Dr. Nathan Riley, an OBGYN trained in palliative care, discusses the role of medicine in society, balancing science and the unseen. Topics include conscious birth and death practices, the state of modern birth control, challenges in allopathic medicine, creating a holistic approach to healthcare, exploring the relationship between chakras and organ systems, and the teachings of Rudolph Steiner. The podcast offers insights into various consciousness levels and the importance of being present during childbirth.
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Understanding natural rhythms and fertility awareness empowers individuals to make informed decisions about reproductive health and contraception options.
Hormonal contraception can disrupt the natural rhythm of a woman's body, leading to potential health issues and gut microbiome disruption.
A more creative and holistic approach to medicine is needed, embracing individual circumstances, patient autonomy, and curiosity.
Science should be treated as an ongoing process of exploration and inquiry, challenging assumptions and promoting open inquiry.
The vision for holistic birth experiences prioritizes autonomy, harmonics, and nature-immersion, offering a safe space for women with individualized care.
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The importance of understanding natural rhythms and embracing fertility awareness
It is crucial for women and men to have a comprehensive understanding of natural rhythms and fertility awareness. By reconnecting with the natural cycles of a woman's body, it allows for a deeper understanding of their health and well-being. By educating ourselves and our children about fertility awareness, we can empower individuals to make informed decisions about their reproductive health and contraception options.
The risks and drawbacks of hormonal contraception
Hormonal contraception, such as birth control pills or IUDs, can have significant drawbacks and risks. These methods can disrupt the natural rhythm and flow of a woman's body, leading to hormone imbalances and potential long-term health issues. Additionally, the synthetic hormones in hormonal contraceptives can disrupt the gut microbiome, impact the immune system, and contribute to nutrient deficiencies. It is important to consider alternative methods and have open discussions about the risks and benefits involved.
The need for a more thoughtful and creative approach to medicine
The current medical system often prioritizes guidelines and protocols over individualized and thoughtful care. As a result, many doctors are discouraged from asking difficult questions or exploring alternative treatment options. There is a need for a more creative and holistic approach to medicine that embraces curiosity, takes into account individual circumstances, and values patient autonomy. By adopting a more thoughtful approach, healthcare professionals can better serve their patients and foster a true partnership in care.
Challenging the notion of settled science and promoting open inquiry
Science is a process of exploration and inquiry, and it should never be treated as settled or dogmatic. The scientific method encourages asking questions, challenging assumptions, and being open to new information and perspectives. It is essential to challenge the notion of settled science and create an environment where open inquiry is valued. By embracing this mindset, we can foster innovation, uncover new truths, and contribute to the evolution of scientific knowledge.
Creating a Holistic Birth and Death Experience
In envisioning the most holistic and beautiful birth and death experiences, the focus is on creating environments that prioritize autonomy, harmonics, and a nature-immersive setting. Instead of the typical hospital experience, these envisioned experiences include angelic singing, amber lights, and a quiet, serene atmosphere. The goal is to provide space for women to exercise their sovereignty over the birth process, surrounded by a supportive team who believes in informed consent, shared decision making, and the right to refuse treatment. The vision extends to include a safe space for women with vaginal breach babies or twins who may not find support for a home birth, giving them the option to have their babies with respect, compassion, and individualized care.
Indie Birth Midwifery Institute: A Sanctuary for Birthing
The Indie Birth Midwifery Institute aims to be a sanctuary for women during the birthing process. It will provide a nurturing and nature-immersive environment where women can have the most autonomous and beautiful birthing experiences possible. The Institute will offer a safe space for women who may want to birth outside of the typical hospital setting but require additional support due to factors such as vaginal breach babies or twins. The focus is on providing individualized care, informed consent, and a space that respects women's choices and desires during their birthing journey.
A Paradigm Shift in Birth Care
The vision for holistic birthing experiences involves a paradigm shift in the way we approach birth care. It goes beyond the traditional medical model and focuses on creating an environment that supports women's autonomy, provides compassionate care, and celebrates the transformative process of birth. By emphasizing nature immersion, harmonics, and respectful treatment, the goal is to empower women to have the birth experiences they envision, while ensuring safety and individualized support from a team that upholds informed consent and shared decision making.
Building a Future of Compassionate and Autonomous Birth Experiences
The vision for the future of birth experiences is rooted in creating compassionate and autonomous environments that prioritize the well-being and desires of birthing individuals. Through initiatives like the Indie Birth Midwifery Institute, women will have the opportunity to give birth in spaces that respect their choices, provide nature immersion, and offer individualized care. With a focus on informed consent, shared decision making, and the celebration of birth as a transformative process, this vision aims to redefine the standard of care, empowering women to have beautiful and fulfilling birth experiences.
Focusing on Training Independent Midwives and Practitioners in Holistic Care
The podcast episode discusses the vision of offering training opportunities for midwives, doctors, and other birth practitioners to learn and practice holistic care. The emphasis is on training independent midwives who are called to provide care in the right way, not just because of licensing requirements. The goal is to move towards a wise woman model of care, where women care for women during the birthing process.
Recognizing the Limitations of Trying to Control Pregnancy and Childbirth
The podcast episode highlights the importance of surrendering control and recognizing the limits of controlling pregnancy and childbirth outcomes. It emphasizes that pregnancy is a roller coaster ride where control is limited, and the focus should be on preparing physically, emotionally, and spiritually for the journey. The discussion challenges the pursuit of zero bad outcomes, acknowledging that sometimes babies do die, and it's essential to accept the realities of mortality and trust the process while minimizing the likelihood of adverse outcomes through a holistic approach.
Nathan Riley is a medical doctor trained in OBGYN and palliative care. He joins the podcast today to talk, generally, about the role of medicine in society, what it has been and what it could be, its beauty and limitations, and working inside the system vs. outside of the system.
I really dig Nathan because he thinks way outside of the box while not being so far out that your average person gets lost in the sauce. We discuss the work of a handful of Renaissance thinkers as we go back and forth on medicine, science, and the unseen – and how they can and do balance each other out.
He’s a grounding presence that brings a tangible optimism and hope to so many issues that seem quite the opposite at first glance. If, by the end of the show, you vibe with Nathan's approach, you can learn more about working with him at lukestorey.com/belovedholistics, where you can use the code Luke100 for $100 off his services.
00:03:33 — Experiencing Both Life & Death
Prevalence of surgery in maternity care
Getting into the homeopathic field
Bringing hospice and palliative care into the OBGYN space
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