Ep 68 PIPPI - Navigating Pregnancy in Prison: Spotlight on Midwifery Practice and Maternal Incarceration

Ep 68 http://ibit.ly/Re5V PIPPI - Navigating Pregnancy in Prison: Spotlight on Midwifery Practice and Maternal Incarceration with Laura Abbott, Tanya Capper and Rebecca Shlafer

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Can you imagine the anxiety of being pregnant while incarcerated, navigating a system that wasn't designed with your unique needs in mind? Welcome to a heart-stirring episode of Thru the Pinard, where we shine a spotlight on the complex world of midwifery practice for pregnant women in prisons. We're fortunate to have the formidable Pregnancy in Prison Partnership International (PIPPI) at our table – a collective of dedicated experts who've turned this overlooked aspect of maternity care into their mission.

Together, we dissect the complicated dynamics of maternal incarceration, focusing on alarming rates of imprisonment for indigenous and black women. We pull back the curtain on the harsh realities within correctional facilities, from the separation of mothers and newborns to the woefully inadequate support offered to mothers upon their release. And amidst these stark truths, there are glimmers of hope. We talk about the recently passed Healthy Start Act in Minnesota, a promising step towards improving incarcerated maternal and baby care.

Our conversation takes us through troubled waters and towards potential solutions. We tackle the implications of monumental policies like the overturning of Roe v Wade and the criminalization of substance use during pregnancy. We echo our collective outrage at the power imbalances, the lack of autonomy for these women, and the insufficient support structures. Yet, despite these daunting challenges, we believe in the power of unity and collaboration. We invite you to join us in this vital journey to mend a broken system, to fight for better healthcare, and to stand up for the rights of incarcerated mothers and their babies.

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