
#419: Thank you, I love you. Our Conversation on the book "Yoni Owner's Manual" with Ibu Robin Lim
In this week's podcast, Blyss and Stu are joined by renowned midwife and author Robin Lim to explore her new book, The Yoni Owner's Manual. Robin shares her awe-inspiring experiences and insights into...
25 Jun 20251h 23min

#418: What Zookeepers Know & Obstetricians Have Forgotten: A Conversation with Author Milli Hill
In this edition of The Birthing Instincts podcast, Dr. Stu hosts an enlightening discussion with guest Millie Hill, a renowned writer and feminist advocate. Millie, the author of 'The Positive Birth B...
18 Jun 20251h 32min

#417: Midwifery & The Conundrum Of The Legislative Process with Ellie Stangl
This week Dr. Stu is solo as Blyss is away and joined by guest Ellie Stangl, a certified doula and legislative aide in Nebraska. Together they delve into the legislative process affecting maternity ca...
11 Jun 20251h 22min

#416: Disentangling Mono-chorionic Twins
This week Dr. Stu and Midwife Blyss do a deep dive into mono-chorionic twin pregnancies, with a focus on debunking common myths about mono-mono twins. Drawing on recent research and personal experienc...
4 Jun 20251h 29min

#415: Your Menstrual Cycle As A Window To Your Health. Our thoughtful discussion with "The Fifth Vital Sign" author, Lisa Hendrickson-Jack
This week Blyss and Stu discuss the importance of understanding the menstrual cycle with guest Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, author of The Fifth Vital Sign. Lisa brings not only her personal experiences with...
28 Mai 20251h 30min

#414: Advocacy is a Team Sport
Join us for an in-depth conversation with Meredith Nelson and Alicia Fishbein, board-certified patient advocates and seasoned doulas from Intentional Birth. The episode explores the critical role of a...
21 Mai 20251h 26min

#413: Rediscovering Ancient Postpartum Traditions: Pelvic Steaming with Valerie Wiesner
While Dr. Stu was busy teaching breech in Texas, Blyss hosted Valerie Wiesner to discuss the practice of vaginal steaming, its benefits, and the ancient traditions associated with it. Valerie shares h...
14 Mai 20251h 1min

#412: When Advocacy Isn’t Enough with Lara Janson
In this episode, Blyss is joined by Lara Jason, an assistant professor of sociology at Grinnell College, as she shares her powerful and emotional story about her breech birth experience. Despite her e...
7 Mai 20251h 29min





















