Orgasmic Birth

Ep 115 Description:

"The more satisfied you are, the less you are in the lack of anything. If we are in the lack, we manifest more lack. And if we are satisfied, then the beautiful things can come in." —Amira Gorski

In our society, pleasure is often seen as frivolous or indulgent, something to be denied or delayed in pursuit of more "practical" goals. We're taught that hard work, sacrifice, and delayed gratification are the keys to success and abundance. But what if pleasure itself was the path to true prosperity?

Amira Gorski is a leading voice in the orgasmic birth and pleasure coaching movement. As the founder of Lustgeburt, she helps women and couples unlock the transformative power of pleasure to manifest abundance in all areas of their lives.

Tune in as Debra and Amira dive deep into how pleasure can be valuable not only in sexuality but also in other aspects of our lives, the transformative role of surrender in navigating the intense physical and emotional challenges, the need to break down blockages and trauma to create a more open and receptive energy, how to increase pleasure, and the intersection between pleasure and financial freedom.

🌟 "The more satisfied you are, the less you are in the lack of anything." —Amira Gorski 🌟 In Episode 115, join Debra and Amira Gorski, founder of Lustgeburt and a leading voice in the orgasmic birth and pleasure coaching movement, as they explore how pleasure can lead to true prosperity—not just in sexuality, but in every area of life 💖.

In this enlightening conversation, Amira challenges the societal view that pleasure is indulgent or frivolous. She explains how embracing pleasure can break through blockages, heal trauma, and unlock abundance, including financial freedom 💰✨. Learn how surrendering to pleasure can help you manifest more joy, wealth, and opportunities in your life 🌱.

Tune in for valuable insights on how the transformative power of orgasmic birth and pleasure can create an open, receptive energy for attracting all the beautiful things you desire 🌸.

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Episode Highlights:

03:00 The Beauty of "Lust"

12:32 Experiencing Orgasmic Birth for the First Time

16:43 How Birth is Meant to Be

22:19 A Good Form of Preparation

27:25 Pleasure is a Huge Concept

32:47 Pleasure is Self-Love

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Ep 114 Description:

"We can't make birth better unless we understand what makes birth good." —Dr. Elisabeth Bolaza

Pleasure is not just a nice-to-have in birth - it's a vital sign of a healthy, empowered experience. Yet for too long, our culture has suppressed and shamed the very idea of pleasure during one of life's most transformative moments.

However, the groundbreaking research of Dr. Elisabeth Balaza is changing that narrative. Dr. Elisabeth is a reproductive anthropologist and the Principal Investigator of The Birth Pleasure Study. As the founder of Sorada Research & Consulting, she is committed to disrupting the status quo and making her work on pleasure, sexuality, and reproductive justice useful to everyday birthing people and their families.

Join this week's conversation as Debra and Dr. Elisabeth share how prioritizing pleasure, joy, and bodily autonomy at birth can transform the maternity care system, why pleasure is a fundamental part of birth justice, the 5 different forms of pleasure, how the environment and support system around the birthing person greatly impacts their ability to access pleasure and physiologic birth, an important call-to-action for medical provider, and why developing a "birth pleasure management plan" can help birthing people feel empowered and in control.

🌟 "We can't make birth better unless we understand what makes birth good." —Dr. Elisabeth Bolaza 🌟

In Episode 114, Debra sits down with Dr. Elisabeth Bolaza, reproductive anthropologist and Principal Investigator of The Birth Pleasure Study, to explore why pleasure is not just a luxury in birth but a vital component of a healthy and empowered experience 🌸🤰.

Dr. Elisabeth shares groundbreaking insights on the 5 forms of pleasure during birth, the importance of bodily autonomy, and how joy and satisfaction can transform the maternity care system 🌿✨. Together, they discuss how the environment and support systems around birthing people deeply impact their ability to access pleasure and achieve a physiologic birth.

Learn how a "birth pleasure management plan" can empower birthing individuals to feel in control while fostering birth justice and equity 💪🌺. Tune in to discover how pleasure is revolutionizing birth for a brighter, more joyful future 🌟🎧!

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Episode Highlights:

03:15 A Discussion About the Birthing Body

10:48 Reframing Our Thinking About Enjoyment and Pleasure

17:22 The Role of Providers

22:58 Focus on Feeling Good, Not Alleviating Bad

29:11 Trust Your Birthing Body

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Ep 113 Description:

"Anytime you're being pressured or coerced into something, you're not giving true informed consent, and that is a form in itself, of obstetric violence." —Rebecca Dekker

Too often, pregnancy and birth are shrouded in fear, misinformation, and outdated practices not supported by research. Many people are told their bodies are incapable, their pain is inevitable, and their choices are limited. But this couldn't be further from the truth. By challenging outdated assumptions and accessing the latest, most reliable research, families can make informed decisions that honor their unique needs and preferences.

Rebecca Dekker is the founder and CEO of Evidence Based Birth® and the author of "Babies Are Not Pizzas: They're Born, Not Delivered!" As a nurse, researcher, and passionate advocate, she is dedicated to making the latest, most reliable research on childbirth freely and publicly accessible to empower families to make informed decisions about their care.

Join in as Debra and Rebecca demystify alternative birthing positions and their benefits and list five red flags that you might want to switch to a different provider for your birth, 3 tips for preparing for childbirth and reducing anxiety about childbirth, what to know before scheduling an elective labor induction.

🌟 "Anytime you're being pressured or coerced into something, you're not giving true informed consent." —Rebecca Dekker 🌟

In Episode 113, Debra is joined by Rebecca Dekker, founder of Evidence Based Birth® and author of "Babies Are Not Pizzas: They're Born, Not Delivered!" 🍼✨. Together, they unpack the myths and misinformation that often surround pregnancy and birth, empowering families to take back control with evidence-based approaches 🤰📚.

Discover the benefits of alternative birthing positions, learn 5 red flags signaling it may be time to switch providers 🚩, and explore 3 actionable tips to prepare for childbirth and reduce anxiety 🌿💪. Rebecca also shares must-know insights about elective labor inductions and how to advocate for your unique needs while maintaining bodily autonomy.

🎧 Tune in for practical advice and empowering strategies to help you make informed decisions and create a birth experience that's right for you and your family 🌸.

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Episode Highlights:

03:30 Birth Practices: Beneficial or Not

07:55 Watch Out for the Red Flags

15:13 Elective Labor Induction

18:44 Different Birthing Positions and Their Benefits

26:04 What Makes the Difference

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Ep 112 Description:

"It is our birthright. Birth is not this something to get through and suffer through." —Rebecca Rivers Ellisor

Birth is a sacred, transformative journey that can unlock profound ecstasy and pleasure. This is birth as it was meant to be— a rite of passage infused with joy, wonder, and the electric thrill of new life entering the world.

Rebecca Rivers Ellisor is a passionate advocate for pleasurable, empowered childbirth experiences. As a quantum hypnotherapist, full-spectrum doula, and founder of Born in Ecstasy, she supports women in cultivating the optimal internal and external environment for ecstatic birth and a sacred, nourishing transition into parenthood.

This week, Debra and Rebecca discuss the power of preparation in building a deep bond between the mother and her baby during pregnancy, the value of community support in creating a sacred and nurturing birthing environment, the benefits of shifting fear to empowerment, and tips for balancing motherhood with self-care.

✨ "It is our birthright. Birth is not something to get through and suffer through." —Rebecca Rivers Ellisor ✨

In Episode 112, join Debra and Rebecca Rivers Ellisor, quantum hypnotherapist, full-spectrum doula, and founder of Born in Ecstasy, as they explore the sacred and transformative journey of ecstatic birth 🌸. Rebecca passionately advocates for pleasurable, empowered childbirth experiences that infuse joy, wonder, and the thrill of new life entering the world 🌿👶.

In this enlightening conversation, they discuss the power of preparation in deepening the mother-baby bond, the importance of community support in creating a nurturing birth environment, and how shifting fear to empowerment can transform the birthing experience 🌺. Plus, Rebecca shares valuable tips for balancing motherhood with self-care and nourishing the soul throughout the journey 🌟.

🎧 Tune in for a celebration of birth as a sacred, ecstatic rite of passage.

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Episode Highlights:

04:02 Birth as a Peak Experience

09:04 Making Way for a New Being to Thrive

12:38 Positive Birth Despite an Unplanned Pregnancy

17:40 Who to Bring Into Your Birth Support Team

21:46 Meeting Your Baby Beyond Form

27:10 Loving the Whole Journey of Birth

30:04 Birth Deserves Our Care and Attention

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Ep 111 Description:

"We still plan our weddings; we still plan traveling, we know that they're not going to go according to plan, but we plan them. A birth plan is no different. It's what makes us feel most safe." —Kerry Burke

We are the architects of a bold new narrative around childbirth— one that celebrates our innate power, reclaims our pleasure, and empowers us as active participants in this profound rite of passage.

At Peace Birth and Wellness owner, Kerry Burke is a doula and childbirth educator who found empowerment in her own unmedicated birth experience, despite a history of anxiety and panic disorder. Drawing on her personal journey, Kerry now guides expectant families to have informed, autonomous, and fulfilling birth experiences.

Listen in as Debra and Kerry discuss how Kerry's history of anxiety and panic disorder served her in labor, what to do in between the sweet moments of labor, the importance of normalizing yourself to the process, Kerry's vision for changing societal views on birth, the factors that helped her surrender to the sensations, and her transformative experience becoming an Orgasmic Birth Practitioner.

🌸 "We still plan our weddings; we still plan traveling, we know that they're not going to go according to plan, but we plan them. A birth plan is no different. It's what makes us feel most safe." —Kerry Burke 🌸

In Episode 111, Debra is joined by Kerry Burke, doula, childbirth educator, and owner of Peace Birth and Wellness, to explore how we can shift the narrative around childbirth to one that celebrates empowerment, pleasure, and informed choices 🌿. Kerry shares her own unmedicated birth experience, overcoming anxiety and panic disorder to reclaim her power during labor and now helps others do the same 💖.

Listen as Debra and Kerry discuss how anxiety can serve you in labor, the importance of finding peace between contractions, and how Kerry's journey led her to become an Orgasmic Birth Practitioner 🌟. They also delve into normalizing the birth process, Kerry's vision for changing societal views on birth, and the factors that helped her surrender to the sensations of labor 🌸.

🎧 Tune in for a powerful story of transformation, empowerment, and reclaiming control over your birth experience.

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Episode Highlights:

02:22 "My Body Can Do This!"

10:16 The 5-1-1

13:41 We are Active Participants of Our Birth Stories

18:44 What To Do During the Sweet Moments of Labor

20:13 Normalize Yourself with the Process

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Ep 110 Description:

"Not only do people deserve a safe birth and a respectful birth, but every person deserves a day that brings you joy." —Debra Pascali-Bonaro

Tragically, pleasure has long been a missing piece in the modern birthing experience. Too often, birthing people are made to feel that expressing or even acknowledging their sexual or pleasurable feelings during labor is taboo or inappropriate. This harmful mindset not only robs individuals of the profound joy and empowerment that can arise during birth but also contributes to a culture of disrespect and trauma surrounding one of life's most sacred events.

Therefore, this week's reflection is centered on the importance of reclaiming pleasure as a fundamental aspect of the birthing experience. Tune in as Debra shares her passionate insights on challenging the societal taboos around sexuality and sensuality in birth and her vision for a radical transformation of maternity care that prioritizes the holistic well-being of birthing individuals. Plus, discover resources that can help you celebrate your body, your baby, and your birth.

🌟 "Not only do people deserve a safe birth and a respectful birth, but every person deserves a day that brings you joy." —Debra Pascali-Bonaro 🌟

In Episode 110, Debra Pascali-Bonaro reflects on why pleasure matters in birth and why it's essential to reclaim it as a vital part of the birthing experience 💖. For far too long, pleasure has been dismissed or even shamed in the context of labor, depriving birthing individuals of the empowerment, joy, and connection that can be found in this sacred event 🌸.

Debra dives into the harmful societal taboos surrounding sexuality and sensuality in birth and shares her vision for transforming maternity care to prioritize the holistic well-being of birthing people 🌿. This episode offers a heartfelt call to challenge outdated perspectives and embrace the beauty and pleasure that can arise during birth.

🎧 Tune in for an inspiring reflection on how we can make birth a more joyful, respectful, and empowering experience for everyone.

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Episode Highlights:

02:32 Doula Skills are Life Skills

06:09 Peaceful Birth, Peaceful World

10:01 The Problem with the Current Birthing Model

14:50 What Can Harm You

18:18 Stay Tuned for Exciting Updates!

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Ep 109 Description:

"Children who know the correct words for their body parts also have a lower risk of being sexually abused. So it helps keep your child safe, in addition to giving them that sense of ownership over their bodies that they'll hopefully carry their whole lives." —Dorian Solot

The topic of sex and sexuality is still widely considered taboo when it comes to discussing it with children. Many parents feel uncomfortable or ill-equipped to have open, age-appropriate conversations about these sensitive subjects. And there is also a pervasive cultural narrative that children should be "protected" from knowledge about their own bodies and sexuality.

Dorian Solot is a mom, author, and sexuality educator who is passionate about empowering others especially young children to understand and celebrate their bodies. Through her work, including her two new children's books, Dorian aims to break the cycle of avoidance around sex and sexuality education. By normalizing discussions about anatomy, boundaries, and pleasure, Dorian's mission is to foster greater self-awareness, confidence, and safety in the next generation.

In this episode, Debra and Dorian share tips and wisdom on how parents can raise children who love their bodies. Tune in as they discuss the importance of parents using correct anatomical terms with young children, avoiding shame, and having ongoing conversations about sexuality rather than a single "big talk", why this step is necessary for helping kids build awareness and cultivate a positive relationship with their bodies, how this can safeguard children from sexual abuse, and more.

Check Out Dorian's New Books: All About Penises and All About Vulvas & Vaginas at: https://learningaboutbodies.com/

"Children who know the correct words for their body parts also have a lower risk of being sexually abused. So it helps keep your child safe, in addition to giving them that sense of ownership over their bodies that they'll hopefully carry their whole lives." —Dorian Solot

Talking about bodies, sex, and sexuality with children is often a challenging and uncomfortable topic for many parents. However, avoiding these conversations can lead to misinformation and a lack of awareness, which could contribute to harmful consequences later on. Dorian Solot, a mom, author, and sexuality educator, aims to break the cycle of silence and shame surrounding body knowledge and sexuality. Through her two new children's books, All About Penises and All About Vulvas & Vaginas, she advocates for normalizing discussions about anatomy, boundaries, and pleasure.

In this episode, Debra and Dorian dive into the importance of fostering body-positive conversations with kids. They share actionable tips for parents on how to raise children who love and respect their bodies, from using correct anatomical terms to ensuring that ongoing conversations around sexuality are open, positive, and informative.

Key Takeaways: 🗣️ The importance of using correct anatomical terms with children to foster understanding and body ownership 🔒 How open conversations about bodies and boundaries can protect children from abuse and instill confidence 💬 Why ongoing dialogue about sexuality is crucial—more than just a one-time "big talk" ❤️ How fostering a positive relationship with their bodies helps children develop self-awareness and emotional resilience

Tune in for an enlightening conversation that equips parents to navigate the sensitive yet crucial subject of body positivity and sexuality education with their children.

Check Out Dorian's New Books: All About Penises and All About Vulvas & Vaginas.

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Episode Highlights:

02:36 Starting at Home

08:24 Taking the Birth Wisdom to Practice

14:38 How Parents Can Teach Their Kids About Their Bodies

19:07 Befriend Your Body

21:27 How to Succeed with "The Talk"

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Ep 108 Description:

"Pregnancy and new parenthood are not for the faint of heart. But it's okay to feel a little out of sorts. It's okay to feel overwhelmed. That doesn't mean you're a bad person or bad parent— it means you're human. Softening towards yourself is important." —Olivia Bergeron

Postpartum is a time of immense change and adjustment. New mothers are navigating physical and emotional recovery from childbirth while also learning to care for a newborn. It can be an overwhelming experience made more difficult by a lack of support and self-care.

Olivia Bergeron is a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist who founded Mommy Groove Therapy and Parent Coaching to help moms and dads through empathy, connection, and self-care. She teaches postpartum doula workshops and provides virtual parent coaching to support new parents' mental health and ease the challenges of postpartum.

Don't miss this week's episode as Debra and Olivia dive into the importance of validating the challenges of postpartum, giving time for self-care, especially for new mothers, the power of challenging negative thoughts and self-criticism, and the benefits of preparing for postpartum care early on.

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"Pregnancy and new parenthood are not for the faint of heart. But it's okay to feel a little out of sorts. It's okay to feel overwhelmed. That doesn't mean you're a bad person or bad parent—it means you're human. Softening towards yourself is important." —Olivia Bergeron

The transition to parenthood, especially during the postpartum period, can be overwhelming. New parents, particularly mothers, are adjusting physically and emotionally after childbirth while also learning to care for their newborn. However, the challenges of postpartum recovery are often compounded by a lack of support, unrealistic expectations, and the absence of self-care.

In this episode, Olivia Bergeron, a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist, shares her expertise on navigating the emotional landscape of postpartum life. As the founder of Mommy Groove Therapy and Parent Coaching, Olivia provides practical insights into how new parents can prioritize their mental health and ease the transition into new parenthood.

Key Takeaways: 💖 The importance of validating the challenges of postpartum and acknowledging the overwhelming nature of the experience 🧘‍♀️ Why self-care is essential for new mothers (and parents in general) and how to make it a priority 🧠 Strategies for combating negative thoughts, self-criticism, and societal pressure around parenting ⏳ The benefits of preparing for postpartum care early to avoid burnout and set realistic expectations 👶 Olivia also shares her helpful guide for parents to support their journey—grab it here!

Listen in for a heart-centered conversation that will inspire you to show up with compassion for yourself as you navigate the transformative journey of new parenthood.

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Episode Highlights:

02:47 A Focus on Postpartum Care

10:04 Tips for Managing Stress and Anxiety

14:14 Cultivation Positivity During Challenging Times

18:59 Preparing for Parenthood

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Ep 107 Description:

"We don't get to choose our labor; we get to choose how we respond." —Tamara Walker

While birth plans aim to prepare us for what's to come, the reality is that labor does not always go according to plan. Tamara Walker's story is a powerful example of just how quickly things can change. With her first birth, she felt in control as labor progressed gradually over many hours. However, her second showed her how unpredictable it can be.

Tamara is a childbirth educator and doula. With over 20 years of experience in nursing and birth work, she is passionate about empowering birthing people through education. Tamara teaches childbirth classes through Birth Bootcamp and offers doula services to help clients achieve their desired birth experiences.

Listen in as Tamara talks about the stark differences she observed between a hospital birth and one at a birthing center as well as insights from her own labors— one a long but gradual process, and the other taking an unexpected turn requiring intervention on the side of a highway.

Debra and Tamara also discuss how the unexpected can occur in labor and the importance of listening to your body's cues, the importance of open communication and emotional support, the role of education and trust in creating positive birth experiences, the need to choose the right birth support team, and the importance of processing emotions after birth even when the outcome was positive.

"We don't get to choose our labor; we get to choose how we respond." —Tamara Walker

While birth plans can help us prepare for what we think might happen, the reality is that labor often unfolds in unexpected ways. In this episode, Tamara Walker, a seasoned childbirth educator and doula with over 20 years of experience, shares her eye-opening story of how quickly birth can take an unexpected turn. With her first birth, she experienced a slow and gradual labor, feeling in control throughout the process. But her second labor taught her how unpredictable childbirth can be—leading to an unforgettable moment of giving birth on the side of a highway!

Tamara walks us through: 🚗 Her powerful story of an unplanned birth outside the hospital 👶 The difference between a hospital birth and one at a birthing center 💬 How to listen to your body's cues and adjust when things don't go as planned 🤝 The importance of communication, emotional support, and trust in your birth team 🧘‍♀️ The role of education in making informed decisions and empowering parents during labor 💖 The need to process and honor your emotions after birth, even when the experience is positive

Tamara's insights and tips will empower you to navigate birth's unexpected moments with confidence and resilience. Whether you're expecting or preparing to support someone in their birthing journey, this episode is full of valuable wisdom to help you embrace the unknowns of labor.

🌟 Tune in for a refreshing and insightful conversation on navigating unexpected moments during childbirth!

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Episode Highlights:

03:30 The Importance of Preparation

09:09 Powerful Birth Stories

14:52 Navigating Unexpected Birth Experiences

20:40 Birthing in a Car!

25:13 Preparation for a Positive Birth Experience

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Ep 106 Description:

"We shouldn't underestimate our emotions and what that can do to us as we are carrying the child and giving birth." —Ma Ananda Sarita

Tantra offers powerful tools to prepare the mind, body, and spirit for birth. As birth approaches, Tantra encourages transcending cultural conditioning of pain to rediscover birth as a natural, ecstatic process. With regular practice, its methods support relaxing into birth's unfolding rather than resisting it through fear.

This week, Debra sits with world-renowned Tantra Master, Ma Ananda Sarita to discuss conscious conception, conscious pregnancy, and conscious birth. As a master healer, she guides students on the spiritual path of self-realization through Tantra, meditation, and healing past psychological issues.

Listen in as Debra and Ma Ananda talk about the spiritual essence of Tantra, exploring its application to meditation, love, and devotion, cultural conditioning and past experiences that hinder women's potential, the importance of deconditioning and trusting the body's natural abilities, the connection between meditation, conscious conception, and pleasure in motherhood and birth, as well as the transformative potential of this approach.

✨ "We shouldn't underestimate our emotions and what that can do to us as we are carrying the child and giving birth." —Ma Ananda Sarita ✨

Tantra is not just an ancient spiritual practice; it's a profound tool for transforming the birthing experience. By shifting away from cultural conditioning that associates birth with pain, Tantra allows individuals to reconnect with the ecstatic, natural flow of childbirth. Regular practice of Tantra supports relaxation, mindfulness, and surrender, empowering birthing individuals to trust in their bodies and the transformative process of labor.

In this enlightening episode, Debra sits down with Ma Ananda Sarita, a world-renowned Tantra Master, to explore how Tantra can be a key preparation for an orgasmic birth. They dive into: 🌀 The spiritual essence of Tantra and its application to conscious conception, pregnancy, and birth 💖 The importance of meditation, love, and devotion in birthing 🌸 How to decondition cultural fears and trust your body's natural ability to birth 💫 The transformative potential of Tantra to unlock pleasure and power during childbirth

Whether you're a first-time parent or preparing for your next birth, this conversation offers spiritual and practical tools for an empowered, orgasmic birthing experience. Tune in and discover how Tantra can transform your path to motherhood and beyond.

🌟 Ready to experience birth as a natural, ecstatic process? Listen now!

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Episode Highlights:

04:34 Sexuality and Motherhood

11:26 The Importance of Pre-Conception Care

18:53 Deconditioning From Pain

24:10 Tantra for Sexual Healing and Ecstasy

32:01 Spirituality and Birth Practices

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