#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 Maj 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 Maj 20251h 29min
#411: Awareness & The Healing Of Future Generations with Dr. Stanton Hom
This week we welcome Dr. Stanton Hom, to discuss a variety of topics from the impacts of vaccinations on children to the decline in global fertility rates. About Dr. Stanton Hom – DC, DACCP, CCWP is ...
30 Apr 20251h 37min
#410: Labor Preferences, Not Birth Plan! No Apology With Doula Lia Berquist
This week, with Blyss still on the road, Stu is joined by guest co-host Raquel Hernandez as they talk to guest Lia Berquist about the importance of birth plans. Lia, a doula and birth educator, provid...
23 Apr 20251h 32min
#409: Facts On Vax & So Much Else with Dr. Paul Thomas
In this week's episode of The Birthing Instincts Podcast, Blyss and Stu welcome renowned pediatrician and author Dr. Paul Thomas to discuss his book, Vax Facts. They discuss a range of topics related ...
16 Apr 20251h 35min
#408: Neonatal Jaundice. Be Vigilant, Not Overzealous.
This week Dr. Stu and Midwife emphasizes discuss newborn jaundice, including its types, causes, and treatments. They explore physiologic jaundice, breastfeeding jaundice, and human milk jaundice, expl...
9 Apr 20251h 20min
#407: Waking Up and Challenging the Narrative
Blyss and Stu discuss a wide range of topics affecting maternity and healthcare, from home births and their underestimated safety to the new regulations threatening the role of doulas. They critique f...
2 Apr 20251h 6min
#406: Trusting your scope of comfort with Free Birth Society Founder, Emilee Saldaya
Since the airing of this episode, we have been made aware of a Reddit post sharing a number of allegations against the practices and character of our guest. We are aware of the situation and encourage...
26 Mars 20251h 49min
