Faithful Labor | Natural Birth, Pregnancy, Holistic, VBAC, Unmedicated

16. A Dad's Perspective Featuring My Husband: Transitioning From A Passive Bystander to An Active Birth Partner


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In this episode, I sit down with my husband, Hunter, to talk about his journey from being a passive observer to an active, faith-filled support partner in our birth experiences. Together, we share how his understanding of natural birth has evolved over the years, the ways he grew through education and experience, and why it’s so important for fathers to step into their God-given role in the birth space.

From our early hospital births to our redemptive home births, Hunter opens up about how he came to trust God's design for birth, how doulas and preparation changed his confidence, and what it really means for a husband to support his wife in labor—spiritually, emotionally, and physically. Whether you're a dad wondering where you fit into this process or a mama hoping your husband will be more engaged, this conversation is full of encouragement, real talk, and Christ-centered wisdom.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How Hunter’s role shifted between our first births and our later home births.

  • Why education is powerful for dads, too.

  • How husbands can be true team players in the labor room.

  • Why doulas don’t replace husbands—but can help empower them.

  • What it looks like to trust God through birth decisions together.

  • The importance of not making birth choices out of fear.

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    Faithful Labor | Natural Birth, Pregnancy, Holistic, VBAC, UnmedicatedBy Audrey Stinson | Certified Childbirth Educator, Former RN, Mama of 4

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