198: Sovereign Births: The Transformative Power of Birth Doulas

In this episode of the Future Generations podcast, Dr. Stanton Hom engages in a profound discussion with Eyla, a seasoned birth doula, educator, and birth trauma alchemist. Together the two dive deep into the significance of empowering women during childbirth. This episode emphasizes the importance of sovereignty, safety, and informed choice in birthing experiences, as they explore how Eyla's comprehensive doula training program equips participants with knowledge on physiological birth processes, interventions, and the importance of addressing personal growth and healing. The conversation highlights the challenges faced by doulas and expectant parents in navigating the medicalized landscape of birth, the legal, and cultural dynamics affecting birth practices globally, and the transformative journey of becoming a doula. Eyla's unique approach to doula training focuses not just on the mechanics of childbirth but on fostering deep personal healing, advocating for informed consent, and cultivating entrepreneurship among doulas. They will also discuss the broader implications of birth practices on societal health and the critical role of doulas in bridging the gap between traditional birthing wisdom and modern healthcare paradigms.

00:00 Welcome to the Future Generations Podcast
01:03 Introducing Eyla: A Birth Doula's Journey and Mission
01:19 The Evolution of Birth Practices and Doula Training
02:13 Navigating the Challenges of Birthwork in a Divisive Climate
05:51 The Importance of Sovereignty and Informed Consent in Birthwork
11:05 Healing and Integration: The Role of Doulas in Modern Birth
17:39 Empowering Birth Choices: The Doula's Perspective
26:55 Creating a New Paradigm in Doula Training and Birth Support
31:16 Exploring Informed Consent and Birth Choices
32:44 The Importance of Knowing Your Choices in Birth
33:05 Redefining Safety and Success in Birth
34:55 Doula Training: A Global Perspective
37:38 Building Community and Business as a Doula
40:21 Adapting Doula Practices Across Cultures
44:43 The Doula's Role in Personal and Client Growth
46:13 Entrepreneurship and Longevity in Doula Work
55:35 The Impact of Birth on Society and Individual Healing