Bean Ghlúine of the Burren, The Midwife of County Clare with Sarah Richardson

About this episode

This episode features a conversation with midwife Sarah Richardson about the sacred role of the bean ghlúine in Irish mythology and her work in conscious conception and birth.

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People in this episode

Host: Marisa Goudy

Guest: Sarah Richardson

Topics covered

• midwifery
• mythology
• Irish culture
• spirituality
• birth and rebirth

Keywords

• midwife
• Irish mythology
• Brigid
• Danu
• birth
• spirituality
• sacred
• conscious conception

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: WOMAN: A Guide to Living Your Best Life by Setting Yourself Free and Coming Home to Your True Self

Places: County Clare, Burren

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