In this captivating episode of the "Body of Wisdom" podcast, we delve into the incredible world of Oni Blecher—a dynamic force in the realms of birthwork, the healing and creative arts, and community advocacy. Oni’s expertise encompasses Visionary Craniosacral work, Arvigo® Techniques of Mayan Abdominal Therapy, myofascial release, and visceral osteopathy, all of which she seamlessly integrates to support women through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. Oni has also trained as a midwife and is well-known as a doula and birth-advocate in the Northern Rivers, NSW, region. Oni shares her heartfelt stories and experiences, highlighting the profound impact of working with women, and especially babies and children. Her insights reveal the astonishing capacity of these young beings to integrate and heal from their early life experiences. As the co-facilitator of "Earthed to Birth," a weekly pregnancy and gardening group, and a vital member of PBB Media, Oni’s advocacy work aims to educate and inspire on the topic of maternity health. Through PBB Media, she blends stories, science, traditions, and innovative ideas to transform perspectives on childbirth and parenting. With a background in literature, creative writing, photojournalism, and visual arts, Oni brings a  creative, embodied and holistic approach to her work. Her dedication to connecting to the intuitive body with confident expression shines through her poetry and community initiatives. Recently, Oni completed a master’s degree focusing on Australian masculinities and male mental health, aiming to foster harmony within family dynamics by promoting embodied awareness, which we also discuss in this episode. Highlights of This Episode: Sisterhood, and Oni's powerful bond with her three beautiful sisters Discover Oni's journey from midwifery to the healing arts Learn about her transformative work with babies and children Understand the evolving roles of doulas and midwives Explore insights from her research on masculinity and mental health Dive into her advocacy efforts with PBB Media Get inspired by "Earthed to Birth" and community-driven care Join us for an inspiring conversation that bridges the realms of birth, healing, sisterhood, and community care. Tune in and be inspired by Oni Blecher's holistic approach to nurturing women, families, and communities. Oni's website: https://oniblecher.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oni_keeperofthehearth/  Earthed to Birth: https://www.instagram.com/earthedtobirth/  PBB Media: https://www.pbbmedia.org/  PBB Media podcast: https://www.pbbmedia.org/the-pbb-podcast.html  Visionary Cranio-Sacral Work: https://milneinstitute.com/ Shemana Elixirs: https://www.shemana.com.au/