Midwife Crisis : The Podcast

Honouring the Heart of Midwifery

Episode Summary

Welcome back to Season 2 of Midwife Crisis. In this episode, Kelli reflects on the profound and often invisible labour of midwives. Through personal stories and raw truths, Kelli highlights the emotional and clinical challenges faced by midwives, the undervaluation of their work, and their unwavering dedication to women and families. Join the conversation and honour the incredible strength and resilience of midwives everywhere. This episode sets the stage for a season filled with inspiring voices from the birth space. Reach out and share your own stories to be part of this vital dialogue.

Episode Notes

Welcome back to Season 2 of Midwife Crisis. In this episode, Kelli reflects on the profound and often invisible labour of midwives. Through personal stories and raw truths, Kelli highlights the emotional and clinical challenges faced by midwives, the undervaluation of their work, and their unwavering dedication to women and families. 

Join the conversation and honour the incredible strength and resilience of midwives everywhere. 

This episode sets the stage for a season filled with inspiring voices from the birth space. Reach out and share your own stories to be part of this vital dialogue.

 

(00:00) Welcome to Season Two

(00:38) Reflecting on the Work of Midwives

(01:21) Reading from 'Midwife Crisis: From Trust to Trauma'

(02:51) The Invisible Labour of Midwifery

(03:39) The Emotional Toll and Resilience of Midwives

(05:16) A Call to Recognise and Support Midwives