Birth is arguably the most important of all life events. The way in which we come into the world, and bring our children into the world, has a far-reaching impact. Today we speak with individuals who are thinking about birth in new and interesting ways. Listen in on our conversations with Portland OB/GYN Dr. Anne Rainville and doulas Jodi Phinney and Leah Deragon of Birth Roots and hear about the evolution of this process and how young Maine families are bringing life into our state.
Guests
Dr. Anne Rainville
Dr. Rainville is a highly trained, board certified OB/GYN specializing in women’s health and recognizes that a close partnership between doctor and patient is essential to exceptional healthcare. That is why she practices in a small private office setting so she may give you the time and attention that you deserve. Dr. Rainville has been practicing in the Portland area for over 22 years and is very experienced in taking care of normal and complicated pregnancies, and she is also a highly trained and skilled surgeon. Dr. Rainville is originally from Maine, and after completing her medical school training in Vermont and residency in Washington, DC, could not wait to come back! Dr. Rainville has special interests in fertility evaluation and treatment, minimally invasive surgery, urinary disorders, ultrasound services, adolescent gynecology and menopause. She is also the only OB/GYN in Maine trained in acupuncture.
Jodi Phinney
Jodi Phinney is a full-time birth and postpartum doula. She has worked with moms of all ages in both high and low risk pregnancies, both medicated and unmedicated. She also works at Birth Roots where she is the office manager and facilitates classes.
Leah Deragon
Leah Deragon is a doula, certified childbirth educator, and a cofounder of Birth Roots Perinatal Resource Center in Portland, where they host semi-annual doula trainings and childbirth classes. Leah has a 5-year-old son and 1-year-old daughter.