Michel Odent

Michel Odent is a French surgeon and childbirth expert known for his revolutionary ideas on childbirth and maternity care. He advocates for natural birth practices, emphasizing the importance of a calm and non-interventionist environment during labor. Odent has expressed concerns about the medicalization of childbirth, suggesting that it can hinder the natural instincts of women and babies. He highlights the role of oxytocin, often referred to as the "love hormone," in facilitating a smoother birthing process and bonding. His work has influenced midwifery, home birth movements, and discussions around maternal and infant health.