Radical Childbirth Education

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’ fuels unnecessary inductions and interventions. Expect a mix of physiology, politics, and birth sovereignty...

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 part personal reflection, part history lesson, and part call to reclaim traditional wisdom in the face of...

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 about education and outcomes. Find me: Radical Childbirth Education @ https://www.13moonsbirthwork.com Per...

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 Personal Instagram Birth Instagram Email me: joniedelman@gmail.com

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 weeks? These questions and more are answered on this episode. Resources/research mentioned in this episod...

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: Austin Birth Company https://www.cochrane.org/CD003766/PREG_continuous-support-women-during-childbirth ht...

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. Join me as we explore four alternative questions to consider when you are choosing a care provider. Fi...

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 Childbirth Education @  https://www.13moonsbirthwork.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/joniedelman www.ins...

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 free handout: https://thirteenmoonsmidwifery.squarespace.com/resources Find me: Radical Childbirth Edu...

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: joniedelman@gmail.com Links to valuable info addressed in the episode: http://www.birthful.com/podcastperineum/ https://www.cochrane.org/CD006672/...

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 to do what it knows how to do. Study of epidurals and the hormones of birth: https://nationalpartnersh...

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: Radical Childbirth Education @ https://www.13moonsbirthwork.com Instagram (personal) Email me: joniedelm...

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 Childbirth Education @ https://www.13moonsbirthwork.com Instagram (personal) Email me: joniedelman@gmail.com Li...

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: joniedelman@gmail.com