Social Media and the Rise of the Overnight Midwife

In this episode, we talk about the challenges of running a business in the age of social media. We look back on our experience starting our online birth course before the rise of social media and compare it to the current landscape where anyone can create a profile and post content.

We chat about the lack of discernment and integrity in the birth community, with individuals misrepresenting their experience and using others' content without permission as though that is normal adult behavior. And we touch on the tension between the desire for transparency and the pressure to present a curated and idealized image on social media.

Chapters

00:00 Running a Business in the Age of Social Media
06:32 The Proliferation of Birth-related Businesses on Social Media
09:11 The Lack of Regulation and Transparency in the Birth World
12:09 The Distorted Perception of Birth on Social Media
32:57 Fabrication of Knowledge and Experiences in the Birth Work Community
34:02 The Rise of Fake Spirituality on Social Media
45:37 Prioritizing Authenticity and Genuine Connections in the Birth Work Community

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