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Mackenzie River interviews Whapio Diane Bartlett about her pioneering work in midwifery and the sacred process of birth.

In this episode I interview, Whapio Diane Bartlett. For over 40 years, Whapio has been a pioneer in the world of midwifery and birthkeeping, redefining how we understand and approach birth since 1985. As an Elder Midwife, educator, and mentor, Whapio has devoted her life to raising the consciousness of birth and transforming how families, caregivers, and communities honor this sacred process. She is one of my most cherished mentors, in this conversation we dive into the realms of what Whapio ...

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Host: Mackenzie River

Guest: Whapio Diane Bartlett

Topics covered

• midwifery
• birthkeeping
• consciousness
• education
• mentorship

Keywords

• midwifery
• birth
• Whapio Diane Bartlett
• education
• mentorship
• consciousness
• sacred process

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