*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 her years of hands-on practice, she brings a wealth of knowledge and insight. Currently, she holds a role on the NARM board, further showcasing her expe...
Jun 26, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 5Ep. 104
*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 shares some poignant stories of past midwives and practices she has come across in her research. Stacy also shares her emotional experience of researchi...
Jun 19, 2024•57 min•Season 5Ep. 103
*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 insights and practical advice. They explore why birth preparation hasn't evolved much over the years and emphasize the need for better education and read...
Jun 12, 2024•48 min•Season 5Ep. 102
*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 insights about the unique benefits of chiropractic care during pregnancy, how it can aid in a smoother delivery, and the importance of gentle chiropractic...
Jun 05, 2024•57 min•Season 5Ep. 101
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 u...
May 02, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 4Ep. 100
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...
Apr 24, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 4Ep. 99
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...
Apr 17, 2024•59 min•Season 4Ep. 98
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 disc...
Apr 10, 2024•57 min•Season 4Ep. 96
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 capab...
Apr 03, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 4Ep. 97
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 environme...
Mar 27, 2024•35 min•Season 4Ep. 95
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 ...
Mar 20, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Season 4Ep. 94
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 commu...
Mar 13, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 4Ep. 93
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 mi...
Mar 06, 2024•40 min•Season 4Ep. 92
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...
Feb 21, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 4Ep. 91
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....
Feb 14, 2024•44 min•Season 4Ep. 90
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 foundat...
Feb 07, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 89
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 so...
Jan 31, 2024•42 min•Season 4Ep. 88
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 resi...
Jan 24, 2024•45 min•Season 4Ep. 87
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 bi...
Jan 17, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 4Ep. 86
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 ...
Jan 10, 2024•53 min•Season 4Ep. 85
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 kno...
Jan 03, 2024•42 min•Season 4Ep. 84
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 an...
Dec 27, 2023•59 min•Season 4Ep. 83
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,...
Dec 20, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Season 4Ep. 82
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 –...
Dec 13, 2023•52 min•Season 4Ep. 81
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 skills and knowledge needed to safely and effectively handle out-of-hospital transports. KathRyn and April share their experiences collaborating with EM...
Dec 07, 2023•56 min•Season 4Ep. 80
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 National Association of Certified Professional Midwives (NACPM) on the organization's goals and outlines the challenges and aspirations for CPMs in the Un...
Nov 29, 2023•31 min•Season 4Ep. 79
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 topics such as burnout in midwifery, how to prevent it, practicing in a team, taking time off, and much more. They share personal experiences and obs...
Nov 15, 2023•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 78
“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 discussion. They're joined by the talented Monet Nicole, the visionary photographer behind Monet Nicole Birthing Stories. In this episode, Monet takes...
Nov 09, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 4Ep. 77
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 colleagues in the medical profession. Together, Augustine and Rebecca delve into the crucial distinction between individualized care and public health ca...
Nov 01, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 4Ep. 76
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 tales reveal their unwavering determination, their ability to forge new paths, their trust in intuition, and above all, their indomitable resilience. Than...
Sep 29, 2023•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 4
