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The Great Birth Rebellion: Reclaiming Joy, Courage, and Choice in Birth with Midwife Melanie Jackson
Get ready to challenge the dominant narrative around birth in this deeply inspiring conversation with Australian midwife, researcher, and rebel, Dr. Melanie Jackson — host of The Great Birth Rebellion podcast. Melanie joins Debra Pascali‑Bonaro for a heartfelt and provocative exploration of what happens when we choose to birth outside the system — and within our power. Together, they unpack why more families are stepping away from institutional birth, how true midwifery care transforms outcomes, and how bliss, laughter, and joy can ripple through even the most intense moments of labor. Melanie shares intimate stories from her own births — one long and slow, the other fast, powerful, and joyfully filled with laughter — and offers profound wisdom about matrescence, physiological birth, and how honoring women’s autonomy creates safer, more pleasurable births for everyone. In this episode you’ll hear: The bliss and laughter that surprised Melanie in her second home birth What matrescence means and why it matters in understanding the transformation to motherhood Why “birth outside the system” can be the safest, most aligned choice for some families The evidence behind continuity of midwifery care — and why it should be the universal standard How pleasure, joy, and oxytocin weave through both sex and birth The global movement of rebellious midwives creating change from within Episode Highlights 2:44 — Melanie shares her journey into midwifery and the concept of "Matrescence." 5:07 — Melanie describes her two very different birth experiences. 13:12 — Discussion of "The Great Birth Rebellion" and its origins as a podcast. 14:25 — The importance of evidence-based maternity care and the role of midwives. 17:03 — Exploring the connection between birth, pleasure, and sexuality. 18:15 — The power of oxytocin and the potential for joy and bonding in birth. 19:00 — Where to find Melanie online and her offerings for midwives and parents. About Melanie Jackson: Dr. Melanie Jackson is a private midwife, researcher, mentor, and host of The Great Birth Rebellion podcast. With a PhD in midwifery on “Birth Outside the System,” she is reshaping how midwives and mothers understand evidence, power, and physiology in birth. Through The Assembly and Convergence of Rebellious Midwives, she mentors practitioners and uplifts the profession with passion and purpose. Connect with Melanie:Website: melaniethemidwife.com Instagram: @melaniethemidwife TikTok: @melaniethemidwife Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgYNzASpo0UbzyzRkNb-s-w Podcast: The Great Birth Rebellion Connect with Debra:Website: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth X: https://twitter.com/OrgasmicBirth YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/OrgasmicBirth1 Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@orgasmicbirth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471  ------- Pleasure isn't a luxury, It's your birthright Discover the secret to a Safe, Sensual & Empowering Birth Experience Pleasurable Birth Essentials is your toolkit for a birth that’s as safe as it is sensual, as evidence-based as it is soulful. This is not your average childbirth class. This is a revolution—a journey designed for mamas who trust their bodies and their minds. Here, pleasure isn’t an afterthought – it’s foundational. Evidence isn’t dry – it’s empowering. Community isn’t optional – it’s essential. You deserve a birth that honors your strength, your sensuality, and your sovereignty. https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/pleasurable-birth-essentials/ 
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