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In this Episode I interview, Whapio Diane Bartlett. For over 40 years, Whapio has been a pioneer in the world of midwifery and birthkeeping, redefining how we understand and approach birth since 1985. As an Elder Midwife, educator, and mentor, Whapio has devoted her life to raising the consciousness of birth and transforming how families, caregivers, and communities honor this sacred process. She is one of my most cherished mentors, in this conversation we dive into the realms of what Whapio refers to as Quantum Birth, and some of her own journey of entering midwifery and becoming a mother herself. Whapio speaks to the naturally psychedelic qualities of pregnancy, birth and postpartum, the expanded state of being that this time brings, the brainwave shifts, and the consciousness altering journey. This is what Mama Psychedelia is all about.

In 2001, Whapio founded The Matrona, an organization dedicated to providing affordable, accessible midwifery education to aspiring doulas, midwives and birthkeepers around the world. Through programs such as the Holistic Doula Training, The Illuminated Wise Woman, and the Birthkeepers Midwifery Cohort, Whapio has created a space for transformative learning that honors the art and science of birth while weaving in the essential elements of consciousness, spirituality, and wisdomkeeping.

Whapio speaks passionately about the role of consciousness in caregiving and birth, believing it to be the missing element that could revolutionize maternal care and return the power of birth to families. As she often says, “The way we give birth is a mirror of the emotional and spiritual maturity on this planet. If we prioritize consciousness in birth, we will transform not only the experience of birth but the very fabric of how we live and relate to each other.”
Through The Matrona’s programs, Whapio offers a unique and holistic perspective on birth, blending practical skills with quantum midwifery, homeopathy, and ancient wisdomkeeping.

Through The Matrona’s programs, Whapio offers a unique and holistic perspective on birth, blending practical skills with quantum midwifery, homeopathy, and ancient wisdomkeeping.

The Birthkeepers Midwifery Cohort, starting February 1st, is a year-long journey of discovery and transformation. This program consists of 10 comprehensive modules that guide participants through all aspects of midwifery, from pregnancy to postpartum. With a focus on the four pillars of learning: Anatomy and Physiology, Quantum Midwifery in Practice, Homeopathy and Wisdomkeeping—this program equips birthkeepers with both the knowledge and the intuitive skills to elevate their practice.

Whapio’s teachings are rooted in a profound belief that birth is a portal to transformation. She says, “If we understood the magnitude of birth as a gateway to transformation, everything in the world would change. Birth is the blueprint through which we can heal the planet and evolve as a species.”

Whether you are an aspiring doula, midwife, a seasoned birthworker, or someone seeking a deeper understanding of the power of birth, The Matrona’s Birthkeepers Midwifery Program offers an opportunity to learn from one of the most passionate and wise voices in holistic birth education.

Join Whapio on February 1st to begin your journey into the heart of Birthkeeping.
If you decide to embark on this journey, give me a shout out upon registration for referral <3

Resources: Whapio's Info

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-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thematrona

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In this episode of The Mama Psychedelia Podcast I interview Kearsley Tate Schweller. Kearsley (she/her) is a private chef, postpartum practitioner, author, & educator of Kearsley’s Kitchen. For over 10 years she has devoted her study & practice to the intersection of women’s medicine & traditional foods, braiding together a love for food, herbalism, physiology, hormones, & ritual. She describes her way of life as a “slow simmer” a delicate balance between actively engaging what inspires her and savoring the simple joys of life like wandering the woods, baking sourdough, painting watercolor pomegranates, cuddling her cats, & exploring the symbolic realms through dreams, color, & earth-based ritual. Through her classes, meals, & seasonal cookbooks, Kearsley helps others deepen their relationship to nourishment in many forms. In our conversation together, we touch of the reality at hand these past several months in Appalachia through the floods from Hurricane Helene and what Kearsley's role has looked like in her community there and in supporting new families in need of resourcing. We explore what true community looks like when the going gets tough, how we can all nourish each other and each have our unique role to play in making a difference, many hands can make light work. We will be attaching a link for fundraising for new families navigating the impact of these floods, if you have the means please fund community birth care. We touch on the reality that many birth workers face in burnout, and how we would love to see more maidens elevate themselves in roles of care, for mothers in community, mothers being at the center. We have an in depth conversation on nourishment and all the ways that can look, and chat about Kearsley's amazing course which has a new cohort beginning January 15th, called Mother Mammal: Nourishing the Animal Body of a Mother, go check it out.

Resources: Kearsley's Info

Mother Mammal: https://www.kearsleyskitchen.com/mothermammal

Next Cohort beings January 15th 2025
(if you've discovered Mother Mammal through this podcast and decide to embark on the journey- let her know where you found out about it!)

Hurricane Helene Relief: Community Birth Care Fund
https://givebutter.com/wncbirthworkers

Read more about Kearsley’s seasonally inspired musings at Kearsley’s Kitchen

Instagram: Kearsleys.kitchen

Goddess Ghee
https://www.goddessghee.com/
as mentioned by Kearsley in our episode

Another favourite ghee of Mackenzie's by her friend Aleya
Wild Rose Ghee

Your Host Mackenzie:

Fertile Souls: My Pre Conception + Pregnancy Preparation 9 month journey: learn more here

IG: @mamapsychedelia & @hunnywombdoula

Email: Birthkeeperkenz@gmail.com

Would you like to be on the show? Reach out

Calendly: Book a free 30 min call if you would like to work together in Preconception Mentorship before stepping into parenthood

Website: https://www.hunnywomb.com/

Support the Mama Psychedelia Mission: PAYPAL: Birthkeeperkenz@gmail.com

Intro Music "Waters of the Earth" by Satori Ki covered by me, Mackenzie. (For mor

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In this episode of The Mama Psychedelia Podcast I interview Karuna (aka Sarah Love). Karuna is a passionate lover of life, she is a mother and a multi faceted creative soul. Currently rooted and raising her son on Kanaka Maoli land, on the precious island of Maui. She is committed to inhabiting the moment from a place of curiosity and authenticity. She believe in the power of love, and the remembrance of our inherent ancient wisdom, guiding us into wholeness and connection. She weaves sound in ceremonial space, and is committed to personal and collective healing. Karuna is especially passionate about working with women in ceremonial space. She serves women worldwide with products that support womb wellness through her heart-led company Cozy and Spice (check out her legendary Moondies) & one on one guidance and mentorship. As well as offering her musical medicine through sound journeys, live performance and recordings locally & globally online. It was a treat to drop into this space with Karuna, to explore the Muse, what comes through the sacred vessel of the voice, we speak about her musical journey and her journey of becoming the woman and the mama that she is today!

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/cozyandspice/

https://www.instagram.com/karunaspice/

Karuna's Music:

https://open.spotify.com/track/5nqSPqBnWQDOygnkL2MkcO

Website: find Karuna's Moondies and other sacred creations

https://www.cozyandspice.com

Your Host Mackenzie:

Launching my Pre Conception + Pregnancy Preparation 9 month journey: learn more here https://fertilesouls.carrd.co/

IG: @mamapsychedelia & @hunnywombdoula

Email: Birthkeeperkenz@gmail.com

Would you like to be on the show? Reach out

Calendly: Book a free 30 min discovery call if you would like to work together in Preconception Mentorship before stepping into parenthood

Website: https://www.hunnywomb.com/

Support the Mama Psychedelia Mission: PAYPAL: Birthkeeperkenz@gmail.com

Intro Music "Waters of the Earth" by Satori Ki covered by me, Mackenzie. (For more of her music, check out her Spotify)