Dr. Stu’s Podcast #120: VBAC Guidelines Redux
Dr Stu learns a good lesson from three recent VBAC transports and then Blyss chimes in on the revised ACOG Practice Bulletin #184
The birth world can be overwhelming for parents and practitioners alike. Dr. Stuart Fischbein and Midwife Blyss Young and their combined 55+ years of experience are here to support you in this beautiful rite of passage.Join the weekly conversation as we blend wisdom and humor in discussing our recent births, the latest research, traditional healing, and instinctual birth.

Dr Stu learns a good lesson from three recent VBAC transports and then Blyss chimes in on the revised ACOG Practice Bulletin #184
It’s still the content of your character! Blyss and Dr. Stu recount some unsafe spaces at the recent MANA conference in Long Beach.
Blyss returns with Dr. Stu and explores the undiscovered world of “Private Membership Associations” with midwife and trailblazer, Angee Hock of Nebraska Midwifery Services
Blyss Young of Birthing Blyss joins Dr. Stu to reminisce, vent a little and discuss a home birth quandary.
Canada says up to 30% of all care provided women is of no value and Kim and Dr. Stu wonder how ACOG can be so sure of its vaccine recommendations.
Dr. Stu & Kim catch up on some recent birth stories and renew the call for collaboration and respect in decision making.
Kimberly shares an update on her daughter’s twins. A twin mom stands her ground and Dr. Stu shares an idea for equalizing the consent process. Consent for a Forced Cesarean Blog
In the shadow of Washington ineptitude Kimberly and Dr. Stu debate the endgame of the ever increasing rolls on Medicaid.
Remaining silent to the BS coming from Dekalb Medical Center and the mistreatment of a fine doctor is not an option. Breech twin moms Becky and Jessica share their insight. Find out how you can help: DeKalb Medical Center Protest Georgia Birth Advocacy Coalition
Kimberly & Dr. Stu continue their discussion from the ACOG convention on the dream of an integrated birthing system and some reasons behind the cesarean epidemic. https://shutthekaleup.com
Dr. Stu spent the weekend in San Diego with 5000 obstetricians at the annual ACOG meeting and shares some notes with Kimberly and the listeners.
Dr. Stu forgot to throw away his throw away journal. http://www.mdedge.com/obgmanagement/article/132366/gynecology/it-time-hpv-vaccination-be-considered-part-routine
Kimberly and Dr. Stu dissect the beast that was California SB 457. http://ca-lm.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/SB457-SenBates_Official_04-17-2017.pdf
Dr. Stu & Kim revisit the recurring themes of Breech delivery. One Step Forward and one step backward. With a positive update from The Sheffield Breech Conference by friend of the podcast, Rixa Freeze. Check out these great links! www.adaywithdrstu.com www.betterbirth360.com
Time sneaks up on us sometimes. Kim and Dr. Stu discuss recent life events and relish a return to the Podcast. curecervicalcancer.org
Dr. Stu shares his experience of being disrespected by a hospital physician. Kimberly and Dr. Stu discuss better options for collaboration and some exciting news on breech from California Hospital. Empowered Pregnancy Summit: http://empoweredpregnancysummit.com/Dr-Stuart-Fischbein
Is the AAP helping parents make informed choice on safe infant sleep and do they really know anything about breastfeeding? http://www.skintoskincontact.com/dr-bergman.aspx http://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/early/2016/10/20/peds.2016-2938 http://www.aappublications.org/news/2016/10/24/SleepCommentary102416 https://www.babyfriendlyusa.org/get-started/the-guidelines-evaluation-criteria http://cosleeping.nd.edu/ Our Mission Homepage http://lact.net
From Obamacare to Micro-aggressions, this political season has Dr. Stu pondering the loss of liberty and personal responsibility.
Dr. Stu has some harsh words for the system while he and Kimberly show their support for Dr. Bob Sears.
Kimberly questions Dr. Stu about the recent Gathering of the LA Birth Community. Surprise!….he has an opinion.
Kim had a baby at 46, OMG! Dr. Stu responds to a listener email.
Dr. Stu’s Dad sits down with Dr. Stu to wax nostalgic on his 96th birthday.
After listening to Dr. Stu & Kim discuss Breech bans and the cost of a hospital birth the metaphor becomes clearer. Rally Information ImprovingBirth.org, LA
Kimberly & Dr. Stu discuss the $16 million Alabama judgement. Please take a moment after you listen to check out today’s podcast links: Mom Sues for Bait & Switch in Maternity Care ImprovingBirth.org Safer Birth In Bama
ACOG says no twin home births. Kimberly and Dr. Stu aren’t buying it. Dr. Stu’s blog, “Six days was a charm” ACOG opinion #669: Planned Home Birth – ACOG Folic Acid information: www.thehealthyhomeeconomist.com/folic-acid-making-us-sick/
When big institutions limit options we all suffer.
Dr. Stu’s phone feels inadequate. Kim reassures Dr. Stu as they discuss issues of the day.
Dr. Stu welcomes back Kimberly for some birth stories, both fuzzy and infuriating.
Dr. Stu and guest host Kimberly Durdin discuss the ABC, Amsterdam Breech Conference.
Jennifer and baby, Kallysta, again join Dr. Stu as he recalls some of his adventures during the Dr. Stu Podcast Hiatus.