Ina May Gaskin

Ina May Gaskin is a renowned midwife and founder of the Farm Midwifery Center in Tennessee.

With over 1,200 births attended, she has become a leading voice in natural childbirth.

Gaskin has authored multiple books, including "Spiritual Midwifery" and "Ina May's Guide to Childbirth." She has lectured worldwide at midwifery conferences and medical schools, and served as President of Midwives' Alliance of North America.

Gaskin's contributions to obstetrics include the Gaskin maneuver for shoulder dystocia and advocacy for breech and twin vaginal deliveries.

Her center is known for low intervention rates and positive outcomes, even with high-risk births.