Midwives Reflect on the Closure of MANA

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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 miss this important and powerful conversation about changes in the field of Midwifery.

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Midwives Reflect on the Closure of MANA

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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.

133 эпизодов

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*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 techniques for infants. Angie and Dr. Jennifer also chat about the External Cephalic Version (ECV), a procedure used to turn breech babies to the correct position for birth. Dr. Carter explains how chiropractic care can support this process and improve outcomes for both mother and baby. Additionally, Dr. Carter offers valuable advice on how day-to-day activities and habits impact your body and your baby’s position during pregnancy. From posture tips to simple exercises, she provides practical strategies to ensure a healthier pregnancy journey. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how chiropractic care can enhance your prenatal and infant care routines, and why this holistic approach is gaining recognition for its benefits. Show Resources - Orchid Island Chiropractic - MidwifeRX - Find an ICPA Chiropractor - Lodwar Bookkeeping - Inquire with Lodwar Bookkeepin g…

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