
In this episode, Mamatoosa discusses the history of birthwork. She talks about historical practices, the shift from midwifery to hospital-delivery, and the modern scope of practice of a midwife. For more resources and information, check out the below links.- California Association of Licensed Midwives: calmidwives.org- Midwives | Medical Board of California: mbc.ca.gov/Licensing/Licensed-Midwives- From Midwives to Medicine by Deborah Kuhn McGregor: shop.villagewell.com/item/a4Br_X56SdQ7Q5neBsVfjw- Amnesty International Report on Childbirth in America: amnestyusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/deadlydeliveryoneyear.pdf- The Origins of Midwifery: internationalmidwives.org/the-origins-of-midwiferyJoin us every Tuesday morning to hear conversations about womanhood, motherhood, and birthwork.If you liked this episode of the Mamatoosa podcast, please consider subscribing or leaving us a review.