On this episode of Pretty Furious, Maggie Gehlsen-Burnett & Mallory Hagan do a little deep dive into The Guardian’s exposé on the Free Birth Society, a world of fuckery you are likely not ready for.

The Guardian’s article here.

Donate to Adriana Smith’s GoFundMe here.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Free Birthing Phenomenon

05:23 Adriana Smith’s Story and Healthcare System Critique

11:14 Military Orders and Political Hypocrisy

17:44 Understanding Free Birthing and Its Risks

24:05 The Consequences of Free Birth

27:52 The Rise of the Free Birth Society

33:44 The Dangers of Radical Responsibility

39:04 The Role of Radical Birthkeepers

43:24 The Impact of Free Birth on Maternal and Infant Health

48:08 The Psychological Manipulation Behind Free Birth

53:37 The Need for Better Support for Expecting Mothers

This Week’s Product Mentions:

La Roche-Posay B5 Cicaplast Spray

Wella Demi-permanent Hair Color

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