behind common natural induction techniques The difference between "throw you into labor" methods vs. gentle nudges Pros, cons, and safety of various approaches How to think critically and make informed decisions around induction Whether you're hoping to avoid a medical induction or just want to be informed, this episode is a must-listen! 🎁 FREE Birth Prep Guide Want to feel more confident and in control heading into labor? Grab this free guide packed with tips, checklists, and prep strategies from a labor nurse! 📥 Download the Birth Prep Guide 🎓 Need a Complete Birth Prep Plan? My MLN Birth Classes will help you feel so ready – with evidence-based lessons, practical tips, and support for every type of birth. 💻 Check out the MLN Birth Classes 📚 Related Episodes & Resources EP77: Why It's Important to Prep Your Body for Labor The Miles Circuit by Sharon Muza 👩‍⚕️ About Dr. Rebecca Dekker Rebecca is the founder and CEO of Evidence Based Birth®, where she and her team are on a mission to make research on pregnancy and birth accessible and empowering for all families. She's a former nursing professor, passionate educator, and mom who's changing the birth world – one fact at a time. 📲 Learn More from Evidence Based Birth® Visit the Website Follow on Instagram Listen to the Podcast

This week on The Mommy Labor Nurse Podcast, we're welcoming a very special guest – the amazing Dr. Rebecca Dekker from Evidence Based Birth®! Rebecca is a PhD nurse, researcher, educator, and fierce advocate for evidence-based maternity care. She's also the author of Babies Are Not Pizzas and host of the Evidence Based Birth® podcast, which has over 4.5 million downloads 👏 In this episode, we're digging into the topic of natural labor induction – what works, what doesn't, and how to tell the difference. Inside the episode: Evidence behind common natural induction techniques The difference between "throw you into labor" methods vs. gentle nudges Pros, cons, and safety of various approaches How to think critically and make informed decisions around induction Whether you're hoping to avoid a medical induction or just want to be informed, this episode is a must-listen! 🎁 FREE Birth Prep Guide Want to feel more confident and in control heading into labor? Grab this free guide packed with tips, checklists, and prep strategies from a labor nurse! 📥 Download the Birth Prep Guide 🎓 Need a Complete Birth Prep Plan? My MLN Birth Classes will help you feel so ready – with evidence-based lessons, practical tips, and support for every type of birth. 💻 Check out the MLN Birth Classes 📚 Related Episodes & Resources EP77: Why It's Important to Prep Your Body for Labor The Miles Circuit by Sharon Muza 👩‍⚕️ About Dr. Rebecca Dekker Rebecca is the founder and CEO of Evidence Based Birth®, where she and her team are on a mission to make research on pregnancy and birth accessible and empowering for all families. She's a former nursing professor, passionate educator, and mom who's changing the birth world – one fact at a time. 📲 Learn More from Evidence Based Birth® Visit the Website Follow on Instagram Listen to the Podcast

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