Karen McClay: Calmbirth

For part 3 of my mini series on Childbirth Education options, I speak with Calmbirth director Karen McClay. Following in her father’s footsteps as a midwife and Calmbirth educator, Karen opens up how birth is not just about birthing a baby, but the birth of a mother too. She delves into the importance of acknowledging the emotional side of birth and parenting and discusses how the event of giving birth is monumental in preparing a couple to face parenthood. Karen shares exactly what to expect from a Calmbirth course and offers wisdom on the importance of education in all aspects of life. If you’re trying to chase down her recommended resources, look no further… Books: - Ina May Gaskin “Guide to Childbirth” - Rhea Dempsey “Birthing with Confidence” & “Beyond the Birth Plan” - Heng Ou “The First 40 Days” - Oscar Serrallach “The Postnatal Depletion Cure” - Elly Taylor “Becoming Us” Website: - The Possums Clinic with Pamela Douglas Head to the show notes for links to the Calmbirth website and social media pages.

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Karen McClay: Calmbirth is an episode from Mum Will Know by Claire Wind.

This episode is 44:55 long.

This episode was published on Dec 14, 2020.

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