Tag: midwife

• Different types of births: Hospital, Home, Free Births

  As an Afro-Indigenous midwife, I am deeply committed to honouring the diverse cultural and personal choices that expectant mothers make regarding their birth experiences. Each birth setting offers unique advantages and challenges, and understanding these can help families make informed decisions that align with their values and circumstances. Here, I will discuss the three main…

  Melissa Philippe

  July 22, 2024

  HOLISTIC LIFESTYLE, WOMEN’S HEALTH

  afro-indigenous midwife, birthing centre, black maternal health, black midwife, black pregnant people, free birth, home births, low risk pregnancy, midwife, midwifery, unassisted birth

• BirthKeepers, Doulas, and Midwives – Who are they?

  In the intricate tapestry of childbirth support, three key roles emerge as pillars of guidance and care: BirthKeepers, Doulas, and Midwives. While these titles may seem synonymous at first glance, each plays a distinct yet complementary role in bringing new life into the world. Midwives: Historically revered as guardians of birthing knowledge, midwives have walked…

  Melissa Philippe

  May 4, 2024

  HOLISTIC LIFESTYLE

  birth worker, birthkeeper, black maternal health, doula, labor and delivery, midwife