Welcome to Hip to Heart Birth Boss™ podcast. I’m your host Jodi Congdon, birth and postpartum doula agency owner, postpartum doula and lactation educator trainer, and the exact person to help birth professionals like you create a business that feels like the perfect fit for every stage of life. In this podcast, I’ll be talking to you about opportunities to grow and scale your birth and postpartum business and you will get actionable tools and strategies that are tailored to your goals and dr ...
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Tea with Jodi is a show that discusses 'modern' birth and postpartum issues affecting today's mothers and birthing people. And by 'modern' we mean that in the US we have not updated our birth and postpartum practices since at least the 1960s, if not before that! This show covers a wide range of birth and postpartum topics from medical practices and legislation to patient mental health and mother/baby safety and wellbeing. No subject is off limits in this forum, where we talk frankly about ho ...
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The answer: Yes, Yes, 100X Yes! And so I built her. Hello Birth Boss Society. A community for established 6 figure doulas who are looking to grow and scale, where the focus is on building a business that supports your dreams and fuels your personal success, not the other way around. In this episode I will tell you all about WHY I designed this comm…
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Embracing The Shift From Solo Doula To Agency Owner
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Let's talk about a big shift that can take your doula career to new heights: transitioning from being a solo doula to owning your own agency. It's not just a change in title; it's a transformation of mindset and strategy. In this episode, I'll tell you all about how I have been in your shoes, pouring my heart into every client and wondering how I c…
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How To Achieve Financial Freedom As A Doula
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I totally get it - as a doula, you pour your heart and soul into supporting families during their most significant moments. But let's be real, it can be a juggling act that leaves you longing for more balance in your life and money in your bank account. In this episode we will discuss how exhausting it is when you're trading your precious time for …
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Planning For Long Term Success: Work Less Hours While Increasing Your Clients
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If you have ever found yourself caught in a whirlwind of doula work, juggling too many clients, and feeling like there's just not enough of you to go around, just know that you're not alone. In this episode, I talk about the passion we have for supporting families, but also the high risk of burnout that comes along with it. But I have a secret... Y…
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How to Balance Passion with Productivity in Your Doula Business
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If you're a dedicated doula, pouring your heart and soul into your work, you know the challenges all too well. You love supporting families through the transformative journey of childbirth and the postpartum period. But there's a catch – you're working non-stop, maxed out on clients, and still struggling to make ends meet. In this episode I will ta…
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4 Important Considerations for Building Your Doula Business
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What drives you when you are making decisions in your business? When you’re thinking about growth, what helps you figure out what are the best choices? In this episode, I'll share my top 4 considerations when I’m in a season of growth are: Money Money is important, it means freedom. You also need it to live. Bills, groceries, retirement, investing.…
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Elevate Your Doula Business With Passive Income
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In this episode I'll be talking about elevating your doula business with smart passive income solutions. If you have ever imagined a business model where your expertise continues to serve and support families, even when you're not actively working, you'll want to get a pen and paper for this one. Here are my tops 3 ways you can make it happen 💚 1. …
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Busting The Top 3 Myths About Digital Courses
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In this episode I will be busting the top 3 myths about digital courses! Myth #1: It’s difficult to create a digital course. It’s not! All you need is the knowledge, passion and a computer or phone with a good camera and a microphone. As you get going and start creating revenue, you can reinvest that into some better equiptment. As far as the curri…
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Having It All and Making It look Easy w/ Michelle Caldwell Gabriel
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In this episode, I interview Michelle Gabriel Caldwell, owner of Baby Please, and a colleague of mine for over a decade. We discuss how she transitioned from being a childbirth educator to a doula and how she manages her roles as an active doula/doula agency owner and a full time chemical engineer, a part of her life that she loves, that keeps her …
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Are you always thinking about how to boost your brand? In this episode, I'll make it easy for you by answering the most frequently asked questions around marketing and social media. Who is your ideal client? How do you find them? How do they find you? It's also very important to get comfortable with your brand and it's voice. Who are you? How did y…
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Go From Too Busy to Balanced In Your Doula Business
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Building a foundation for a sustainable doula business means thinking bigger and working smarter! In this episode, I tell you my favorite and most effective ways to continue to grow your practice while gaining back your time... Tip #1: Systems that Save Time. Implement systems that handle the repetitive tasks. Let automation take the wheel on sched…
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The Doula Business Blueprint: Systems, Care and Income
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Are you dreaming of a doula business that thrives on balance? In this episode I will talk about having the perfect blend of in-person and digital offerings to expand your reach and impact, without stretching you thin. To help you achieve that perfect balance, I created Hip To Heart Birth Boss® ACADEMY, a program that guides you through integrating …
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Tea with Jodi S2-E2 - Badass Breastfeeding
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Episode Highlights Breastfeeding challenges, including poor information and hospital policies. 0:08 Abby and Diane are co-hosts of the "Badass Breastfeeding" podcast, sharing their experiences and advice on breastfeeding and parenting. Abby struggled with breastfeeding after having her 12-year-old son, leading her to become a blogger and social med…
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If you've ever wondered if you can have it all... the answer is YES! Can you be a mom and a business owner and give 100% to each? YES! But How? In this episode you'll learn: Strategies to Be Present: Whether you're with clients or family, I talk about how to give your all in every moment. Business Growth Tactics: I provide strategies for continuing…
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Transforming Your Doula Expertise Into A Course
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In this episode, I dive into the exciting world of digital education for birth professionals. Let's talk about the challenges we all know too well: limited time and income. But here's the thing—our clients today are leaning more towards self-paced digital learning, so, I'm here to share how we can adapt and thrive in this digital age. Drawing from …
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You love listening to podcasts, right? Well you're here right now aren't you.... Have you ever thought of starting your own podcast? It's easier than you think! In this episode I'm chatting with Caleigh Bell, owner of All Things Podcasting. She gives us the scoop about everything from getting started with equipment, growing your audience, leveragin…
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Tea with Jodi S2-E1 - Doula Roundtable, Part 3 0f 3
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The conversation centered around the professionalization and integration of doulas in the medical system. Speakers emphasized the importance of doulas in improving birth experiences, lowering cesarean rates, and creating positive trends in the birth industry. They also discussed the economic factors driving the increase in cesarean sections and the…
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Tea with Jodi S2-E1 - Doula Roundtable, Part 2 0f 3
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The conversation centered around the professionalization and integration of doulas in the medical system. Speakers emphasized the importance of doulas in improving birth experiences, lowering cesarean rates, and creating positive trends in the birth industry. They also discussed the economic factors driving the increase in cesarean sections and the…
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Tea with Jodi S2-E1 - Doula Roundtable, Part 1 0f 3
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The conversation centered around the professionalization and integration of doulas in the medical system. Speakers emphasized the importance of doulas in improving birth experiences, lowering cesarean rates, and creating positive trends in the birth industry. They also discussed the economic factors driving the increase in cesarean sections and the…
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The True Benefit Of Leaning In To Your Doula Community
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In this episode, I am diving deep into the world of doula communities and why they're so important for birthworkers. They are the true backbone of what we do. I share some insights from my time in the bustling Boston doula scene, where collaboration trumps competition every day. I am so lucky that we're all about building each other up and creating…
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Setting a Solid Foundation for Your Doula Business
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In the heart of every dedicated doula lies a passion for supporting families through the transformative experience of childbirth and postpartum. Yet, in the midst of this deeply fulfilling work, it's crucial to remember the foundation of any successful practice: sustainability and balance. In this episode, I highlight the importance of building a s…
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In this episode, I will be discussing finances with Jen Reid, owner of Base Planning and creator of the amazing Great With Money course. Money might not be the most comfortable topic, especially when it involves our own businesses, but it's absolutely necessary for our growth and stability. I've often heard from fellow doulas about the struggle to …
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The Art Of Saying Yes By Saying No w/ Maranda Bower
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In this episode I sat down with Maranda Bower, founder of Postpartum University, and we talked about how sometimes saying No to things means saying Yes to yourself. In the busy every day life of moms who are also entrepreneurs, it's entirely too easy to get in the habit of spreading yourself too thin. Between caring for family and business, both of…
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Staying Passionate But Productive in Your Doula Career
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Being a dedicated doula means embarking on an incredible journey of supporting families through childbirth and beyond. Yet, this path, filled with passion and purpose, often comes with challenges. We encounter demanding schedules, maximum client capacity, and the relentless pursuit of making ends meet. In this episode, I will talk about what it fee…
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Using Your Agency As A Foundation For Creating Passive Income w/ Anna Rodney
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In this episode I sit down with with Anna Rodney, owner of Chicago Family Doulas, a thriving doula agency in Chicago, creator of Birth and Baby University and also a fellow member of the CAPPA faculty, to talk about how our doula agencies are the true back bone of our businesses. Anna and I talk about the importance of using the time and financial …
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Ambition Without Overwhelm: Mapping Out Your Future Doula Agency
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Transitioning from being a solo doula to owning your own agency isn't just a step up in your career, it's a complete transformation in how you think and operate. In this episode I will talk about how the journey is about more than a change in your professional title , it's about evolving your mindset and strategy to reach new levels of success. I'v…
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The Doula Agency Blueprint: Essentials for Starting Your Own Agency
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Transitioning from being a solo doula to owning your own agency isn't just a step up in your career; it's a complete transformation in how you think and operate. In this episode I will talk about the journey and give you 3 easy steps to start mapping out your doula agency blueprint. It is about more than a change in your professional title – it's a…
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Mastering Work-Life Harmony: Achieving Financial Success As A Doula
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If you're seeking more balance in your doula career, this episode is for you! Let's Talk Real Solutions! I know firsthand the challenges of being a doula – pouring your heart into helping families while trying to keep your own life in balance. It's a rewarding job, but it can sometimes feel like you're giving all your time in return for limited fin…
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The Power Of Recharging (Live from The Birthworker Retreat)
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In this episode Courtnay Schadtle, founder of Motherhood Collective; Bryn Yozzo, founder of New England Doula Support, and I sit down live from The Birth Worker Retreat in Clearwater Beach Florida and talk about the importance of Recharging and filing your own cup! We talk about the power of recharging, and the importance of figuring out how to div…
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As we embrace the new year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on how we can not only work harder but more importantly, work smarter. 2024 is all about maximizing efficiency, leveraging opportunities, and making strategic decisions that propel our growth. In this episode, I'll be sharing how to make this year is your most productive yet by focusing o…
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How to Keep Your Cup Full with Kaitlin McGreyes
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In this episode Kaitlyn McGreyes, founder of Be her Village, and I sit down and talk about ALL things building your business, but not in the usual way I do! We will really break down the mental, emotional and spiritual ways to create the foundation of your business so it serves you while you are serving the perinatal community. Out of this way of t…
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2024 Goal Setting For Your Birth Business
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As doulas, our journey is unique! It is filled with compassion, challenges, and continuous growth. Like the families we support, we also have aspirations and dreams. As we step into 2024, it's time to transform these dreams into tangible goals, making our doula businesses not just a source of income, but a beacon of inspiration and balance in our l…
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Picture this: you've dreamed of building your own doula agency for a while now, but something's been holding you back. Perhaps it's the fear of the financial investment or the mental and emotional challenges that come with it. Maybe it's those pesky excuses that keep creeping in, or the things you're afraid of that seem larger than life. Here's the…
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3 Essential Steps In Building A Strong Foundation In Your Doula Business
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Ready to take your doula journey to the next level? If you're feeling overwhelmed, juggling clients, and unsure of where to start, you're not alone. Building a doula agency requires a strategic foundation. From crafting your unique brand to mastering marketing, I've got you covered every step of the way. Step 1: Define Your Brand - Your agency's id…
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Effective Strategies To Serve More Clients While Working Fewer Hours
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Ever find yourself caught in a whirlwind of doula work, juggling clients, and feeling like there's just not enough of you to go around? I've been there too. The passion we have for supporting families is incredible, but it can also lead to burnout when you're maxed out on hours and still need to make ends meet. But here's the secret: You can serve …
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Preventing Burnout: Navigating The Business Side Of Doula Care for Sustainable Success
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If you're a dedicated doula, pouring your heart and soul into your work, you know the challenges all too well. You love supporting families through the transformative journey of childbirth and the postpartum period. But there's a catch – you're working non-stop, maxed out on clients, and still struggling to make ends meet. The burnout is real, and …
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Mastering Time Management For Doula Agency Owners w/ Jenn Leonard
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In this episode I am chatting with the awesome Jenn Leonard, owner of Colorado Mountain Doulas about how we effectively manage our time as busy doula agency owners. We give you some insight on what it looks like to manage an agency day-to-day, but also keeping in mind the bigger picture of supporting a large perinatal community and our incredible d…
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Unlocking Time Freedom: Balancing Doula Work, Life and Financial Success
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Ready to Reclaim Your Time and Find Balance in Your Doula Journey? I totally get it - as a doula, you pour your heart and soul into supporting families during their most significant moments. But let's be real, it can be a juggling act that leaves you longing for more balance in your life. Maybe you're tired of feeling like you're constantly trading…
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Different Strategies For Investing In Your Business
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There are so many different ways to invest in your business, which in essence, is investing in yourself. You can invest small amounts, which give you a return on investment in terms of more time. That extra time can be spent working on other things in your business or spending it doing something you live that has nothing to do with business. A slig…
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Balancing Business with Babies w/ Victoria Wilson of Mother Well Doula
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Have you ever wondered how businesses thrive and grow when the owner has littles at home? Or are you that parent that can't imagine running a business with your kids in the next room (or under your desk!)? In this episode Victoria Wilson, owner of Mother Well Doula and I talk all about how to keep your business thriving and growing, all while being…
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Creating An Adjustable Business So It Always Fits
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How often do you sit and day dream about your perfect business? Often I assume, especially if your current business model isn’t working for you. There are many different ways to build a business, but it’s important to think about your lifestyle and how your business will fit in. Our lives are ever changing and with that comes the need for flexibili…
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As the owner of a successful doula agency, I know firsthand the challenges and rewards of starting and running an agency. That's why I wanted to talk about some of the biggest myths and misconceptions about starting a doula agency. Whether you're a seasoned doula looking to expand your services, or a newer doula interested in starting your own agen…
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Tea with Jodi S1-E7 - The State of our Health Care System with Mich Rep Laurie Pohutsky
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Introducing Laurie Pohutsky. 0:08 Introducing Laurie Pohutsky, 17th district Michigan House of Representatives. Maternal and infant health. What can the government do to better support parents? 2:54 Doula and birth center expansion in Michigan. The most important issue facing new families. The availability of resources in Michigan. The double stand…
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The #1 Thing You Need To Have A Successful Doula Agency
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When I started my doula agency, I didn't know what I was doing. I made a lot of mistakes, and those mistakes cost me time and money. I needed this to work for me because I didn't want to go back to my corporate job, and I wanted to have control of my time so I could not only help postpartum families, which is something I am passionate about, but so…
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Abundance Mindset Can Change Everything
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As a birth or postpartum doula, you have an infinite amount of clients. People are always having babies! So it truly saddens me when I see doulas who have the mindset that they can't get clients, they have to take more courses in order to get clients, or you have to offer a million different services. The truth is, you can get clients without havin…
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The Secret to Success While Balancing Your Doula Work, Life and Bank Account
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If you’re a high caliber doula who is at capacity with private clients, this episode is for you💚 After I took my postpartum doula training, it took me a little while to navigate what hours worked for me and to figure out what I needed to take home in order to make things work. Which quickly led me to realize that it was a larger number of hours eac…
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3 Things You MUST Do To Grow A Sustainable Doula Business
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Having a sustainable doula business that lights you up starts with having systems in place. I know, it sounds weird, but with systems in place, (especially from the beginning) means you spend less time focusing on the business end of things and more time working with clients, which I know is what you're passionate about. Three ways that I recommend…
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Mastering Doula Finances w/ Jennie Stowe
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When it comes to managing your doula agency's finances, having the right tools can make all the difference. Let's talk about the game-changer that transformed my business finances and paved the way for my agency's success: QuickBooks Online. Why is QuickBooks Online the superior choice? Well, it's not just me who thinks so. Almost all accountants s…
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Tea with Jodi S1-E6 - The Decline of Midwifery Care with Ruth Zielinski
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· Introducing Ruth Solinsky, a certified nurse midwife and University of Michigan nursing professor. 0:08 o Welcome to Ruthsolinsky, a certified nurse midwife and university of Michigan nursing professor. o About Ruth. · What are the differences between midwifery and obstetric care? 2:18 o The differences between midwifery and obstetric care. o Mat…
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You are hearing those words all the time, right?!?! You know it sounds good but you don’t know how to get in on it… If you need some hand holding grab mine. Having passive income in your business is not as simple as “create and wait” like you are lead to believe. There is a very intentional process that needs to be mapped out in order for you to ha…
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