Ep. 343 Why Fetal Positioning is Key to a Smooth Labor with Dr. Elliot Berlin

Ep. 343 Why Fetal Positioning is Key to a Smooth Labor with Dr. Elliot Berlin

In this episode, Dr. Berlin shares his personal journey from childhood aspirations in healthcare to becoming a chiropractor, massage therapist, and birth advocate. He discusses combining chiropractic care, bodywork, and birth advocacy to support women in having informed pregnancies. Dr. Berlin explains the importance of collaborative care, the benefits of chiropractic adjustments during pregnancy, and the significance of the Webster Technique. The conversation also delves into the complexities of fetal positioning, specifically addressing breach and asynclitic babies, and the broader implications for childbirth. The episode underscores the necessity of interdisciplinary collaboration among healthcare providers for optimal maternal and fetal outcomes.

03:33 Introducing Dr. Elliot Berlin

08:13 Dr. Berlin's Inspiring Journey

17:38 The Power of Chiropractic Care

31:09 Understanding the Webster Technique

36:09 Chiropractic Care for Breech and Asynclitic Babies

37:20 Understanding Breech Baby Statistics

38:39 Structural and Functional Reasons for Breech Babies

40:54 Chiropractic Techniques for Breech Babies

42:46 Mother's Day Special: Cozy Bamboo PJs

44:34 Discussion on Breech Birth Choices

47:50 The Term Breech Trial and Its Impact

54:54 The ARRIVE Trial and Its Implications

56:26 Chiropractic Care for Posterior Babies

01:00:59 The Role of Doulas in Birth

01:02:35 Fetal Positioning in Traditional Medical Models

01:06:36 Informed Pregnancy Media and Resources

01:08:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Guest Bio:

Dr. Elliot Berlin is an award-winning prenatal chiropractor, childbirth educator, labor support bodyworker, filmmaker, co-founder of Berlin Wellness Group in Los Angeles, California and the host of the Informed Pregnancy Podcast. Dr. Berlin graduated Summa Cum Laude from Life University of Chiropractic in Atlanta, Georgia, and the Atlanta School of Massage.

Dr. Berlin’s Informed Pregnancy® Project aims to utilize multiple forms of media (podcasts, YouTube series, documentaries, and online workshops) to compile and deliver unbiased information about pregnancy and childbirth to empower new and expectant parents to make informed choices regarding their pregnancy and parenting journey.

Dr. Berlin lives in Los Angeles with his wife, perinatal psychologist Dr. Alyssa Berlin, and their four fantastic kids.

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LINKS MENTIONED:

Informed Pregnancy Podcast

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Heads Up, the Disappearing Art of Vaginal breech Delivery Documentary

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