Discover Midwives

In this inspiring episode of Discover Midwives, host Jessica Brumley sits down with Dr. Nikkia Grayson, a nationally recognized Certified Nurse-Midwife, Family Nurse Practitioner, educator, and reproductive justice leader. As Chief Clinical Officer of Choices Center for Reproductive Health in Memphis, Tennessee, Dr. Grayson has helped build one of the nation’s most innovative Black midwifery-led … Continue reading Creating Choices: Nikia Grayson on Birth Justice & Community Care

What if postpartum care didn’t end at six weeks? What if new parents received the support, community, and care they truly needed after bringing home a baby?In this inspiring episode of Discover Midwives, our host Jessica Brumley, PhD CNM, interviews one of the nation’s most influential midwifery leaders, Dr. Ebony Marcelle, Director of Midwifery at … Continue reading More than Birth: Reimagining Postpartum Care

Understanding Labor Pain vs. Suffering In this episode of Discover Midwives, we tackle one of the most discussed and often misunderstood topics of the third trimester: pain in labor. In a culture that teaches us to fear the intensity of childbirth, we shift the perspective toward understanding the physiological purpose of labor and how to … Continue reading Power, Pain & Choice

More Than Checkups: What Prenatal Care Is Really About Are prenatal visits just “check-the-box” appointments… or something more? In this episode of Discover Midwives, Jessica breaks down what prenatal care actually looks like, and why it’s so much more than quick checkups. From your very first visit to those final weeks before birth, you’ll learn … Continue reading Midwives & Prenatal Care: More Than Checkups

Guest: Dr. Amy Giles, CNM Menopause is something every woman will experience, but so many of us feel unprepared, unheard, or even dismissed when it begins. In this episode of Discover Midwives, we’re changing that. Join host Jessica Brumley as she sits down with Amy Giles, Certified Nurse-Midwife and educator, for an honest, empowering conversation … Continue reading Menopause, Midwifery & You

You have likely heard the phrase “eating for two” your whole life; but how important is nutrition in pregnancy? And does it really matter how much weight you gain? This week, Jessica sits down with Dr. Cecilia Jevitt, a midwife & researcher whose research is about nutrition, exercise, and weight in pregnancy. They talk about … Continue reading Eating for Two

What does it really mean to have a normal pregnancy — and who gets to decide what "normal" looks like? In this episode, midwife Jessica Brumley, CNM, cuts through the noise of social media portrayals, risk labels, and information overload to talk honestly about what healthy pregnancy actually looks like. She shares her own two pregnancies, the concept of emotional dystocia — how fear can literally slow labor — and why the relationship between a midwife and patient may be the most underrated factor in birth outcomes. From community building to stress management to who belongs in your birth room, this episode is a masterclass in what midwifery care is really all about.Your body knows how to do this. Your midwife's job is to make sure you believe it too.

Welcome to the first episode of Discover Midwives! Our host, Jessica Brumley, a midwife with over 25 years of experience, tackles the most common myths about midwifery head-on. From the surprise "unplanned" home birth of her own daughter to discovering that midwifery is a part of her own family legacy. Jessica shares the personal stories that shaped her mission to change the healthcare system.We’re stripping away the medical jargon to explain what a midwife actually does. Whether you are looking for routine GYN care, starting your first period, or navigating menopause, this episode explores how the midwifery model centers your body, your voice, and your right to informed, respectful care. Are you ready to Discover Midwives, together? In this episode, you’ll learn:The Midwifery Philosophy: Why pregnancy and menopause are healthy life events, not diseases to be treated.Pathways to becoming a midwife: The differences between CNMs, CMs, and CPMs, and how to find the right fit for you.How midwives support better outcomes: Why communities with integrated midwifery care see lower rates of C-sections and preterm births.Empowerment in Action: How to partner with your provider to make healthcare decisions that align with your values.Do you want to support our work?Leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple or Spotify to help us bring you more midwifery- inspired conversations and guests. Screenshot this episode and share it on your socials! 

According to host, Jessica Brumley, the Discover Midwives Podcast exists to answer real questions and to center what matters most: your body, your voice and your right to respectful and informed healthcare.