Healthful Woman Podcast

On this episode of Healthful Woman, Dr. Fox and Dr. Friedman discuss the nuanced advice they give patients regarding travel during pregnancy. They cover topics like timing travel during pregnancy, advice for different types or stages of pregnancy, and considerations for flying, destinations, and more.

In this "Mailbag" episode of the Healthful Woman Podcast, Dr. Nathan Fox answers listener questions covering a range of topics in maternal-fetal medicine. He provides an in-depth explanation of umbilical artery Doppler testing, including what elevated, absent, and reversed flow mean, and how those findings guide monitoring frequency and delivery timing for growth-restricted babies and twins. The e...

Dr. Melka joins Healthful Woman to talk about advanced maternal age, or AMA. In this episode, she explains the history of identifying AMA and terms like “elderly pregnancy” or “geriatric pregnancy,” clears up misconceptions about risks, and explains common problems that obstetricians screen for or treat in AMA patients.

In this "Mailbag" edition of the Healthful Woman podcast, Dr. Nathan Fox answers listener questions covering a range of women's health and obstetric topics. He addresses questions about chorioamnionitis found on placental pathology, returning to fertility after long-term Mirena IUD use, the history and current practice of episiotomies, and NICU level considerations for a planned VBAC delivery. The...

Dr. Lam-Rachlin returns to Healthful Woman to discuss fetal echocardiograms, a procedure she describes as “one of the most fascinating part of the stuff that we do on a day-to-day basis.” She and Dr. Fox explain the differences between blood flow in a fetus vs a child or adult, congenital heart defects, and more.

In this "Mailbag" episode of the Healthful Woman podcast, Dr. Nathan Fox addresses listener questions about preterm birth, covering topics like placental abruption, late preterm delivery, and the challenges of predicting recurrence in future pregnancies. He also discusses "threatened preterm labor", which is painful, regular contractions without cervical dilation, and the limited options available...

Dr. Samantha Do returns to Healthful Woman to talk about post-partum hemorrhage, which she says is “one of the most common [complications] that we think about for all patients.” She and Dr. Fox review causes for bleeding after delivery, how doctors treat these patients, and more.

In this "Mailbag" episode of Healthful Woman, Dr. Nathan Fox answers listener questions covering a range of pregnancy-related topics, from fetal growth and kidney findings to Braxton Hicks contractions and large-for-gestational-age babies. He breaks down complex medical concepts in plain language, reassuring listeners that many common findings, like a baby measuring in the seventh percentile or mi...

Dr. Stephanie Lam returns for an episode on contraception. In this episode, she explains the discussions that gynecologists have with patients on contraception, including choosing the right type of birth control, the symptoms that contraception can alleviate, and protection against STDs.

In this "Mailbag" episode of Healthful Woman Podcast, Dr. Nathan Fox tackles a wide range of listener questions, covering topics from the mechanics of twin vaginal delivery to fetal heart arrhythmias and the genetics of balanced translocations. He also addresses the significance of fetal fraction results in prenatal screening and what they may indicate about placental health. The episode wraps up...

What are parents most worried about in the first few days of their baby’s life? What’s normal in the first few days? What should you actually call your doctor about? Pediatrician Dr. Tracey Agnese joins Healthful Woman to answer some of these common questions about a baby’s first few days of life.

Dr. Tracey Agnese, a pediatrician, joins the podcast to discuss newborn evaluations and what pediatricians look out for in a baby’s first appointments. Plus, she and Dr. Fox discuss her Youtube channel and Instagram account, @babydocmama, which she started to answer common questions from new parents.

In this episode of the Healthful Woman Podcast, Dr. Nathan Fox speaks with Shayna Safran, a survivor of severe hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) and founder of Shifrah, a nonprofit supporting women with this debilitating condition. Shayna shares her personal journey through multiple HG pregnancies, the life-changing discovery of vitamin deficiencies, and how these experiences inspired her to create educ...

In this 30th “Mailbag” episode of the Healthful Woman podcast, Dr. Nathan Fox answers listener questions on a range of women’s health topics, including the safety of teeth whitening during pregnancy, options for vaginal birth after multiple C-sections, and strategies to reduce the risk of recurrent intrauterine growth restriction. He also discusses the nuances of prenatal genetic screening.

In this episode of the Healthful Woman Podcast, Dr. Nathan Fox sits down with Dr. Tracy Scheller, an OB-GYN and fellowship-trained integrative medicine physician, to explore how nutrition, stress management, mindfulness, and lifestyle changes play a critical role in women’s overall health. Dr. Scheller shares her professional journey from traditional obstetrics and gynecology to integrative medici...

In Part Two of our previous episode, Dr. Marla Baum expands her discussion on neuropsychological testing for children. She and Dr. Fox discuss when a child should be tested, stigma in learning disabilities, accommodations for children who struggle, and more.

Dr. Marla Baum, a child neuropsychologist, explains her process of helping children who are having difficulty learning or in school. In this episode, she reviews testing and development of treatment plans for kids. Plus, she and Dr. Fox briefly review the emotional regulation issues, fear, and anxiety that kids are suffering through COVID-19 and what parents can do to help.

In this episode of "What Does the Fox Say?", Dr. Nathan Fox answers questions regarding moderate alcohol use in pregnancy, immune system changes and food safety, fast labor and when to head to the hospital, how to interpret placental pathology findings, and whether first-trimester bleeding always requires an ER visit. Throughout the episode, Dr. Fox emphasizes balancing medical data with real-worl...

Rivki Chudnoff, MSPT, explains pelvic floor therapy. A physical therapist practicing in Bogota, New Jersey, Chudnoff discusses her training for this specialty and how physical therapy helps women with pelvic health issues.

In this episode of the Healthful Woman Podcast, Dr. Nathan Fox speaks with Ruthie, a physician assistant and mother of two, as she shares her experience with postpartum depression following the birth of her first child. Together, they explore how maternal mental health challenges can emerge despite preparation and support, how symptoms can differ from typical postpartum adjustment, and the critica...

Dr. Zevy Hamburger returns to Healthful Woman to explain epidurals: how they work, how they are administered, and the advantages of different types of pain relief during labor and delivery. Plus, he gives an update on his experience at Mt. Sinai Hospital through the Covid-19 crisis.

In this episode of "What Does the Fox Say?", Dr. Nathan Fox answers questions regarding moderate alcohol use in pregnancy, immune system changes and food safety, fast labor and when to head to the hospital, how to interpret placental pathology findings, and whether first-trimester bleeding always requires an ER visit. Throughout the episode, Dr. Fox emphasizes balancing medical data with real-worl...

Dr. Sarah Roer Bendheim discusses her work with eating disorder patients. In this episode, Dr. Bendheim explains her path to studying psychology, treating eating disorders, counseling parents of children with eating disorders, and more.

In this episode of the Healthful Woman Podcast, Drs. Nathan Fox and Shari Gelber discuss cytomegalovirus (CMV) and its impact on pregnancy. They explain how CMV can affect newborns, the differences between primary infection and reactivation, and the challenges of testing and screening. The conversation also covers potential treatments, vaccine development, and advances in pediatric care that help...

Dr. Caroline Friedman returns to Healthful Woman to discuss shoulder dystocia. Shoulder dystocia occurs when the baby’s shoulders don’t come out within about 60 seconds of their head during delivery. Dr. Friedman and Dr. Fox explain why this happens and what obstetricians do to overcome it.