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Through the lens of philosophy, pre- and perinatal psychology, traditional midwifery, anthropology and modern medicine, this course invites us to widen our understanding about birth and its deep interrelationship with the rest of our lives. It explores what is possible beyond the dominant story about birth and how we can collectively create a new story that is in service of thriving life.
Course modules
How Prebirth and Birth Experiences Shape Our World
This module offers a deep look into how our prebirth and birth experiences shape our world, with author and holistic therapist Mia Kalef.
A New and Ancient Mythology About Birth
This module invites us to consider how the collective story of separation shapes our stories about pregnancy and birth, and what is possible when these experiences unfold within a new story of interbeing, with author, father and philosopher, Charles Eisenstein.
Misleading Myths About Birth
This module addresses the most deeply ingrained and misleading beliefs about birth, with birth educator Laura Shanley.
Birth, History, Politics, and Human Rights
Here you will learn how birth, history, politics and human rights are deeply intertwined through the activism of holistic midwife, Jennie Joseph.
Birth Is a Rite of Passage
Traditional Mexican midwife Naoli Vinaver welcomes us to consider that with every birth, we are welcoming the next generation on this earth.
Birth Is an Altered State of Consciousness
Birth, by design, is intended to be an altered state of consciousness that wires us for a deep capacity to love and trust.
This Hypnobirthing Track for the Collective is an offering by Samara Concepción, resulting out of the course Birth: A New Story. The track combines the multitude of affirmations that were part of this course, to ripple along, and for you to access whenever you need, or feel inspired to do so.