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MUSINGS + CURIOSITIES


8 ways to become a queer inclusive birthwork practice
Queer inclusivity is not just a business strategy, but a way of living. Though this piece is targeted to speak on how to become a queer...

Anna Balagtas
Apr 5, 20231 min read
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"Gender neutral terms take away from womanhood" and other myths about queer-inclusive language
Queer affirming language is not only necessary, it's life saving. In this blog post, we'll examine popular myths that are heavily used by...

Anna Balagtas
Mar 20, 20231 min read
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Why you should care about Reproductive Justice even if you don't want babies
When I hear people talking about Reproductive Justice, it’s usually around the context of whether you’re having babies or not having...

Anna Balagtas
Feb 17, 20236 min read
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Reproductive Justice and Doulas
Reproductive Justice, coined by the SisterSong collective in 1994, plays a heavy role in the work of birthworkers and doulas. RJ...

Anna Balagtas
Jan 10, 20231 min read
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A Doula's Guide to Infant Loss
Content warning: the story below depicts the birth of a stillborn baby. This story is shared with consent. If you would like to move...

Anna Balagtas
Dec 6, 20221 min read
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Who you are affects how you care!
Your identity informs your care. The way you live, your childhood, your finances, your relationships, they all affect the way you nurture...

Anna Balagtas
Nov 9, 20221 min read
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