Best Midwifery Wisdom Collective Podcasts (2024)

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Hope for NARM 1:02:41

3h ago1:02:41

1:02:41

*A special thanks to this week's sponsor, Lodwar Bookkeeping!* Welcome back to the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! This week, we are thrilled to welcome a very special guest: Brynne Potter. Brynne is a powerhouse in the world of midwifery. With her extensive experience in developing midwifery-specific programs, serving on various midwifery boards, and he…

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Building the National Midwifery Archive 57:13

7d ago57:13

57:13

*A special thanks to this week's sponsor, Lodwar Bookkeeping!* Welcome back again to the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast. This week we are joined by guest Stacy Vandenput as she shares her studies and experience of archiving and preserving midwifery knowledge and history. Together she and Augustine explore the right history of midwifery, and Stacy even sh…

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Thriving in the Postpartum Period 48:26

14d ago48:26

48:26

*A special thanks to this week's sponsor, Lodwar Bookkeeping!* In this episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast, host Augustine Colebrook is joined by the esteemed Dr. Diane Speier, an expert psychotherapist specializing in postpartum health. Together, they delve into the often overlooked yet critical phase of life after birth, offering valuable ins…

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Bodywork for Pregnancy and Infants 56:53

21d ago56:53

56:53

*A special thanks to this week's sponsor, Lodwar Bookkeeping!* Welcome to season 5 of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! We are kicking it off this week with an incredible conversation with guest host Angie Love and Dr. Jennifer Carter, a Florida Chiropractor specializing in prenatal and infant care. Join us as Dr. Carter shares her experiences and insi…

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The 100th Episode 1:03:38

2M ago1:03:38

1:03:38

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 th…

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Autism & Midwifery 1:10:13

2M ago1:10:13

1:10:13

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…

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Tech for Midwives 58:52

2M ago58:52

58:52

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 …

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Your "Third Hand" for Precise Suturing 56:42

3M ago56:42

56:42

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 t…

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BadAssMotherBirther Live 1:09:01

3M ago1:09:01

1:09:01

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…

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NO2 Scavenging 35:27

3M ago35:27

35:27

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 concer…

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Born in Zion? 1:13:48

3M ago1:13:48

1:13:48

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 yea…

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NRP Updates for Community Based Midwives 1:03:53

4M ago1:03:53

1:03:53

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 trans…

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Midwives Reflect on the Closure of MANA 40:04

4M ago40:04

40:04

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 …

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Postpartum Mental Health Plan 1:18:01

4M ago1:18:01

1:18:01

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…

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A Conversation with Shafia Monroe 44:15

4M ago44:15

44:15

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 experi…

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The Home Visiting Neonatologist 1:02:18

5M ago1:02:18

1:02:18

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 Augusti…

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Diastasis Rehab for Pregnancy and Postpartum 41:49

5M ago41:49

41:49

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 dias…

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A CNM Escapes the Hospital 44:55

5M ago44:55

44:55

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-…

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Word Medicine with Gail Tully 1:03:53

5M ago1:03:53

1:03:53

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 …

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A Conversation with Elizabeth Davis 53:12

6M ago53:12

53:12

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 t…

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Bloodwork in Pregnancy 42:29

6M ago42:29

42:29

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, …

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A Homebirth OBGYN 58:31

6M ago58:31

58:31

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 Augus…

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Shoulder Dystocia Case Review 1:09:25

6M ago1:09:25

1:09:25

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 Augus…

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ADHD, Sleep Apnea, Connective Tissue and Oral Function - How it’s all Connected 52:10

7M ago52:10

52:10

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 expl…

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Midwives Training EMS 55:47

7M ago55:47

55:47

Welcome back to the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast! This week host 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 sk…

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Hope for the Future of Prenatal Education 30:36

7M ago30:36

30:36

Welcome back to the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast. In this episode, guest host 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 Nati…

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Sustainability in Various Midwifery Practice Models 59:46

7M ago59:46

59:46

Welcome to another episode of The Midwifery Wisdom podcast. In today's episode, guest host 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…

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The Power and Beauty of Birth Photography 1:01:00

8M ago1:01:00

1:01:00

“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 host Augustine, is joined by guest hosts Leila, and Zul, gathered at the Midwifery Wisdom Experience in Denver, Colorado to bring you an exciting …

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A Radically Different Take on Women’s Healthcare 1:05:41

8M ago1:05:41

1:05:41

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 col…

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Midwives and the Elements: Fire 1:00:01

9M ago1:00:01

1:00:01

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 tale…

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Midwives and the Elements: Earth 53:23

9M ago53:23

53:23

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 ami…

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Midwives and the Elements: Air 53:37

10M ago53:37

53:37

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 unfor…

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Midwives and the Elements: Water 59:20

10M ago59:20

59:20

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 …

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POTS and Pregnancy 1:03:33

10M ago1:03:33

1:03:33

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 discou…

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A Sit Down With the Resus-A-Cradle Inventor 32:30

10M ago32:30

32:30

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 midwifer…

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Three Licensed Midwives Discuss Freebirth 1:12:03

11M ago1:12:03

1:12:03

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 encompa…

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The Newest Breast Pump that Doesn't Suck 41:39

11M ago41:39

41:39

Join us this week on the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast for a conversation that promises to revolutionize breastfeeding as we know it. 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 s…

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The Problem with For-Profit Healthcare in the US 1:02:26

11M ago1:02:26

1:02:26

This week on the Midwifery Wisdom podcast join host 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 bo…

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The Most Underestimated Referral for Your Clients 49:35

11M ago49:35

49:35

Join us on the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast this week for an eye-opening conversation between host 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 …

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Ultrasound Basics for Midwives 47:37

11M ago47:37

47:37

Join host 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…

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Self-Reflection and Insights from a Birth Worker 1:03:46

12M ago1:03:46

1:03:46

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 host Augustine Colebrook talks with Jamie Mossay, a remarkable birth worker, bodyworker, and spinning babies advanced practiti…

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Conception, IUI, and Surrogacy 52:15

12M ago52:15

52:15

In this special throwback episode, host 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…

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50% C-Section Rate 1:17:23

12M ago1:17:23

1:17:23

Prepare to embark on a captivating journey as host 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…

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The Experience of Being a Queer Midwife 1:06:47

1y ago1:06:47

1:06:47

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…

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Midwives, Rural America Needs You! 49:48

1y ago49:48

49:48

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 host Augustine Colebrook talks with Jacqueline George, a remarkable doula based in Wyoming, USA. Jacqueline shares some shocking statistics that shed light on the cha…

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Teenage Midwives 1:00:27

1y ago1:00:27

1:00:27

Join host Augustine Colebrook and guest host 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 enc…

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Pathway to Functional Medicine Midwifery 39:44

1y ago39:44

39:44

Join us this week on the Midwifery Wisdom podcast as we dive into an inspiring conversation with our guest host 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 set…

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Birth Uprising 52:55

1y ago52:55

52:55

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, shini…

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We Have to Collaborate 57:28

1y ago57:28

57:28

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 midwi…

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We Save Lives 1:58:53

1y ago1:58:53

1:58:53

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.…

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