3 Months!

Personal updates, business growth, and nonprofit work. Ravae and Denise are back after a 3-month break, catching up with listeners. They discuss their busy schedules, podcast hiatus, and future plans. Denise Bolds shares updates on her personal and professional life, including travel and business growth. Ravae Sinclair expands agency, launches online training programs, and supports nonprofit while taking breaks and enjoying personal time. Post-pandemic changes in the birthing space, including increased inductions and doula burnout. 7:33 Denise Bolds highlights post-pandemic changes in the birthing space, including increased inductions, doula burnout, and hospital closures. Ravae Sinclair seeks Denise's insights on the energy and vibe in the birth world since the pandemic, with a focus on shifting dynamics and professionals leaving their roles. Birth workers' experiences with social media and reproductive rights. 10:28 Ravae Sinclair and Denise Bolds discuss the importance of Facebook groups for doulas, providing emotional and financial support. Doulas need community building and connection, which Facebook groups can offer, despite being isolated in their work. Ravae Sinclair observes growth in realization of the impact of reproductive rights loss on birth workers, with some feeling the pinch and others seeking business building skills. Ravae Sinclair sees some people pulling back from social media due to life's challenges, while others continue to vocalize their opinions and priorities. The state of the birth world, including burnout, lack of leadership, and traumatic birth experiences. 15:10 Ravae and Denise discuss the importance of continued learning and mentorship in the birthing industry. Ravae Sinclair and Denise Bolds discuss the challenges of being a doula, including burnout and the need for responsible and experienced professionals. Many doulas are experiencing burnout, with some leaving the profession entirely, while others are struggling to keep up with the demands of their work. Birth professionals describe chaotic and traumatic situations in the wild west of childbirth. Optimism and solutions for improving the state of birth in the US, with a focus on nurses' roles and accountability. 21.49 Ravae Sinclair emphasizes the importance of nurses in the birth process and calls for accountability. Sinclair and others aim to develop into educators and leaders in the field, offering advanced courses and solutions. Ravae Sinclair and Denise Bolds discuss the state of birth work, innovation, and optimism post-pandemic. They reflect on their experiences during the pandemic, including working in hazmat suits and neglecting personal well-being. Pivoting and innovation in doula work, with a focus on childbirth education and virtual training. 26:45 Ravae Sinclair and Denise Bolds discuss innovative doula training programs, including NICU doula training and medical terminology for birth workers. Doulas can help families navigate traumatic gaps during childbirth and postpartum, including those in NICUs, with specific skills and support. Ravae Sinclair is focusing on supporting birth businesses and parents with convenient, accessible education. She is developing self-paced childbirth education modules and innovating her contracts for doulas and agencies. Ravae Sinclair and Denise Bolds discuss their return to sharing tips and ideas after taking a break.