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Welcome back to the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! This week cohost Augustine Colebrook has the chance to talk with not one, but four different midwives. The topic? The recent closure of MANA.

Among the group, there is a senior student midwife, a few seasoned midwives, and even a midwife who once served on the MANA board. Together, these midwives discuss their thoughts and feelings on the closure of MANA, and how they foresee this change impacting midwifery in the United States moving forward. Don't miss this important and powerful conversation about changes in the field of Midwifery.

Welcome to another episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! Join cohost Angela Love as she engages in an important conversation with Ruthie Ayzenberg, a licensed psychotherapist in California specializing in maternal and perinatal mental health.

This week, Ruthie opens up about her personal journey, delving into the transformative experience of pregnancy and motherhood that led her to dedicate her career to maternal mental health. Together, Ruthie and Angela explore crucial topics, including the profound impact of sleep deprivation on mental well-being, navigating intrusive thoughts, the role of medication in perinatal mood disorders, and much more.

Ruthie also shares her passion for yoga nidra, a practice she has discovered to be profoundly beneficial for those struggling with diminished maternal mental health. Join us for an insightful and compassionate conversation that touches on the core of maternal well-being.

Show Resources
-Midwife RX
-Ruthie's Website
-The Na'Aleh Yoga Podcast
-Angie's Website

Welcome back to the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! This week, join cohost Augustine Colebrook in a captivating conversation with the inspirational Shafia Monroe.

Shafia, a renowned midwife, doula trainer, motivational speaker, and cultural competency trainer, graces us with an abundance of beautiful wisdom in this episode. She reflects on childhood experiences that shaped her holistic career and lifestyle and sheds light on her current efforts to foster equality for black midwives in the United States.

Augustine and Shafia delve into the realm of service-oriented work, exploring ways to support black students throughout their education and preceptor stages. Shafia generously imparts special advice for white midwives on how they can actively contribute to the growth and success of black, brown, and BIPOC midwives.

As we honor Shafia during Black History Month, we trust that her stories, experiences, and fervor will not only inspire but also motivate you to actively participate in the much-needed change within our country and the world. Tune in and be part of this enlightening conversation!

Show Resources
-Shafia's Website

-Why Not Me by Gladys Milton 

-Cultural Competency Training

-Birth Justice Masterclass

-Iron Deficiency Course

-National Black Midwives Alliance 2024 Conference

-Shafia's Upcoming Speaking Events

You read that title right. This week on the podcast cohost Augustine Colebrook is joined by none other than Sonal Patel, a home visiting neonatologist. You may recognize her as the keynote speaker for the 2023 Midwifery Wisdom Experience. She shared an incredible discourse on the fourth trimester and maternal health.

In this episode Sonal and Augustine dive deep into maternal care in the United States, covering topics like maternal mortality, women's health, and more. Sonal shares what her foundation is doing to make a change in the medical system for maternal care, and how their work aligns more closely with the midwifery model of care.

Don't miss this compelling conversation that goes beyond the surface to explore the profound changes needed in our healthcare system.

Show Resources
-Naya Care

-Center for Fourth Trimester Care 

-The Doctor and Her Black Bag

-Blog post on postpartum depression drug

Welcome back to the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! This week cohost Augustine Colebrook is joined by Julie Tupler. As an R.N., CCE, and CPT, Julie has devoted her career to researching diastasis recti and creating a problem that providers can use to help their clients.

In this episode, she shares a little about her own story, how she first discovered diastasis recti as a trainer for a pregnancy fitness class, her initial research, and of course, all about her program and its success.

She also shares some wisdom about what causes diastasis recti and what providers and clients can do to strengthen their abdominal and pelvic floor muscles. Don't miss this important episode!

Show Resources
-Julie's Website
-Together Tank Top
-Julie@diastasisrehab.com
-Solving Iron Deficiency in Yourself and Your Clients

Welcome back to another episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! Join us as cohost Augustine Colebrook connects with Cleveland Ohio CNM, Javonne Grey.

In this episode, Javonne takes us on a journey through her transition from hospital-based practice to the creation of her own homebirth practice. Delve into the intricacies of her entrepreneurial self-discovery, as she shares the pivotal steps that led to the establishment and success of her business. Throughout the conversation, the power of a resilient mindset emerges as a consistent theme.

Gain valuable insights applicable to midwives at every stage, from students to seasoned professionals. Don't miss out on this episode brimming with essential information for the entire midwifery community!

Show Resources
-Javonne's Website

-IG: Javonne.the.midwife

-Facebook: Three Rings Midwifery

-Courtney L. Sanders Business Course

This week on the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast, join us in welcoming the incredible Gail Tully, the visionary behind Spinning Babies. Augustine perfectly describes Gail's words as "word medicine" setting the tone for a captivating conversation.

Gail shares how a question she asked herself during her early doula and midwifery days led to the creation of Spinning Babies. You'll get a glimpse into the thought process, actions, and all the people who aided Gail in providing this incredible tool to the birth world. 

Join Augustine and Gail as they explore the evolution of childbirth over the past two decades, drawing from their rich experiences in the field. Delve into discussions about the changing paradigm of physiology and the nuanced interplay between nature and intervention in the birthing process. Tune in for a thought-provoking episode that goes beyond the surface of birthing wisdom.

Show Resources
-Hypermobility Study

-Spinning Babies Workshops

-Spinning Babies Website

This week on the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast we are joined by a truly remarkable guest! Cohosts Augustine Colebrook has the opportunity to sit down with the one and only Elizabeth Davis, author of Heart and Hands, and cofounder of NMI.

Together the two dive into some incredible topics. Elizabeth shares her personal history that led her to birthwork and the projects she has been involved in. She also shares the story behind NMI, how the idea was born, who was involved in the project, and more. The two talk about how midwifery can be made mainstream, licensure for midwives, and, of course, share some beautiful magic and wisdom for all.

Grab a warm drink, settle in, and prepare yourself for a remarkable episode.

Show Resources

-Elizabeth's Website

-Robbie Davis-Floyd's Website

-Belize Retreat

-Midwifery Wisdom Website

-Midwife Definition Shirt

Welcome to another episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! Join cohost, Augustine Colebrook, as she dives into a power-packed conversation with two trailblazing experts in the field – MaryAnn Marks, the Founder and CEO of LabSmarts, and Sara Russell, a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner.

MaryAnn and Sara unveil their groundbreaking course, "Things You Never Learned About Blood Work for Preconception, Pregnancy, and Postpartum." The excitement is palpable as they share their wealth of knowledge.

In this episode, discover the driving forces behind MaryAnn and Sara's passion for this unique and vital work. They open up about their personal experiences that have influenced their projects. The trio delves into a plethora of insights about labs for pregnancy – knowledge that will leave you informed, inspired, and ready to more fully serve your client's needs!

Show Resources
-TSH by Trimester Pregnancy Chart
-What You Never Learned about Preconception, Pregnancy, & Postpartum Masterclass
-Sara's Website
-MaryAnn's Website

Welcome to another episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! This week cohost Augustine Colebrook is joined by Dr. Victoria Flores, hospital OBGYN turned community practitioner.

Victoria shares her experience going through residency, the gaslighting she experienced, the things she learned, and then her transfer to the community setting. Together Augustine and Victoria dive into the roots of modern medicine, and where they think it really went wrong. They talk about the importance of keeping mama and baby together and how vital the fourth trimester is.

Victoria wraps it up with how she got her faith in birth and some wisdom she has to share with midwives and birth practitioners alike.

This is a power-packed episode, get ready for some serious learning!

Show Resources
-Reshma Saujani Commencement Address

-Victoria’s website

Welcome to another episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! In this unique installment, cohost Augustine Colebrook talks with Texas Midwife Melody Barnum. Brace yourselves as they delve into the extraordinary story of a birth that Melody attended a year ago—one that goes beyond the ordinary, featuring a precipitous shoulder dystocia.

Melody and Augustine meticulously talk through each layer of this birth story. From the details of the birth itself to the incredible charting by Melody and her team, and the impact it had on Melody as a midwife.

What sets this episode apart is Melody's incredible courage and transparency in sharing her own experience. Her willingness to open up allows all of us to gain invaluable insights and lessons. Get ready to be inspired and informed as we dive into this story.

Show Resources
-Defensive Charting Course
-Shoulder Dystocia Blog
-Midwives Training EMS episode

This week, join cohost Augustine alongside our incredible team member and course instructor, Melissa Nealy, for a truly captivating episode. We're diving into the intriguing realm of tongue ties, and trust us, it's a conversation you won't want to miss.

Melissa shares her personal journey with tongue-tie revisions at 18 and again in her 30s. She explains how she went from being a complete "unbeliever" to becoming the go-to expert teaching a comprehensive course on the subject.

But that's not all – get ready for a sneak peek into Melissa's course, "Advanced Evaluation of Lactation and Oral Function Postpartum." She offers an intro on fascia, shares a few of the myriad physical and mental impacts of tongue ties, and explores how it profoundly affects both mother and baby.

Midwives, consider this your golden ticket! This episode and Melissa's course are a dynamic duo that equips you with essential tools to help your clients along their postpartum journeys. 

*Checkout our YouTube version of the episode to see Augustine and Melissa sharing examples of how tongue tie has impacted their mobility

Show Resources
-IG: @spiralpathmidwifery
-Facebook: Spiral Path Midwifery

Welcome back to the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! This week cohost Augustine Colebrook is joined by KathRyn Barry and April Durham. These two have been at the forefront of an inspiring initiative. Together, they have been diligently working to provide comprehensive training for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) drivers. The goal? To equip them with the skills and knowledge needed to safely and effectively handle out-of-hospital transports.

KathRyn and April share their experiences collaborating with EMS groups, what they have learned throughout this process, and what they hope to see in the landscape of out-of-hospital transports as far as collaboration.

Whether you're a seasoned midwife, an EMS professional, or simply curious about the impactful intersection of midwifery and emergency services, this episode promises to be both informative and heartwarming.

Show Resources

-IG: Socomidwives

-https://www.sonomacountymidwives.com/
-February 2024 Midwives and EMS Course

Welcome back to the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast. In this episode, our newest cohost Jael Marajh engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Texas-based CPM, Catrice Harris.

Catrice shares her personal journey into midwifery, including a big jump from Corporate America. She also shares some insider perspectives from her role as the Treasurer for the National Association of Certified Professional Midwives (NACPM) on the organization's goals and outlines the challenges and aspirations for CPMs in the United States.

Beyond conventional prenatal care, the discussion delves into the pressing need for education long before pregnancy starts, as well as the critical need for enhanced education for providers working with BIPOC women.

Join us as we navigate these vital topics, gaining insights into the future of prenatal care through Catrice's hopeful vision. This episode is a must-listen for those passionate about women's health, education, and the evolution of prenatal care towards a more inclusive and compassionate model.

Show Resources:
Babysbeststart.org

Welcome to another episode of The Midwifery Wisdom podcast. In today's episode, cohost Angela Love is joined by Jordan Tucker, her midwifery partner. 

Join the conversation as they share their ideas for how to make midwifery more sustainable. They talk a little about Augustine's pillars of Midwifery, Safe, Sacred, and Sustainable, then dive into topics such as burnout in midwifery, how to prevent it, practicing in a team, taking time off, and much more.

They share personal experiences and observations from their time in midwifery, both the good and the bad, and how those have led them to the healthy practice they now run.

Whether you're a seasoned midwife or an aspiring one, this episode is packed with wisdom and guidance to inspire and empower you on your midwifery journey.

Show Resources
-Avoiding Burnout and Remaining Resilient

-Pathways to Midwifery Course

“What our bodies do to birth our babies, it’s fascinating. And I think it’s powerful for us to see our bodies in that light."

Join us for a special live episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! This week, three of our four cohosts, Augustine, Leila, and Zul, gathered at the Midwifery Wisdom Experience in Denver, Colorado to bring you an exciting discussion. They're joined by the talented Monet Nicole, the visionary photographer behind Monet Nicole Birthing Stories.

In this episode, Monet takes us on a journey into her introduction to the world of birth and how it ignited her passion for birth photography. The group explores the profound impact of birth photography on the birthing community, highlighting its transformative effects on photographers, midwives, and, most importantly, the birthing families themselves. Tune in to gain insight into the world of capturing birth stories through the lens.

Show Resources
-Monet Nicole Birthing Stories
-Birth Becomes You FB Group

Welcome back to the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! We are so excited for this first episode of Season four!

This week Augustine sits down with Rebecca Cohen, MD, as she shares her remarkable journey of self-discovery within the healthcare field. Rebecca’s story is one of transformation, as she comes to terms with how her perspective differs from her colleagues in the medical profession.

Together, Augustine and Rebecca delve into the crucial distinction between individualized care and public health care, shedding light on the profound impact of focusing on the needs of the individual. Rebecca shares the challenges of unlearning deeply engrained training and professional growth that ensued.

This episode is a compelling exploration of a physician's journey to redefine the way we approach healthcare and inspire others to embrace change within the medical world.

Show Resources
-Rebecca’s Website
-Midwifery Wisdom Experience Streaming Ticket

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.