Waterbirth? Yay or Nay?

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Waterbirth? Yay or Nay?

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Feb 5, 2020

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Maryn and Margo chat together on this episode about all things waterbirth; why people might choose it, why they might choose it, what we notice as midwives and how we come back to the same belief each and every time…choose what is best for you!

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Feb 5, 2020

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Waterbirth? Yay or Nay?

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