EPISODE · Sep 24, 2024 · 1H 1M
37. Hapu Wānanga; Māori Birthing Practices with Tawera Trinder
from ĀIO: a road to peace · host Tarikura Kapea
Today we are exploring Māori birthing practices, we are joined by Tawera Trinder a Māori midwife who works with whānau Māori alongside their pregnancy journey. Tawera and her team of wāhine deliver kaupapa Māori antenatal education wānanga, that is enriched with tikanga practices and principles. The kaupapa within the wānanga are delivered, and seen through a te ao Māori lens, in addition to the sensitive and articulate delivery of clinical and midwifery content. This is a powerfulful lens into the Māori worldview, highlighting the nurturing and spiritual dimensions of the sacredness of birth. What we cover: Whenua ki te whenua - the practice of burying the placenta Muka tie - tying of the umbilical cord Oriori - an incantation for birth Hapori - Post natal garment Misscarage Tapu and Noa within the birthing space SOCIALS: TAWERA TRINDER website | hapuwanangataranaki.co.nz instagram | @hapuwanangakitaranaki AIO instagram | @aio.thepodcast tik tok | @aio.thepodcast TARIKURA instagram | @tarikura_
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