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11/19/2025

#440: Thrive Again With Crowdheath CEO Andy Schoonover

In this week’s episode, Dr. Stu and Midwife Blyss discuss healthcare challenges and solutions with Andy Schoonover, CEO of Crowdhealth. Schoonover shares his personal journey that led him to start Crowdhealth, an innovative alternative to traditional health insurance that leverages community crowdfunding to cover medical expenses. The conversation examines the inefficiencies and complexities of the current health insurance system, comparing Crowdhealth's approach to other options such as Christian Sharing ministries and Liberty Health Share. Schoonover emphasizes the importance of maintaining the patient-doctor relationship, explains the regulatory landscape, and shares touching stories of improved customer experiences.
About Andy Schoonover
CrowdHealth is a revolutionary alternative to traditional health insurance. Instead of paying premiums into a bloated system, members contribute directly to one another’s medical needs—saving money, fostering transparency, and creating a healthcare experience rooted in trust. Since its founding, CrowdHealth has helped members save millions on medical expenses while empowering them with tools to navigate care confidently and affordably.
At the helm is Andy Schoonover, CrowdHealth’s founder and CEO. A passionate advocate for medical freedom, Andy is dedicated to breaking down the inefficiencies of the insurance industry and building a member-first model that prioritizes people over profits. His mission is simple yet bold: to put control back in the hands of individuals and create a community where healthcare is funded by people, not corporations.
Website: https://www.joincrowdhealth.com/
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11/12/2025

#439: Where Did The Courageous Doctors Go?
In this week’s episode, Blyss and Stu enjoy another hodgepodge discussion where they dig into the intricacies of dealing with unexpected medical issues such as heavy postpartum bleeding linked to a fibroid, iron deficiency, and the unconventional use of Jay breathing during labor. The episode features strong themes of patient advocacy, the importance of seeking multiple opinions, and the personal journeys of managing one's health amidst a complex medical system.
Discussed in This Episode
Postpartum Bleeding and Fibroid Concerns
Exploring Treatment Options for Fibroids
Fibroid Surgical Procedures and Risks
Alternative Treatments for Fibroids and Embolization
Hysterectomy vs. Myomectomy
Iron Infusion and Postpartum Recovery
Tongue and Lip Ties in Newborns

Mentioned in this Episode
Birthing Instincts Episode 327: Interesting Stuff About Fibroids
Birthing Instincts Episode 436: What Is Vs. What Could Be. Models Of Care In Flux
SMFM Statement on Acetaminophen Use DuringPregnancy and Autism
COVID-19 Vaccine Misinformation Tool Kit

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

This show is supported by
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11/05/2025

#438: Wellness Is Free! A Conversation On Trimester Zero With WeNatal Founders Vida & Ronit

In this week’s episode, Blyss and Stu invited Vita and Ronit, the founders of WeNatal, for a conversation about the significance of 'Trimester Zero,' the period leading up to conception, and its impact on egg and s***m quality. The founders share their personal journeys through pregnancy loss and how it led to the creation of WeNatal. They emphasize the importance of holistic health, including diet, supplementation, and stress management, in improving fertility outcomes.

About Ronit and Vida:
Bio for your reference: Ronit Menashe and Vida Delrahim are the founders of WeNatal, a prenatal supplement company that is transforming the fertility space with the first prenatal supplement optimized for her AND him. WeNatal’s mission to change the narrative surrounding fertility and reproductive health is personal; after suffering miscarriages a week apart Ronit and Vida were given little direction on what to do differently. More importantly, the health of Ronit & Vida’s partners (including the health of their s***m) was completely missing from their fertility dialogue with their doctors… something had to change. WeNatal shifts the fertility journey from "me" to "we” and is revolutionizing the prenatal space with a formulation team composed of industry leading Functional Medicine doctors, nutritionists, and fertility experts, including Dr. Mark Hyman and Kelly LeVeque. With 24 key clean, bioavailable nutrients, WeNatal steps up where other supplements fall short for all things preconception to postpartum for both parents and baby.

Website: wenatal.com

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10/29/2025

#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

This show is supported by
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10/23/2025

#436: What Is Vs. What Could Be. Models Of Care In Flux
Blyss is back and Stu has a hodgepodge of topics to cover with her. Blyss shares her enriching experience at an international midwifery conference in Greece, while Dr. Stu sheds light on the impersonal nature of modern medical practices and the hope brought by the Alice Walton School of Medicine. The episode enriches listeners with firsthand stories of birth, the dynamics between midwives and healthcare systems, and the promising future of holistic medical education.
Discussed in This Episode
Blyss' Greece Trip and Midwifery Conference
COVID-19 Vaccine Updates
Changes in Vaccine Recommendations
Documentary on Vaccinated vs. Unvaccinated Kids
Midwives' Perspectives and Challenges
New Medical School Initiative

Mentioned in this Episode
Patreon Events patreon.com/birthinginstincts
CDC Rewrite of Vaccine Guidelines Is a BIG Win for Medical Freedom
An Inconvenient Study
Doctor’s Art: EP. 151: TO CREATE A MEDICAL SCHOOL
Article: The World’s Richest Woman Has Opened a Medical School
Herbal Pregnancy Blend, By Carol Gautschi

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

This show is supported by
WeNatal | Go to WeNatal.com/Birthinginstincts for a free magnesium with any subscription order.
Wholesome Organics Beauty Company | Go to wholesomeOBC.com and use the code INSTINCTS for 20% off your order.
Restorative Roots | Go to restorativeroots.com and use code BIRTHINGINSTINCTS to get $20 off
Girls Who Know | Go to girlswhoknow.com and use code INSTINCTS for 15% off
Connect with Dr. Stu and Blyss
Join our Patreon! patreon.com/birthinginstinctspodcast
Instagram: /
Website: birthinginstincts.com/birthingblyss.com
Email: birthinginstinctspodcast@gmail.com
Podcast webpage: birthinginstinctspodcast.com
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10/15/2025

#435: The Making of a Good Man with Ashley Mariani
In this week’s episode of The Birthing Instincts Podcast, Dr. Stu is joined by Ashley Mariani, also known as 'The Rogue Therapist' from Instagram, to discuss the complexities of fatherhood and relationships. While Blyss is traveling, Ashley and Dr. Stu get deep and personal in conversation about how men can navigate fatherhood, improve their relationships, and break generational trauma. A valuable episode for anyone looking to strengthen their relationships and foster healthy family environments.
About Ashley Mariani:
Ashley Mariani is a couples therapist, Reverend, and founder of Mind Online Therapy. She specializes in intimacy, polarity, and the nervous system, with a focus on supporting couples through the impact of birth trauma and the challenges it creates in relationships. With over a decade of experience, Ashley blends neuroscience, trauma-informed practices, and her own frameworks to help couples repair trust, rebuild connection, and rediscover desire.
In addition to her clinical work, Ashley is a public speaker and educator whose voice has been featured on podcasts and at conferences across North America. She is the creator of programs and workshops that teach couples practical tools for navigating conflict, intimacy, and long-term partnership. Through her work, Ashley brings a direct yet compassionate approach to some of the most personal aspects of human connection, helping couples move from survival to genuine thriving. She is also a wife and mom of three, including boy–girl twins who keep life lively both inside and outside the therapy room."
Website: www.mindonline.ca
Instagram: .therapist / .ca /
Discussed in This Episode
Ashley Mariani on Fatherhood and Relationships
John and Jill: A Case Study
The Rite of Passage in Fatherhood
Men's Learning and Wilderness Survival
Fatherhood and Neuroscience
The Role of Fathers in Child Development
Choosing and Supporting Your Partner
The Work of a Good Man
Communication and Responsibilities in Relationships
Mentioned in this Episode

Birthing Instincts Episode 368: Boys to Men: The Importance of Masculinity

Resources
Protecting your family from obstetric violence course, understanding tetany, and other helpful links can be found at Linktr.ee/mindonline

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

This show is supported by
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Wholesome Organics Beauty Company | Go to wholesomeOBC.com and use the code INSTINCTS for 20% off your order.
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Connect with Dr. Stu and Blyss
Join our Patreon! patreon.com/birthinginstinctspodcast
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10/08/2025

#434: Decisions, Cesareans & How to Advocate with Hehe Stewart

In this episode of The Birthing Instincts Podcast, Dr. Stu is joined by Hehe Stewart from The Birth Lounge Podcast to explore common reasons for C-sections, how hospital policies and interventions often lead to unnecessary surgeries, and strategies for avoiding them. The episode features poignant birth stories that highlight the challenges and triumphs of navigating the medical system to achieve a desired birth experience. Hehe shares her expertise on protecting birth goals, advocating for oneself, and the importance of informed decision-making.

About Hehe
HeHe Stewart is a leading childbirth educator, advocate, and maternity care reform expert. With a Master’s in Human Development and over a decade of experience, she empowers families with evidence-based birth prep, informed decision-making, and postpartum readiness. She is a fierce advocate for informed consent, reducing unnecessary interventions, and ensuring patient autonomy in birth.
Beyond working with families, HeHe is actively involved in legislative efforts to improve women’s health policies and expand access to midwifery care. She works to reform maternity care by advocating for patient rights, increased birth options, and improved maternal health outcomes.
As the host of The Birth Lounge Podcast, she interviews leading experts in pregnancy, women’s health, and newborn development, giving parents the knowledge they need to navigate birth and postpartum with confidence. Her work continues to drive meaningful change through education, advocacy, and policy reform.

Website: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/join

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10/01/2025

#433: Q & A with Dr. K, Pregnancy Specialist

In this week’s episode, Dr. Stu hosts a maternal-fetal medicine (MFM) specialist known on Instagram as Dr. K Pregnancy Specialist. From the rising C-section rates and the impact of continuous fetal monitoring, to the role of litigation in shaping medical practice, Dr. K shares her insights and the importance of incorporating midwifery approaches. Together, they also address more sensitive topics like the implications of maternal vaccines and SSRIs during pregnancy. Throughout the discussion, Dr. K emphasizes the importance of evidence-based practice, maternal autonomy, and the need for a balanced and non-alarmist approach to patient care.
About Dr. K:
Dr K Pregnancy Specialist is the brand persona for a double board certified MD, Maternal-Fetal Medicine physician in the USA, who has membership in the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the Society of Maternal Fetal Medicine. Maternal Fetal Medicine physicians are specialists in managing maternal health conditions that complicate pregnancy and use prenatal ultrasound to evaluate normal and abnormal fetal development in the womb. Obstetricians that write suggested national guidelines for safe Obstetric practice are often Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialists.
Dr. K has special interests in advocacy for maternal autonomy; preventing unnecessary cesarean delivery; risk prevention & reduction for pregnant parents; diagnosing and managing
anomalies of development for the unborn fetus; and encouraging generational health practices after childbirth, such as breastfeeding/ human milk feeding. She has a panache for clear, non-alarmist communication of complex ideas.
Website: www.drkpregnancyspecialist.com
Instagram:

Mentioned in This Episode
Rising C-Section Rates
Challenges in Maternal Fetal Medicine
The Impact of Litigation on Medical Decisions
Ultrasound and Diagnostic Practices
Big Baby Concerns and Induction Debates
VBACs: Risks and Considerations
The Controversy Over Growth Restriction Definitions
Debating the Safety of Vaccines During Pregnancy

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

This show is supported by
WeNatal | Go to WeNatal.com/Birthinginstincts for a free magnesium with any subscription order.
Wholesome Organics Beauty Company | Go to wholesomeOBC.com and use the code INSTINCTS for 20% off your order.
BIRTHFIT | Go to birthfit.com and use the code INSTINCTS for 20% off any fitness program.
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09/24/2025

#432: The History of Alcohol & Pregnancy

In this weeks episode, Blyss and Stu examine the impact of prenatal alcohol exposure, providing historical context and the latest research findings. They discuss the relevance of abstinence from alcohol during pregnancy and the challenges of interpreting self-reported research data.

Mentioned in This Episode
Stu’s 9/11 reflections on Patreon
President Trump Signs Executive Order Limiting Big Pharma Ads

Studies References
Impact of Childhood Vaccination on Short and Long-Term Chronic Health Outcomes in Children: A Birth Cohort Study
A Brief History of Awareness of the Link Between Alcohol and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Alcohol Leaflet
An overview of current advances in perinatal alcohol exposure and pathogenesis of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders
Having Alcohol Before Realizing You’re Pregnant: How Dangerous Is It, Really?
Gin Lane

Covered in This Episode
Alcohol Use in Pregnancy: Myths and Facts
Understanding Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Impact of Alcohol Consumption During Pregnancy
Research on Alcohol Exposure and Pregnancy
Historical Perspectives on Alcohol and Pregnancy

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

This show is supported by
WeNatal | Go to WeNatal.com/Birthinginstincts for a free magnesium with any subscription order.
Wholesome Organics Beauty Company | Go to wholesomeOBC.com and use the code INSTINCTS for 20% off your order.
BIRTHFIT | Go to birthfit.com and use the code INSTINCTS for 20% off any fitness program.
Restorative Roots | Go to restorativeroots.com and use code BIRTHINGINSTINCTS to get $20 off
Connect with Dr. Stu and Blyss
Join our Patreon! patreon.com/birthinginstinctspodcast
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Podcast webpage: birthinginstinctspodcast.com
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09/17/2025

#431: "Hold Your Beer" It's Fetal Macrosomia Guidelines

This week Blyss & Stu go on a deep dive into macrosomia, also known as a large baby. They review extensive data from multiple sources, including ACOG, NICE guidelines, and the Big Baby Study, and discuss the implications of predicted and actual macrosomia. They discuss risk factors, maternal and fetal morbidity, ultrasound accuracy, the pros and cons of induction of labor, and the impact of the standard of care. As always, Blyss balances the conversation with discussing the stark contrast between the way macrosomic babies are cared for in the hospital v at home under the care of midwives. She shares tips on how to reduce the risks of macrosomia, especially when a mom is diabetic or has gestational diabetes.

References
NICE Study: National Institute for Health and Care Excellence. “Induction of Labour for Suspected Fetal Macrosomia: Evidence Review A.” NICE Guideline NG207, [2021]. PDF.
Big Baby Study: Gardosi, Jason, et al. “Induction of Labour versus Standard Care to Prevent Shoulder Dystocia in Fetuses Suspected to Be Large for Gestational Age in the UK (the Big Baby Trial): A Multicentre, Open-Label, Randomised Controlled Trial.” The Lancet, vol. 405, no. 10491, 17 May 2025, pp. 1743–1756. DOI: 10.1016/S0140-6736(25)00162-X.
ACOG Practice Guidelines: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. “Macrosomia.” Practice Bulletin: Obstetrics, Committee on Practice Bulletins—Obstetrics, William H. Barth Jr, MD, and Rebecca Jackson, MD, [2016] PDF.
Preyer, Oliver, et al. “Fetal Weight Estimation at Term—Ultrasound versus Clinical Examination with Leopold’s Manoeuvres: A Prospective Blinded Observational Study.” BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, vol. 19, 2019, article 122.
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09/03/2025

#429: The Passing of a Legend: Our Tribute To Michel Odent

In this heartfelt episode, Blyss and Stu pay tribute to the late Michel Odent, a luminary in the field of childbirth and midwifery. They reminisce about his groundbreaking contributions in the world of birth. A strong supporter of water birth, advocating for hormonal understanding in labor, and his unwavering belief in the power of love and natural birthing processes, he is truly a legend that has made a deep impact on childbirth practices and the importance of preserving his teachings for future generations. We honor his legacy with some personal stories, emotional letters from his colleagues, and tributes from various birth workers.

Mentioned in This Episode
Michel Odent on "love cocktails" in birth
Origin Birth and Health, David Hayes Substack
Photo of Michel Odent taken by
Books by Michel Odent
At Her Feet Podcast, by Blyss Young

In This Episode
Remembering Michel Odent
The Hormonal Symphony of Childbirth
Love Cocktails in Birth
Protecting the Emotional State of Pregnant Women
Dr. Odent’s Impact on Modern Birth Practices

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

This show is supported by
WeNatal | Go to WeNatal.com/Birthinginstincts for a free magnesium with any subscription order.
Wholesome Organics Beauty Company | Go to wholesomeOBC.com and use the code INSTINCTS for 20% off your order.
BIRTHFIT | Go to birthfit.com and use the code INSTINCTS for 20% off any fitness program.
Restorative Roots | Go to restorativeroots.com and use code BIRTHINGINSTINCTS to get $20 off
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Podcast webpage: birthinginstinctspodcast.com
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08/20/2025

427: Changing The Narrative with Girls Who Know® Founder Laurisa Paul

In this episode of the Birthing Instincts Podcast, Dr. Stu and Midwife Blyss interview Larissa Paul, founder of 'Girls Who Know®,' an organization dedicated to educating young girls about their bodies, menstrual cycles, and childbirth. They highlight how early education, and the knowing one's body can empower young girls, reduce fear, and lead to better birthing experiences.

About Laurisa:
Laurisa Paul is a Registered Nurse, home birther, writer, and founder of Girls Who Know®, an organization that inspires girls to love who they are and to know and respect their bodies.
Medically trained, Laurisa stumbled across homebirth when she was actively seeking for better birth experiences. Since then, she has worked as a midwife assistant and an instructor for Evidence Based Birth.
Laurisa has a deep passion for supporting women and connecting with those she loves. She resides in Texas, where she is a mother of five and an outdoor adventurer. Laurisa loves a good challenge like Spanish speaking, hiking, running, tree climbing or raising wholehearted human beings.
Laurisa and her team at Girls Who Know® are improving childbirth outcomes through the education of girls while they are young.

Website: www.girlswhoknow.com
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