Ep 57 Laura Biggs on finding midwifery, passion for research, and critical role midwives have in preventing maternal suicide
06/07/23 • 69 min
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Ep 57 (ibit.ly/Re5V) Laura Biggs on finding midwifery, passion for research, and critical role midwives have in preventing maternal suicide
@PhDMidwives #MidTwitter @strongerfutures @MCRI_for_kids @sahmriAU #research #midwifery
Join us on an inspiring journey as we chat with Melbourne-based midwife, Laura Biggs, about her fascinating path into midwifery and how her passion for research is driving practice change. Discover the intriguing findings from Laura's honors research on women's experiences of directed and non-directed pushing, and how it can shape our understanding of equity and access in healthcare.
Balancing clinical work with research can be challenging, but Laura shares her experience of navigating this delicate balance while completing her PhD. We explore the importance of having a supportive team, the power of storytelling in midwifery, and her experiences working with a mental health helpline for new mothers. Listen as Laura discusses the need for more research on motherhood and the potential for midwives to work in roles beyond service delivery, such as governance, leadership, education, and research.
Finally, we delve into the unique human experiences of suicidality during the perinatal period and the need to better understand and meet the expectations of those affected. Listen as we explore the concept of shame in motherhood, how it can be addressed in different cultural settings, and the importance of midwives utilizing their skills to make a difference in maternal health. Don't miss this engaging conversation with Laura Beats on the art and science of midwifery and the potential for research to drive meaningful change in practice.
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The aim is for this to be a fortnightly podcast with extra episodes thrown in
This podcast can be found on various socials as @thruthepinardd and our website -https://thruthepinardpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ or ibit.ly/Re5V
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Ep 57 (ibit.ly/Re5V) Laura Biggs on finding midwifery, passion for research, and critical role midwives have in preventing maternal suicide
@PhDMidwives #MidTwitter @strongerfutures @MCRI_for_kids @sahmriAU #research #midwifery
Join us on an inspiring journey as we chat with Melbourne-based midwife, Laura Biggs, about her fascinating path into midwifery and how her passion for research is driving practice change. Discover the intriguing findings from Laura's honors research on women's experiences of directed and non-directed pushing, and how it can shape our understanding of equity and access in healthcare.
Balancing clinical work with research can be challenging, but Laura shares her experience of navigating this delicate balance while completing her PhD. We explore the importance of having a supportive team, the power of storytelling in midwifery, and her experiences working with a mental health helpline for new mothers. Listen as Laura discusses the need for more research on motherhood and the potential for midwives to work in roles beyond service delivery, such as governance, leadership, education, and research.
Finally, we delve into the unique human experiences of suicidality during the perinatal period and the need to better understand and meet the expectations of those affected. Listen as we explore the concept of shame in motherhood, how it can be addressed in different cultural settings, and the importance of midwives utilizing their skills to make a difference in maternal health. Don't miss this engaging conversation with Laura Beats on the art and science of midwifery and the potential for research to drive meaningful change in practice.
Do you know someone who should tell their story?
email me - [email protected]
The aim is for this to be a fortnightly podcast with extra episodes thrown in
This podcast can be found on various socials as @thruthepinardd and our website -https://thruthepinardpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ or ibit.ly/Re5V
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Ep 56 Giliane McKelvin on Cross-Cultural Midwifery: Insights from Malta and the UK, and Traumatic Childbirth
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Ep 56 (ibit.ly/Re5V) Giliane McKelvin on Cross-Cultural Midwifery: Insights from Malta and the UK, and Traumatic Childbirth
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What if you could gain firsthand insights into the world of midwifery from someone who has practiced in two different countries? Join us for an enlightening conversation with our guest, Giliane McKelvin, a midwife from Malta who shares her experiences practicing midwifery in both her home country and the UK. Discover the cultural and operational differences between the two countries, as well as the challenges Giliane faced when moving to the UK.
In this episode, we discuss the critical topic of traumatic childbirth and its long-lasting effects on women. Learn how Giliane's mother's experience inspired her journey into midwifery, and explore the findings from her Masters research on the subject. We also chat about maintaining mental and physical health during challenging times, such as Giliane's PhD studies in the UK, and how she managed to find a balance between work, study, and self-care.
Finally, don't miss our engaging discussion on the impact of birth plans, the importance of a midwife's presence, and the correlation between these factors and the overall birth experience. Giliane shares insights from her PhD research and the challenges she faced in recruiting women for her study. We also touch on the significance of creating psychological fidelity in simulated education and the ways in which midwives can adapt and grow in their practice.
Do you know someone who should tell their story?
email me - [email protected]
The aim is for this to be a fortnightly podcast with extra episodes thrown in
This podcast can be found on twitter - @thruthepinard, insta @thruthepinard and our website -https://thruthepinardpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ or ibit.ly/Re5V
Do you know someone who should tell their story?
email me - [email protected]
The aim is for this to be a fortnightly podcast with extra episodes thrown in
This podcast can be found on various socials as @thruthepinardd and our website -https://thruthepinardpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ or ibit.ly/Re5V
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#research #midwifery #Lisbon2026
Do you know someone who should tell their story?
email me - [email protected]
The aim is for this to be a fortnightly podcast with extra episodes thrown in
This podcast can be found on various socials as @thruthepinardd and our website -https://thruthepinardpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ or ibit.ly/Re5V
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