Full Spectrum Midwife

Chronicles of a recently graduated midwife

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full spectrum midwifery:

just, accessible, and inclusive reproductive health care throughout the lifespan

that empowers individuals and their families while actively engaging in

the dismantling of systemic oppression

Believe Women

September 28, 2018

It’s late and I’m exhausted, but I can’t sleep. Somehow I got through clinic today in one piece, precepting a midwifery student for the first time, seeing a few very, very dear postpartum patients for their last visit and trying not to cry, and trying to remain present for 16 more women in clinic after … More Believe Women

Catch Up Monthly Chai

September 22, 2018

Monthly Chai, a sweet blog tradition started by Stephanie over at Feminist Midwife, has been a part of my blogging history since the beginning…although in recent years it’s been more like a once a year Reunion Chai. No matter. Sometimes I just need to sit down and write out all the things on my mind … More Catch Up Monthly Chai

Less Attachment, More Curiosity

July 13, 2018

This is one of the four “strategies for the long haul” proposed by Laura van Dernoot Lipsky in her new book The Age of Overwhelm: Strategies for the Long Haul. This book is a much anticipated follow up to her first book, Trauma Stewardship: An Everyday Guide to Caring for Self While Caring for Others. Both of these … More Less Attachment, More Curiosity