85. Herbal Medicine in the Birth Realm: Sarah Smits on Herbal Education

What if reconnecting with traditional knowledge could revolutionize prenatal, birth and postpartum care? Join us as we sit down with Sarah from Bridging Worlds Midwifery, a dedicated holistic home birth midwife from Far North Queensland, Australia, who has built a career around blending traditional midwifery practices with modern healthcare.

From supporting home births to teaching traditional methods globally, Sarah shares her unique insights into the importance of preventative measures for ensuring a smooth birth and postpartum period. Together, we explore the intricate balance between the old and the new, stressing the significance of historical wisdom in today's medicalized world. We discuss the challenges and benefits of practicing alternative methods within the conventional hospital system and the profound impact of stepping outside it to offer personalized, relationship-based care. Our conversation underscores the indispensable role of nutrition and herbal practices in preventing pregnancy-related complications and supporting both mothers and birth workers. In our deep dive into postpartum healing, Sarah opens up about traditional practices from Mexico and Guatemala, that aid in recovery from birth. We talk about the power of intentional nutrition, herbal plant baths, yoni steaming, and bodywork techniques such as the temezcal steam bath and "closing the bone" ceremonies.

This episode provides a holistic perspective on pregnancy and postpartum care, blending emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects to ensure long-term health and well-being for mothers. Join us for an enlightening discussion that is sure to offer valuable insights and practical advice for anyone passionate about traditional midwifery, herbal medicine, and holistic support during pregnancy and postpartum.

Sarah's links:
https://bwmidwife.com/
https://www.instagram.com/bridging_worlds_midwifery/
Upcoming Events:
https://bwmidwife.com/mentoring-for-birth-workers/
https://events.humanitix.com/host/bridging-worlds-midwifery

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