Ep.74 Midwifing the Taboo: Reclaiming Birth, Death, and the Erotic as Sacred - Siân Marie Pilkington

Send us Fan MailReclaiming The Wild Feminine: An Intimate Conversation with Siann Marie PilkingtonIn this empowering episode, Lisa Dawn introduces Sian Marie Pilkington, a radical birth guide, mother of four, and scholar of the sacred. Join them as they dive deep into Sian's journey from traditional doula to a transformative figure in the birthing community, her unique sensory awareness in birth, and her radical perspectives on motherhood, sexuality, and communal care. They explore themes of primal knowing, the raw beauty of birth and life, the journey of queer identity, and the revolutionary idea of 'motherarchy,' a reclamation of matriarchy and communal support. This conversation is a heartfelt exploration of love, liberation, and the vital importance of connections and presence in our lives.Follow Sian on Instagram Follow Lisa on instagram 00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:37 Meet Sean Marie Pilkington01:56 Sean's Journey as a Birth Worker03:17 Exploring Motherhood and Community05:07 The Radical Birth Guide16:05 Mentorship and Community Care37:06 Queerness and Non-Monogamy53:50 Embracing Openness with Children54:52 Parenting Through Crisis56:56 Community and Collective Care01:02:17 The Wise Woman Way01:11:51 Navigating Identity and Change01:18:34 Soft Power and Mother Archey01:30:20 Rupture and Repair in Relationships01:37:24 Conclusion and Farewell