The Possibilist Midwives

Ginger Breedlove

Are you a midwife who’s tired of feeling unheard, overworked, or searching for answers that never seem to come? The Possibilist Midwife is your place to unpack the real challenges of midwifery—and discover what’s truly possible.   Join your hosts and longtime friends Ginger Breedlove and Denise Fryzelka as they dig into the issues holding midwifery back. Through candid conversations and insightful guests, you’ll hear stories that reveal hidden truths, strategies that reframe conflict, and tools to help you reclaim value, power, and respect in your practice.   Whether you’re a veteran midwife or just beginning your journey, you’ll walk away feeling energized, empowered, and ready to engage—not just react.   You’ve found your people. Follow now and join a global movement of midwives determined to end silence, uplift one another, and build what’s possible.   Presented by Grow Midwives, LLC (USA)

  1. Episode 1

    The Possibilist Midwives - Episode 1, January 9, 2026

    In their first episode Ginger & Denise share how they met 36 years ago, their journey into the midwifery profession, explore "Breaking News", and dive into the 'why' behind starting a podcast dedicated to midwives.  "Breaking News" segment of recently filed petition to the U.S. Supreme Court on behalf of Heather Swanson, DNP, CNM that seeks change of statutes banning CNMs attending home birth, represented by the Pacific Legal Foundation. https://journalstar.com/news/state-regional/crime-courts/article_ba9787ac-e41d-4a51-9e69-fd6592b13e17.html William Ury, author seven books with newest release in October 2024, Possible, How We Survive (and Thrive) in an Age of Conflict, and co-author of the international bestseller, Getting To Yes, Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In. Purchase Possible on Audible and hear Ury narrate his 40-year career!  https://www.williamury.com/ Save The Date Grow Midwives 4th annual "Midwifery at the Crossroads" conference, Virtual-only, Thursday, July 23rd. KEYNOTE SPEAKER: William Ury [5 CME pending] Registration opens in May and unlimited due to virtual format. Join us! Whether you're a veteran midwife or just beginning your journey, you'll walk away feeling energized, empowered, and ready to engage - not just react. You've found your people! Co-hosts: Dr.'s Ginger Breedlove, PhD, CNM, FACNM, FAAN & Denise Fryzelka, PhD, CNM, FACNM Email The Possibilist Midwives, with questions: possibilist.midwives@growmidwives.com  Product of Grow Midwives, LLC https://growmidwives.com/ Follow on FaceBook for daily posts https://www.facebook.com/growmidwivesofficial/ Grow Midwives YouTube Channel http://www.youtube.com/@growmidwives Producer: Isaac Booth; Music by Moby Collaboration GM Annual Conference: Virtual Only, July 23rd - William Ury, Keynote Thanks for listening, following & sharing with your friends! (c) Grow Midwives, LLC January 2026

  2. Episode 2

    Identifying Wants & Needs to Elevate Core Values, Establish Boundaries and Guide Decisions

    In their second podcast Ginger and Denise unpack the value of self-reflection and why this is important across a career. They discuss a tool designed by Grow Midwives to identify wants from needs and explain how clarifying personal, professional and financial issues can provide leverage in negotiation. In addition, Ginger offers suggestions on how to use this tool alongside additional survey methods to spark your practice or Affiliate to action.    Link to Wants and Needs Tool https://drive.google.com/file/d/1D9ttwNoPJpUOHBBMB0aeMYgxEKCCSUT3/view?usp=sharing Organizational Assessment using SWOT and PESTLE analysis  https://www.scribd.com/doc/119040692/Swot Co-hosts: Dr.'s Ginger Breedlove, PhD, CNM, FACNM, FAAN & Denise Fryzelka, PhD, CNM, FACNM Email The Possibilist Midwives, with questions: possibilist.midwives@growmidwives.com  Product of Grow Midwives, LLC https://growmidwives.com/ Follow on FaceBook for daily posts https://www.facebook.com/growmidwivesofficial/ Grow Midwives YouTube Channel http://www.youtube.com/@growmidwives Producer: Isaac Booth; Music by Moby Collaboration GM Annual Conference: Virtual Only, July 23rd - William Ury, Keynote Thanks for listening, following & sharing with your friends! (c) Grow Midwives, LLC January 2026

  3. Episode 3

    Episode 3: Follow the Dollars with Guest Arden Schwenker

    In this episode, Ginger and Denise welcome Arden Schwenker, CFO of Grow Midwives LLC and leader of Grow Midwives Billing & Recovery Solutions, for a deep dive into the financial realities shaping midwifery practice today. Arden breaks down common coding challenges, why understanding your Accounts Charged matters more than you think, and how wRVUs can become powerful leverage when negotiating your worth. The conversation also explores Incident-to billing and tackles the financial questions midwives ask most—often answered with Arden’s favorite (and very real) response: #itdepends. This episode kicks off a foundational series on following the money—because financial fluency isn’t optional if you want sustainability, autonomy, and growth in midwifery practice. ✨ Insightful. Practical. Essential listening for midwives ready to understand—and claim—their value. Resources: Arden Schwenker bio https://growmidwives.com/about/arden-schwenker/ Federal Registrar Open Comment for Maternity Care Shortage Area.Matthew Patterson, Senior Advisor, Division of Policy and Shortage Designation, Bureau of Health Workforce, HRSA, 5600 Fishers Lane, phone number: (301) 594-5110, Mail Stop 15SWH03, Rockville, Maryland 20857, or sdb@hrsa.gov. AAPR wRVU calculator https://www.aapc.com/tools/rvu-calculator.aspx?srsltid=AfmBOopchL9FDBHX1n1dX2FFKIAQtfdBtxnrPbsDKBK4nF6Ivrl6AREc Co-hosts: Dr.'s Ginger Breedlove, PhD, CNM, FACNM, FAAN & Denise Fryzelka, PhD, CNM, FACNM Email The Possibilist Midwives, with questions: possibilist.midwives@growmidwives.com  Product of Grow Midwives, LLC https://growmidwives.com/ Follow on FaceBook for daily posts https://www.facebook.com/growmidwivesofficial/ Grow Midwives YouTube Channel http://www.youtube.com/@growmidwives Producer: Isaac Booth; Music by Moby Collaboration GM Annual Conference: Virtual Only, July 23rd - William Ury, Keynote Thanks for listening, following & sharing with your friends! (c) Grow Midwives, LLC January 2026

  4. Episode 4

    Episode 4: Stories, Struggles & Wisdom for Black History Month

    Ginger and Denise welcome their first midwife guest to The Possibilist Midwives podcast, Jualeah Early, CNM. With more than 17 years of full-scope midwifery practice, Jualeah has served in diverse settings—from private practice and a free-standing birth center to her current role as a CNM laborist with OBHG in Florida. In this powerful conversation, she opens up about the challenges and stereotypes Black midwives often encounter throughout their education and professional journeys. Tune in and leave inspired to pause, reflect, and embrace a deeper commitment to listening to patient's. OBHG 2025 Annual Maternal Health Impact Report referenced  https://obhg.com/new-report-what-maternal-health-impact-really-looks-like-beyond-the-metrics/ Application for the two, 2026 Grow Midwives BIPOC $1000 Student Scholarships. Random drawing Feb 28th. https://form.jotform.com/241544340632146 Co-hosts: Dr.'s Ginger Breedlove, PhD, CNM, FACNM, FAAN & Denise Fryzelka, PhD, CNM, FACNM Email The Possibilist Midwives, with questions: possibilist.midwives@growmidwives.com  Product of Grow Midwives, LLC https://growmidwives.com/ Follow on FaceBook for daily posts https://www.facebook.com/growmidwivesofficial/ Grow Midwives YouTube Channel http://www.youtube.com/@growmidwives Producer: Isaac Booth; Music by Moby Collaboration GM Annual Conference: Virtual Only, July 23rd - William Ury, Keynote Thanks for listening, following & sharing with your friends! (c) Grow Midwives, LLC January 2026

  5. Episode 5

    Episode 5: Second First Days: Real Talk on Returning to Practice

    What does it really take to restart a clinical career after years away? Join Ginger and Denise as they talk with Emily Portis, a practicing midwife who faced significant hurdles when re-entering the field after a three-year break. Emily opens up about the "pivots" she made and how she used the strength of her network to land the right role. It’s an honest look at the grit needed to overcome modern healthcare obstacles—from tech advancements to shifting clinical standards, adapting work schedules, and a testament to the power of staying connected during a career gap. Article on ob/gyn workforce: Geographic variation in supply, demand, and adequacy of the obstetrics and gynecology physician workforce: forecasts and shortage risks in the United States. Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2026 Feb 14;313(1):95. doi: 10.1007/s00404-026-08322-5. PMID: 41691088; PMCID: PMC12906581. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41691088/ Co-hosts: Dr.'s Ginger Breedlove, PhD, CNM, FACNM, FAAN & Denise Fryzelka, PhD, CNM, FACNM Email The Possibilist Midwives, with questions: possibilist.midwives@growmidwives.com  Product of Grow Midwives, LLC https://growmidwives.com/ Follow on FaceBook for daily posts https://www.facebook.com/growmidwivesofficial/ Grow Midwives YouTube Channel http://www.youtube.com/@growmidwives Producer: Isaac Booth; Music by Moby Collaboration GM Annual Conference: Virtual Only, July 23rd - William Ury, Keynote Thanks for listening, following & sharing with your friends! (c) Grow Midwives, LLC January 2026

  6. Episode 8

    Episode #8: Red Flags and Rights in Midwife Contracts

    How do you know if the offer is actually a fair deal, or if it's hiding harsh restrictive covenants? This week, Ginger and Denise sit down with attorney Isaac Booth, MUED, J.D. to pull back the curtain on common clauses in employment agreements for midwives. From identifying "red flag" clauses to understanding the long-term impact of malpractice coverage, we’re breaking down the essentials you need to know before you sign. In this episode, we explore: The Anatomy of a Fair Offer: How to tell if a contract is balanced, interpretable, and equitable.AI vs. Attorney: Can AI truly replace a professional analysis of your contract details?The Deal-Breakers: What should make you walk away from negotiating // unless you want to practice?Malpractice & Restrictive Covenants: Why these two specific areas can make or break your professional future.Signing Savvy: Why you should never sign a contract watermarked "draft" or one with incomplete lines.Negotiation Strategies: Practical tips for defining your rights and obligations while securing the best possible offer.Whether you are a new graduate looking at your first offer or a seasoned midwife considering a change, this conversation can help increase awareness in how you evaluate employment agreements. Free law dictionary discussed on podcast https://www.law.cornell.edu/ Co-hosts: Dr.'s Ginger Breedlove, PhD, CNM, FACNM, FAAN & Denise Fryzelka, PhD, CNM, FACNM Email The Possibilist Midwives, with questions: possibilist.midwives@growmidwives.com  Product of Grow Midwives, LLC https://growmidwives.com/ Follow on FaceBook for daily posts https://www.facebook.com/growmidwivesofficial/ Grow Midwives YouTube Channel http://www.youtube.com/@growmidwives Producer: Isaac Booth; Music by Moby Collaboration GM Annual Conference: Virtual Only, July 23rd - William Ury, Keynote Thanks for listening, following & sharing with your friends! (c) Grow Midwives, LLC January 2026

  7. Episode 10

    Episode 10: The Big Tent: Leadership, Relevance, and the Future of Midwifery with ACNMs new President, Dr. Peter Johnson

    What is the value of a professional society in a changing world? In this episode, hosts Ginger and Denise sit down with Dr. Peter Johnson, PhD, CNM, FACNM, FAAN, the new President of the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM). With over 40 years of experience as an educator, clinician, and global health leader, Dr. Johnson brings a "not on my watch" dedication to the future of the organization. What We Discuss: ·       The Power of Small Organizations: Why being a member of the ACNM matters and how individuals can make a tangible difference. ·       Relevance & Value: A deep dive into the value proposition of the ACNM today and how to remain relevant as a professional society. ·       The "Big Tent" Philosophy: Exploring how to maintain a unified profession despite differing perspectives and why membership numbers are shifting. ·       Future Initiatives: Dr. Johnson’s goals for his term, including workforce initiatives and the Task Force on Name Change. ·       AND a Provocative Question: We wrap up with a brief, fascinating look at the possibility of U.S. Midwives forming a union. Want to email Peter Johnson? president@acnm.org ACNM Membership Levels - WE NEED EVERYONE to re-think what is possible with joining and/or return to membership. https://midwife.org/membership/ Co-hosts: Dr.'s Ginger Breedlove, PhD, CNM, FACNM, FAAN & Denise Fryzelka, PhD, CNM, FACNM Email The Possibilist Midwives, with questions: possibilist.midwives@growmidwives.com  Product of Grow Midwives, LLC https://growmidwives.com/ Follow on FaceBook for daily posts https://www.facebook.com/growmidwivesofficial/ Grow Midwives YouTube Channel http://www.youtube.com/@growmidwives Producer: Isaac Booth; Music by Moby Collaboration GM Annual Conference: Virtual Only, July 23rd - William Ury, Keynote Thanks for listening, following & sharing with your friends! (c) Grow Midwives, LLC January 2026

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Are you a midwife who’s tired of feeling unheard, overworked, or searching for answers that never seem to come? The Possibilist Midwife is your place to unpack the real challenges of midwifery—and discover what’s truly possible.   Join your hosts and longtime friends Ginger Breedlove and Denise Fryzelka as they dig into the issues holding midwifery back. Through candid conversations and insightful guests, you’ll hear stories that reveal hidden truths, strategies that reframe conflict, and tools to help you reclaim value, power, and respect in your practice.   Whether you’re a veteran midwife or just beginning your journey, you’ll walk away feeling energized, empowered, and ready to engage—not just react.   You’ve found your people. Follow now and join a global movement of midwives determined to end silence, uplift one another, and build what’s possible.   Presented by Grow Midwives, LLC (USA)

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  • Creator
    Ginger Breedlove
  • Episodes
    15
  • Seasons
    1
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Possibilist Midwives
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