The Pain of a Full-Term Stillbirth
In a recent episode of the “Healthful Woman” podcast, called “Katie Yin’s Birth Story Part 1: The Pain of a Full-Term Stillbirth,” podcast host Dr. Nathan Fox and podcast guest Katie Yin discuss one of the most challenging and heartbreaking experiences a parent can face, the stillbirth of a child. Katie shares her journey through
All About Pregnancy & Birth: Insights from Dr. Nicole Rankins’s Podcast
Pregnancy and childbirth are filled with anticipation, excitement, and sometimes uncertainty. In a recent episode of the “Healthful Woman” podcast, host Dr. Nathan Fox and guest Dr. Nicole Rankins discuss pregnancy and birth, delving into what parents-to-be should know as they prepare for this life-changing event. Healthful Woman · “All About Pregnancy & Birth” –
Anxiety: Navigating Through The Maternal Journey
Addressing Anxiety Before, During, and After Pregnancy Anxiety can significantly impact women at various stages of their lives, especially during pregnancy. Dr. Nathan Fox recently discussed this critical topic with Dr. Shari Lusskin, a renowned psychiatrist specializing in women’s mental health during the recent Healthful Woman podcast, “Anxiety: Before, During, and After Pregnancy”. They explored
Personal and Professional Reflections on Suspected Fetal Growth Restriction with Dr. Mariam Naqvi
In the recent episode of the Healthful Woman podcast, “Personal and Professional Reflections on Suspected Fetal Growth Restriction,” host Dr. Nathan Fox and guest Dr. Mariam Naqvi, a Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, discuss fetal growth restriction (IUGR). Learn more about the diagnosis and management of fetal growth restriction. Healthful Woman · "Personal &
Understanding Fetal Growth Restriction
In the recent episode of the Healthful Woman podcast, “Fetal Growth Restriction,” Dr. Simi Gupta joined Dr. Fox to discuss fetal growth restriction (FGR). FGR refers to babies under the 10th percentile in size for their gestational age. Dr. Gupta, who has extensively researched this condition, shares valuable insights into its implications and management. Healthful
Twins, Gestational Carriers and the Heartwarming Milwaukee Connection with Melanie Kule
During Melanie Kule’s recent chat on the Healthful Woman podcast, hosted by Dr. Nathan Fox, she discusses her birth story, miscarriages, IVF pregnancy, healthy baby, and experience having twins with a gestational carrier. Continue reading to learn more about gestational carriers and Melanie Kule’s story. Healthful Woman · “Twins with a gestational carrier and the
About Sleep Training and Making the Right Decision for Your Family
Dr. Nathan Fox, an OB-GYN and maternal-fetal medicine specialist, recently welcomed Emily Oster, author of “Expecting Better,” “Cribsheet,” and “The Family Firm,” to the “Healthful Woman” podcast. They delved into the topic of sleep training and discussed its significance in early childhood development. Emily Oster, whose books provide data-driven advice on parenting, shared insights and
Kim’s Experience with Cord Prolapse
In the recent episode of “Healthful Woman,” called “Cord Prolapse: Kim’s Story,” host Dr. Nathan Fox sits down with Kimberly Goodridge, NP, who shares her experience with cord prolapse during childbirth. This unexpected turn transformed Kim’s routine vaginal birth into a high-stakes emergency cesarean section, highlighting both the unpredictability of childbirth and the critical decisions
Hindy’s Story Navigating Crohn’s Disease and Pregnancy
Crohn’s disease can be unpredictable in pregnancy, making it essential to receive proper healthcare and guidance during this time. Dr. Nathan Fox and guest Hindy discuss her journey with Crohn’s disease during pregnancy in the Healthful Woman podcast, “Hindy’s Story: Crohn’s in Pregnancy.” Crohn’s disease, a form of irritable bowel disease (IBD), can present a
Is Pitocin Friend or Foe?
The Healthful Woman podcast host and maternal-fetal medicine specialist Dr. Fox invited Dr. Stephanie Melka, OB/GYN, to discuss myths about Pitocin and labor, how it works, its uses, and why some women opt out. In the podcast episode “Pitocin: Friend or Foe?”, Discover more about Pitocin and whether you should take it during your pregnancy.