#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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#422: What Are Legitimate Reasons For Induction?

#422: What Are Legitimate Reasons For Induction?

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#421: Turn Down The Power: Patti Wood On Radiation Exposure

#421: Turn Down The Power: Patti Wood On Radiation Exposure

This week Blyss and Stu welcome Patti Wood, founder and executive director of Grassroots Environmental Education, to discuss the potential risks of exposure to cell phones and other wireless devices, ...

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#420: Periodontal Disease & Health Is Often Overlooked with Stacia Garmon, RDH

#420: Periodontal Disease & Health Is Often Overlooked with Stacia Garmon, RDH

In this episode, Dr. Stu and Midwife Blyss are joined by Stacia Garmon, a dental hygienist who shares her expertise on periodontal disease and its potential impact on overall health, including its ass...

2 Juli 20251h 9min

#419: Thank you, I love you. Our Conversation on the book "Yoni Owner's Manual" with Ibu Robin Lim

#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 Juni 20251h 23min

#418: What Zookeepers Know & Obstetricians Have Forgotten: A Conversation with Author Milli Hill

#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 Juni 20251h 32min

#417: Midwifery & The Conundrum Of The Legislative Process with Ellie Stangl

#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 Juni 20251h 22min

#416: Disentangling Mono-chorionic Twins

#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 Juni 20251h 29min

#415: Your Menstrual Cycle As A Window To Your Health. Our thoughtful discussion with "The Fifth Vital Sign" author, Lisa Hendrickson-Jack

#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 Maj 20251h 30min

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