Midwifery Wisdom Podcast

Celebrate a milestone with us as we reach our 100th episode! Join us for a special retrospective where we delve into the treasure trove of memorable guests and enlightening discussions spanning four seasons. Augustine invites you to share in some of her favorite moments. From heartfelt anecdotes to profound insights, we'll revisit the highlights that have left an indelible mark on our hearts and minds. You'll also get a sneak peek into some of the exciting offerings Midwifery Wisdom has coming up.So, settle into your favorite cozy spot, perhaps with a refreshing drink and a snack in hand, as we embark on this power-packed journey of reflection. This episode is a celebration of not just our achievements but also the unwavering support of our loyal listeners like you.And remember, if any moment resonates with you during our retrospective, be sure to explore the full episodes, listed below for your convenience. Let's toast to a hundred episodes of learning, growth, and community-building – and to countless more adventures yet to come!*Note this is the final episode in our fourth season. We will take a short break and return in June!Show Resources-Podcast Guest Application-Midwifery Wisdom Experience-Midwifery Wisdom Retreat-Skillz&Drillz Locations-Midwifery Wisdom ConsultationsGUESTSHermine Hayes Klein Episode 22JayVon Muhammad Episode 2Sonal Patel Episode 89Krysta Dancy Episode 27Shafia Monroe Episode 90Tanya Wills Episode 26Rebecca Cohen Episode 76Ginger Breedlove Episode 50Nikki McIver Brown Episode 57Kristine Lauria Episode 21Aubre Tompkins Episode 72Nicole Morales Episode 33Sarah Thompson Episode 35Gail Tully Episode 86Elizabeth Davis Episode 85

Welcome back to the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! This week, your host Augustine is joined by student midwife, Cam Light. Cam generously shares her personal journey into midwifery, reflecting on the profound impact of a late-in-life autism diagnosis.In their conversation, Augustine and Cam delve into the nuances of autism and neurodiversity, exploring how these factors impact midwifery practice. They offer invaluable insights into the unique challenges faced by neurodiverse and autistic individuals in the field, while also providing practical tips for midwives to support and collaborate effectively with their autistic or neurodiverse colleagues.Tune in as Augustine and Cam equip listeners with resources and strategies to foster inclusivity and understanding within midwifery, making it more accessible and supportive for all practitioners.Show Resources-RAADS-R test-IG: @Wyldmoon.co-TikTok: Wyldmoon.co

Join host Augustine Colebrook on the latest episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast as she sits down with two "techy" midwives, Charlette Bright and Elke Millicent, who are at the forefront of integrating technology into their practices.In this insightful conversation, they explore the impact of technological advancements on midwifery, discussing both the advantages and challenges they bring. Charlette and Elke candidly share their firsthand experiences of how technology has enhanced their work, while also envisioning future developments that could further revolutionize the field.Tune in as they offer practical advice on how fellow midwives can harness these tools to elevate their practice. Plus, Augustine delivers a compelling call to action, urging midwives everywhere to embrace technology and propel midwifery into the mainstream.Show Resources-Midwifery Wisdom Experience Founder's Address-IG: @midwife_charlieb-IG: @midwife.elke-TikTok: ChuckCharles78-TikTok: midwife.elke

Welcome to another episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! This week, Augustine is joined by the innovative Scandinavian Midwife and Inventor, Malene Hegenberger.Malene introduces us to her groundbreaking creation, the Hegenberger Retractor, a revolutionary tool designed as a "third hand" for midwives during suturing procedures. She delves into the inspiration behind its inception, her creative process, and provides insights into its usage and potential future developments.In addition to discussing the intricacies of her invention, Augustine and Malene explore the importance of balance and well-being amidst the demands of a busy lifestyle. They also emphasize the significance of suturing as a vital skill in midwifery, highlighting how proper care during this process empowers birthing women.Tune in for a captivating conversation that merges innovation, empowerment, and the essence of compassionate care in the realm of childbirth.Show Resources-Midwifery Wisdom Suture Assist Bar-IG: @MaleneHegenberger-Hegenberger Retractor

Welcome back to another episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! This week Augustine has the incredible opportunity to sit down live, face to face, with THE Flor Cruz, the genius behind BadAssMotherBirther. Together these two powerhouse women cover a massive variety of topics, including normalizing variations of birth, how Flor's experience posting birth imagery has changed the landscape of what we see on social media, setting boundaries, consent, supporting people to realize what they are capable of, the system failing birthers, continuity of care, and so much more.Tune in as they offer listeners an insightful journey into the realm of birth work, childbirth, midwifery wisdom and more.Show Resources-Flor’s Website-IG @BadAssMotherBirther-Boundaries for Birthworkers-Defensive Charting

Welcome back to the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! This week, we delve into the realm of science with a fascinating episode. Augustine sits down with Jonas Lundh, the CEO of Medclair, to explore the innovative work being done in sustainable solutions for Nitrous Oxide usage.Medclair is at the forefront of addressing the safety and sustainability concerns surrounding Nitrous Oxide. In this episode, Jonas enlightens us on the profound impact Nitrous Oxide can have on both personal health and environmental well-being.Tune in as Jonas discusses the inherent risks associated with Nitrous Oxide, the importance of prioritizing workplace safety when utilizing this tool, the global significance of this issue, and essential considerations for midwives practicing independently or in group settings. Join us for an enlightening conversation that bridges science and midwifery practice.Show Resources-Medclair's website

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics including fetal and maternal demise.Welcome back to the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast. Join Augustine Colebrook as she engages in a captivating conversation with Roxanne Anderson, a distinguished midwife from Texas. Roxanne brings forth a rich tapestry of personal anecdotes from her formative years in midwifery, offering a unique perspective shaped by her experiences.Delve into Roxanne's journey as a Christian midwife amidst the landscape of the Born in Zion movement, where she navigated the intricacies of faith and childbirth. Together Augustine and Roxanne unravel the complexities surrounding fear, faith, societal influences, and the interplay of religion in the birthing process.Tune in for an enlightening exploration of profound themes that resonate deeply within the realm of midwifery and beyond.Show Resources-Roxanne's Website-IG: A_Midwife_Life-FB: Midwife Roxanne

Welcome to another episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! This week promises to be truly enlightening as our host, Augustine Colebrook, sits down with NRP Instructor, Julie Moon. Grab your notebook and pen because you're in for a real treat.Julie is here to share a wealth of knowledge about NRP. She delves into the exciting developments in translating NRP training to community-based birth settings, the evolution of NRP practices over the years, essential tools accessible to providers in community-based birth, and her optimistic vision for the future of resuscitation.Prepare yourself for an extraordinary journey as we explore one of the most vital skills for community-based birth providers. Don't miss out on this invaluable mini-course—it's sure to leave a lasting impact!Show Resources-Julie's Website-FB: Midwives Untethered

Welcome back to the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! This week host 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 guest host 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 host 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 host 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 host 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 host 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! Host 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 host, 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 host 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, host 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 host 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 mobilityShow Resources-IG: @spiralpathmidwifery-Facebook: Spiral Path Midwifery