There are some universal needs of women in labor. In this book review and discussion, I'm digging into a little booklet by midwife Ruth Ehrhardt, which draws heavily from the work of the late Dr. Michel Odent, to paint a picture of what those needs are, and how to ensure that those needs are met.
If you are about having a smooth, physiological birth, this episode is for you.
Resources for going deeper:
Preparing for home birth (with or without a midwife)? Here's how I can help:
Courses (so many!)
Holy Wild Birth Podcast, co-hosted with Lauren Hall (longer, deeper episodes featuring birth stories and conversations)
The Blog
Weekly email Newsletter
Embrace Birth Journey -- comprehensive course library for holistic, faith-based pregnancy, home birth and postpartum
Free Birth With God mini-course
Birth nerd merch
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Needed supplements - radically better nutrition for conception, pregnancy, and postpartum. Use code SISTERBIRTH to save on your first subscription or bundle
17Hats - client management system I've used/trusted for nearly 10 years. Use this link to get a referral deal!
Body Talk Basics -- puberty and cycle wisdom class for mothers and daughters. Use code SISTERBIRTH to save 10%
YNAB - the budgeting program I'm addicted to and which has kept me out of the red for 15 years (even with variable/unpredictable income). This link gets you one free month!
