Podcast Show Notes

Episode Title: Midwifery Sustainability and Group Practice Vision

Episode Overview:

Join your hosts Clover, Sophia, Chelsea, and Lea as they dive into a heartfelt discussion about midwifery sustainability and their vision for creating a group practice. They explore the challenges of maintaining balance as midwives, the benefits of working collaboratively, and how a group model can support both families and midwives alike.

Topics include:

• The challenges of maintaining sustainability in midwifery work

• What a group practice model could look like

• How collaboration supports midwives’ well-being and enhances client care

• Creating boundaries and finding work-life balance

• Building a supportive and empowering environment for birth workers

This episode is an honest and inspiring look at the future of midwifery and the possibilities for creating a sustainable and collaborative practice.

Key Topics Discussed:

1. Sustainability in Midwifery

• The hosts discuss the physical, emotional, and mental demands of midwifery and how sustainability is essential for long-term practice.

2. Envisioning a Group Practice

• What a collaborative group model could look like and how it could benefit both midwives and the families they serve.

3. Work-Life Balance

• The importance of setting boundaries and creating systems to support midwives’ personal lives while continuing to provide exceptional care.

4. Collaborative Care

• How a team-based approach can provide continuity of care, support midwives through on-call schedules, and offer diverse expertise to families.

5. Supporting Midwives and Families

• The hosts explore how a group practice could foster a stronger community for birth workers and empower families with comprehensive, individualized care.

Final Thoughts:

This conversation highlights the challenges midwives face in sustaining their practice and how collaboration can provide a path forward. Whether you’re a birth worker, parent, or simply curious about the future of midwifery, this episode provides valuable insights and inspiration for building a supportive and sustainable care model.

Listen to the Episode:

• Podcast Link: Spotify

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• @bornwildmidwifery

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