The Day After The Day After The Election

Ravae Sinclair and Denise Bolds discuss the emotional and physical impact of the 2024 U.S. presidential election, expressing feelings of betrayal and fear for the future. They highlight the potential loss of reproductive rights and privacy due to the Supreme Court's conservative leanings and the erosion of bodily autonomy. They also address the broader implications for healthcare, particularly the shortage of medical professionals and the challenges faced by immigrants. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community, support for birth workers, and the need for systemic change to protect reproductive health and access to quality care.

Co-Hosts

Ravae Sinclair @birthconnections @natlbirthpostpartumpros

Denise Bolds @bolddoula @blackwomendovbac

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Outline

Impact of the Election on Personal Well-being

• Ravae Sinclair expresses her emotional state, mentioning she has "all the feels" and is struggling to find words.
• Denise Bolds shares her physical and emotional symptoms, feeling unwell and comparing the impact of the election results to past elections.
• Ravae Sinclair discusses the broader impact of American elections on the world and the importance of voting.
• Both hosts reflect on feeling betrayed and the fear of losing freedoms and equity gained.

Personal and Professional Reactions to the Election

• Denise Bolds describes her experience in New York City, particularly during the pandemic, and her triggering feelings upon hearing the election results.
• Denise Bolds emphasizes her concerns as a black woman and birth worker, highlighting the impact of the election on her family and her profession.
• Ravae Sinclair discusses the potential loss of reproductive rights and the impact of the Supreme Court's decisions on privacy rights.
• Both hosts express their frustration and anger over the election outcome and its implications for future generations.

Impact on Reproductive Rights and Healthcare

• Ravae Sinclair explains the potential long-term impact of the Supreme Court's decisions on reproductive rights and privacy.
• The conversation touches on the erosion of privacy rights and the potential for a lifetime appointment of Supreme Court justices.
• Ravae Sinclair discusses the challenges faced by women seeking medical care during the pandemic and the impact of heartbeat laws.
• Denise Bolds shares her personal experience with miscarriages and the suffering women endure due to lack of access to necessary medical care.

Challenges Faced by Birth Workers and Medical Professionals

• Ravae Sinclair and Denise Bolds discuss the challenges faced by birth workers and medical professionals, particularly in the context of the pandemic.
• The conversation highlights the impact of immigration policies on the healthcare system and the shortage of medical professionals.
• Ravae Sinclair shares a story from a Facebook group about the difficulties faced by women seeking medical care in states with strict abortion laws.
• Both hosts emphasize the importance of access to quality healthcare and the role of birth workers in supporting women during pregnancy and childbirth.

Future of Reproductive Rights and Healthcare Access

• Ravae Sinclair discusses the potential long-term impact of the Supreme Court's decisions on reproductive rights and healthcare access.
• The conversation touches on the importance of judicial appointments and the potential for change in the healthcare system.
• Ravae Sinclair emphasizes the need for systemic change to protect reproductive rights and ensure access to quality healthcare.
• Both hosts express their commitment to supporting birth workers and advocating for reproductive rights and healthcare access.

Community and Support for Birth Workers

• Ravae Sinclair and Denise Bolds discuss the importance of community and support for birth workers in the face of challenges.
• The conversation highlights the role of organizations like the National Birth and Postpartum Professionals Organization in supporting birth workers.
• Both hosts emphasize the need for well-versed and well-supported birth workers to meet the needs of families in America.
• The conversation concludes with a call to action for birth workers to join supportive communities and advocate for reproductive rights and healthcare access.