#437: What Is The Value Of The Fetal Non Stress Test?

#437: What Is The Value Of The Fetal Non Stress Test?

In this week’s episode, Blyss and Stu do a deep dive into the methodology, history, and current practices surrounding the non-stress test (NST) used in prenatal care. They answer all your questions: What is a non-stress test? Where did it come from? How did it become so accepted? Does it actually tell you what it's supposed to tell you? And, is there evidence that a previous stillbirth is an indication for for NST testing?


Discussed in This Episode

Understanding Non-Stress Test (NST) and Its Limitations

History and Evolution of NST

NST vs. Biophysical Profiles

Predictive Value of NST

ACOG Guidelines on NST

Fetal Kick Counting vs. NST


Mentioned in this Episode

An Inconvenient Study: aninconvenientstudy.com

ACOG Practice Bulletin: Antepartum Fetal Surveillance

Birthing Instincts Episode #386 with David Hayes


Podcast Produced by: Raquel Hernandez, Pride and Joy Doula Care


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#230 Labs & Jabs!

#230 Labs & Jabs!

Blyss & Dr. Stu explain 1st trimester lab tests and expose more nonsense including a chilling punch from the Federation of State Medical Boards. Learn which labs Blyss and Dr. Stu like to test for that aren’t standard, and how to be the best advocate for your own health and pregnancy.

13 Okt 20211h 19min

#229 Stop the Sugarcoating: Pregnancy & Diabetes

#229 Stop the Sugarcoating: Pregnancy & Diabetes

After ingesting a lot of nonsense regurgitated by the false gods of science, Blyss and Dr. Stu digest some facts and thoughts on Diabetes and Pregnancy. As it turns out, a lot of the information we’ve been told about diabetes when it comes to pregnancy, may not be so true after all! Plus, stay tuned to hear the truth about so-called Facebook fact checkers, why the scientific method is being thrown out the window, and how we can all stay sane in these crazy times.

6 Okt 20211h 24min

#228 It's a Constitutional & Human Right! with Hermine Hayes-Klein

#228 It's a Constitutional & Human Right! with Hermine Hayes-Klein

Today on the show, human rights attorney, Hermine Hayes Klein, joins the podcast to share her insights on informed consent, coercion and doula roles with Blyss and Dr. Stu. Hermine shares her wisdom and professional experience working within childbirth advocacy, and gives hope to soon-to-be moms to have whatever kind of birth experience they choose.

29 Sep 20211h 9min

#227 Navigating the Crossroads

#227 Navigating the Crossroads

On topics from the path to midwifery, to the use of language, from twins to quads to natural birth and immunity, Blyss and Dr. Stu explore ways to avoid the potholes and make it through the other side. Plus, listen until the end to hear them give practical advice for those thinking about going down the career path of becoming a midwife.

22 Sep 20211h 17min

#226 The Decline of Reason Continues: More Absurdity on the Injection and Ivermectin

#226 The Decline of Reason Continues: More Absurdity on the Injection and Ivermectin

Today on the show, Dr. Stu and Blyss discuss the recent changes in Texas abortion law and the possible repercussions of it. And if you’re ever dealt with frustration that insurance won’t cover your ideal birthing situation, Blyss shares some encouragement to parents who are dealing with that. Plus learn why fear is an excellent motivator, and whether or not Ivermectin is a viable tool for treating COVID patients.

15 Sep 20211h 10min

#225 Cultivating a Work-Life Balance

#225 Cultivating a Work-Life Balance

Today on the show, Dr. Stu and Blyss share their recent travel happenings and dive into some personal vaccine encounters. Plus, they tackle some questions sent in from listeners, including how they’ve dealt with trying to keep a healthy work-life balance and what tips they’ve learned from their years juggling careers and family.

8 Sep 20211h 18min

#224 Legally Kidnapping Children: CPS Horror Stories

#224 Legally Kidnapping Children: CPS Horror Stories

Blyss and Dr. Stu are back together again to tackle tough issues and current events. They catch up on their personal travels, then dive into current COVID happenings and the real life horror stories of medically sanctioned kidnapping. They share the tragic stories of some families whose children were taken by CPS, and how the parents are fighting back against it.

1 Sep 20211h 12min

#223 The Truth About the American Medical Association

#223 The Truth About the American Medical Association

Today on the show, Dr. Stu is flying solo and gives us a deep dive into the American Medical Association (AMA). Listen as he shares his insight about the lack of transparency the AMA truly has, why they don’t really represent most doctors, and what organizations we should be putting our trust in instead.

25 Aug 20211h 11min

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