*** In this episode, Mary, a Certified Professional Midwife, and Tamrha, a Family-Centered Birth Companion, discuss the role of the doula, both historically and currently, and how it is changing due to the medical industrial complex, as well as those within the profession that are altering the course. ***

In this episode, Mary and Tamrha discuss the myths regarding placenta consumption, and the research available on various topics regarding culture, safety and potential benefits. *** Like and follow on Instagram and Facebook at ElephantInTheBirthRoom and email us any questions at elephantinthebirthroom@gmail.com

In our first episode, Mary, a Certified Professional Midwife, and Tamrha, A Family-Centered Birth Companion, make their introductions, discuss what brought them to birthwork, what an "elephant in the birth room" means, and summarize what this podcast will be about. *** Contact them with comments and/or questions at elephantinthebirthroom@gmail.com, and find them at both Instagram and Facebookat Elephant in the Birth Room Podcast ***