40. An Uncensored Conversation with Keira Welsh on Doulas Advocating In the Hospital
Description
Kiera Walsh is a doula, birth educator, and host of the Birth Advocacy Podcast. She’s supported hundreds of first-time moms through birth and is known for her bold, no-BS approach to education and advocacy. Kiera’s not afraid to call out outdated hospital routines or speak up when something doesn’t sit right—and she teaches moms and doulas how to do the same. With a mix of real talk, practical tools, and unfiltered honesty, she helps women feel prepared, confident, and fully in control of their birth experience.
Today we discuss how to ACTUALLY advocate for yourself during birth, even when you're not a medical or birth expert. How to stand up to bullies in birth.
We get all fired up on this episode and you won't want to miss it!
Find Keira at www.birthadvocacypodcast.com/moms and www.birthadvocacypodcast.com/doulas
IG: https://instagram.com/thebirthroom
Chapters00:00
Introduction to Birth Advocacy
Kira's Journey into Birth Work
Navigating Hospital Birth as a Doula
Understanding Advocacy in Birth
The Importance of Asking Questions
Informed Consent and Obstetric Violence
The Role of Providers in Birth
Planning for Birth: A, B, and C
The Role of Doulas in Birth Advocacy
Experiences with Provider Intimidation
The Impact of Hospital Policies on Birth
Final Thoughts on Birth Advocacy
United States
