Today I have a conversation with my friend Pushkar. We have a light conversation about the importance of celebration, rituals, community, forgiveness, etc. You can find Pushkar @empower2catalyze on IG

In this episode, I have a discussion with Katt Brooks who is a holistic grief coach. Katt was able to shift my thoughts and show me my shadow in this short discussion. She has a unique perspective that I have not heard of before. "Vengeance is a lazy form of grief" is a quote I've heard. And in this world where we keep asking ourselves: where is the love? it all comes back to dealing with our own sorrow. This episode is for the one grieving (no matter what the grievance is) and for the one holding space for a loved one. From our hearts to yours. Where to find Katt: katt.holisticgrief on instagram facebook: Katt Brooks: Holistic Grief Coach Books I quoted: The Song: The Transformational Power of Grief by Lee Nugan The Places that Scare You by Pema Chodron

Sophia interviews me about human design and how burnout can show up and feel differently to us. This is a bit of a follow up to the last episode we recorded together. This is another fun conversation with Sophia. Enjoy! If you rate my podcast with 5 stars and write me a review you can get a free 1 hour HD reading from me. You have until the end of September to do so. Sophia's podcast, the unshakeable soul: ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unshakablesoul⁠ instagram: ⁠sophiawoodmassicotte93⁠ Sophia's offerings: https://bio.site/theartofbeingwell

Here is an episode where I get interviewed by Sophia Woods Massicotte about human design. It's a system that shows us how different we all are, from how we exchange energy differently, how our intuition feels differently to each one of us, how are brains operate optimally in different environments, etc etc. These are snippets of what would be in a human design reading. This is a fun conversation with Sophia about something I love learning about. Enjoy! If you rate my podcast with 5 stars and write me a review you can get a free 1 hour HD reading from me. You have until the end of September to do so. Sophia's podcast, the unshakeable soul: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unshakablesoul instagram: sophiawoodmassicotte93 Sophia's offerings: https://bio.site/theartofbeingwell

If you rate my podcast with a 5 star rating, write a review and send me a screen shot you get a chance to win a 1 hour human design reading. The email for the podcast is: [email protected]

Without looking at statistics, we know that suicidality, attempts and suicide have increased over the last few years, even for children.  Brianne, Will and I have a discussion on suicidality to break the walls of shame and isolation so many endure unnecessarily. The first part of the discussion is on resourcing yourself when feeling suicidal and the second part is on holding space for someone that is showing up feeling suicidal. This is a non expert, non perfect episode from our hearts to yours. 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline Languages: English and French Phone Hours: 24/7 Text Hours: 24/7 Kids Help Phone can also support you. Call: 1-800-668-6868 (24/7)Text: CONNECT to 686868Live Chat: 7pm to midnight (ET) Ottawa: https://www.centretownchc.org/anchor Tools from Brianne and Lyanne's resource kits (not sponsored): - Herbal remedy: https://xalishmedicines.shop/products/calm-glycerine-tincture-with-lavender-fresh-milky-oats-skullcap-catnip - Flower essences: https://alexissmart.com/collections/all/products/first-aid-kit - https://tobemagnetic.com/ Freeze and Fawn Deep imaging for hard moments. And the entire program for life. - Yoga Nidra by Ally Boothroyd (free and lots to choose from): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZHdlHnUqLA To connect with Will: Website: https://flow.page/willderoode insta: @will.derrode and neural.awareness. Method Episode with Will: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/1ILBAVTdpMb To connect with Brianne: Instagram: @brianneraddatz Episodes with Brianne: - Beauty in suffering https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/yEKMtc2dpMb - Humanity's Shadows: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/1af9De5dpMb Book on grieving: The Song: the transformational power of grief by Lee Nugan

Here is a mini episode on additional thoughts on manifesting your birth or other care you are trying to get from the conventional health care system. I discuss: - How your thoughts manifest your desired outcome (decision making) - Birth preferences - What to expect from conventional health care and/or midwifery - Contest: offering a free 1 hour human design reading for a listener Episodes I make reference to: About vitamin K injection with Sara: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/jlpJvQ2zTLb Intuitively prepping for your birth: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/BBPe7zTuXLb Spiritually bypassing (shadow): https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/1IsU6jXuXLb The cover art for this episode is a piece by Amanda Gravette of my hands while palpating a uterus and fetus painted in 2011.

This is a love and kindness meditation that I was inspired to record after the last episode.

The conversations Bri and I have had over the last few months have inspired both of us and I wanted to recap some parts of these conversations on the podcast. Bri is in a previous episode: The beauty of suffering. She is a veteran. https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/hh3M9EP0nLb I am a self-exiled midwife who won't shut up about why I left my passion, my devotion. This entire podcast is dedicated to that truth. The themes of this episode are: - Definition of what we mean by shadow - The outside world as a reflection of our internal world - a bit of nerdy human design - awareness is 90% of our healing - spiritual bypassing - having impact - democratic integrity - energetic integrity - hierarchy/pedestaling Have a great listen! The episode on democracy: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/usIVJm3TrLb

This is an episode recorded for the Unshable Soul podcast by Sophia Wood Massicotte. Sophia has kindly shared the recording to be posted here too. We discuss all things birth including using your intuitions, mantras, how the labour support person can show up, choice, why I became a midwife, etc. Enjoy your listen! To check out Sophia's podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unshakablesoul

In this episode I summarize a few studies and the practice of delayed cord clamping. Some resources: - The birth pause: https://www.namamama.uk/blog/birthpause - The effects of delayed cord clamping on 4- month ferritin levels, brain myelin content and neurodev: RCT. Mercer, J et al. 2018 - Delayed cord clamping in newborns born at term at risk for resuscitation: a feasibility randomized clinical trial. Anup, K et al. 2017 - Is it time to rethink cord management when resusciation is needed? Judith Mercer and Debra Erikson-Owens. J Midwifery Womens Health. 2014 - Hutton and Hassan. Late vs Early Clamping of the Umbilical Cord in Full-term Neonates. AMA. 2007 - Fogarty et al. Delayed Versus Early Umbilical Cord Clamping for Preterm Infants: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. AJOG. 2017

Sara was my client with her first baby. This episode is to expand you in how to advocate for yourself and how Sara did with me when I was her midwife. Vitamin K for the newborn is used as an example of how to do so. As always there is no midwifery advice provided. You are always the authority of your own wellbeing. Sara's previous episode: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/efW38vIAHKb Neural awareness and how to advocate for yourself: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/xijAVpIAHKb How to advocate for yourself episode 1: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/BzTqdkPAHKb A few resources on vitamin K: ⁠https://read.qxmd.com/read/18677590/the-neonatal-coagulation-system-and-the-vitamin-k-deficiency-bleeding-a-mini-review?redirected=slug⁠ ⁠https://pdf.hres.ca/dpd_pm/00074609.PDF⁠ ⁠https://www.cochranelibrary.com/cdsr/doi/10.1002/14651858.CD002776/full⁠ ⁠https://www.cochrane.org/CD002776/NEONATAL_prophylactic-vitamin-k-for-vitamin-k-deficiency-bleeding-in-neonates⁠ ⁠https://www.psbchealthhub.ca/clinical-guidance/466⁠  ⁠https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1883000/pdf/bmj00086-0023.pdf⁠ ⁠https://cps.ca/documents/position/vitamin-k-prophylaxis-in-newborns#ref7⁠  The neonatal coagulation system and the vitamin K deficiency bleeding - a mini review. Pichler and Pichler. 2007 GBS: ⁠https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-018-24811-3⁠ Correction from my recording, this study was not done with babies but in a lab. Therefore the findings are theoretical. HIE and bilirubin: ⁠https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6549084/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR32WcOHRsY4VZZ2kH9pZFYqDqJtWFBsPA3okabCn-zOr5Wk5yxUfk6oLj4_aem_z_HQg9-l6fvBjWmls7yKww⁠  For nutritional information on vitamin K you can look up Chris Kresser and Chris Masterjohn PhD.

Will is the founder of Neural Awareness Method and an expert in helping clients rewire the nervous system. In today's episode he talks about how to create resilience when having to advocate for yourself in times that may feel difficult. We also discuss the impact of isolation on the nervous system, creating awareness for how we show up in times of financial stress, etc. The episode is insightful and provides lots of practical tips to help us build resiliency. To connect with Will: Website: https://flow.page/willderoode insta: @will.derrode and neural.awareness. method How to advocate for yourself or a loved on when seeking health care: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/P2GS0mQECKb

I discuss in this episode: - Why this topic is so important to me - History of VBB - External cephalic versions - Criteria of inclusion and exclusion and quality of evidence for each criteria - Evidence for what we quote for fetal and neonatal mortality risk - Clients' experiences of navigating the system - Midwives being the keepers of normal - Some corrections/additions for what I have said DISCLAIMER: There is never any midwifery care provided by podcast. Here is some of the literature to review and discussed in the episode. - SOGC guidelines: Management of Breech Presentation at Term - The Term Breech Trial. Hannah et al. 2000 - PREMODA Study. Goffinet et al. 2006 On Macrosomia: - Maternal and neonatal outcome after VBD at term of children weighing more or less than 3.8kg. Jennewein et al. 2018 - Risk factors associated with adverse perinatal outcomes in planned vaginal breech labours at term: a retrospective population based case control study. 2017 Video of VBB: -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2KWSAFYgdoQ - Experiences of clients wanting VBB. Homer et al. 2015 - Does breech delivery in an upright position instead of on the back improve outcomes and avoid cesareans? Louwen et al. 2016 Neonatal mortality rates ⁠https://obgyn.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/j.1600-0412.2011.01143.x⁠ (full article)  Exclusion criteria were birth before 37+0 completed gestational weeks, multiple pregnancy, perinatal death due to major congenital defects (congenital heart, nervous system and multiple malformations, lethal syndromes) and birthweight <1 000g (in cases where information on gestational age was missing). This means that the selection also included small babies of more than 1000g and unknown GA. ⁠https://obgyn.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/aogs.12449⁠ Not the same exclusion/inclusion criteria we use The cover art is by Eloise Roy

Haasti Rafijamal and I have a discussion about the experience of living in a democracy and authoritative country (dictationships). What is it that is maintaining and deteriorating our democracy? References: Bill C 11 https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/c11-online-streaming-1.6824314 Bill C- 18 https://blog.google/intl/en-ca/company-news/outreach-initiatives/an-update-on-canadas-bill-c-18-and-our-search-and-news-products/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/talking-about-health/202401/supporting-free-speech-in-a-divided-moment  Brandi Morin: https://www.cbc.ca/books/journalist-and-writer-brandi-morin-wins-2024-freedom-to-read-award-1.7122531  EIU: https://www.eiu.com/n/democracy-index-conflict-and-polarisation-drive-a-new-low-for-global-democracy/ Political Compass: https://www.politicalcompass.org/canada2021 

In today's episode I have a conversation with my friend Braedyn. Braedyn does many things some of which are leading a group of men, building community, etc. Our conversation touches on the themes of: - Being your own authority - Where are the healing men at? - Bringing men together - Censorship and democracy -Taking responsibility of our reality - Community - Carbon emissions or consumerism - The contemplation of death Braedyn's contact info: @braedyn.stockfish website: https://www.thegroundedman.com/ Enjoy! Much Love

Trigger warning: ⚠️ We mention data and facts on suicide and sexual and physical assault. No personal accounts described. My guest is Brianne Raddatz. She is a reoccurring guest. You can find out more about her in her episode: the beauty in suffering. Some References: The End of &ender by Dr Debra S0h Psychiatrist Alyson Clayton: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9886596/#CR27 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8888500/ About the NHS (England) https://www.cnn.com/2024/03/13/uk/england-nhs-puberty-blockers-trans-children-intl-gbr/index.html Risk of cancer and consent: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/doctors-admit-between-transgender-hormone-070000223.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAMNAkMbp2YuOc5T9yCtXGkG5-dSIg395XqBVN-Oy9VvGqbqEdT0vdy-nD-64LUgez3w3x5MiW2LNOcrNMS8mGbwj-tBh90IQKWNu0mXeBsP-y8jPAI2GKml6ZGM1eS7Wat9Y9dBTO7e8NESGOJNRSnY4wu-9UZ5b90Fh8MM9SVkp  https://www.bbc.com/news/health-51676020 About Lupr0n and puberty: https://www.statnews.com/2017/02/02/lupron-puberty-children-health-problems/ When parents are the last to know (schools): https://nationalpost.com/feature/parents-transgender-kids-at-school#:~:text=%E2%80%9CMy%20husband%20and%20I%20looked,at%20school%20without%20us%20knowing.%E2%80%9D

A lot of people have been mentioning free birth to me, so I thought it would be a good time to make an episode on free birth.

Karolyne and I have a chat about body image. Most of us, if not all of us, struggle with body image. Karo speaks to us about her struggles with body image that started from a very young age and how she found confidence and reclamation of her body through pole dance and burlesque. She is the owner of EmbodiPole in Ottawa. She coaches her students to build a deeper conection with their bodies and rediscover their inner authentic erotic. Website: https://embodipole.com/ instagram: kerosenepole and embodipole

Brianne and I have a talk about her process of going through the ups and downs of life and how that created her capacity to hold herself and others with compassion. Instagram: brianneraddatz Trigger warning: we speak of suicidal ideology, we mention suicide attempt (no details) and we mention rape (no details). Suicide hotline for those needing support: https://www.camh.ca/en/camh-news-and-stories/canada-988-suicide-crisis-helpline-launches-today

Due to not being able to figure technology, here is the ending of episode 14. Example of ice cream recipe: https://www.paleorunningmomma.com/double-chocolate-chip-cherry-ice-cream-paleo-vegan/#wprm-recipe-container-26255

Ep. 14 - Environmental Toxins In this episode, I discuss with Dasha the impacts of toxins on our health and bodies and what we can do about it.  References and resources Bruce Lanphear:  https://littlethingsmatter.ca/little-facts/  Impact of toxins on the developing brain: https://www.annualreviews.org/doi/full/10.1146/annurev-publhealth-031912-114413 Leaving pesticide committee: https://www.nationalobserver.com/2023/08/02/news/former-co-chair-quit-feds-scientific-pesticide-committee-frustration Chris Kresser: Is eating fish safe? https://chriskresser.com/is-eating-fish-safe-a-lot-safer-than-not-eating-fish/ Cookware material: https://chriskresser.com/the-best-and-worst-cookware-materials/ Environmental toxins: https://chriskresser.com/environmental-toxins-steps-for-decreasing-exposure-and-increasing-detoxification/  Heavy Metals and behavioural disorders in children: https://chriskresser.com/heavy-metals-and-behavioral-disorders-in-children/  Other resources: Effects of Fluoride on children: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/10408444.2023.2295338  Ease of placental transfer and fetal trapping: -   https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article-abstract/106/4/774/65888/The-Tagum-Study-I-Analysis-and-Clinical-Correlates Citric Acid as an additive: ​​https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6097542/

In this episode, I explain to Dasha why and how health research findings are often false. This episode was recorded for the lay person's understanding. There is no midwifery advice by podcast. Understanding research misconduct can be a vital step towards taking control of your health. Having health care providers and those seeking care understand research misconduct will bring change to public heath. People who are speaking of these issues are: - Marcia Angell Former Editor in chief NEJM - Richard Horton Editor of the Lancet - Peter Wilmshurst, cardiologist, researcher and investigator of research misconduct https://committees.parliament.uk/writtenevidence/106767/pdf/ - Aseem Malhotra, cardiologist https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDXOArxFAGQ  Resources and references: How to read and understand research: https://chriskresser.com/how-to-read-and-understand-scientific-research/ Why most research findings are false? https://journals.plos.org/plosmedicine/article?id=10.1371/journal.pmed.0020124 Helping physicians and patients understand statistics https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1111/j.1539-6053.2008.00033.x?url_ver=Z39.88-2003&rfr_id=ori:rid:crossref.org&rfr_dat=cr_pub%20%200pubmed#bibr103-j-1539-6053-2008-00033-x Misleading communication of risks https://library.mpib-berlin.mpg.de/ft/gg/GG_Misleading_2010.pdf Mismatched framing in medical journals Sedrakyan A, Shih C. Improving depiction of benefits and harms: analyses of studies of well-known therapeutics and review of highimpact medical journals. Med Care 2007;45:523-8. Crime pays: pharmaceuticals https://www.bmj.com/content/345/bmj.e8462.full Whistle blower law https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=riVZy8Tfal8 and Are Whistle blowing Laws Working? A global study of whistleblower protection litigation 2021 https://www.researchgate.net/publication/292006571_Improving_depiction_of_benefits_and_harms_-_Analyses_of_studies_of_well-known_therapeutics_and_review_of_high-impact_medical_journals Cardiology researcher: https://www.forbes.com/sites/larryhusten/2011/11/17/prominent-dutch-cardiovascular-researcher-fired-for-scientific-misconduct/?sh=6c6b4a2f5996  Studies I make reference to: https://www.jsad.com/doi/10.15288/jsad.2016.77.185 Canola oil study funded by profiters: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23731447/ Study on polyunsaturated fatty acids funded by taxes https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0006295208007776?via%3Dihub Induction of labour - ARRIVE trial (funded by pharmaceutical industry) - Hannah Dalhen, midwifery researcher: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IUEOy76j3xM - AIHW. Australian mothers and babies 2018. perinatal statistics series, 2020. (national data)

Sara was a client of mine who expanded me at her birth. In this episode Sara tells us how she prepared for pregnancy, birth and motherhood. She gives alot of great tips. As always there is no midwifery advice provided. You are always the authority of your own wellbeing. Resources recommended by Sara: The Better Baby Book by Lana Asprey and Dave Asprey Hypnobirthing by Mongan Ina May's Guide to Childbirth The biology of breastmilk by Ronda Patrick: https://www.foundmyfitness.com/episodes/breast-milk You can find Sara on instagram at: sjrrambo Imago dialogue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8133Tf1CAHQ Studies on out of hospital birth: - Outcomes associated with planned home and planned hospital births in low risk women attended by midwives in Ontario Canada 2003-2006: a retrospective cohort study by Hutton et al. Birth 2009 - Perinatal mortality and morbidity in a nationwide cohort of 529 688 low risk planned home and hospital births by Jonge et al. BJOG 2009 - Maternal and perinatal outcomes by planned place of birth among women with low risk pregnancies in high income countries: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Scarf et al. Midwifery 2018

Trigger warning: We discuss violence against women and children including murder and suic!de. Emilie is a family counsellor with a background in social work. She works primarily with women. She discusses her professional and personal experience of the impact of measures put in place during the pandemic on people's lives and wellbeing. We also both discuss our experience at the Freedom Convoy. About femicide in Canada: https://femicideincanada.ca/ SOS helpline, if you or someone you know needs help: https://sosviolenceconjugale.ca/en For education and support: https://sheltersafe.ca/ Article about the study that was referenced: https://montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/quebec-study-links-rise-in-domestic-violence-to-covid-19-lockdowns/wcm/0370480d-8c43-4808-a238-c50fd6093761/amp/

Dallas is a father of four. He is a country singer. He is an incredible expander when it comes to living from the core, from his inner authority. We speak about showing up at your partner's birth, autonomy, community, a bit about how he grew up and scarcity mindset. When you chose to advocate for yourself or stand up for yourself, you'll never magnitude of the ripple effects, who else you lifted up with you. 💞 His website: https://www.dallasalexander.ca/ His music: https://www.youtube.com/@dallasalexandermusic His music is also on apple and spotify. About the podcast episode that went viral on the Shawn Ryan Show: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11760125/Canadian-military-demands-podcaster-delete-interview-world-record-sniper.html

Can we see what we do with our anger as a dance of love's emergence? Anger is a shadow for many. Integration can lead us to our true power.

In this episode, Dasha interviews me about the current drug safety process by regulators.   Resources and references:  About Diclectin, a drug used to treat nausea and vomiting in pregnancy: https://www.thestar.com/news/canada/toronto-doctor-asks-health-canada-about-pregnancy-drug-gets-212-pages-of-censored-information/article_bad60601-dfaf-5196-bbb8-11f2baff7170.html Health Canada wants more funds from pharm 2017: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5478417/#:~:text=Health%20Canada%20recovers%20about%20%2499,the%20costs%20of%20regulating%20drugs. An eye opening interview of Michele Brill-Edwards, pediatrician and whistleblower at Health Canada https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMQztCbL9Og Compassionate Frome Project: https://relationshipsproject.org/project/frome/  Audit of Health Canada 2013-2016: https://www.nationalobserver.com/2017/05/16/news/less-20-cent-health-canada-staff-received-mandatory-ethics-training The economic consequences of millennial health 2019: https://www.bcbs.com/the-health-of-america/reports/how-millennials-current-and-future-health-could-affect-our-economy  The Community Cure by James Maskell

In this mini episode I review a study and discuss the importance of hydration. There is no midwifery advice provided by podcast. You are the authority of your body. You can have a chat more specific for your care with your baby catcher. Recipe discussed (there are many other variations online) I suggest that you multiply this recipe: - 4 cups of water - 1/2 cup of fresh lemon or lime juice (solids are sometimes contraindicated) -1/4 teaspoon real salt - 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (sugar is sometimes contraindicated) - 1 tbsp of liquid or powder magnesium Pack 2 reusable straws Happy labour prepping! Study: Intravenous fluid rate for reduction of cesarean delivery rate in nulliparous women: a systematic review and meta-analysis. By: Ehsanipoor et al. 2017

In this episode I discuss a few misconceptions about the pelvic floor regarding kegels and muscle tone. I give a few tips to prepare you for birth and how to help healing after birth. Not mentionned in the episode: you can use tune up balls on your perineum and beside your sits bone to soften those muscles. Preparing ice pads with plain witch hazel can be soothing after birth. Do not freeze pads one on top of each other. Incontinence can be caused by hypertonia. A pelvic floor therapist can help assess and treat that. Bath herbs for infusion: garlic cloves from a whole garlic bulb, a small handful of each: uva ursi, comfrey and calendula. simmer in 2L of water for 2h. strain, divide in 2 for 2 baths. The sooner you take your bath after birth the better. Add natural salts (plain sea salt and/or plain magnesium sulfate salts). A study looking at the results of birthing in a squat vs on your back: there is a reduction of tearing, episotomy and forcep birth in the squatting group. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17319414/ There are many positions you can deliver in beyond on your back and squatting. No midwifery advice is provided by podcast. You are the authority of your body.

These are my thoughts on processing an early pregnancy loss.  “Shame dies when stories are told in safe places.” - Ann Voskamp Does it help anyone to process alone?  Disclaimer: No midwifery advice is provided on a podcast. You are always the authority of your body. 

Today I interview Sylvie Beaudry who is a midwife and has training and experience in mediation. Together we give examples of how you can advocate for yourself or a loved one. We also give tips on how to give feedback to health care practitioners. The purpose of this episode is to give you practical tools so that you feel  more confident when seeking care.  Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide any midwifery advice. You are always the authority of your body.  Mentions: Anne Frye is a midwife in the United States. The Good Things in Life by Genia Stephen R.M. episode: What is medical safeguarding? This podcast speaks about advocating for a loved one with a disability which includes advocating for the difficult person. 

In this episode we dive into 2 examples that have led to my moral injury. The system, the safety net that we rely on as health care providers is inadequate and does not enable us to provide the best care. Profit based culture and pharmaceutical based health care are outdated and harmful. Disclaimer: - This podcast does not provide any midwifery advice. - Some words used are not the most precise. But general message is easily understandable.