In this enlightening conversation, Dawn Thompson and Nicole Harlot engage with Ashley Mariani, a registered social worker and breathwork practitioner, to explore the dynamics of feminine and masculine roles in relationships, particularly during the perinatal period. They discuss the importance of masculine support for women, the concept of empowerment versus authority in birth spaces, and the need for partners to take an active role in advocating for women's needs during childbirth. The conversation emphasizes the significance of intuition, community support, and the role of wisdom keepers in guiding women through their journeys of motherhood and healing.

Ashley Mariani, MSW, RSW is a couples therapist, polarity educator, and advocate against obstetric violence. With a background in sexuality, marriage, and family studies, she specializes in helping couples rebuild intimacy after birth trauma. Ashley integrates a nervous system-informed approach, guiding men to embody mature masculine leadership in birth and relationships while supporting women in reclaiming safety, desire, and connection postpartum. Her work challenges mainstream narratives around birth, sex, and partnership, empowering couples to navigate these transitions with clarity and confidence.www.mindonline.ca@mindonline.ca@Therogue.therapist@heartandhearthministry

In this episode, Nicole Harlot and Dawn Thompson engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Elizabeth van der Wilt, a certified doula and holistic women's health coach. They explore the sacredness of mammalian birth, drawing parallels between animal and human birthing experiences. Elizabeth shares her unique insights from witnessing a cow give birth on her farm, emphasizing the natural processes involved and the importance of minimal intervention. The discussion also highlights the postpartum period, the need for support systems, and the often-overlooked aspects of maternal health. The episode encourages listeners to rethink their perspectives on birth and the support women need during this transformative time.

Connect with Lisa @fruitfulwombdoulaElisabeth van der Wilt has had a love for birth since the age of 11. Considering herself multi-passionate she helps women over the age of 30 making sure they get the support they need from fertility/infertility, until postpartum and even menopause. Being a one stop shop for everyone. If she isn't helping people as a doula, she also runs a homestead with her parents and siblings.
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Join Co-Hosts Nicole and Dawn chat about their own experiences, opinions and stories about Inductions and C-Sections and how physiological birth is not seen in most places to birth.

induction, cesarean, maternal health, birth, intuition, active participation, informed decision-making, historical context, medical interventions, postpartum