Welcome to the grand finale of our "Midwives and the Elements" mini-series. In this culminating episode, we ignite the flames of fascination as we delve into the captivating realm of fire.In this episode, we'll hear riveting accounts of midwives confronting harrowing challenges, each one intricately intertwined with the element of fire. These tales reveal their unwavering determination, their ability to forge new paths, their trust in intuition, and above all, their indomitable resilience.Thank you for joining us on this beautiful journey through the elements. We hope you've enjoyed each and every remarkable story that has been shared. If so, please consider dropping a review on our podcast. It helps us to know that you've been enjoying the content and teaches us what really resonates with you.We will take a short one-week break before we return for season four of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast on October 11. We cannot wait for you to see what we have in store this next season!

Welcome back to our "Midwives and the Elements" mini-series. In this episode, we ground ourselves as we focus on the earth/land element.These midwives will unveil stories of navigating the relentless challenges that Mother Earth can present, from treacherous earthquakes to alternative paths around washed-out roads and clinging to their resolve amidst deep, unyielding mud.You'll also hear about midwives who step into the most sacred spaces of their client's lives, offering care and support even when the space is not at all what they would typically expect.Intriguingly, you'll also witness how the harshest facet of the earth element isn't also found in the land itself but in the human dynamics intertwined with it. Join us on this compelling journey through the earth element, where resilience, compassion, and the indomitable spirit of midwives shine in the face of adversity.Show Resources-Homeopathy for Childbirth Course

Welcome to another installment of our "Midwives and the Elements" mini-series. In this episode, we soar to new heights as we explore the elemental force of air.Prepare to be riveted as we share tales of midwives defying the fury of tornadoes, embarking on epic cross-country ski trips through relentless wind and snowstorms, grappling with the unforeseen consequences of hot air, and even taking flight in their unwavering commitment to aiding in the delivery of new life into the world. These remarkable stories show the unwavering dedication and unyielding spirit of midwives and the lengths they will go to in their noble mission of caregiving.Join us for a journey into the extraordinary lives of these compassionate and resilient midwives.

Welcome to "Midwives and the Elements," our captivating mini-series. As we momentarily step away from our usual episodes, join us over the next few weeks as we explore remarkable tales of midwives from across the nation who've fearlessly ventured into the elements—water, fire, earth, and air—to support clients and families that they serve.In this episode, we dive into the realm of water. Be it braving cyclones, navigating through floods, enduring harsh winter storms, or even conquering raging rivers, these stories exemplify the unwavering dedication and innovative spirit of midwives as they aid those in need. Tune in to witness their remarkable journeys of resilience and compassion.Show Resources-The Midwifery Wisdom Experience Denver 2023-Maui Birth Collective Donations

Welcome to our final episode of season 3! Thank you for your unwavering support over the past three remarkable seasons. We will resume season 4 on October 11. In the meantime, watch for some exclusive bonus episodes we're excited to share in the coming month.In this week's installment of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast, we're sharing a special discourse from our Homebase membership gathering. Augustine takes a deep dive into POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome), its impact on pregnancy, and the ways midwives can provide nurturing care to expectant mothers dealing with POTS. She generously imparts both her research findings on the subject and insights gained from years of tending to pregnant women, drawing from her own personal encounter with POTS.For those interested in participating in upcoming Homebase meetings, take a moment to explore our Midwifery Wisdom Membership. Each week, Augustine, along with other accomplished professionals, guides discussions spanning themes like business, relationships, midwifery skills, and cultivating a sustainable lifestyle as a dedicated midwife.Show Resources-POTS and Pregnancy: A Review of Literature and Recommendations for Evaluation and Treatment-Vitamin D Specialist Video-90 Seconds to Change the World Alan Greene-Benefits of Vitamin D-The 5-minute Vitamin D Talk

Join us for this week's episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast as Augustine sits down with the creator of the renowned Resus-A-Cradle, Anni Mclaughlin.Through firsthand accounts, Augustine and Anni delve into the life-saving impact of the Resus-A-cradle in emergency resuscitations, shedding light on its indispensable role in the realm of midwifery and beyond. Anni shares her insights on utilizing the full potential of this tool, imparting expert tips and techniques garnered from her experience. Discover the visionary path Anni is carving as she works to get this tool into the hospital setting.Don't miss this episode where midwifery expertise converges with pioneering ingenuity, offering a glimpse into the future that Anni envisions for the Resus-A-cradle.Show Resources-Resus-A-Cradle-Birth Words Podcast

Buckle up for this week's episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast. Your host, Augustine Colebrook, is accompanied by two remarkable California midwives, Lisa Rawson and Sophia Henderson. Together, these midwives share their personal narratives and experiences intertwined with the world of free birth.They explore some of the adjectives that encompass this movement – from radical and authentic midwives to free birth, unassisted birth, and wild birth and thoughtfully analyze the meanings and significance these terms hold within the birthing sphere.The trio dives into the deeper meaning of the "free birth movement", sharing how it stems from a desire for sovereignty and autonomy over one's own body, aspects that can often be compromised within various birthing environments.Brace yourself for a candid discussion with perspectives that might challenge the norm. and encourage you to question preconceived notions. Be prepared to rethink your understanding of certain matters, as these experienced midwives lead you through an eye-opening exploration.Show Resources-Sophia's Website-NBC News Freebirth Article-Lisa Rawson's Interview-Adam Rawson's Interview-Calibrating Intuition Worksheet (scroll down on midwifery wisdom homepage)

Join us this week on the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast for a conversation that promises to revolutionize breastfeeding as we know it. Co-host Augustine Colebrook sits down with the brilliant mind behind an innovative new breast pump, Eva Nagy-Gannon, whose groundbreaking creation is set to change the game.Discover the story behind Eva's invention as she shares how her own challenging breastfeeding journey with her firstborn fueled the birth of this revolutionary idea. She shares how seeing a scan of a suckling baby was the moment that lead her to question the traditional "suction" approach taken by the pump industry.In this episode, Eva delves into some important science of breastfeeding, such as the difference between sucking and suckling, as well as sheds light on the manifold benefits of breastfeeding for maternal and societal health. And, of course, shares how her new pump works as well as why it really is so innovative.The Kickstarter for the game-changing breast pump runs throughout August and September of 2023, providing you with a unique opportunity to be part of this transformative movement. Don't miss out on this chance to be a part of this incredibly important change in the industry!Show Resources-Advanced Evaluation of Lactation & Oral Function Postpartum Course-Kickstarter Campaign-The Letdown Podcast-The Price of Motherhood

This week on the Midwifery Wisdom podcast join cohost Augustine Colebrook as she sits down with the remarkable Aubre Tompkins, a Colorado CNM, Birth Center owner, and the President of the American Association of Birth Centers.Aubre delves into her impactful work as the President of AABC, spearheading crucial changes to birth center regulations in both Alabama and Colorado. She shares her personal journey of resilience, recounting the struggle her birth center faced when a for-profit entity threatened to shut it down, and how her community came together to preserve its mission of compassionate care.Unveiling the deeply personal facets of her calling to midwifery, Aubre shares her own transformative narrative that led her to become an advocate for birthing rights and maternal healthcare.Buckle up for a thought-provoking discussion that will ignite your passion for reforming the healthcare system in the United States. Don't miss this empowering episode that's sure to leave you inspired and fired up for change!Show Resources-Seasons Community Birth Center-Boundaries for Birth Workers Course-IG @Amidwifeonthepath-Aubre's Blog-Midwifery for Expectant Parents-The Alabama Birth Center-Oasis Family Birth Center-Birth Sanctuary Gainesville

Join us on the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast this week for an eye-opening conversation between cohost Augustine Colebrook and pelvic floor therapist, Dr. Kamaria Washington. Dr. K, a prominent social media influencer, shares her insights into the world of pelvic floor therapy and why it's so important for midwives to be well-informed and conscious of its benefits. She offers her knowledge on the fundamental principles of pelvic floor therapy, enlightening us on how it can positively influence both physical and mental health. Don't miss out on the invaluable wisdom shared by Dr. Kamaria Washington as she guides all midwives on recognizing essential red flags. This knowledge will equip you with the discernment to know exactly when to refer your clients to a pelvic floor therapist, ensuring they receive the comprehensive care they deserve.The key takeaways from this conversation will undoubtedly enhance your ability to serve and nurture the overall well-being of your clients. Tune in and be ready to be inspired!Show Resources-Instagram: @dr.kwashington_-Book with Dr. K

Join cohost Augustine Colebrook on this week's captivating episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast as she sits down with Amariee Collins, a remarkable registered sonographer and student midwife. Gain exclusive insights into Amariee's inspiring journey as she seamlessly integrates her exceptional ultrasound sonography skills into her path as a student midwife. Amariee delves into the intricacies of navigating the student midwife landscape, specifically in Canada, while discovering the indispensable value of mastering the art of performing and comprehending ultrasounds for birth workers. Don't forget to explore Amariee's incredible course, "Ultrasound Basics for Midwives," and mark your calendars for her post-conference session at the Midwifery Wisdom Experience in November 2023. Prepare to be enlightened and inspired by this truly remarkable conversation.Show Resources-Ultrasound Basics for Midwives-The Midwifery Wisdom Experience 2023 & Amariee's Post-Conference Ultrasound Workshop

Prepare yourself for an introspective journey as this week's conversation dives into profound questions that will leave you contemplating long after the episode ends.Join us this week on the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast, where cohost Augustine Colebrook talks with Jamie Mossay, a remarkable birth worker, bodyworker, and spinning babies advanced practitioner. Together, Augustine and Jamie fearlessly explore the challenging questions surfacing within the birth world. They examine whether birth workers truly understand the inherent risks they face daily, and if they're prepared for that reality.Moreover, Jamie shares valuable insights by revealing the self-reflective questions she has practiced to embody authenticity. Their dialogue delves into the intricacies of relationships, the multifaceted layers of support, and the profound significance of trust. Show Resources-The Breech Release: Opening Pathways for Midwifery and Prenatal Bodywork-Prenatal Bodywork: Touch from Within-November 3-4, 2023 San Diego Breech Release Workshop-Boundaries for Birthworkers Course-Jamie's Website

In this special throwback episode, cohost Augustine Colebrook takes us back to an enlightening interview with Brittany Thornton, the instructor for our newest course, "Midwives' Guide for Supporting Reproductive Journeys."Join Augustine Colebrook, MA-MCHS, along with her remarkable guest, Brittany Thornton, CPM, LM—a midwife, mother, and experienced traditional surrogate with six beautiful journeys. Together, they delve into the realm of alternatives to the highly medicalized assisted reproductive process.While some individuals trying to conceive may require the marvels of modern technology, Brittany sheds light on the fact that many within the LGBTQIA+ community and beyond don't necessarily need high-tech reproductive interventions. Rather, what they truly need is knowledge, time, space, and compassionate care. Tune in to gain valuable insights as Brittany shares her personal journey through surrogacy, her dedication to serving the LGBTQIA+ community, and the immense value she sees in midwives acquiring the skill of IUI.Show ResourcesVisit Brittany Thornton, CPM, LMFor resources on surrogacyFor a look into the legality of surrogacy in the US Midwives' Guide for Supporting Reproductive Journeys

Prepare to embark on a captivating journey as cohost Augustine Colebrook takes you on an eye-opening expedition through the state of birth care in India. In this episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast, Augustine is joined by three special guests: Chetana Kulkarni, Undavalli Deepika, and Dr. Ashwathika Ashok—her very own Midwifery Students from India!First, you'll hear each guest share their own personal journeys of what led them to the world of Midwifery. Then they work together to peel back the layers surrounding the state of birth care in India, offering an exploration of the stark contrasts between working at a birth center and the hospital environment. They recount the surprising reasons behind unnecessary interventions and share stories of their own involvement in preventing some of these unnecessary interventions. Their stories shine a light on the transformative impact of compassionate and informed care. You won't want to miss this glimpse into birth care on an international scale. Tune in now and allow the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast to transport you to the heart of this essential conversation.

Celebrate Pride Month with us as we embark on an incredible podcast journey alongside three extraordinary midwives: Angie, Abi, and Jordan. In this episode, these midwives fearlessly shed light on what it truly means to embrace their Queer identities within the realm of midwifery.Angie, Abi, and Jordan offer a glimpse into their different journies through midwifery school, how they’ve navigated their diverse practices, challenging encounters, and triumphs in inclusivity and love. They showcase the impact they have on the lives of the individuals they serve, reinforcing the significance of their presence within the midwifery community.Join us as we honor the spirit of diversity, courage, and authenticity during this extraordinary podcast episode. Show Resources-Queermed-Plume Health-The Tragedy of Heterosexuality by Jane Ward

Calling all midwives: If you are looking for an opportunity to make a real change in the birth world, Wyoming might be your place!Join us this week on the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast as cohost Augustine Colebrook talks with Jacqueline George, a remarkable doula based in Wyoming, USA. Jacqueline shares some shocking statistics that shed light on the challenges surrounding birth-care options and the struggles midwives face in Wyoming. Together, Augustine and Jacqueline dive into the maternal healthcare crisis affecting the nation and why the healthcare system is making it so difficult for midwives to practice in numerous regions. While the situation may appear daunting in Wyoming, Jacqueline shares why it is also a beautiful place to live and practice. Furthermore, she elaborates on how both fresh graduates and seasoned practitioners have the power to profoundly shape the trajectory of birth care in the state.Show Resources-Instagram @matrupremabirth-Facebook: Matru-Prema Birth Services-Jacqueline's Website

Join cohosts Augustine Colebrook and Leila Wyatt as they embark on an engaging conversation with three extraordinary and exceptionally young midwives in this week's episode. Trinity Stephens, Annaliese Myers, and Kalu Brake open up about their journeys of discovering and pursuing midwifery at such tender ages. They recount their initial encounters with birth, discuss the diverse paths they have chosen within the birthing realm, and share their experiences of navigating doubts along the way. Be sure to tune in and glean valuable insights on introducing the beauty of birth to younger generations, as these inspiring midwives impart their invaluable wisdom and tips.Show Resources-Pathways to Midwifery-Midwifery Wisdom Experience 2023

Join us this week on the Midwifery Wisdom podcast as we dive into an inspiring conversation with our cohost Angela Love and special guest Rachel Cornett-Olsson, a talented CNM and APRN. Get ready to be captivated by Rachel's unique journey into the world of midwifery, which surprisingly began in a hair salon of all places!From the intimate setting of home births to the nurturing environment of birth centers, and even the fast-paced world of large hospitals, Rachel has traversed the full spectrum of midwifery care throughout her career. As she recounts her experiences as a student midwife, you'll gain invaluable insights into the diverse settings she encountered along the way. Rachel also shares a glimpse into her personal journey of being both a midwife and a mother-to-be.Tune in to this episode of the Midwifery Wisdom podcast for an uplifting and enlightening discussion that celebrates the incredible diversity and dedication found within the midwifery profession.  Show Resources-Functionalmidwifery.US-Midwife RX

Welcome to a new episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! Join us this week as Augustine returns with a captivating interview that is sure to leave you inspired. Augustine sits down with the visionary Dr. Sarah Leahy, the brilliant mind behind Birth Uprising. Together, they courageously delve into the profound depths of our fragmented system, shining a light on the urgent maternal healthcare crisis. Discover empowering insights on how both birth workers and mothers can spearhead a transformative movement for change. Dr. Sarah also offers invaluable tips for leveraging social media to elevate your birth business. Tune in for an episode that will leave you inspired, informed, and ready to make a lasting impact.Show Resources-Birth Uprising Website-Instagram: @birthuprising-Birth Uprising Podcast-Defensive Charting Course

Our final throwback episode from our original podcast, Worldwide Midwifery! A beautiful episode focusing on the power that could come into midwifery if we all collaborated."Anyone who wants to come and help us, we are ready to get going.  The maternal and neonatal mortality rates have not come down in spite of so many programs, so I wish that midwifery would be empowered by collaboration not competition." Midwife and Professor, Dr. Sudha A. Raddi, M.sc(OBGYN), M.Phil, Ph.D(N) shares her vision for the future of birth in India, and Author, Dr. Ankita Madjadi advocates for the spiritual and phycological safety of women with her new book, "Knock, Knock, Let's Talk".  Hosted by Augustine Colebrook, CPM, MA-MCHS.Show Resources-Knock Knock, Let's Talk

This week we're throwing it back to a special episode from our original podcast Worldwide Midwifery:"Every single day in Indonesia, the equivalent of one airbus plane full of 423 babies crashes - the direct result of formula feeding.  We can save almost all these babies (and mother's) lives by promoting gentle birth and breastfeeding with midwives." In this special LIVE episode, Midwife Ibu Robin Lim, CPM is joined by the nation's breastfeeding expert advocates, Pediatrician, Ibu Dr. Utami Roesli, FABM; Journalist and Doula, Ibu Dyah Pratitasari, CD (DONA); Lactation Consultant, Ibu Nia Umar, IBCLC; Family Practice Doctor Ibu Dr. Hikmah Kuniasari, MD, MPH; Mother and Birth Center Administrator Ibu Eka Yuliani; and Non-profit Grant Writer Ibu Jenni Maria. #utamiroesli #asieksklusifTo learn more about the Indonesian Breastfeeding Mothers Association (Asosiasi Ibu Menyusui Indonesia (AIMI)) https://aimi-asi.org/"Mom and Daughter Talk" by Maria Elena is available in paperback or on Kindle herePlease consider donating to Bumi Sehat to help fund the 4 free clinics in Indonesia and spread the love around the country and the world! 

Throwback episode! This week we're throwing it back to an interview featured on our first podcast, Worldwide Midwifery."We are experts on low-risk pregnancy and birth, which makes it really safe for women and babies. It's safer to look upon it as a normal process than to medicalize it." Midwives Erika Grönberg, RNM & Åsa Holstein, RNM share why the midwifery model of care is thriving in Sweden, plus Neonatologist Ola Andersson, MD, PhD reports on his delayed cord clamping research with host, Augustine Colebrook, CPM, MA-MCHS.

This week on the Midwifery Wisdom podcast, we have an inspiring conversation between cohost Augustine Colebrook and the renowned San Antonio Midwife and Birth Center owner, Nikki McIver-Brown. Nikki's passion for midwifery and her commitment to positively impacting the world, one birth at a time, is truly remarkable. With over 28 thousand followers on her Instagram page @SanAntonioNurseMidwife, Nikki has become a social media influencer, sharing her life and midwifery expertise. In this episode, Nikki shares her journey to becoming a midwife, her experiences opening her birth center, and her efforts in training black student midwives. Augustine and Nikki also dive into the topic of culturally matched care and coin a few new phrases. You will be inspired by Nikki's vision for the future of midwifery and the impact she is making in the lives of the families she serves. *Check out our YouTube video for this episode to see footage of Nikki's "oxytocin-rich" birth center.Show Resources-Nikki's Website

In this week's insightful and empowering episode of the Midwifery Wisdom podcast, co-host Augustine Colebrook takes center stage. She sits down with Meredith Nelson and Alicia Fishbein, the creators of Intentional Birth, to delve into one of the most crucial aspects of being a successful birth worker: setting boundaries. Drawing from her personal experiences and challenges, Augustine shares valuable insights into the importance of establishing healthy boundaries, both in your professional and personal life. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that will help you navigate the world of birth work with greater clarity and confidence.Show Resources-Midwifery Wisdom Experience 2023-Intentional Birth Co.

Throwback to our original podcast, Worldwide Midwifery. This week we're featuring an episode that highlights two fascinating interviews, one with California midwife, Haize Hawke, and the other with Boston University Professor, Gene Declerq."We have to get out to the community, we have to educate, we have to share our vision and that could have the biggest impact". Haize Hawke, Midwife from Los Angeles, CA together with Gene Declercq, PHD explore and explain the Listening to Mothers (California) study and discuss the midwifery model of care with host, Augustine Colebrook.

“You cannot have trust unless you build relationships. You HAVE to build relationships.”Join cohost Augustine Colebrook this week as she welcomes CNM Jamie Guertin to the show. Jamie shares her experience as a military midwife and her personal journey to home birth after three hospital births. Later, they explore the often-complicated relationship between CNMs and CPMs and offer practical advice for building stronger connections. Jamie also offers insights into navigating a hospital transfer, whether you're switching to a midwife or an OB.Show Resources-A Midwife Nation-Midwifery Wisdom SBAR form

Welcome to this week's episode of the Midwifery Wisdom podcast, where your co-host Augustine Colebrook is thrilled to be joined by a very special guest, Wanda Warrington. As a UK Midwife and the recipient of the prestigious Best Midwife of the Year award in 2022, Wanda's dedication and passion for her work is nothing short of extraordinary.Wanda's commitment to helping pregnant women in need has taken her on eight separate trips to Ukraine, where she has provided essential supplies and resources to hospitals and assisted pregnant women crossing the Polish border in accessing the care they require. In this episode, she shares her experiences, including what motivated her to get involved, some of the most heartwarming moments she's encountered, and how listeners can offer their support from afar.For those interested in contributing to this worthy cause, whether through volunteering in Ukraine or by offering bookkeeping assistance, please reach out to Augustine at augustine@midwiferywisdom.com, and we'll happily connect you with Wanda. Don't miss out on this inspiring episode!Show Resources-Crowdfunding Page-RCM Ukraine Presentation-Wendy Warrington my Polish/Ukrainian Journey-IG: @wendywarry-Twitter: @wandathemidwife

This week's episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast features co-host Angela Love in a fascinating conversation with seasoned Midwife Pam Peach, who shares her extensive experience of practicing midwifery for over four decades. Pam sheds light on what it was like to practice unlicensed in Florida before licensure for midwifery became available, and how her practice evolved after she became licensed. They dive into other topics, such as avoiding burnout, transitioning from a student to a licensed midwife, midwifery laws, and even share some captivating birth stories. With a wealth of knowledge and expertise, Pam Peach imparts her wisdom and will leave you with a deeper understanding of midwifery.Show Resources-Avoiding Burnout Episode-Birthtube

Welcome back for season three of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! This week cohost Augustine Colebrook sits down with Dani Lavoire, LM, CPM, as she shares her journey into midwifery and death care. Dani educates us on the importance and beauty of spending time with our deceased loved ones and how she works with families, local bureaucrats, and hospital administrators to make that happen.Dani also provides insight into how midwives can prepare themselves to support families going through the loss of a baby. She shares her experiences working with families during this difficult time and how midwives can better prepare themselves to be advocates for families that experience the loss of a baby.This beautiful and rich conversation will leave you with a knowledge of how caring for those welcoming in life parallels caring for those who are experiencing loss.Show Resources-National Home Funeral Alliance-Arizona Community Death Care-Ghost Belly by Elizabeth Heineman-Stillbirth and the Midwife

“It doesn’t matter where you give birth. What matters is the people that surround you, how you’re trusted, respected, and provided safe care."This week on the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast, Augustine is joined by none other than Ginger Breedlove herself! They engage in one juicy discussion after another, diving into entrepreneurship for midwives, obstetrical violence and the healthcare crisis, animosity between different pathways to midwifery, and more. *This is our final episode of Season 2! We will return with Season 3 on March 15, 2023*Show Resources-The Community-Based Doula-Midwifery Wisdom Podcast Episode 2

Grab your popcorn and get ready for one incredible episode! This week cohost Augustine Colebrook talks with two retired midwives, Vicki Taylor-Breheim and Pat Schwaiger. They share the stories of their roads to midwifery, practicing in illegal states, being taken to court, some incredible birth stories, and transitioning out of midwifery. New and seasoned midwives alike, you need to hear the wisdom these retired midwives have to share.

"Once people get used to respectful care... it's hard to go back to the other." This week on the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast, cohost Angela Love talks with Florida CPM, Zul Ruiz-Gines about how her own traumatic birth experience led her to eventually open an easy-access clinic. They dive into midwifery education, opening an easy-access clinic, respectful care, and what midwives and birth workers can do to better support their communities. Show Resources-Jenny Joseph Easy Access Clinic-Midwife RX-Growing & Glowing

"We're breeding unicorns!" This week's episode is a front-row seat to a juicy discussion of why midwives need each other to be successful. Cohost Augustine Colebrook and guest Leslie Cornwell, CNM and founder of Midwifery Business Consultation, dive into a discussion about running a successful midwifery business, scarcity vs. abundance mindset (why Augustine doesn't agree with abundance), and why midwives need each other to really grow. You also won't want to miss their announcement about an incredible new program they're tag-teaming to revolutionize birth centers.Show Resources-Midwifery Wisdom Experience 2023-Midwifery Business Consultations-MidwifingTheMidwives.com

Throwback to our first podcast, Worldwide Midwifery. This week we're featuring an interview cohost Augustine Colebrook had with Australian midwife and professor, Hannah Dahlen."We have to be strong, we have to be fearless and we have to get out there and push this agenda for the sake of women and babies everywhere." Hannah Dahlen, midwife and professor from Sydney, Australia shares evidence-based research, descriptions of work in and out of the maternity care system and stories from birth over 30+ years. 

"Do. Or do not. There is no try". This week on the midwifery wisdom podcast we channel our inner Yoda to achieve a deeper level of wisdom. Cohost Augustine Colebrook talks with Texas Midwife and Birth Center Owner, Margie Wallis. They discuss the difference between being a hero or guide in your client's birth story, getting out of the scarcity mindset, the triangle of birth, and much more. Tune in to get some seriously deep wisdom that could take your practice to a new level.Show Resources-Birth Business Masterclass-Midwifery Wisdom Italy Retreat-friscobirthcenter.com-Facebook: Frisco Birth Center-Instagram: @friscomidwife

Trigger Warning: Birth Trauma and Newborn Resuscitation are discussed in this episode.This week cohost Augustine Colebrook talks with doula and student midwife Hanna Arnett. Hanna shares the story of her first birth and the trauma she experienced during labor and postpartum. They also discuss what midwives can do to better prepare their clients for possible transport, to both empower them and make it as smooth a process as possible.

You are a human super-organism and don't you forget it! In this information-packed episode, cohost Augustine Colebrook meets with Toni Harman, filmmaker, author, and online microbiome course creator to dive into the human microbiome and its integral part in birth. Toni explains why vaginal birth and breastfeeding is the ideal combo for a baby's microbiome and practices that are being researched on how to bolster a baby's microbiome if either of those options are not possible. Show Resources-microbirth.com-Microbiome Courses-Microbirth Birth Movie Facebook

This week on the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast cohost Angela Love is joined by the Founder and Executive Director of The Finley Project, Noelle Moore. Noelle shares her heartbreaking story of losing her baby girl Finley, and how that loss opened her eyes to the difference she could make in the lives of families going through similar experiences. She shares advice for what to say and do when a loved one in your life losses a child, what midwives can do to better support their clients who have gone through loss, and much more on this tough but incredibly important topic.Show Resources-The Finley Project-More than "I'm Sorry": How to Help any Mom After the Loss of their Child, Using a Proven Step-by-Step Model

“Until the people who are doing the harm change, the students won’t be able to speak.”

You won't want to miss this vulnerable and heartfelt episode. This week cohost Augustine Colebrook is joined by longtime friend Shari Long Romero, DNP, CNM, CPC, CPRC, to discuss her journey through midwifery and self-discovery. She shares how her experience with trauma and addiction brought her to midwifery, away from it, and back again."In that recovery process, those long years I took to really help myself figure out that that unmanageable life had so little to do with drugs or alcohol. It had nothing to do with that. It had everything to do with... how do I see myself? How do I truly... how am I midwifing me?"  

This week on the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast, cohost Augustine Colebrook is joined by Dr. Stu himself to dive into why Obstetrics as a whole is in deep trouble. They discuss what he would tell a doctor coming into medicine now, what has changed in medicine over the past 20-40 years, and what he would change from his career given the chance.Show Resources-Reteach Breech-Birthing Instincts Podcast

Be ready to have your mind blown with this week's episode! Cohost Augustine Colebrook talks with Ohio CPM, Eliza Kay about the revolutionary changes she has made to her midwifery practice. They dive into what brought Eliza to the point of either quitting or making drastic changes, how she made those changes to her business, and a few key lessons she learned that you can also apply to your midwifery business. We're calling her new style "Midwifery 2.0". You won't want to miss this episode.Show Resources-Eliza's Coach-Eliza's Website-The Midwifery Wisdom Experience (November 2022)-Coaching with Augustine-Birth Business Masterclass-Sustainable Midwifery Facebook Group Chat

Anyone who has been a partner to a midwife knows it comes with unique benefits and challenges. This week on the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast, cohost Augustine Colebrook talks with Adam Rawson about just that, being married to a midwife. They discuss tips for partners of a midwife, resources for a healthy marriage, setting boundaries, and the hardest parts of being married to a midwife. Show Resources-Lisa Rawson Interview

This week on the Midwifery Wisdom podcast, co-host Augustine Colebrook talks with recently graduated midwife Marlee Adams about one of the most important yet greatly understudied topics, mental health during pregnancy. Marlee shares their research on Perinatal Bi-Polar Disorder and the tools and resources they have discovered for both midwives and pregnant women navigating this.  Show Resources-Perinatal Support Washington-Postpartum Support InternationalLinks to screening tools-EPDS-PHQ-9-MDQ-6-PMQ-9

Both parents and midwives alike, you'll want to grab a pen and paper and prepare for some incredible note-taking with this week's episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast. Cohost Augustine Colebrook speaks with Sarah Thompson, certified functional medicine practitioner and author of the book Functional Maternity. They dive into all things functional medicine, how to use functional medicine during pregnancy, hormones during labor, some of the most important and most commonly lacking nutrients during pregnancy, and more. Sarah Thompson is a certified functional medicine practitioner, licensed acupuncturist, board-certified herbalist, birth doula, author, and educator with a passion for pregnancy care. She is also known as a leader in the practice and education of maternity functional medicine and published the first book on the subject, Functional Maternity – Using Functional Medicine and Nutrition to Improve Pregnancy and Childbirth Outcomes. Sarah brings together evidence-based research in prenatal and maternity nutrition with ideas of functional medicine, in 2021. Sarah’s clinical experience spans nearly 20 years. When she isn’t writing, lecturing, mentoring, or seeing patients in her private practice, she can be found on her small Colorado farm with her husband, two daughters, chickens, miniature cows, dogs, cats, and gardens. Show Resources-Functional Maternity Website-Functional Maternity Book-Midwifery Wisdom Experience

Grab a drink and settle in for this power-packed episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast. Cohost Leila Wyatt talks with Lindsey Oakes, a Queer and Nonbinary CPM practicing in California. They dive into how the show "19 Kids and Counting" introduced Lindsey to Midwifery, their experience studying at Nizhoni, working with the Amish community, tips for taking the NARM, and more."My name is Lindsey Oakes, my pronouns are they/them, and I’m a Queer and Nonbinary CPM and soon-to-be LM practicing and living on unceded Kumeyaay territory, currently known as San Diego, California. You can find me by email at LindseyOakesMidwifery@gmail.com For those that are able and feel called to donate, I’d like to direct any monetary support to the apprentice midwife I’m dedicated to supporting on her journey. Her name is Phoebe Velasquez Islas, and she’s been a community traditional birth worker since 2014 who is prioritizing BIPOC families as well as teen/young parents.  Phoebe is an apprentice midwife working with LM CPM Nicole Morales of Art of Opening Midwifery. Phoebe is a mom of four daughters, many animals, and a keeper of the land and the plants native to this part of the world. She, in my opinion, deserves all of the support in the world. Any resources donated to her journey will be recirculated through continued community support." Show Resources-IG: @LindseyOakesMidwifery-FB: Lindsey Oakes-LindseyOakes.com-FB: Phoebe Velasquez Islas-IG: @womb_waters_medicine_-Venmo: Phoebe-VelasquezIslas-PayPal: MsPhoebes@gmail.com

This week, co-host Augustine Colebrook is joined by Nicole Morales to dive into topics such as working with breech birth, storytelling the process of birth, and working through the births you've attended as a birth worker. Nicole Morales is a mother, a wife, a daughter, a sister, an aunt, a midwife, a doula, a friend, and a mentor. Empowered by her own very different births of her three children at home, Nicole is drawn to assisting families in birthing and parenting in awareness and to appreciating the sacred relationships throughout the childbearing years and beyond. She has worked as a doula for many years and has benefited from the apprenticeship model of midwifery.Nicole is an Approved Spinning Babies Trainer and a Certified Birthing from Within Mentor. She blends these tools in her midwifery practice as well in instruction from both perspectives of the mind and body. She also is an instructor for Nizhoni Institute of Midwifery and is part of breechbirthsd.com which helps breech families navigate the systems as best as possible by being an online resource center.Show Resources-Breech Birth San Diego-The Breech Release-IG: @nicolemoralesmidwife-Fb: Nicole Morales-The Midwifery Wisdom Experience

This week on the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast, co-host Augustine Colebrook is joined by Ilka Fanni Szilagyi, SpBCPE, Alana Joy Diamos, LM, CPM, and Michelle Borok, LM, to dive into defensively charting fetal heart tones. This episode is packed with valuable information for seasoned midwives and students alike!Show Resources-Fetal Heart Tone Monitoring Course-Defensive Charting Course

Prepare yourself for this power-packed episode! Co-host Augustine Colebrook and Anna, The Spiritual Midwife", dive into some deep and heavy topics this week. They discuss their experiences with being in Australia during the Covid shutdown in 2019, midwifery in Australia, Sweden, and the U.S., the broken system across the globe, learning from trauma and adversity, and more you won't want to miss.Anna is the founder of The Spiritual Midwife and creator of The Natural Birth Course. She's a midwife, woman's work facilitator, and coach, who's opted out of the system to walk her own path providing education, support, and guidance for women wanting a physiological and natural birth. She's also the host of The Natural Birth Podcast, featuring women from all over the world who's had a natural and empowering birth experience, with the intention of changing the birth narrative from fear of birth to birth as an empowering rite of passage.Show Resources-IG: @the_spiritual_midwife-The Natural Birth Course

This week on the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast, co-host Angela Love talks with Christina Jemine, a CPM, Founder of the Black Sisters Birth Academy, and author of My Mommy Makes Milk. They discuss how she discovered midwifery from a book her friend literally "tossed" her way, pursuing a nursing degree, how she landed on the CPM route, her experience being a black midwife, building community and sisterhood, and much more. Show Resources-Black Sisters Birth Academy-IG: @BlackSistersMidwifery & @BlackSistersBirthAcademy-My Mommy Makes Milk

In this episode, cohost Augustine Colebrook is joined by the Holistic OBGYN himself, Nathan Riley. They dive into how he got involved in Midwifery and what he does now to support midwives, why Obstetrics needs midwives, the healthcare crisis, systemic issues, and so much more. Nathan will also be a speaker at the 2022 Midwifery Wisdom Experience in Galveston, TX covering the topic of “Discernment in Diagnosis and Management of Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy”.Show Resources-IG: @nathanrileyOBGYN-belovedholistics.com-The Midwifery Wisdom Experience

This week co-host Leila Wyatt talks with midwife Chae Pounds. Chae is on track to become the only Black Certified Professional Midwife in the greater New Orleans area, in this episode Leila and Chae discuss how an accident brought Chae to midwifery, the laws around birth in Louisiana, racism in midwifery, hands-off practice, and so much more.Bio: Chae Pounds, is a mom to 4, a wife to 1, and a midwife to all. She hails from Memphis, TN by way of Jackson, MS, and currently resides in New Orleans, LA. Chae completed Indie Birth Midwifery School in 2020 and quickly began her midwifery apprenticeship. She is on track to becoming the only Black Certified Professional Midwife in the greater New Orleans area. In the future, Chae hopes to become an IBCLC creating more access to holistic services for her community. Chae is a cloth diaper enthusiast, breastfeeding advocate, and home birth revolutionary. Chae practices and believes in whole, empowered communities.Show ResourcesIG: @chaethesupremeFacebook: Chae PoundsCash app: $MidwifeChaeVenmo: @ChaePoundsPodcast: homecomingpodcast.com

Welcome back to the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! We are ready to kick off Season 2 with a bang! This week co-host Augustine Colebrook talks with licensed therapist Krysta Dancy about all things trauma and burn-out in the birth world. Krysta shares her experience working with combat veterans as her first teacher in therapy around PTSD and how she saw similarities between them and new parents. They also discuss trauma-informed care and the short-term and long-term effects of burnout and trauma on birth workers.Show Resources-Dancy Perinatal Counseling

"Is this safe? Is this sacred? Is this sustainable?" Don't miss this juicy conversation between cohost Augustine Colebrook and CNM Tanya Wills. They talk about the challenges and joys of the profession, dive into mentoring new midwives, and discuss recent events impacting midwifery. Show Resources-NYCPM-Midwifery Wisdom Experience

Join us this week on the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast for a conversation between cohost Augustine Colebrook and California Midwife Lisa Rawson about facing rejection as a midwife. They cover the many forms of rejection a midwife can face, different types of trauma experienced in birth, and dive deep into taking care of yourself as a midwife.Show Resources-15 Informed Consents Suite-Origins of Being Course-The Midwifery Wisdom Experience

Get a glimpse into what it's like to be the busiest midwife in the nation in this week's episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast. This week cohost Augustine Colebrooks talks with Wantina Brooks-Roach, a midwife in Kentucky who is determined to create a strong community of midwives and educate the birth world on strong preceptor/student relationships. They talk about what Wantina has done to be the most badass of preceptors, and her tips for how other midwives can follow en-suite. Don't miss her talk "Why Is This So F*cking Hard? Identifying Neuro-Diversity in the Preceptor/Student Relationship" at the Midwifery Wisdom Experience in November 2022.Show Resources-Midwifery Wisdom Experience-Midwifery Wisdom Student Handbook-Wantina's Midwifery Practice

This week on the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast, cohost Augustine Colebrook talks with Laureli Denique Morrow, Founder and Executive Director of Midwife Pilgrim. They discuss the program's mission and humanitarian aid from a midwifery perspective, including many stories from Laureli's experience. Augustine also teases a new course coming from the Midwifery Wisdom School in the next few months. Show Resources-Midwife Pilgrim-The Traveling Midwife Course

In this powerhouse episode, cohost Augustine Colebrook is joined by retired midwife Katie O’Day (previously McCall) and lawyer Hermine Hayes-Klein to discuss the legal persecution of midwives. Both Augustine and Katie share details on their own experiences of being investigated and prosecuted as midwives. Hermine shares insight into the most common types of legal proceedings midwives face as well as her recommendations for how midwives can go on the offense.Show Resources-The Tyranny of the Cubicle | Katie McCall-That’ll Show Her | Katie McCall-Hayes-Klein Law-STM Billing-Birth Rights Bar Association-Defensive Charting Course (Promo Code: MidwivesUnderAttack10)

In this episode, cohost Augustine Colebrook meets with Kristine Lauria, a CPM who travels with Doctors Without Borders - Médecins San Frontières. Kristine has attended over 5000 births, including over 500 breech and 300 twin births. They discuss her experiences as a midwife from the humanitarian perspective, dealing with every midwife's “worst nightmares”, how she handles seeing so much death, and her suggestions for how to bring midwifery in the United States into the modern age. Kristine is a mentor with Midwifery Wisdom Collective and will be speaking at the Midwifery Wisdom Experience in Galveston, TX November 2022. Show Resources-Doctors without Borders-The Traveling Midwife Course

This week cohost Leila Wyatt is joined by Krista Wurlitzer, a student midwife in Northern California. Krista shares her story of working with many different preceptors, what she has learned from each experience, and her advice for other student midwives looking for preceptors, including a thorough list of “red flags” and “green lights” to look out for.Show Resources-Midwife Student Anonymous Facebook Group-Instagram: @Kristanoelle_-Cashapp: $KristaWurlitzer

This week cohosts Augustine Colebrook and Leila Wyatt get together to discuss the most exciting event happening this year, the Midwifery Wisdom Experience. In this episode, Augustine and Leila go over every detail you'll need to know about the Experience and even share an opportunity to win a free hotel stay for the event. You won't want to miss this incredible opportunity happening in Galveston, Texas in November of 2022. Show Resources-The Midwifery Wisdom Experience

This week, cohost Leila Wyatt talks with Lora Fiala, a student midwife who changed her path along the way. They discuss how Lora was introduced to birth work, how her background in education has impacted her course, and how she changed her pathway from the PEP process to pursuing a career as a CNM.Show Resources-Instagram & Facebook: @birth.with.knowledge-Venmo: Lora-Fiala

How can one good birth impact a whole community? This week on the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast co-host Angela Love will help to answer that question. She is joined by Andrea Berry, the CEO of the Healthy Start Coalition in Indian River County, FL. They discuss Andrea's two very different birth experiences, the first in-hospital ending in an emergency c-section, and the second, a VBAC water birth at home. Andrea also shares all of the positive changes she has seen during her time with the Healthy Start Coalition.Show Resources-Healthy Start Coalition of Indian River County

This week cohost Leila Wyatt is joined by “The Future Babycatcher” aka: Courtney Glenn, a student midwife in Richmond, Virginia. Courtney shares the story of her journey to birth work, which includes a sorority sister and an introduction of the word “doula”. They discuss Courtney’s education, the PEP process, and why communication with your preceptors is so important. Show Resources-Instagram: @FutureBabyCatcher-Cashapp: $FutureBabyCatcher-Venmo: Courtney-Glenn-1

In this episode of the Midwifery Wisdom podcast, cohost Leila Wyatt talks with Yanna Nicole about her journey through different levels of education, to landing in Midwifery School. She talks about starting in a nursing program at 17 years old, how pursuing a doctorate led her to midwifery, and why you should always interview your preceptors. Yanna is a board member of NYCPM.inc, seeking to expand midwifery licensure in the state of New York. She is also the founder of the Black Christian Birthworkers Network.Show ResourcesIG: maybe_yanna & @Lifeexp.doula@blackchristianbirth@NYCPM.incVenmo: @YannaSpellmanCashapp: $YannamaybePaypal: thelifeexperiencedoula@gmail.com & bcbwnetwork@gmail.comBlack Christian Birthworkers NetworkCommonsense Childbirth School of Midwifery

In this week's episode, cohost Angela Love talks with Jonnie Mae Perry, the CEO of the Gifford Cultural Center. They speak about Jonnie Mae's great grandmother, granny midwife Sally Louise Pickens Richardson. Louise was born in 1868 in Georgia and naturally moved into midwifery as she attended births of other mothers around her. Family stories share that she caught over 100 babies during her time as a midwife and eventually relocated to Florida. She passed in 1972.

If you’ve ever wanted to hear the nitty-gritty details of the path to a midwifery education, this is the episode for you. Cohost Leila Wyatt speaks with student midwife Amariee Collins about her educational journey to midwifery. She talks about getting an associate, bachelors, and masters all before starting midwifery school, becoming a sonographer, why and how she chose to attend MCU and even a crazy story about catching a baby in a barbershop.When this podcast airs, Amariee will be traveling to Kentucky with Midwife Wantina Brooks Roach who has made it a mission to train midwives from all around the country- supporting Black midwives for the next generation.Show Resources-IG: Radicle_Births-Venmo: @ascollins-Cashapp: $collinshouston

This week on the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast, cohost Leila Wyatt talks with Student Midwife Gabbi Goetz about her student experience. They cover finding her midwifery "why" through her own unique birth story, why she chose the PEP process, and a negative preceptor experience that taught her a lot about herself as a midwife.Show Resources-Cashapp: #GabrielaGoetz-Instagram: @GabbiGoetz

Have you ever met a 15-year-old doula? Today cohost Leila Wyatt, CD, SM, talks with student midwife and doula, Trinity Stephens about her experience coming into birth work. They discuss what a “practice birth” is, experiencing racism as a black birth worker, and how a shoulder dystocia solidified her desire to become a midwife.Show Resources-Killing the Black Body by Dorothy Roberts-The Big Letdown by Kimberly Seals Allers-Having Your Baby by Hilda HutchersonFacebook: Trinity StephensInstagram: @benniesbabies_doulaCashapp: #turtledoula

In this episode, our five incredible co-hosts, Augustine Colebrook, CPM, MA-MCHS, Jamarah Amani, LM, Angela Love, CNM, Leila Wyatt, SM, CD, and Delmar Bauta, CPM, discuss all things COVID in relation to birth work, including getting sick or exposed as a birth worker, vaccination while pregnant or body-feeding, and medical sovereignty. Don't miss this power-packed episode.Show Resources-Angela's video about vaccination during pregnancy-EBB article on vaccination and pregnancy

This week on the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast, cohost Leila Wyatt interviews student midwife Michelle New. They dive into the difficult balance of family life and schoolwork/apprenticeship as a student midwife, why finding a preceptor who's right for you is so important, and how to find your voice in your apprenticeship.

In this episode co-host Angela Love chats with midwife Angelita Nixon about her transition out of hospital midwifery. They cover how important it is to educate student midwives, the fight against racism, experiencing global midwifery, and even fighting to change state laws in favor of midwifery.Show Resources:Scenic Drive Midwives 

This week co-host Augustine Colebrook talks with previous Masterclass student and co-founder of the Pacific Birth Institute, Jessica Johnston. They discuss all things Masterclass, including her favorite takeaways, how it helped her develop a successful side hustle, what her first few years looked like as a newly certified midwife, and more. You won't want to miss this juicy episode!Show Resources-The Pacific Birth Institute-The Midwifery Wisdom Masterclass-The Midwifery Wisdom Experience (November 2022, Galveston, TX)

How can a bad hospital birth experience lead one to pursue midwifery? Today Co-Host Leila Wyatt, CD, SM, talks with Brieana Davison, SM about how a negative birth experience in the hospital led her to midwifery, navigating midwifery school, and identifying different types of preceptors.

Why is burnout so common in the field of midwifery? This week cohost Angela Love, CPM, talks with Margo Keane, CPM, LM about their experience with burnout in midwifery. They address common struggles in the field, their relation to the high rate of burnout, and how to remain resilient in this ever-important profession.Show Resources:- Prevalence, Related Factors, and Levels of Burnout Among Midwives: A Systematic Review

What's it like to practice midwifery on a remote island? In this episode, you'll hear from Sunny Daily, a student midwife practicing on the island of Nantucket, Massachusetts. You'll hear all about the difficulty of traveling for births, having limited emergency resources, and working with different preceptors. 

Have you ever wondered what it's like to date a midwife? In this episode, Co-Host Angela Love, CNM, interviews her former partner Paul Robinette to discuss just that. You'll also get a peek into Angela's journey into midwifery, including her time as a hospital nurse, a negative experience, and her discovery of birth clinics.Check out the video version of this podcast on our youtube channel to see the footage of Angela and Paul racing to a birth.Show Resources-Paul's Youtube Channel

What does psychological and physical safety look like in an obstetric patient relationship? This is just one of the many questions discussed in this value-packed episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast. Podcast Co-Host Augustine Colebrook, CPM, MA-MCHS chat with special guests  Kesha Zaffino, JD, IBCLC; Nathan Riley, MD; and Jayvon Muhammad, CPM, MA-MCHS; and Tracey Vogel, MD about the recent ACOG Committee Opinion on Trauma-Informed Care.Show Resources-ACOG Committee Opinion-Podcast episode with Nathan Riley & Tracey Vogel-"Obstetrics and Gynecology Needs Palliative Care"-Midwifery Wisdom Collective Website

Welcome to the first episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! Here you'll meet our hosts and listen in on their conversations on midwifery schools, autonomy, racism, licensure, and more! In this episode, you will also get a sneak peek into future episode content and our host’s backgrounds and passions. We can’t wait for you to join us weekly for Midwifery  Wisdom with Augustine Colebrook, CPM, MA-MCHS, Jamarah Amani, LM, Angela Love, CNM, Leila Wyatt, SM, CD, and Delmar Bauta, CPM.