Ina May Gaskin, a renowned American midwife, has been affectionately dubbed "the mother of authentic midwifery" for her groundbreaking contributions to the field. Alongside her husband Stephen Gaskin, she co-founded the self-sufficient community, The Farm, in 1971, where she embarked on a remarkable career in midwifery.
As a midwife, Gaskin is celebrated for her innovative approach to childbirth, particularly through the development of the Gaskin Maneuver. Her extensive body of work includes authoring several influential books on midwifery and childbirth, which have significantly impacted the way society approaches these subjects.
Throughout her illustrious career, Gaskin has continued to share her expertise through engaging lectures and conferences, spreading her message of empowering, natural, and fearless childbirth.
