In this episode, Augustine and Lucy share their journeys after 100 days and 1 year on the Carnivore diet, discussing what led them to make the switch and the remarkable changes they've experienced in their health.

Lucy, a UK nurse and Carnivore lifestyle advocate, shares how her work in healthcare exposed her to the consequences of poor nutrition and why she believes a species-appropriate diet is key to a strong, functional body. She and Augustine dive into the addictive nature of ultra-processed foods, the benefits of eliminating them entirely, and how fatty red meat provides the essential nutrients for optimal health.

Whether you're exploring the Carnivore lifestyle or looking to rethink your approach to nutrition, this conversation offers real-world insights into breaking free from food industry myths and eating for true wellness. (Not medical advice, just personal experience.)

Resources:

That Carnivore Nurse on Instagram: @thatcarnivorenurse
Dr. Eric Berg: Dr. Berg on the Carnivore Diet​

Dr. Paul Saladino: CarnivoreMD Website

Dr. Shawn Baker: Revero Health (formerly MeatRx)

Professor Bart Kay: Bart Kay YouTube Channel

Danielle Hayden, founder of Kickstart Accounting, Inc. and Augustine Colebrook sit down to discuss how midwives and other female entrepreneurs can thrive by staying in their zone of genius and outsourcing essential tasks like bookkeeping, taxes, and financial planning.

Danielle shares her journey from corporate CFO to empowering women entrepreneurs to take control of their finances, build sustainable wealth, and focus on what they do best.

You’ll learn:

• Why understanding your financials is crucial for business growth and profitability.
• The dangers of trying to do it all and how it can impact your business, sanity, and overall success.
• Practical tips on finding the right "midwife for your finances" so you can enjoy the wealth you’re creating while delivering exceptional care.

Don’t miss this conversation packed with financial wisdom, actionable advice, and encouragement to step into your entrepreneurial power as a birthworker!

Resources:
The ABC's of the BBC
How to Pay Yourself as a Business Owner - www.kickstartaccountinginc.com
Start a Midwifery Business Right

We’re so grateful to welcome Aaisha Alvi, author of the powerful new book A Mom Like That, to the podcast. In this episode, Aaisha shares her harrowing journey through postpartum psychosis with unflinching honesty. While early motherhood is often depicted as a time of joy and connection, Aaisha’s experience was marked by delusions, terrifying thoughts, and a health system that repeatedly failed to provide the support she desperately needed.

When her second pregnancy ended in miscarriage at 14 weeks, Aaisha’s psychosis returned—this time, accompanied by unimaginable and intrusive voices urging her to harm her daughter and others. Feeling evil and unworthy of life, Aaisha sought help repeatedly, only to be turned away at every turn.

Driven by her mission to ensure no woman endures the prolonged suffering she faced, Aaisha is raising awareness about this life-threatening condition through her book, social media presence, and volunteering with Postpartum Support International. Her work is helping families access the resources they need to prevent tragic outcomes.

Her story is a powerful call to action, shedding light on a condition that remains widely misunderstood and stigmatized, particularly for women of color. It challenges us to foster better awareness, compassion, and support for those navigating postpartum psychosis in silence.

In this conversation, Aaisha also shares invaluable insights for perinatal providers, helping them recognize the symptoms of postpartum psychosis and offer critical support to women in their care. This is an essential episode—listen and learn.

Trigger Warning:

In this episode, we discuss postpartum psychosis, including intrusive suicidal and homicidal thoughts. These are difficult topics, and some listeners may find this conversation distressing. Please listen with care, and if you feel this content may be overwhelming for you, consider skipping this episode or ensuring you have support available as you listen.

Links:

• Support your local indie bookstore and buy A Mom Like That by Aaisha Alvi. Also available at major retailers and as an ebook and audiobook.
• Follow Aaisha on Instagram: @aaishaalviwrites and visit her website: aaishaalvi.com.
• Postpartum Support International: Promoting awareness, prevention, and treatment of mental health issues related to childbearing worldwide.

Augustine Colebrook and Maryn Green of IndieBirth sit down and delve into the profound shifts in midwifery as it has evolved into a modern profession. Maryn reflects on how this transition has reshaped the role of the midwife, distancing it from the deeply integrated archetype it once was—a cornerstone of community life, present for both birth and death, and supported by the very people they served.

Today, midwives often feel like isolated islands, disconnected from the grounded community support that once gave their work deep significance. In this conversation, they explore what has been lost, what can be reclaimed, and how midwifery can return to a model rooted in autonomy, interconnectedness, and ancient wisdom.

Links:
https://indiebirth.org/
https://indiebirthmidwiferyschool.org/

In this episode, we dive into the crucial role midwives play in supporting pregnant individuals with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). Dr. Kate Levick, a leading researcher in POTS, shares her personal journey with the condition and offers expert insights into how midwives can be frontline providers for people navigating pregnancy with POTS. We discuss the unique challenges of managing symptoms during pregnancy, from dizziness and fatigue to managing blood flow, and the ways in which midwives can create safe, supportive environments for those affected. With practical advice on monitoring and empowering patients, this episode is a must-listen for midwives, healthcare professionals, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of POTS and its management during pregnancy.

Tune in to learn more about how midwifery care can be transformative for individuals with POTS on their pregnancy journey.

Show Resources:

Our previous episode on POTS: POTS and Pregnancy
Kate Levick's Research
POTS and Pregnancy: A Review of Literature and Recommendations for Evaluation and Treatment

Email Kate at kate.levick@newcastle.edu.au

In this episode, we’re joined by Laura Federico, midwife, and Morgan Miller, clinical sex therapist, to explore the powerful connections between mental health and midwifery. Together, we discuss how understanding the intersection of emotional well-being, hormonal cycles, and reproductive health can transform the care midwives and birthworkers provide to their clients—and themselves.

We also dive into their new book, The Cycle Book, a game-changing resource that offers midwives and birthworkers a deeper way to help clients take control of their cycles. This analog, customizable guide goes beyond period-tracking apps, addressing key insights like:

• Supporting clients in managing pain and regulating emotions.
• Using cycle tracking as a tool for improving mental health and relationships.
• Helping clients better understand conditions like endometriosis, anxiety, and perimenopause.

Laura and Morgan share practical tools and personal experiences that highlight how cycle tracking can become a missing link in reproductive care. This conversation is packed with insights to deepen your practice and inspire new ways to empower your clients.

Support your local bookstore by grabbing The Cycle Book when it releases in January 2025—or pre-order your copy now wherever you buy books!

Learn more about Laura, Morgan, and their groundbreaking work at itslauraandmorgan.com.

And don’t miss updates about their book tour—follow them on Instagram at @thecyclebook!

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Geneva Montano, a Colorado native, mother of four, and seasoned birth worker since 2003. Geneva is a Registered and Professional Midwife, Certified Doula, Registered Yoga Teacher, CPR instructor, body and energy worker, teacher, mentor, author, artist, and activist. Her lifelong passion for spirituality, art, and self-exploration shines through in her work, as she supports families and learns from each unique birth experience.

In this episode, Geneva dives into her book, Wisdom from the Womb, sharing how she wrote it in just six weeks and chose to self-publish. She reflects on the incredible feedback she's received from readers—many of whom have found her insights transformative, not just during pregnancy but at all stages of life, helping them release shame and guilt.

Don’t miss this heartfelt discussion about birth, healing, and creativity.

👉 Follow Geneva on social media: @GenevaMontanoMidwife
👉 Purchase Wisdom from the Womb on Amazon or at genevamontano.com.

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In this compelling talk two iconic figures in midwifery, Elizabeth Davis and Whitney Pinger, come together to share their insights on woman-centered birth and transformative midwifery care.

Whitney Pinger, known for her groundbreaking “Pearls of Midwifery” approach, has dedicated her career to reducing cesarean rates and promoting natural births through evidence-based practices. With a deep commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care, Whitney has empowered countless healthcare providers and patients to achieve safer, more fulfilling birth experiences. Her extensive work in research, education, and maternal health advocacy continues to shape the future of women’s health.

Elizabeth Davis brings over 40 years of experience in midwifery, reproductive health, and education. A co-founder of the National Midwifery Institute and author of six influential books, including the renowned textbook "Heart & Hands: A Midwife’s Guide to Pregnancy and Birth," Elizabeth is a global leader in midwifery education. She has dedicated her life to advancing an integrated view of birth, sexuality, family, and ecology. Her work emphasizes the importance of intuition and holistic care in the birthing process.

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