The Ancestral Wisdom of Birth

Women have undeniable birthing instincts, as well as a deep innate desire for a certain type of birth experience. Tune in as Drea, Brit, and the ladies from Alba Birth Center (Katie Duncan, LPM and Aubrey Williams), unravel the mysteries of where these instincts come from and how women can embrace their built-in ancestral wisdom!

In this episode, we discuss:

• What the birth experience looked like 100 years ago
• How society has slowly deconditioned women to trust what's in their DNA
• How to tap into your innate wisdom during pregnancy so you can enter birth confidently
• A simple, yet impactful question to ask when making decisions for yourself or your child
• What pregnancy and birth decisions are optional in today's society
• The pros and cons of technology within the birth space
• Aubrey's perspective after experiencing both a traditional and "ancestral" birth
• Encouragement for women who are looking for a redemptive birth experience after experiencing a traumatic birth in the past

 

This episode is part of a 4-part series with Alba Birth Center. Be sure to listen to them all!

• Part 1: Midwifery: Its Historical Significance and Role in Empowering Birth Options
• Part 2: The Ancestral Wisdom of Birth
• Part 3: The Cascade of Interventions: What You Need to Know
• Part 4: Birth Tips for Partners

 

Resources mentioned in this episode

The Business of Being Born

 

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