Podcasts about Midwife

In today's episode, Em carries on the conversation from last week, however focuses more on what the process of an induction often looks like for women as well as talking through coping techniques and ways to make it a more positive experience.It's so important to understand what the process of induction looks like before heading into it so you can mentally prepare yourself and have some techniques/preferences in place! Em talks through cervical preparation for labour (with Cervidil, Prostin gel, and the catheter/balloon) as well as the main process of induction include having your waters broken and the hormone drip.This is a really practical episode that heaps of mumma's will find helpful, particularly if you already know you'll be experiencing an induction.Time stamps:3:30 – The induction process.4:40 – Making sure the cervix is ready for induction (including discussion of vaginal examinations).12:58 – Heading into hospital for preparing the cervix for labour.15:02 – Cervical preparation process – Cervidil and Prostin gel (synthetic prostaglandins).20:40 – Common experiences/side effects with this type of cervical preparation and coping tips.26:45 – Cervical preparation process – The “balloon” (either the Foley's or Cook's catheter).31:40 – Practical tips for coping with cervical preparation.34:14 – The “main” induction process (breaking waters and starting the drip).46:15 – Practical tips for coping and making it a positive experience.If you want to hear more from Em or want to support the podcast head to:Instagram @midwife_em and @welcometo.thewombLink Tree https://linktr.ee/midwife_emBuy Em a Cuppa https://www.buymeacoffee.com/midwifeem

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We get so many questions about choosing the right birth team. In this episode of Dear Doula, Brandi interviews expert Jessica Diggs, a Los Angeles based midwife who shares the difference between midwifery model of care and medical model of birth care, and why either could be the right choice for your family. Jessica is also the founder of Centered, a community for doulas, and shares her tricks and tips to building a sustainable practice. If you have misconceptions about the role of doulas or midwives, or just want to learn more about all the amazing providers that are available to add to your birth and postpartum care team then don't miss this episode.     You can find Jessica Diggs on her website or on Instagram. If you are a doula or birth professional looking for community and support building a sustainable practice join Centered, Jessica's curated space for doulas.   You can follow Brandi and her work @deardoulapodcast on IG, @brandi_jordan_official IG, and send questions, comments and platitudes to brandi@deardoulapodcast.com. Have a question you want Brandi to answer? Shoot her an email or a DM and she might include it on her next podcast episode!   If you are looking for support with your children, you can reach out to us at The Cradle Company for more information on hiring a parenting or baby specialist. If you appreciate Dear Doula please take a minute to rate and review! If you have questions for Brandi feel free to shoot an email to brandi@deardoulapodcast.com.     Produced by Dear Media

Anne Margolis is a Certified Nurse Midwife, author, and trauma specialist who has been catching babies for over twenty-seven years. Anne began as a nurse, whose first birth experience ended in a fourth degree episiotomy and vacuum delivery after being told she needed an emergency cesarean because her baby's heart rate was decelerating.  She was so "checked out" due to stress and shock that Anne describes her first birth as an out-of-body experience. Her baby was born with normal APGARs, which immediately refuted her doctor's fetal distress diagnosis, and she was left completely traumatized in the aftermath. This led her to develop a program for birth trauma healing and turn to home birth midwifery practice, where she could put the mother at the center of the decision-making process. She joins us today to share stories of obstetric violence and redemptive births alike, and to discuss how women can shift their mindsets and make the commitment to birth their babies on their terms, no matter where they choose to give birth.Instagram: HomesweethomebirthNatural Birth Secrets: An Insiders Guide on How To Give Birth Holistically, Healthfully and Safely, and Love the Experience! Trauma Release Formula: The Revolutionary Step by Step Program for Eliminating Effects of Childhood Abuse, Trauma, Emotional Pain and Crippling Inner Stress, ... without Drugs or Therapy **********This show is sponsored by:Silverette USA*DYPER*NOM Maternity*Vyana Infant Massage*Wildbird.co*Beautiful Births and Beyond*Postpartum Soothe**Use promo code DOWNTOBIRTHConnect with Cynthia and Trisha at:Instagram: @downtobirthshow on InstagramEmail: Contact@DownToBirthShow.comCall: (802) 438-3696 (802-GET-DOWN)Work with Cynthia:Email: Cynthia@HypnoBirthingCT.com Text: 203-952-7299 to RSVP to attend a free information session live on Zoom. Upcoming dates are posted at HypnoBirthingCT.com. You can also sign up for our Fourth Trimester Workshop,  Breastfeeding Workshop or Cynthia's HypnoBirthing classes and weekly postpartum support groups at HypnoBirthing of Connecticut. Work with Trisha at:Email: Trisha.Ludwig@gmail.com for online breastfeeding consulting services or text 734-649-6294 for more info.We serve women and couples coast to coast with our live, online monthly HypnoBirthing classes, support groups and prenatal/postpartum workshops. We are so grateful for your reviews and shares!Please remember we don't provide medical advice, and to speak with your licensed medical provider related to all your healthcare matters. Thanks so much for joining in the conversation, and see you next week!Support the show

So many pregnant women are met with conversations surrounding induction during pregnancy and it can be extremely confronting and overwhelming. As the rates of induction continue to increase with little to no effect on infant and maternal morbidity and mortality rates, we do need to question whether all these inductions are actually necessary.If you're finding it difficult or confusing to navigate conversations with your care provider surrounding induction, if you're after some more information, and particularly if you want to know what the evidence says about induction of labour, then this is absolutely the podcast for you. Midwife Em is joined by the incredibly experienced and knowledgable Professor Hannah Dahlen as they discuss:Does induction really hurt more?How is induction different from spontaneous or "natural labour"?Does it increase or decrease the chance of a Caesarean section?How to avoid unnecessary induction.Some practical tips and questions to ask regarding induction discussion with your midwife or doctor.What does the evidence actually say regarding inductions?Hannah also gives us a great insight into some of her research findings published in 2021 (see below) which looked at outcomes for low-risk first time mothers, including whether inductions impacted rates of Caesarean sections, postpartum haemorrhage, episiotomies, vacuum/forceps births, third/fourth degree tears, and the rates of vaginal birth. Hannah also touches on the US ARRIVE Trial study, and why the findings may not be exactly as they seem.This is an extremely open and honest conversation about the ever increasing rate of unnecessary inductions, though it's also important to note that both Em and Hannah agree that there is a time and place for induction of labour. The key thing is acknowledging the necessity and right for women and their families to be given the opportunity to have open and honest conversations with their care providers, free from coercion and scare tactics, in order to make a decision that is best fore them.If you would like to read more of Hannah's research surrounding induction of labour, here is the link to her incredible study.https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/11/6/e047040Dahlen HG, Thornton C, Downe S, et alIntrapartum interventions and outcomes for women and children following induction of labour at term in uncomplicated pregnancies: a 16-year population-based linked data studyBMJ Open 2021;11:e047040. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2020-047040.You can also find Hannah on instagram at @hannah.dahlen.If you want to hear more from Em or want to support the podcast head to:Instagram @midwife_em and @welcometo.thewombLink Tree https://linktr.ee/midwife_emBuy Em a Cuppa https://www.buymeacoffee.com/midwifeem

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The Combat Midwife weighs in on natural vs. hospital child birth, circumcision and more... Jessica served in the armed forces as a medic and has been teaching the Midwife art since 2004. Mickey and Jessica go deep into child birth history and current practices today. Jessica Arno is a Certified Professional Midwife, Paramedic, & EMS educator. You can follow her on Instagram at @combatmidwife or check-out CombatMidwife.com. ► Support Carry Trainer RELATED PODCASTS: Who will carry the Torch of Liberty? | Higher Line Podcast #180 Food Myths, Fads and Lies, What You Need to Know | Higher Line Podcast #170 Scared of Needles? | Higher Line Podcast #168   --- Music Attributions: Intro - "3rd Eye Blimp" by Otis McDonald Outro - "I Want More" by Silent Partner The Carry Trainer Higher Line Podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, YouTube, Stitcher and most importantly CarryTrainer.com.

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Partner support during the postpartum period is one topic we don't see discussed often. Yet, for the partner, having a baby and learning to parent is an equally transformative experience. Partners experience the birth in a different way than the birthing person. They can experience worry, feelings of helplessness, and even experience vicarious trauma. Partners will typically self-sacrifice to support the birthing person. This is often where the need for more focused support can begin. Sacrificing their own needs to support the birthing person. Setting their need for rest and nourishment aside. As postpartum doulas coming into this dynamic requires assessment skills. What does this partner need most at this point? Where are they struggling? Where are they excelling, and how can we validate and encourage them? Come join us as we discuss the many considerations in how to support partners during the postpartum period.

Midwife Em is back with another incredible birth story, and this time she is joined by the lovely Kayla Gane who shares so openly and honestly about the birth of her first child, Vera. Kayla chats through her desire from an early age to have children, the fear that it may be difficult with her history of PCOS and endometriosis, her journey through pregnancy during the time of COVID, her care through her private obstetrician, and her positive birth experience.Kayla's story is such an incredible example of how a Caesarean section can be a positive and beautiful birth experience, even if it's not what was originally planned or expected. We're sure Kayla's birth experience is going to resonate with so many of you and you're all going to really love listening.To see more from Kayla, head over to:Instagram @kaylaaaellieee@chaii.living and https://chaiiliving.net/@chaii.boutique and https://chaii.net/If you want to hear more from Em or want to support the podcast head to:Instagram @midwife_em and @welcometo.thewombLink Tree https://linktr.ee/midwife_emBuy Em a Cuppa https://www.buymeacoffee.com/midwifeem

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As we see an increasing number of culturally diverse patients in our practices, there is no doubt of the importance of cultural competency in medicine. Specific circumstances and miscommunications have been well documented. But how can we develop an eye to see where a patient’s values and worldview may differ from our own? We will review an approach to cultural competency highlighted by medical missions case studies.

In our 140th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with midwife, Beth Ryan. Beth runs a beautiful Instagram page called @birthwithbeth_ and we chat to her all about the different models of care. You've just found out you're pregnant, what do you do first? What are the main differences between private care vs. public care in pregnancy? What does it mean if you hold private health insurance but you're in a public hospital? Why would you do that? What's the ballpark figure on public vs private? Does private health insurance cover outpatient care? How to go about choosing a private obstetrician that's right for you? If you're considered moderate to high risk, is it better to go with private care? Is it true that private doctors also deliver at public hospitals? What is midwifery group practice (MGP)? And how do you get a place in one? If it's not indicated for medical reasons, is an elective cesarian an option in public care? If you are wanting a v-back is there a certain route that is best? Where does a doula fit into the birthing room and are they generally “allowed” in all births? Where does a private midwife fit in if you are birthing in a private hospital? And what is the benefit of having a private midwife? And SO MUCH MORE   Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.   Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.    This episode of Beyond the Bump is brought to you by KiwiCo: All our listeners will know that we like to get outside with our kids!  Yep definitely better parents when outdoors, but with nap times, sometimes the weather, this is often not possible! Yep and that's when our beloved Kiwi Co Panda crates come in handy!  That they do! For those who haven't heard us rabbit on about KiwiCo's Panda Crates before, first of all, where have you been? Second of all, they are subscription boxes designed for 0-2 year olds that are filled with age appropriate toys and activities that all have a research-based approach to play!  Yep, what's better than throwing a box of activities to your kids knowing they are learning as you put your feet up.  I'll tell you what's better, the fact that every second month, two months worth of activities arrive straight to your doorstep too!!  Its brilliant! Parenting smarter not harder - that's my motto!  Exactly! Goldie has been loving the peg puzzle which helps her to learn shapes, build her fine motor skills and explore problem solving all at once!  What a clever cookie. Yumi loves that one too. She has also been learning shapes through the squishy shapes and when she is over that uses them as pillows for her dolls which is very cute and keeps her busy for even longer!!  Win win! If you want to create a foundation for learning with Panda Crate from KiwiCo too, you can get 30% off your first month on ANY crate line (for any age) with the code BTB30 at kiwico.com

Sondra, a former healthcare worker herself, shares her experience of navigating the healthcare system, and giving birth, during the covid pandemic. Her story is such a beautiful example of what is possible when we are spiritually prepared for birth. Even when the outcome is not what we desire (or perhaps, even what we fear the most), we can emerge from our birth experience empowered and avoid trauma. Sondra now works as a doula, and you can follow her on IG @maternalintuition, and find her at www.nursedoulabirthworker.com Support the show! www.patreon.com/healingbirth www.healingbirth.net

With so many different options of pain relief available, how do we know what to choose? It can get so overwhelming with so many opinions floating around, but fear not! Midwife Em has put together such a great episode exploring all the different options, how they work, and their pros/cons (both natural and medical!).Just SOME of the options covered include:Instinctual movement and different positions.Massage, touch, and acupressure.Heat.Water immersion.TENS machines.Sterile water injections.Gas and air.Epidural (the big one that everyone seems to have something to say about!).Em presents the information in a really informative and non-judgmental way so you can make the best decision for YOU! Every woman is different, so it's important to know your options and be properly informed before you get there!If you want to hear more from Em or want to support the podcast head to:Buy Em a Cuppa https://www.buymeacoffee.com/midwifeemInstagram @midwife_em and @welcometo.thewombLink Tree https://linktr.ee/midwife_emPodcast episodes and pages mentioned in the episode:LABOUR & BIRTH TECHNIQUES With Emma, The Naked Doulahttps://open.spotify.com/episode/57Z8V8FoXHLtxpCUm6z71N?si=8fe725564edc46e9https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/labour-birth-techniques-with-emma-the-naked-doula/id1613284419?i=1000570505242Labour, What Is Actually Going On?https://open.spotify.com/episode/403Y1S6FgvjAzxXyDICj3F?si=05d40249523340a9https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/labour-what-is-actually-going-on/id1613284419?i=1000554895544The BEST KEPT SECRET For Pregnancy And Birth?! Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine With Georgia Payten.https://open.spotify.com/episode/0upFxYbQexddZ1SlD8AJta?si=4b3ca6c1501140e0https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-best-kept-secret-for-pregnancy-and-birth/id1613284419?i=1000569705842HOMEBIRTH: Is It Actually Safe? With Dr Melanie Jackson.https://open.spotify.com/episode/7qQJEy1PrhGw2yXPx6b3rv?si=9184a8da0b044ce9https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/homebirth-is-it-actually-safe-with-dr-melanie-jackson/id1613284419?i=1000567309950'Aromatherapy During Labor for Pain Relief' by Evidence Based Birthhttps://evidencebasedbirth.com/aromatherapy-for-pain-relief-during-labor/

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As doulas consider expanding into other birth-related services, birth photography is often a common consideration. It seems like the perfect mesh, doula skills paired with photography skills equals the perfect match. But can a doula be both at the same time? While it seems like a simple answer, there are many factors that doulas often fail to consider. Will doula support or photography take priority when a client needs hands-on support? What happens if doula support is needed simultaneously as the one "perfect shot" a client wants presents itself? Join us as we take a deep dive into the ins and outs of providing birth photography and labor support.

Every now and then a story takes a twist I am not expecting during the interview - and it always makes for an even better story than the one I thought I would hear! This episode is a perfect example of that. Rebecca shares two birth stories with us. First, a traumatic, unnecessarian (major kudos to whoever coined that term), and a redemptive, led by faith freebirth. It is the extraordinary experiences around that second birth that gets us into talking about spiritual warfare, the spirit realm, and the truth that birth is designed to be a holy experience. Check out Rebecca's instagram for many beautiful reels that show images of her births @theradiantmission You can support the podcast on Patreon! www.patreon.com/healingbirth www.healingbirth.net

Zaddy takes care of his babies and so should you! With a little or a lot of help from our guest Luka McCabe, you'll be on your way. The founder of Boob To Food and co-author of Milk To Meals joins us to discuss more than just your very first meal (breast milk). She tells us what's in it, the effects of feeding on the body, fueling for feeding, vegan breastfeeding, the best formulas, supplementing formula, introducing solids, ideal solids, social backlash, prenatals, caffeinating, the division of responsibility and as always...more!Luka is a mom to two, a registered Midwife, a registered nurse, a birth and parenting educator and a certified nutrition consultant specializing in postpartum and babies nutrition!Our sponsor, Athletic Greens, is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/zaddy.You can find her:https://www.instagram.com/lukamccabe/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/boobtofood/?hl=enhttps://milktomeals.comSubscribe or keep tuning in at:https://www.instagram.com/thelukecook...https://www.tiktok.com/@thelukecook?l...https://thelukecook.com

I've been talking to some really cool midwives lately, and this episode is no exception. Jessica, affectionately known as the Combat Midwife, tells us about her origin story, her work teaching birth skills to military medics, and midwifing in a refugee camp. Her energy is contagious! I was so excited to explore some unique ways […]

Lauren and Brooke have each had free births and are supportive of them. But we're also supportive of midwifery (I mean, Lauren IS one!)... But what does the word "midwife" mean anymore? Doesn't it seem like that word gets applied to lots of very different sorts of birth attendants? What do the letters after her name mean? What if she doesn't have any letters? How much do those letters (or lack thereof) really tell you about what sort of a midwife she is? What makes someone a midwife and what are her roles and functions? And how do you go about choosing one? Does it matter if she's a believer? You won't walk away from this episode with a one-size-fits-all guide to finding/selecting a midwife but you will walk away with some great questions to ask yourself, discuss with your husband, and pray through. Don't miss it. References related to this episode: Shiphrah and Puah, the midwives in Exodus 1:15-20 Types of Midwives From Lauren: Instagram Email From Brooke: Instagram YouTube Trust God, Trust Birth Workshop - a 5-part high-level roadmap to confident home birth (pay what you can) Embrace Birth Journey Membership - comprehensive and holistic faith-based home birth preparation Natural Christian Home Birth (Assisted and Unassisted) - a FB community --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/holy-wild-birth/support

Get ready to have your mind blown in today's episode! Midwife Em is joined by an incredible doula, Emma, a.k.a. The Naked Doula (@thenakeddoula) as they talk all things labour and birth techniques/strategies. This is a passionate and important conversation about women trusting their instincts, feeling safe in labour, the important role of oxytocin, and some EXTREMELY practical tips on how to encourage a positive labour and birth experience.Together they touch on:What a doula is.The importance of understanding the hormone oxytocin.What hinders oxytocin.What can help support oxytocin.Labour and birth techniques (including KICO, birth combs, and “floppy face floppy fanny”).Trusting your instincts.This is definitely one to listen to in preparation for labour and birth, whatever your birth may look like.If you want to see more from Emma (which trust us, you do), you can head to:Instagram @thenakeddoulaWebsite (including links to The Naked Doula courses and the EVE app!) https://thenakeddoula.me/If you want to hear more from Em or want to support the podcast head to:Instagram @midwife_em and @welcometo.thewombLink Tree https://linktr.ee/midwife_emBuy Em a Cuppa https://www.buymeacoffee.com/midwifeem

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In today's episode I chat to midwife and mum, Luka @boobtofood for the second time. You can listen to Luka''s first two birth stories in episode 140 but today she takes us through her third birth which was an unassisted homebirth. She talks at length about her past birth challenges and the way she was feeling in the days leading up to this birth as well as the anxiety and concerns that naturally creep in as you approach 42 weeks. It may be a short birth story but it's also full of midwifery and motherhood wisdom.

Midwife– Paapuskaaq Cukaluten, paapuskaaq iwa'aru! Carliangqutartuq. – Hurry, get the midwife! She's going to have a baby.

“When Rahab ties the scarlet cord on Jericho, her destiny – and that of her city – is sealed. Israel breaks out against their brethren, and takes the land. The Promised Land has been entered in earnest, and God's Kingdom is born on Earth. A Kingdom dedicated to Heavenly principles and practices, yet which is owned and populated entirely by humans. This Kingdom will fail, and fall, but in so doing will provide the necessary education that we can only be saved by grace through faith, just as Rahab was (Jam 2:25).”

Do you feel like you never had a role model that resonated with you when you were just getting started? Are you looking for continuing education that speaks to the population that you serve?Sharelle Grant and I talked about her entry into the fitness industry and her experiences with midwifery and nursing. We reflect on the moments where she found herself learning more about women's health and how that's highlighted the importance of empowering other women with challenging science-based strength programs and continuing education.We talk about how women's fitness isn't just the 3lb pink dumbbells that have been portrayed in articles online and in print and we discuss the direction we want to see the industry go in the years to come.This is a great episode! You're going to love it! Be sure to tag us on social when you tune in!Don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.About Today's Guest Sharelle Grant is a Registered Nurse, Midwife, Personal Trainer and Online Coach. She's a Women’s Health advocate and World Beauty Fitness & Fashion (WBFF) Professional! Her mission is to educate and empower women to be in control of their own body, mind & soul, and evolve into the healthiest, strongest, most resilient version of themselves.Join the Facebook community!Are you a new fitness entrepreneur looking to attract clients? Maybe you're looking to dial in your messaging? Or perhaps you're experienced and looking to scale your business?Head on over to Facebook, and request access to my Online Marketing for Fitness Professionals group. Post an introduction about yourself, ask some questions, or let us celebrate your wins with you.BSimpsonFitnessLinks & Coaching Opportunities Beverley Simpson's PT Profit Formula & PT Profit Accelerator- PT Profit Formula is a 12-week step-by-step community coaching program utilizing a proven process to help you build an effective, repeatable system that consistently generates leads and customers inside your fitness business so that you can fill your client schedule and sell out your products.- If you're ready to take the next step, then PT Profit Accelerator is the program for you! Accelerator is 12-month coaching mastermind intensive designed for high performing health and wellness professionals who are ready to scale to multiple six figures without working harder. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit beverleysimpson.substack.com

On today's podcast, we're going to talk with Melek Öz about vaginal birth after Cesarean (VBAC), advocacy, and becoming a home birth midwife! Content note: Mention of weight loss and racism. Melek Öz (she/her) is a home birth midwife living with her family in South Austin, Texas. She moved to Austin in 2001 to attend the University of Texas, where she completed both her undergraduate studies and law school before transitioning to birth work. Melek has been active in birth advocacy for more than a decade throughout her childbearing years and now as a home birth midwife. With her first pregnancy, Melek was told by her OB that her pelvis was "too small." She was pressured into an early induction that turned into a preventable Cesarean. Fresh out of surgery, Melek's OB told her, "Now that you've had one Cesarean, all your babies will have to be born by Cesarean." In this podcast episode, Melek goes on to share her subsequent birth stories, in which she had a CBAC (Cesarean Birth after Cesarean) under general anesthesia, as well as a vaginal birth after 2 C-sections (VBA2C). Midwifery care helped her have "a really joyous and an incredible experience, and I'm lucky that I had all 3 experiences that I did, because it helped kind of round out and balance my views on birth." Melek went on to pursue a career as a doula and eventually a home birth midwife! In this episode, we talk about the power of midwifery care, unpacking racism/classism and how it affects midwifery students, and how we can advocate for VBAC access in our communities. She also gives great tips for people who are considering a VBAC or thinking about going into midwifery! Resources: Follow Melek Öz on Instagram (@midwifemelek) and visit her website at http://www.midwifemelek.com/ EBB Podcast #113: The Evidence on VBAC EBB Podcast #209: Providing Unbiased VBAC Access and Support with Jen Kamel of VBAC Facts Visit the VBAC Facts website: https://vbacfacts.com Visit the International Cesarean Awareness Network website https://www.ican-online.org/ EBB Podcast #224: Failure to Progress (info on racist beliefs about pelvic shapes) Tema Mercado teaches workshops on decolonizing apprenticeships at La Matriz Birth (https://www.lamatrizbirth.com/) and @matrizmidwife on Instagram Luz de Atabey (https://www.instagram.com/lampatx/) project in Austin focused on accessible perinatal care and support (QTBIPOC-led) Kmom passed away in 2019, but her blog, "The Well Rounded Mama," is still maintained by her loving family at https://wellroundedmama.blogspot.com/, where you can find many articles about fat phobia and VBAC. EBB Professional Membership (includes scholarship options!) https://evidencebasedbirth.com/membership ' Non-profit fundraising organization Black Home Birth Matters: https://www.blackhomebirthmattersatx.org/