The herstory of modern birth practices
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08/02/20 • 60 min
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In this episode, we take a step back in time and a short but deep dive into history from a female perspective. We explore how ideas about women and their bodies have led to the birthing practices we see today. We visit the world of Goddesses, vulva art, and how women were once revered for their ability to create life. Then we move on through the times into a world where women were seen as dirty malfunctioning versions of men, whose primary role was to reproduce. We also talk about how science and the mechanisation of the world resulted in our bodies being viewed as machines. On this whistlestop tour of history... or should I say herstory, you will hear about the gossips (you definitely want to listen to this), the closing off of keyholes during birth, and of course some fun along the way. You also get a sneak peek into the vulva art that one of us loves to make!
Show LINKS:
Jane Hardwick Collins: https://janehardwickecollings.com/
Marilyn French : https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/14160.Marilyn_French
Adrian Wilson: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18183261-ritual-and-conflict
Layne Redmond: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/910443.When_the_Drummers_Were_Women
Music by: Joesph McDade
Production: Katie James
Editing: Katie James and Jannis Piekarek
Get 10% off Katie's Breastfeeding & Lactation: the fundamentals online course today with code POD10 at checkout.
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- Music Joseph McDade
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The information provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute medical or legal advice; instead, all information available on this site are for general informational purposes only. The Midwives' Cauldron podcast reserves the right to supplement, change or delete any information at any time.
The information and materials on the podcast is provided "as is"; no representations are made that the content is error-free. Whilst we have tried to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information we do not warrant or guarantee the accurateness.
The podcast accepts no liability for any loss or damage howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content.
In this episode, we take a step back in time and a short but deep dive into history from a female perspective. We explore how ideas about women and their bodies have led to the birthing practices we see today. We visit the world of Goddesses, vulva art, and how women were once revered for their ability to create life. Then we move on through the times into a world where women were seen as dirty malfunctioning versions of men, whose primary role was to reproduce. We also talk about how science and the mechanisation of the world resulted in our bodies being viewed as machines. On this whistlestop tour of history... or should I say herstory, you will hear about the gossips (you definitely want to listen to this), the closing off of keyholes during birth, and of course some fun along the way. You also get a sneak peek into the vulva art that one of us loves to make!
Show LINKS:
Jane Hardwick Collins: https://janehardwickecollings.com/
Marilyn French : https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/14160.Marilyn_French
Adrian Wilson: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18183261-ritual-and-conflict
Layne Redmond: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/910443.When_the_Drummers_Were_Women
Music by: Joesph McDade
Production: Katie James
Editing: Katie James and Jannis Piekarek
Get 10% off Katie's Breastfeeding & Lactation: the fundamentals online course today with code POD10 at checkout.
- Please support the show via Patreon or BuyMeACoffee
- MERCH here!
- Music Joseph McDade
Like this podcast? Leave us a review here
Want more from Katie and Rachel?
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Disclaimer
The information provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute medical or legal advice; instead, all information available on this site are for general informational purposes only. The Midwives' Cauldron podcast reserves the right to supplement, change or delete any information at any time.
The information and materials on the podcast is provided "as is"; no representations are made that the content is error-free. Whilst we have tried to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information we do not warrant or guarantee the accurateness.
The podcast accepts no liability for any loss or damage howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content.
Previous Episode
Introducing the midwives and their cauldron
Welcome to episode 1, where we chat about how Rachel and Katie met, how our careers in midwifery evolved, and our plans for future podcast episodes. Join us as we invite you into our world of midwifery, education, laughter, and fun... and where this all began.
LINKS:
Rachel's blog: https://midwifethinking.com/
Rachel mentions her journey into embodying the true essence of midwifery and rites of passage with Jane Hardwick Collins. Find out more about Jane's work here: https://janehardwickecollings.com/
- Please support the show via Patreon or BuyMeACoffee
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Disclaimer
The information provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute medical or legal advice; instead, all information available on this site are for general informational purposes only. The Midwives' Cauldron podcast reserves the right to supplement, change or delete any information at any time.
The information and materials on the podcast is provided "as is"; no representations are made that the content is error-free. Whilst we have tried to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information we do not warrant or guarantee the accurateness.
The podcast accepts no liability for any loss or damage howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content.
Next Episode
Induction of labour from the baby's perspective
Join us as we delve deeper into induction of labour through the early postnatal lens. We discuss the impact of induction on the baby, and on the mother's lactation, looking at ways to ensure all mothers and infants get off to the best start, despite the labour and birth they may have had. Somehow this episode ends up wandering into the world of Wizard of Oz. We also learn new and, personally I think, much better words for amniotic fluid and the placenta. And we find out about the delights of Rachel's cat. Listen in for great insights and laughs along the way.
LINKS:
Book:
Why Induction Matters https://rachel-reed.website/why-induction-matters/?fbclid=IwAR0DwkC22hj112IslErUeBn1Ymm-DjvPlPD1MyQ_fO6MlRCWOBao3cBdkWE
Research:
Lussier 2015
Morton 2009
Slusher 2008
Meier 2016
Midwife Thinking Blog:
Induction: a step by step guide https://midwifethinking.com/2015/03/18/induction-a-step-by-step-guide/?fbclid=IwAR0RrYgWY5Ew3kptsDRyBnU3GWqzYC9BJDYfXDUVdVVAGeITYAwkMZwuH0s
Post-Dates Induction of Labour: balancing risks https://midwifethinking.com/2016/07/13/induction-of-labour-balancing-risks/?fbclid=IwAR00mo74WyMVM3pabgtT9SAjbbXcwDV0zXBcvPhLLvRvN5Q7FYLJ6pM9HLA
Patent: apparatus for facilitating the birth of a child by centrifugal force: https://patents.google.com/patent/US3216423A/en
Get 10% off Katie's Breastfeeding & Lactation: the fundamentals online course today with code POD10 at checkout.
- Please support the show via Patreon or BuyMeACoffee
- MERCH here!
- Music Joseph McDade
Like this podcast? Leave us a review here
Want more from Katie and Rachel?
Katie's website
Rachel's website
Disclaimer
The information provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute medical or legal advice; instead, all information available on this site are for general informational purposes only. The Midwives' Cauldron podcast reserves the right to supplement, change or delete any information at any time.
The information and materials on the podcast is provided "as is"; no representations are made that the content is error-free. Whilst we have tried to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information we do not warrant or guarantee the accurateness.
The podcast accepts no liability for any loss or damage howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content.
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