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Radical Childbirth Education

by Joni Edelman

Childbirth Education for parents and providers who want the low-down on the down-low. Episodes on subject matter that is important to you and includes unbiased, objective information to aid you in decision-making through your pregnancy and birth.

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Episodes

  1. ep. 14 diabetes in pregnancy

    In this episode of Radical Childbirth Education, Joni Edelman takes on the diabetes debate with zero sugar-coating (pun intended). She breaks down how your pancreas actually works, why gestational diabetes diagnoses skyrocketed after the 2020 guideline shift, and how the fear of ‘big babies’…

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  2. ep 13. history of midwifery & freebirth chat

    After a six-month break, Joni returns to the mic with an honest and fiery episode. She shares updates on her recent apprenticeship, dives into the tangled history of midwifery, and speaks candidly about licensure, free birth, and the deeper questions of autonomy in birth work. This episode is…

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  3. ep. 12 | care provider breakdown

    All about care providers in pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum. But first we'll address medical research in maternal-fetal medicine and the ways it fails us and how we can better make decisions during the childbearing year. OB/GYNs to traditional midwives and everyone in between. We talk…

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  4. ep. 11 | summer of 24 (births)

    We're back after a (long) summer break. Today Joni reviews the 24 births she attended over the summer. Comparing outcomes between hospital, birth, center, and home, you get a first hand accounting of what is what. *** Whapio Find me: Radical Childbirth Education @ https://www.13moonsbirthwork.com...

  5. ep. 10 | Induction of labor

    ep. 10 | Induction of labor (part 1) CONTENT NOTICE: discussion of fetal and maternal death in this episode Today we're talking about labor induction. Why might your OB be recommending it? When might you need it? When can (and should) you say no? Is it really dangerous to stay pregnant past 42...

  6. ep. 9 | Should I hire a doula?

    ep. 9 | Should I hire a doula? Today on the podcast Joni talks doulas. What do they do? What is their scope of practice? What is the difference between a midwife and a doula? Do you need one even if you're getting an epidural or having a c-section? Resources/research mentioned in this episode:...

  7. ep. 8 | Four questions to ask your care provider

    My top 4 questions to ask your care provider during pregnancy. See them on IG here: https://www.instagram.com/p/C20MLoZp-4h/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== While most folks are asking the important question about c-section rates, that is not the only important thing to ask.…

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  8. ep. 7 | The Myth of the Big Baby

    Is my baby too big to fit through my pelvis? Probably not. In this episode, Joni addresses the "big baby" fear. From personal to professional Joni shares her experiences with dystocia, discusses how they usually happen, and WHY physicians are so fearful of a "stuck" baby. Find me: Radical...

  9. ep. 6 | Can I handle the pain of labor?

    Can you handle the pain of labor? Of course, you can. In today's episode we're talking PAIN. How to talk to yourself about labor sensations matters. Your location and support team matter. Learn about the Fear-Tension-Pain connection and the importance of interrupting those fear signals. Grad your...

  10. ep. 5 | Birth in America.

    What's wrong with birth in America? A few things. Today we're talking about the how maternal medicine got where it is today and how we can do better. Find me: Radical Childbirth Education @ https://www.13moonsbirthwork.com Instagram (personal) Email me: [email protected] Links to valuable…

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  11. ep.4 | The Physiology of Birth

    In this episode, we're talking about the physiology of birth. Birth is a physiological process! We often behave like it's a medical one but that's untrue. It's not unlike pooping! Understanding birth physiology can help us understand exactly what's happening and the importance of leaving it ALONE...

  12. ep. 3 | How do I get people to leave me alone in the hospital?

    Answering another Instagram follower question today. How do I keep people out of my room? HOW do I get them to leave me ALONE? You deserve to have whatever level of privacy you desire regardless of where you birth. This episode contains some practical tips and tricks to assure privacy. Find me:...

  13. ep. 2 | "I didn't want to birth on my back! How did that happen?"

    Today we’re addressing one of the most common concerns from my Instagram followers: I did not want to push or deliver on my back but that’s exactly how I ended up! WHY? I’ll explain how you ended up there and how you can avoid it if you’re birthing in the hospital again. Find me: Radical…

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  14. episode 1 | Who am I?

    The quickie intro just so you know who you're working with. Find me: Radical Childbirth Education @ https://www.13moonsbirthwork.com Instagram (personal) Email me: [email protected]

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Childbirth Education for parents and providers who want the low-down on the down-low.

Episodes on subject matter that is important to you and includes unbiased, objective information to aid you in decision-making through your pregnancy and birth.

HOSTED BY

Joni Edelman

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How many episodes does Radical Childbirth Education have?

Radical Childbirth Education currently has 14 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is Radical Childbirth Education about?

Childbirth Education for parents and providers who want the low-down on the down-low. Episodes on subject matter that is important to you and includes unbiased, objective information to aid you in decision-making through your pregnancy and birth.

How often does Radical Childbirth Education release new episodes?

Radical Childbirth Education has 14 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Who hosts Radical Childbirth Education?

Radical Childbirth Education is created and hosted by Joni Edelman.
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