In this episode, Brit and Sarah address the urgent topic of Gloria LeMay, a traditional birth attendant who was recently arrested and charged with manslaughter. They discuss the implications of her arrest on the free birth and sovereign birth communities.
 
The conversation delves into the complexities of birth outside the medical system, the different roles of birth attendants, and the personal responsibilities and choices involved in physiological births. Sarah shares her decision to focus on advocacy and coaching rather than attending births in this season. They also emphasize the importance of aligning with the right birth attendant and the need for clear communication and understanding of roles in birth settings.
 
00:00 Introduction and Episode Update
00:30 Overview of Gloria LeMay's Situation
01:52 Challenges in Birth Keeping
06:31 Personal Reflections on Birth Attendance
15:53 Different Types of Birth Attendants
25:26 Upcoming Meeting Announcement
25:44 Personal Journey to Free Birth
27:16 Risks and Realities of Different Birth Choices
32:27 Legal and Social Challenges of Free Birth
36:38 Empowerment and Making Informed Choices
41:20 Trusting Your Intuition in Birth Decisions
46:50 Concluding Thoughts and Resources
 

CONNECT WITH SARAH.

Website: mysacredbirthrite.com
Instagram: @sarahhawley__
Resources: https://www.mysacredbirthrite.com/resources
Work Together: Wild & Free Coaching Container
Birth Trauma Integration Session: Book Session


 
CONNECT WITH BRITTANY.

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Ebook: Questions to ask your Birth Attendant
Birth Story Debrief: Book
Breastfeeding Debrief: Book
Work Together: Prenatal Connection Sessions
Work Together: Homebirth Doula Support
Work Together: Sacred Postpartum Support
Work Together: Birth / Golden Hour Photography

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DISCLAIMER.
The content of this podcast is for informational and inspirational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice. Listeners are encouraged to take full responsibility for their own bodies and decisions and to consult with qualified professionals as needed.



 

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