Tag: afro-indigenous

• Understanding the Cultural Wisdom: Why Indigenous Cultures Advocate for a Two-Year Postpartum Healing Period

  In many indigenous cultures around the world, including my own, there exists a deeply rooted belief that it takes approximately two years for a woman to heal fully after giving birth and that it is advisable to wait until this healing period has passed before conceiving another child. This traditional wisdom passed down through generations,…

  Melissa Philippe

  April 9, 2024

  Emotional, Spiritual

  afro-indigenous, birth worker, birthkeeper, birthwork, Cultural beliefs about childbirth, doula, Healing after childbirth, Indigenous childbirth traditions, Indigenous maternal health, Postpartum healing, Postpartum recovery, Traditional birthing practices, Two-year postpartum period

• The Essence of an Afro-Indigenous Haitian Full-Spectrum Doula and Death Doula

  In the sacred journey of childbirth and the profound transition of death, there exists a guiding light, a nurturing presence rooted in ancient wisdom and holistic understanding — the doula. Within the rich tapestry of doula care, I underwent the unique experience of becoming an Afro-Indigenous Full-Spectrum Doula and Death Doula. As a standing pillar…

  Melissa Philippe

  March 16, 2024

  Environmental, Spiritual

  afro-indigenous, birth worker, black birth worker, black doula, black healthcare, black maternal, breastfeeding, c-section, doula, free birth, full spectrum doula, haitian doula, vaginal birth