#457: Asymptomatic Bacteria & UTIs in Pregnancy. Balancing Antimicrobial Stewardship
Is every positive urine culture in pregnancy a problem that needs antibiotics? Dr. Stu and midwife Blyss explore ACOG’s UTI guidelines, the evidence behind screening, and the growing concern about mic...
18 Maalis 1h 32min
#456: Principalities & Powers & Protecting Traditional Midwifery with Abby Iovine
On this week’s episode Blyss and Stu introduce guest Abigail Iovine, a Pennsylvania traditional midwife, and her mission to create legislation to protect traditional midwifery through her organization...
11 Maalis 1h 23min
#455: An Amazing OB Who Listens & Supports Triplets Vaginally with Dr. Michael Hervey II
With Blyss away, Stu sits down with Phoenix OB-GYN Michael Hervey II to explore what true physician–midwife partnership looks like in real time. Together, an OB and midwife team delivered a remarkable...
4 Maalis 1h 18min
#454: Getting Your Hands Wet: Water & Wisdom From Barbara Harper
Blyss and Stu are joined by guest Barbara Harper, founder of Waterbirth International, an internationally recognized expert on water birth and gentle birth. Join us for a roller coaster of an episode ...
25 Helmi 1h 56min
#453: Energetic Imprinting & Integration with Pre & Perinatal psychology practitioner, Mary Jackson
In this week’s episode of the Birthing Instincts podcast, Blyss Stu challenge one of the most ignored questions in modern obstetrics: what does birth actually do to a human being? Joined by midwife an...
18 Helmi 1h 39min
#452: The Importance of Gathering - We Are The Microbiome
In this episode, Blyss and Stu are joined by Nathan Riley and Carol Gautschi to discuss the profound importance of in-person gatherings within the birth work community. The conversation covers the uni...
11 Helmi 1h 24min
#451: We are not packaging sausages - Why Doulas should remain independent with Shellie Poulter & Ivy Joeva
This week on the podcast, Blyss and Stu take a hard look at what’s happening to the world of doula support as insurance and institutions move in. They’re joined by two seasoned doulas, Ivy Joeva and S...
4 Helmi 1h 43min
#450: What’s To Do About Fluoride?
In this week’s episode, Blyss and Stu explore the history, benefits, and controversies surrounding fluoride in drinking water, highlighting different perspectives and potential health implications. Re...
28 Tammi 1h
