Birthing Instincts

Blyss and Dr. Stu catch up on the events of the week—of course, with a healthy dose of cynicism—and respond to a few letters from listeners. They then discuss the pros and cons of certain ACOG protocols, while taking a deep dive on what is and is not normal bleeding throughout each trimester of pregnancy, as well as postpartum. In this episode of Birthing Instincts: Some current events & cynic...

Today, Dr. Stu vents to us from his hotel room in Redding, California after reteaching breech, then travels to Stratford on Avon, UK to chat all things birth with British author & doula, Sally Anne Beresford. The two speak passionately about womens’ human rights to childbirth and their conversation reaffirms that the issues that so many mothers experience here in the US are also present across...

In this episode, Blyss and Dr. Stu discuss the difference between a Colposcopy, LEEP and Cone Biopsy. They also share a variety of letters from listeners–many who were left without answers or dealt with health care professionals that lack awareness of social cues. Today’s show is yet another reminder of the unfortunate fact that the fear of the birth person or team you hire is sometimes the cataly...

Today, Dr. Stu and Blyss take a glance into the past to inform the present. Dr. Stu reads a chapter about the history of whooping cough from a book he’s been reading titled, “Dissolving Illusions: Disease, Vaccines, and The Forgotten History”. Although the book was published nine years ago, and its focus is historical, it offers lots of insight into the development, administration, and propaganda...

Today’s show features two conversations: Blyss joins in an alliteration of B’s, while Stu connects from his RV. Stu also leaves the Beast behind and travels to the village of Shoreham in Kent, UK to meet with the prolific and informed hypnobirthing instructor, Erin Fung of Better Birth UK. In this episode of Birthing Instincts: Questioning the Friedman Curve The wide variety of viable birth positi...

Blyss Young of Birthing Blyss joins Dr. Stu to reminisce, vent a little and discuss a home birth quandary. In this episode of Birthing Instincts: Background info on modern midwifery Why many hospitals interventions are unnecessary How unsuccessful home births are technically viewed as a crime scene, and how this differs from hospital births Remembering that media headlines often don’t tell the ful...

In this episode, mental and physical wellness and hopeful visions are the subject of today's podcast. Blyss and Dr. Stu read listener letters and discuss more truths and lies. Plus, learn why we need to always follow the money and why the mainstream medical model may not be worth saving. In this episode of the Birthing Instincts Podcast: Dr. Stu and Blyss share a new vision and big dream for t...

Dr. Stu & Blyss sit down for a conversation with author, sage, and award-winning science journalist. Jennifer Margulis, PhD. They muse on their attendance to the #HEALNC gathered in Raleigh, NC and basked in wisdom with the author of "Your Baby, Your Way'' & "The Vaccine Friendly Plan”. Plus, Jennifer gives tips on eating a low-toxin diet, explains why aspirin may actually...

Blyss and Dr. Stu discuss RV life and physiologic vs. coached pushing with tears and repairs on today's episode. Learn some tips for preventing tearing from happening in the first place and feel empowered as a woman to take back the power during labor.  In this episode of the Birthing Instincts Podcast: How practitioners often undermine womens’ power during labor Is it possible to “breathe you...

Maryn Green of Indie Birth joins Blyss to discuss ancient wisdom and remind women to take back birth. A midwife since 2009 (first as a licensed midwife and now as an independent, autonomous midwife in Kentucky), Maryn has years of professional wisdom that she’s here to share. She’s well known for her international association, the Indie Birth Association, which serves and educates women and midwiv...

Taking more time to feel, to contemplate and to care is sound medicine. With this theme in mind, Blyss and Dr. Stu engage listener comments and discuss a variety of topics the medical/technical model has got wrong.  In this episode of the Birthing Instincts Podcast: Dr. Stu takes a sabbatical Is a vaginal birth after 3 cesareans possible? The hypocrisy of “safe and effective” Potential risks of ge...

Today on the show we’re joined by Blyss’ Innate Journey partner, Haize Hawke Rosen! A Spiritual Facilitator, Mentor & Master Doula, Haize is here to share the wisdom of sex and intimacy in birthing. Her and Blyss give tips on using intimacy to induce labor, why partners need to actively work towards healthy intimacy postpartum, and how to implement some of their best practices into your pregna...

Today we talk about real indications and methods for labor induction. Blyss shares her midwife wisdom on “natural” alternatives while Dr. Stu exposes how every hospital intervention just happens to generate revenue!  In this episode of the Birthing Instincts Podcast: The safety of using marijuana while pregnant The different types of skin on skin and why it’s important  Pediatric tyrannies the hyp...

Our health is under siege with lies by liars with nefarious motives. From HPV vaccine to SIDS, Blyss & Dr. Stu expose the culprits in today's episode. Listen to learn all about vaccine injuries, and whether or not the HPV vaccine is a smart choice for you and your family.  In this episode of the Birthing Instincts Podcast: Government censorship of “misinformation” New California bills that...

Today we meet the infamous Dr. Flores! Dr. Stu and Blyss speak with the home birth obstetrician and mom about her path and passions and talk twins, including an amazing story of double breech babies. Plus, Dr. Stu gets unintended international exposure from @korraobidi.  In this episode of the Birthing Instincts Podcast:  A way to help mothers and babies in Ukraine The lost art of the ritual of bi...

Dr. Stu laments more rules that solve nothing and diminish the individual while Blyss "blaised" her fellow birthkeepers. Then they dive into why newborns are born with vitamin K deficiencies and lament on the need for critical thought in our society.  Today on the Birthing Instincts Podcast: Blyss shares her new divine calling The beauty of fighting to have the birth you want When spouses...

Food rumors lurk in today’s episode as Dr. Stu and Blyss unpack some common pregnancy food myths, and bring some uncommon sense to the table. Learn whether or not your favorite foods are safe to eat while pregnant, and hear some old wives tales about food safety from around the globe! Today on the Birthing Instincts Podcast: Morality around masking children Common pregnancy food myths that may sur...

This week Blyss & Dr. Stu review a paper on "Alternative Perinatal Practices" and explore the verbiage and biases of experts and rule-makers whose principles are better than yours. They chat all things lotus births, delayed bathing, and about the corruption within American medical journals. Today on the Birthing Instincts Podcast: A COVID birth story Hypocrisy and corruption within med...

Today we discuss hyperemesis remedies after Blyss meets an icon and Dr. Stu gets canceled. Get diet, lifestyle, and homeopathic tips on dealing with hyperemesis and morning sickness, plus hear the story of how Dr. Stu ruffled some feathers in the birthing world! In this episode of the Birthing Instincts Podcast: Dr. Stu gets canceled!  Risks of hyperemesis gravidarum Battling morning sickness and...

Kristine Lauria, an incredibly skilled midwife & storyteller, joins our podcast to share her amazing midwifery wisdom. Kristine specializes in high risk obstetrics and is a staunch advocate for autonomy in women's health, working internationally for MSF (Doctors Without Border) providing humanitarian aid. Blyss & Dr. Stu feel blessed by and in awe of her kindred spirit as she shares he...

In today's episode Blyss and Dr. Stu give their take on the important topic of hypertension and preeclampsia in pregnant women. Plus, some more letters from listeners and the truth about the dreaded “white coat syndrome”. Country roads and flashbacks also on the menu. In this episode of the Birthing Instincts Podcast: Should pregnant women avoid eating salt? Practical diet and lifestyle change...

In today’s podcast Blyss and Dr. Stu discuss personal experiences with the variant and review their birth statistics. Finding the positive in a sea of confusion and an important letter about CMV.  In this episode of the Birthing Instincts Podcast: Dr. Stu’s and Blyss’s experiences with contracting COVID What supplements they used to manage COVID A heartbreaking letter from a listener in healthcare...

Today’s show is about acronyms galore! Blyss & Dr. Stu review VBAC/HBAC/TOLAC and the FDA on Diclegis, too. More dopamine and less use of the term "provider" in 2022. Plus, they touch on the efficacy of monoclonal antibodies, and Dr. Stu shares the story of a serendipitous meeting of a past patient and listener of the podcast.  In this episode of the Birthing Instincts Podcast: Answeri...

On this solo episode, Dr. Stu reviews some published information on home birth and the jab, and shares healthy skepticism on opinions masquerading as fact. Listen as Dr. Stu brings things back down to reality with some basic critical thinking.  In this episode of the Birthing Instincts Podcast: Breaking down the true risks of home births Overuse of the term misinformation How to cultivate healthy...

Dr. Stu and Blyss are back together again! From an Instagram Live Event, some q uestions from listeners are addressed as Blyss and Dr. Stu reunite less than six feet apart! They share their tips on home births, pregnancy risk with age, and learning how to trust your midwife.  In this episode of the Birthing Instincts Podcast: The importance of nutrition during pregnancy Is there risk with home bir...