Instinctive Birth

Evony Lynch
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Instinctive Birth is the podcast for pregnant women and birthing people seeking a physiological/natural birth, and for the doulas and birth workers supporting them. Each episode is an evidence-informed conversation about optimising physiological birth, navigating the maternity system, while recognising the complexity in making birth choices, and the value of medical support when needed. Hosted by Evony Lynch, a former NHS midwife of 20 years, doula, birth educator and creator of The Instinctive Birth Method.

  1. 5d ago

    Making Radical Birth Choices in the Medical System

    Birth is being Reclaimed!  Following several local births where a group of women have made conscious choices about their pregnancies and births, we are seeing first hand the intersection of the medical model and the those choosing undisturbed physiological birth. Making choices that do not align with guidelines and expectations around 'safe' birth may create anxiety and potential friction. But does it really need to be this way? Join me and experienced birthkeeper Julie as we share what we are witnessing and experiencing as birthkeepers down here in West Cornwall and consider how we create bridges for everyone. Resources to explore: Supporting Physiological Birth Choices in Midwifery Practice by Claire Feeley Dr Sara Wickham - Freebirth Enjoyed this podcast? DOWNLOAD MY FREE GUIDE - Reclaiming Birth: A Birthkeeper's Handbook AND follow my birth insights on Instagram @wayofthebirthkeeper

    Making Radical Birth Choices in the Medical System

  2. 5d ago

    Listen to the Whispers of the Universe.

    I talk about my close call of repeating old patterns, how we can tune into our inner voice and follow the fire in your heart.

  3. 5d ago

    Why I don't fit in the medical model

    In this episode I explore the medical model and how understanding my own values helped me understand my struggles within the system. I also talk about although my work is centred on physiological birth, I don't have a dogmatic approach and that being balanced is important to me and my teaching. My ethos is centred on my values of freedom, integrity, humility, and compassion and intelligence. You are free to create your own way - there's no dogma here. To practise with humilty and integrity - always learning To show compassion to others and the journey they are on - no judgement To be balanced - I believe in the power of birth, yet I respect that both pregnancy and birth canbe unpredictable. Sometimes medical support can supplement a holistic approach. What are your values and are you living and working in alignment with them? I'd love to hear your thoughts! Email me or DM me on Instagram! Love Evony x

  4. 5d ago

    Birth Truths.

    I'm back with a new name, a new look, and fired up to tell the truth about birth. Join me as I explain the reason behind 'Birth Truths', my mission and why we all have been corrupted to believe that physiological birth is just game of chance that we all need saving from... The breech research that closed the door on vaginal breech birth... (although some places, 20 years later, are slowly reclaiming the skills) The Term Breech Trial, 2000. Follow me on Instagram: @evony.lynch About me: https://wayofthebirthkeeper.org/ Sign up for my newsletter - get my Birth Truths guide.

  5. 5d ago

    Stop serving the system -with Kemi Johnson Birth Activist.

    Kemi Johnson - outspoken birth activist, former independent midwife turned birthkeeper, speaker and educator - dives into the truth about birth in our society today. With swearing included we explore... Whether the birth trauma report inadvertently produces more fear and like a snake eating its own tail; more medicalisation? Why serving the system is not the answer Why women are choosing to have a wise woman at their birth - not a midwifePlus, listen to us two elder - but hot (Kemi's words!) - experienced birthkeepers tell you how f$cking awesome birth is across the spectrum of 'risk'. Follow her and her work here - from pregnancy Power Hours ("the antidote to the grooming of the medical system") to birthkeeper mentoring: Instagram: @kemibirthjoyjohnson https://www.kemibirthjoyjohnson.com/ Feeling the call to birthwork? Join me on my next intake of the Birthkeeper Programme! https://wayofthebirthkeeper.org/birthkeeper-course/

  6. 5d ago

    Freebirth: Truth, Honesty and Integrity

    Summary In this conversation, Evony discusses the concept of free birth, emphasising the importance of personal choice and the narratives surrounding birth experiences. She critiques the medical model of birth, highlighting the need for support and integrity in the birthing process. Evony advocates for creating safe spaces for discussions about birth, encouraging individuals to trust their intuition and make informed choices about their birthing experiences. Key Takeaways Free birth is defined by personal choice and autonomy.Many people choose free birth to avoid trauma from previous experiences.The medical model often fails to respect physiological birth.Support from midwives and birth keepers is crucial.There is a need for more education on physiological birth.Integrity and transparency are essential in birth support.Respect for diverse birth experiences is necessary.Creating safe spaces for birth discussions fosters growth.Pregnancy and birth should be viewed as beautiful experiences.Access to medical support varies, but is a privilege in the UK. Keywords free birth, birth choices, medical model, birth support, physiological birth, birth narratives, home birth, birth trauma, birth integrity, birth community

  7. Sep 13

    Supporting 40+ Weeks Pregnancy

    As I currently wait for a baby let's just explore a little around this and what clients might need past 40 weeks of pregnancy - and I'm not talking books and podcasts. This is just the beginning of the conversation. If this episode stirred something in you, don't stop here. Come learn how actually to prepare for the birth you want. Undisturbed. Instinctive. Led by you. Join the free monthly birth class If you want to go deeper, the community is where the real work happens. Whole Birth Community

  8. Mar 29

    You don't need support in labour...

    I'm not a doula who gives endless back rubs. I'm the one who sits outside your door while you birth your baby. 20 years as a midwife taught me how to be the quiet presence that someone actually needs. Listen in to my honest thoughts around 'natural birth' and how we can really support it. 00:00 The Role of a Doula: A Unique Perspective 06:42 Understanding Physiological Birth 09:51 Navigating the Birth Experience: Planning and Instincts This is just the beginning of the conversation. If this episode stirred something in you, don't stop here. Come learn how actually to prepare for the birth you want. Undisturbed. Instinctive. Led by you. Join the ⁠free monthly birth class⁠ If you want to go deeper, the community is where the real work happens. ⁠Whole Birth Community⁠

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Instinctive Birth is the podcast for pregnant women and birthing people seeking a physiological/natural birth, and for the doulas and birth workers supporting them. Each episode is an evidence-informed conversation about optimising physiological birth, navigating the maternity system, while recognising the complexity in making birth choices, and the value of medical support when needed. Hosted by Evony Lynch, a former NHS midwife of 20 years, doula, birth educator and creator of The Instinctive Birth Method.

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  • Creator
    Evony Lynch
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Evony Lynch
  • Show Website
    Instinctive Birth