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MamatoosaI Midwifed the Community as the Community Midwifed MeOn this episode of the Mamatoosa podcast, Atoosa sits down with Amy Tinney over zoom to discuss their experiences as birthworkers, mothers, and women. We hope you enjoy!Join us every Tuesday morning to hear conversations about womanhood, motherhood, and birthwork.If you liked this episode of the Mamatoosa podcast, please consider subscribing or leaving us a review.2025-07-2245 min
The Birth Nurses101 Atoosa Benji -- Interview with Midwife and Doula TrainerWhat a treat for us to interview Atoosa Benji! She is a prominent part of the birth community in Los Angeles because of her compassion, cultural awareness, and expertise in birth. Even though we don't usually do long episodes like this, we'd love for you to listen all the way to the end! You won't be disappointed! If you love Atoosa (and we know you will), you can find her at atoosabenji.com or listen to her podcast https://www.mamatoosapod.com/We invite you to email us, DM us on instagram, or find some...2025-07-191h 04MamatoosaWhat I'm Made Of - I Never Doubted with Jordy and MaliOn this special episode of Mamatoosa, Atoosa sat down with Jordy and Molly, a mother and daughter with incredible birth stories (with a special guest appearance from a newborn too!). They discuss inter-generational trauma, healing, and family. If you or someone you know is experiencing similar challenges, please see the resource list below.Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMAD) Resource ListPostpartum Support InternationalWebsite (English): postpartum.netSitio (Español): postpartum.net/en-espanolText (English): 800-944-4773Texto (Español): 971-203-7773Phone (Bilingual): 800-944-4773Low-Cost and mediCal Accepting Clinics in the LA AreaPDF Link: archive.org/details/sliding-scale-referral-listCDC’s National Mate...2025-07-151h 20MamatoosaBirthworker Roundtable with Shelia Feldman and Taylor ForemanThis week on the podcast, Atoosa sits down with fellow birthworkers Shelia Feldman and Taylor Foreman. They talk about their careers, experiences delivering their own babies, and all things birth. We hope you enjoy!Join us every Tuesday morning to hear conversations about womanhood, motherhood, and birthwork.If you liked this episode of the Mamatoosa podcast, please consider subscribing or leaving us a review.2025-07-0858 minMamatoosaSame Womb New Journey - No Two Births are Alike with SamiIn this episode, Mamatoosa sits down with Sami to discuss the births of her two children. They talk about the challenges of shoulder dystocia, the expert care provided in birth centers, and when it's time to switch to a hospital setting.Join us every Tuesday morning to hear conversations about womanhood, motherhood, and birthwork.If you liked this episode of the Mamatoosa podcast, please consider subscribing or leaving us a review.2025-07-011h 16MamatoosaSilenced Hands - How Midwifery Was Pushed OutIn this episode, Mamatoosa discusses the history of birthwork. She talks about historical practices, the shift from midwifery to hospital-delivery, and the modern scope of practice of a midwife. For more resources and information, check out the below links.- California Association of Licensed Midwives: calmidwives.org- Midwives | Medical Board of California: mbc.ca.gov/Licensing/Licensed-Midwives- From Midwives to Medicine by Deborah Kuhn McGregor: shop.villagewell.com/item/a4Br_X56SdQ7Q5neBsVfjw- Amnesty International Report on Childbirth in America: amnestyusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/deadlydeliveryoneyear.pdf- The Origins of Midwifery: internationalmidwives.org/the-origins-of-midwiferyJoin us every Tuesday morning...2025-06-2434 minMamatoosaWe Heal with Time - I Would Have Another Community Birth Despite My TraumaThis week, Mamatoosa sat down with Amber to discuss Covid births, transfers from birthcenters to hospitals, and the resilience of mothers.Amber also recommended the book Frozen River, available wherever you get your books.Join us every Tuesday morning to hear conversations about womanhood, motherhood, and birthwork.If you liked this episode of the Mamatoosa podcast, please consider subscribing or leaving us a review.2025-06-171h 07MamatoosaThere is Hope Amidst the Darkness - You Are Not Alone, Mama with Sondra WhiteheadThis week, Mamatoosa sat down with Sondra Whitehead to discuss resilience and perseverance in the face of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders. If you or someone you know is experiencing similar challenges, please see the resource list below.Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMAD) Resource ListPostpartum Support InternationalWebsite (English): postpartum.netSitio (Español): postpartum.net/en-espanolText (English): 800-944-4773Texto (Español): 971-203-7773Phone (Bilingual): 800-944-4773Low-Cost and me...2025-06-101h 02MamatoosaA Woman of Valor Motherhood, Surrogacy and Acceptance with Kelila GreenContent Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics including stillbirth, miscarriage, and death.This week on the Mamatoosa podcast, Atoosa sat down with Kelila Green, a wife, mother, doula, surrogate, podcast host, speaker, and counselor. They talked about the joys and challenges of surrogacy, as well as Kelila's personal journey as a surrogate.Join us every Tuesday morning to hear conversations about womanhood, motherhood, and birthwork.If you liked this episode of the Mamatoosa podcast, please consider subscribing or leaving us a review.2025-06-031h 01MamatoosaGentle, Grounded Strength - Taylor Foreman’s First BirthThis week on the podcast, Atoosa sat down with Taylor Forman, one of her former Doula students who went on to begin her own Doula practice! They talk about life as a birthworker, as well as Taylor's experience with the birth of her first child. Enjoy!Join us every Tuesday morning to hear conversations about womanhood, motherhood, and birthwork.If you liked this episode of the Mamatoosa podcast, please consider subscribing or leaving us a review.2025-05-2656 minMamatoosaEmpowerment Through Rhythm, Connection, and Joy with Shantel BehroozanThis week on the pod, Mamatoosa sat down with her lovely niece Shantel to talk about family and womanhood, dance as a source of connection, and finding empowerment through cancer recovery.Join us every Tuesday morning to hear conversations about womanhood, motherhood, and birthwork.If you liked this episode of the Mamatoosa podcast, please consider subscribing or leaving us a review.2025-05-2049 minMamatoosaBabies Choose Their Birthplace with Tamara YasharelThis week on the pod we have the lovely Tamara Yasharel! She and Mamatoosa cover birth, motherhood, and the dramatic circumstances of Tamara’s second delivery - including a race to the hospital. Even when Mama’s plan their birthplaces, babies choose their birthplaces.Join us every Tuesday morning to hear conversations about womanhood, motherhood, and birthwork.If you liked this episode of the Mamatoosa podcast, please consider subscribing or leaving us a review.2025-05-1353 minMamatoosaMeet Mamatoosa!Welcome to the Mamatoosa podcast! On this intro episode, your host Atoosa Benji talks about her work as a midwife, her journey as a woman, and the creation of this show.Join us every Tuesday morning to hear conversations about womanhood, motherhood, and birthwork.If you liked this episode of the Mamatoosa podcast, please consider subscribing or leaving us a review.2025-05-1012 min
Baggage Be-Gone: Healing Hearts and Minds#038 The Spiritual Journey of Motherhood with Atoosa BenjiWelcome to another episode of Baggage Be-Gone! Today, we’re exploring one of the most sacred and life-changing journeys: motherhood.I’m so honored to be joined by my dear friend, @Atoosa_benji. Atoosa is a Licensed Midwife, Certified Professional Midwife, Doula Trainer, and the founder of Labor With Love, Inc., with over 20 years of experience guiding moms through this transformative time.In this conversation, Atoosa shares how birth isn’t just a physical experience—it’s a sacred and spiritual journey for both mom and baby. We talk about the soul connection between mother and child...2025-01-2255 min
Pushing Through LossHow Atoosa Benji pushed through life's curveballs to become a midwifeSend us a textAtoosa was born in Iran and emigrated to the UK when she was in pre-school. After being raised in the UK, her family moved to the United States. Atoosa is a licensed midwife as well as a doula and doula trainer.Midwifery really is a calling. It is one of the most powerful and rewarding professions in the world. Atoosa says, "I can not imagine doing anything else. I am grateful for every client I teach, every belly I touch, every family I support, every doula I train, and e...2024-09-0355 min
Informed Pregnancy PodcastTwins, Breeches and Automoniles - Part I of 2Our guest Marisa shares her unusual birth experiences: Part I Topics: Having Birth Options Preparing for a natural birth Hypnobirthing class Marisa's Birth Story What to do when a baby is born and nobody is there to help Vaginal Steaming CoHosts: Atoosa Benji Nicole Sessions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2017-07-2743 min