#290 Disrupting the U.S. Maternity System with the Directors of ‘Born Free’
#290 Disrupting the U.S. Maternity System with the Directors of ‘Born Free’  
Podcast: Birthing Instincts
Published On: Wed Dec 21 2022
Description: Director Paula James Martinez and Executive Director Sara Ojjeh discuss Born Free, their new film on why the U.S. is the only nation in the developed world with a rising maternal mortality rate. They hope to amplify the need for change in the U.S. maternity system and rebrand our midwifery model while honoring the contributions of the Granny Midwives.In this episode of Birthing Instincts:How racism & a lack of education affect the U.S. birthing systemRebranding and normalizing the midwifery modelWays to create real change in the U.S. maternity systemInvestors, private funding, & creating competition in the current modelHow midwives help with expanding access to care & community buildingThis show is supported by:Splash Blanket | Visit splashblanket.com and use the code BIRTHINGINSTINCTS for 11% off your orderLMNT | Go to drinklmnt.com/birthinginstincts to get a free sample pack with every orderNeeded | Use code BIRTHINGINSTINCTS to save 20% off your one-time order or first three months' subscription OR use code BIRTHINGINSTINCTS100 for $100 off the first three months of a plan at thisisneeded.com.Resources:Watch: Born Free Website: themotherlovers.com Connect with Dr. Stu:Instagram: @birthinginstinctsWebsite: birthinginstincts.comConnect with Blyss:Instagram: @birthingblyssWebsite: birthingblyss.comThis show is produced by Soulfire ProductionsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands