About this episode
What the hell is a doula?
In this episode of Coffee with Bearded Bad Dad, Ricky Fulton sits down with birth and postpartum doula Suzzie Vehrs to demystify the birthing process and discuss the “missing village” in modern parenting. Suzzie breaks down the vital difference between a midwife and a doula, explaining how she provides physical, emotional, and mental support for both moms and dads.
We dive deep into some staggering statistics: why mothers today are 2.5 times more likely to die during childbirth than their own mothers, and the shocking reality that the #1 cause of maternal mortality in the US is suicide.
In this episode, we discuss:
- The role of a doula as a birth partner and advocate.
- The importance of building a “village” when you don’t have family support.
- Suzzie’s personal journey from a stressful finance career to birth work.
- The connection between isolation, postnatal depression, and maternal health.
- How can dads benefit from having professional support in the delivery room.
Whether you’re an expecting father, a new parent, or just curious about the changing landscape of modern birth, this conversation is a must-watch.
Links and Resources:
Episode on Spotify: How Emotional Support Can Change Lives In Childbirth
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More Podcasts With Suzzie
- 5 Simple Tips For Breastfeeding A Small Baby - February 5, 2026
- Supporting Immigrant Families Through Birth: 5 Organizations To Support - January 29, 2026
- Podcast: How Emotional Support Can Change Lives In Childbirth with Founder Suzzie Vehrs - January 23, 2026
