Birthing Instincts28 Aug 2024

#376 Two Birth Nerds go to a Conference

Blyss and Stu are back from the Born Free Breech and Twins conference in Kentucky and excited to share about everything they learned.

They delve into the critical and often overlooked topics discussed at the conference, like the urgent need for proper breech birth training for obstetricians and the myths surrounding twin births. Through powerful documentaries like "Aftershock," Dr. Stu and Blyss shed light on systemic racism in maternal healthcare.

From the mechanics of the pelvis explained by experts to the emotional support among attendees, this episode is a tribute to the strength and resilience found within the birthing community. Tune in for an in-depth reflection on these vital issues and the shared commitment to improving women's health.

Key highlights:

Breech Birth Conference Highlights
Obstetricians' Lack of Breech Birthing Training
Twin Birth Myths and Aftershock Film
Women's Health Perspectives and Cultural Considerations
Home Birth Triplets and Multiple Challenges
Medical Gaze and Trauma-Informed Care

Episode resources:

Join our Patreon! patreon.com/birthinginstinctspodcast
Sign-up for updates for the October 2025 retreat www.theinnatejourney.com
Conference host: bornfreemethod.com
Heads up documentary: informedpregnancy.com/watch-heads-up/
Nicole Morales: thebreechrelease.com/about-us
Gail Tully - Spinning Babies: spinningbabies.com
Rixa Freeze: breechwithoutborders.org
David Hayes: breechwithoutborders.org/training
Shamony Makeba Gibson and Omari Maynard: theariahfoundation.org
Aftershock Documentary: aftershockdocumentary.com
Angelina Martinez Miranda (Dona Lina): yosoygaia.com/certificatedfoundationrebozotrainingwithangelinamartinezmiranda
Betty-Anne Daviss: understandingbirthbetter.com
Carol Gautschi: gentlebirths.net
Mmatshilo Motsei: afrikaikalafe.org/mmatshilo-motsei
Kristine Lauria: instagram.com/globalmidwife64
Hermine Hayes-Klein: hayeskleinlaw.com
Tracey Vogel: theempowermentequation.com

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