Evidence Based Birth

Why We Like It

Evidence Based Birth is the most intellectually rigorous pregnancy resource available to the public, and Rebecca Dekker has earned that reputation by doing the work: reading the actual research, acknowledging uncertainty where it exists, and refusing to let ideology drive conclusions. The result is content that holds up — genuinely — when a care provider reviews it. If you want to make truly informed decisions about your birth, this is the non-negotiable read.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Every article is built on primary research — Cochrane reviews, RCTs, clinical guidelines — not summaries of summaries, and every claim is cited so you can verify it yourself
• Tackles the most contested topics in birth — epidurals, inductions, GBS treatment, delayed cord clamping — with the rigorous neutrality they deserve rather than the ideological framing most blogs default to
• The signature 'EBB Signature Articles' are the best free long-form resources on birth decision-making available anywhere

Cons

• Content density is high — this is not a casual read, and first-time pregnancy readers may want to build some foundational knowledge before diving in
• Some premium content sits behind the membership paywall, though the free library is still extensive

Score Breakdown

Blogs evaluated on medical accuracy, practical content quality, engagement and relatability, and consistency.