Instinctual Motherhood is the podcast that celebrates the beautiful, messy, imperfect, and ever-evolving journey of motherhood. Hosted by Jordyn Riegel, a birth and motherhood educator (and mom & stepmom to three boys!), this show is your go-to space for real, relatable conversations that empower you to trust your instincts and embrace the motherhood path that feels right for you.
Whether you’re preparing for birth, navigating newborn life, or figuring out the balance of mom life at any stage, you’ll find encouragement, expert insights, and unfiltered stories that remind you: there’s no “right” way—only the way that works for YOU.
Tune in each week as we explore The Spectrum of Motherhood choices—from sleep and feeding to self-care and beyond—without guilt, shame, or judgment. Grab your coffee (or reheat it for the third time), get comfy, and join a community that truly gets it.
Trust your instincts. Tune out the noise. Find joy in motherhood.
Subscribe now and start listening!
All content for Instinctual Motherhood Podcast is the property of Instinctual Motherhood and is served directly from their servers
with no modification, redirects, or rehosting. The podcast is not affiliated with or endorsed by Podjoint in any way.
Instinctual Motherhood is the podcast that celebrates the beautiful, messy, imperfect, and ever-evolving journey of motherhood. Hosted by Jordyn Riegel, a birth and motherhood educator (and mom & stepmom to three boys!), this show is your go-to space for real, relatable conversations that empower you to trust your instincts and embrace the motherhood path that feels right for you.
Whether you’re preparing for birth, navigating newborn life, or figuring out the balance of mom life at any stage, you’ll find encouragement, expert insights, and unfiltered stories that remind you: there’s no “right” way—only the way that works for YOU.
Tune in each week as we explore The Spectrum of Motherhood choices—from sleep and feeding to self-care and beyond—without guilt, shame, or judgment. Grab your coffee (or reheat it for the third time), get comfy, and join a community that truly gets it.
Trust your instincts. Tune out the noise. Find joy in motherhood.
Subscribe now and start listening!
5 Things Missing From Most Birth Plans (and How to Fix Them)
Instinctual Motherhood Podcast
20 minutes
4 months ago
5 Things Missing From Most Birth Plans (and How to Fix Them)
Most moms spend hours on their baby registry but only minutes on their birth plan—and it shows. The truth? Most birth plans are just checklists that leave out the pieces that matter most. In this episode of Instinctual Motherhood, I’m breaking down the 5 things missing from most birth plans—and how to add them in so you can walk into birth feeling prepared, supported, and empowered. From instincts and emotional safety to advocacy, flexibility, and postpartum planning, this episode will give you the tools to create a birth plan that actually works for you (not just your provider).
Want step-by-step support creating yours? Download my FREE Instinctual Birth Plan Blueprint at InstinctualMotherhood.com/birthplan.
Get 10% off Just Ingredients supplements when you use code Jordyn.Riegel at checkout
Instinctual Motherhood Podcast
Instinctual Motherhood is the podcast that celebrates the beautiful, messy, imperfect, and ever-evolving journey of motherhood. Hosted by Jordyn Riegel, a birth and motherhood educator (and mom & stepmom to three boys!), this show is your go-to space for real, relatable conversations that empower you to trust your instincts and embrace the motherhood path that feels right for you.
Whether you’re preparing for birth, navigating newborn life, or figuring out the balance of mom life at any stage, you’ll find encouragement, expert insights, and unfiltered stories that remind you: there’s no “right” way—only the way that works for YOU.
Tune in each week as we explore The Spectrum of Motherhood choices—from sleep and feeding to self-care and beyond—without guilt, shame, or judgment. Grab your coffee (or reheat it for the third time), get comfy, and join a community that truly gets it.
Trust your instincts. Tune out the noise. Find joy in motherhood.
Subscribe now and start listening!
