In this heartfelt episode, Blyss and Stu pay tribute to the late Michel Odent, a luminary in the field of childbirth and midwifery. They reminisce about his groundbreaking contributions in the world of birth. A strong supporter of water birth, advocating for hormonal understanding in labor, and his unwavering belief in the power of love and natural birthing processes, he is truly a legend that has made a deep impact on childbirth practices and the importance of preserving his teachings for future generations. We honor his legacy with some personal stories, emotional letters from his colleagues, and tributes from various birth workers.

Mentioned in This Episode

Michel Odent on "love cocktails" in birth

Origin Birth and Health, David Hayes Substack

Photo of Michel Odent taken by @evarosebirth

Books by Michel Odent

At Her Feet Podcast, by Blyss Young

In This Episode

Remembering Michel Odent

The Hormonal Symphony of Childbirth

Love Cocktails in Birth

Protecting the Emotional State of Pregnant Women

Dr. Odent’s Impact on Modern Birth Practices

Podcast Produced by: Raquel Hernandez, Pride and Joy Doula Care 

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