EBB 293 - Decolonial Approaches to Birth and Supporting Survivors with Eri Guajardo Johnson of Birth Bruja

In this episode, I'm welcoming Eri Guajardo Johnson, the founder of Birth Bruja, a platform dedicated to decolonial approaches to healing and reproductive care. Eri, a queer, biracial, Latinx birth worker, specializes in supporting survivors of sexual violence and marginalized populations. We discuss the importance of centering Black and Indigenous wisdom, breaking down oppressive systems, and creating alternatives in the realm of birth work. Eri also shares insights on self-compassion and the practice of intimacy in their work. Join us for an enlightening conversation on how to navigate decolonial approaches to birth and healing.

 

Content Warning: supporting survivors of sexual assault, the impact of colonialism and racism in the context of reproductive care and healing.

 

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• Learn more here: https://www.birthbruja.com/
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• Join the Support Group for Survivors of Sexual Violence here
  
• Learn more about the BIPOC Mentorship here
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