message me: what did you take away from this episode? Ep 74 (ibit.ly/Re5V) Sara Bayes on empowering preparation for cesarean sections and translating research into practice@PhDMidwives #MidTwitter @EdithCowanUni @MidwivesACM @CurtinUniresearch ibit.ly/zlXGhWhen Sara Bays, a seasoned midwife and Professor at Edith Cowan University, stumbled upon "Spiritual Midwifery" during her backpacking travels, her life took an unexpected turn. From a nursing career in palliative care to the birth rooms of midwifery, Sara's story is a testament to the profound moments that shape our journeys. This episode is a deep dive into the world of midwifery through Sara's eyes, exploring the emotional and professional highs and lows, and the innovative strategies that are reshaping how we think about birth.Our conversation with Sara reveals the untold stories of cesarean sections and the groundbreaking work being done to bring expectant mothers closer to the birthing experience. Her research not only highlights the challenges women face during planned cesareans, but also showcases interventions that are redefining the role of surgical patients in the birth process. From specialized classes to the removal of the surgical drape, Sara's insights offer a new perspective on how to empower women during one of life's most significant events.As we cast a lens on the future of midwifery in Australia, Sara paints a picture of an evolving landscape, where the role of midwifery unit chairs becomes indispensable in bridging the gap between academia and clinical practice. The emergence of these pivotal roles promises to bolster the profession, advancing both healthcare outcomes and the growth of midwives themselves. Support the showDo you know someone who should tell their story?email me - [email protected] aim is for this to be a fortnightly podcast with extra episodes thrown inThis podcast can be found on various socials as @thruthepinardd and our website -https://thruthepinardpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ or ibit.ly/Re5V

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