S3E8: Holistic Obstetrics. In conversation with Dr Natalie Elphinstone.

In this episode we sit down with the inspirational and warm Dr Natalie Elphinstone. Mother of four and experienced obstetrician, Nat opens up frankly and honestly about her journey into motherhood alongside her obstetric career. She explains to us how her practice has changed over time. Natalie’s perspective on birth and obstetric intervention is refreshing and looks at it from a holistic point of view. We also discuss Maternal-Assisted Caesareans as a mode of birth and the benefits of having this option. We couldn’t stop talking with the bubbly and deeply knowledgeable Nat, we know you will get A LOT from this episode.
Get in touch with Nat via instagram @drnatalieelphinstone

We apologise that this episode contains glitches.  It was recorded over zoom and the program cut out a few words here and there. 

We are proud to announce that the episode is sponsored by Holistic Lactation Consulting. Founded by Jessica Kahan, Holistic Lactation Consulting services the Mornington Peninsula and Bayside suburbs. Jess provides breastfeeding support to women from pregnancy all the way through to weaning. Jessica is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and a Registered Midwife and a mother of two. Jess can provide both in person and zoom consultations to families in need. In Addition to her LC work, Jess is trained in gentle sleep and settling supports using the Possums approach (developed by Dr Pamela Douglas). Get in touch with Jess on instagram http://www.instagram.com/holistic_lactation_consulting

The episode discusses the following:

Dr Natalie Ephinstone's transition from maiden to mother. What drew Nat to study obstetrics? How has Nat's practice changed over her career span? The cascade of intervention's impact on the physiological process of birth.Backlash from from peers in the industryIs any woman suited to obstetric care or should we keep obstetricians for women with ‘risk’?Maternal-Assisted caesarsThe birth stories shared by Nat to her communityBirth trauma

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Thanks for listening and pls share us with your mother community!
Love, Mel and Cel