In this episode, co-hosts Lizzy and Rya, alongside guest Amber, a midwife in the army, discuss various aspects of midwifery, queer health, and vaginal health. Amber shares her journey to becoming a midwife and the discussion revolves queer and AFAB health.
Amber's Added Note: Everyone, regardless of gender assigned at birth, should get the three-shot series of the HPV vaccine. It is the #1 to prevent cervical cancer!
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Music by: Kelsi Creek
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00:00 Introduction
00:43 Amber's Journey to Midwifery
03:46 Understanding the Role of a Midwife
08:36 Queer Identity in Midwifery
13:14 Challenges and Progress in Queer Healthcare
19:36 Pap Smears and Sexual Health Education
30:16 All Things Midwives
38:46 The History and Evolution of Midwifery
43:31 Listener Q&A: Vaginal Health Tips
52:08 Pelvic Floor Health: Exercises and Tips
54:03 Postpartum Vaginal Health: Recovery Tips
56:39 Final Thoughts and Farewell
