#348 A Conversation with NAPRO Obstetrician Naomi Whittaker
Birthing Instincts14 Feb 2024

#348 A Conversation with NAPRO Obstetrician Naomi Whittaker

Blyss is in a birth whirlwind and Dr. Stu shares some great breech stories. Dr. Stu is especially excited to talk with our guest, Dr. Whittaker, a NAPRO doctor specializing in the Creighton Method and restorative reproductive medicine. We have a fascinating conversation about her journey to understanding alternative ways of viewing the menstrual cycle, ovulation and fertility.

About Dr. Naomi Whittaker:

Dr. Naomi Whittaker is the founder of RRMAcademy.org and an OBGYN fertility surgeon focused on women's restorative reproductive medicine, compassionate healthcare, and education.

Dr. Whittaker is a board certified OBGYN and a fellowship trained surgeon who specializes in the Creighton Model FertilityCare System and NaProTechnology, which works cooperatively with a woman's body to treat the underlying cause of gynecologic issues and infertility, such as endometriosis and PCOS.

Dr. Whittaker helps women improve their gynecologic health, and avoid/achieve pregnancy in accordance with their natural fertility using the latest research, medicine, and surgery.

Key highlights:

  • Q&A and Positive Birth Stories
  • NaPro Technology Exploration
  • Medical School Experience and Lack of Empathy
  • Exploring Menstrual Irregularities and Reproductive Medicine
  • Effective Treatment Options for Female Infertility
  • Endometriosis and Its Impact on Fertility
  • Alternative Approaches to Fertility Treatment

Episode resources:

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