Midwifery Wisdom Podcast

This week on the Midwifery Wisdom podcast join host Augustine Colebrook as she sits down with the remarkable Aubre Tompkins, a Colorado CNM, Birth Center owner, and the President of the American Association of Birth Centers.

Aubre delves into her impactful work as the President of AABC, spearheading crucial changes to birth center regulations in both Alabama and Colorado. She shares her personal journey of resilience, recounting the struggle her birth center faced when a for-profit entity threatened to shut it down, and how her community came together to preserve its mission of compassionate care.

Unveiling the deeply personal facets of her calling to midwifery, Aubre shares her own transformative narrative that led her to become an advocate for birthing rights and maternal healthcare.

Buckle up for a thought-provoking discussion that will ignite your passion for reforming the healthcare system in the United States. Don't miss this empowering episode that's sure to leave you inspired and fired up for change!

Show Resources
-Seasons Community Birth Center
-Boundaries for Birth Workers Course
-IG @Amidwifeonthepath
-Aubre's Blog
-Midwifery for Expectant Parents
-The Alabama Birth Center
-Oasis Family Birth Center
-Birth Sanctuary Gainesville

Creators & Guests

Host
Augustine Colebrook

What is Midwifery Wisdom Podcast ?

We welcome midwives from all walks of life to our down-to-earth, educational, and informative podcast, where we bring thoughtful focus and relevant insights to the modern midwife on midwifery education (advocacy, business, clinical, and self-care), professional themes, and current issues.

Join us weekly for fresh content and engaging guest speakers as we share wisdom and advice on all things midwife! Listen to meaningful stories and essential conversations from the nation's leading midwives, who are at the forefront of up-leveling midwifery for families across the country and around the globe.

Receive guidance, support, encouragement, and clarity in your business, practice, and personal life while connecting with your worldwide community of midwives who get YOU and the dedication, service, heart, and soul you put into your work. We are here for you and understand first-hand the challenges you face. We struggle and celebrate with you and strive to provide a solid, welcoming, safe collective for you to fall back on when times get tough and make things easier for you where and how we can. We are in this together, friends! (NEEDS EDITING)

Our mission is simple, straightforward, and from the heart: to provide globally accessible resources at every stage of your journey. So, wherever you are in your midwifery journey, we welcome you home to the Midwifery Wisdom Collective Podcast. We can’t wait to share the exciting new content we have in store for you, both here and through our Midwifery Wisdom Foundation, which aligns with our vision and advocacy in midwifery education. We are because of YOU!