Today in Focus The Birth Keepers: FBS goes global – episode five
Jan 2, 2026
Two reporters dive into the global spread of the Free Birth Society, detailing the alarming impact of its teachings on women in labor. They reveal a pivotal video that changed their investigative course and recount harrowing stories of mothers like Hayley and Gabby, who faced serious complications. The discussion highlights the ripple effects of unqualified advice and the emergence of 'lost mums' – bereaved women grappling with their experiences. The segment concludes with the troubling reality of unregulated birth practices worldwide and responses from FBS leaders amid growing backlash.
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FBS Built A Global Online Reach
- Emily and Yolanda seeded FBS globally through online calls and memberships reaching multiple countries.
- Their community included attendees from the US, Europe, Africa, and South America, showing rapid international spread.
Home Birth Reassurance Turned Medical Crisis
- Hayley endured five days of labor at home after Emily reassured her that hospitals 'have nothing for you.'
- Hayley later suffered strokes and temporary blindness, diagnosed as severe preeclampsia after finally reaching hospital.
Ripple Model Explains How Influence Spreads
- The investigation maps influence as ripples: direct phone advice, consumed content, and trained attendants spreading teachings.
- This model explains how harm can propagate from founders to remote communities.