Born Free Method: The Podcast

The Episode was made possible by Immune Intel AHCC® & WeNatalBirthwork is a sacred calling. And as we accumulate life experience we can become more comfortable and present with birth, particularly when we begin to accumulate direct experience with the death of loved ones. Death and dying aren’t words that are typically used in a conversation about birth, but many women and their partners don’t experience as radical a confrontation with their own mortality outside of birth, which is a sacred rite of passage. Blyss Young is one of my closest mentors, and she was present for my first home birth, while I was in residency. Having gone through deep losses in succession in recent years, she was gracious enough to share her experiences with me in this very vulnerable and heart-opening conversation <3Visit the show notes for more.Connect with Blyss:WebsiteInstagramReference from the show:We don't "move on" from grief. We move forward with it, Nora McInerny's TED TalkThe Wild Edge of Sorrow: Rituals of Renewal and the Sacred Work of Grief, by Francis WellerThe Smell of Rain on Dust: Grief and Praise by Martín Prechtel2024 Born Free Twins-Breech Conference:Join 150 birth workers and 20+ amazing presenters in Louisville, August 8-11, to learn some new skills, make some new friends, and show up holistically for your birthing clients!Visit the website and registerConnect with Nathan:Instagram | YoutubeMidwife in need of collaboration?Want to consult with Nathan?My Online Courses:Born Free Method: Pregnancy and Postpartum SupportClear + Free: Your Holistic Solution to Persistent HPVThis episode was made possible by:Immune Intel AHCC® - code BELOVED10 for 10% offWeNatal - Free bottle of fish oil with purchase of Him + Her prenatalsMedical Disclaimer: The Holistic OBGYN Podcast is an educational program. No information conveyed through this podcast should be construed as medical advice. These conversations are available to the public for educational and entertainment purposes only.Music provided by EdvardGaresPremium / Pond5Send me a Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe

Kaleb Valdez exposes the dangers of infant formula, advocating for breastfeeding and homemade alternatives. They discuss the importance of breastfeeding for neurological development, jaw structure, and co-regulation. The podcast explores societal pressures, corporate influences, and the role of chiropractic care in infant health and wellness.

The Episode was made possible by Immune Intel AHCC & WeNatalSince the 60s, cannabis has been deeply stigmatized, but my work as both an OBGYN and end-of-life doctor has helped me to appreciate the various therapeutic uses for “weed”. Fortunately for you, Dr. Sexton is an expert in the neurochemistry of this wildly misunderstood plant, unfortunately still very stigmatized. DISCLAIMER: After listening to this episode, you will want all the extra puffs you can get before you pass that dutchie at your next friendly gathering (or before some nighttime debauchery).Visit the show notes for more.Connect with Michelle:WebsiteInstagramReference from the show:Pax Plus Handheld Vaporizer Dr. Sexton’s book: Eat, Sleep, Relax, Protect, Forget: An Endocannabinoid (ECS) Guide to Systems Wholeness Green Women's GuideConnect with Nathan:Instagram | YoutubeMidwife in need of collaboration?Want to consult with Nathan?My Online Courses:Born Free Method: Pregnancy and Postpartum SupportClear + Free: Your Holistic Solution to Persistent HPVThis episode was made possible by:Immune Intel AHCC® - code BELOVED10 for 10% offWeNatal - Free bottle of fish oil with purchase of Him + Her prenatalsMedical Disclaimer: The Holistic OBGYN Podcast is an educational program. No information conveyed through this podcast should be construed as medical advice. These conversations are available to the public for educational and entertainment purposes only.Music provided by EdvardGaresPremium / Pond5Send me a voice message. Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe

The Episode was made possible by Immune Intel AHCCI met Dr. Berlin at a lunchtime presentation while I was an OBGYN resident. He screened his film “Heads Up: The Disappearing Art of Vaginal Breech Delivery”, and I was discouraged to realize that if I didn’t pursue training in vaginal breech maneuvers, I couldn’t call myself an expert in childbirth. Elliot’s advocacy set me off on a radical path, which ultimately resulted in my being able to offer vaginal breech birth to my birthing clients. I’m so grateful for his work that I should probably offer him my first-born child. Just sit back and enjoy this one. Elliot is a delight!Visit the show notes for more.Reference from the show:Learn vaginal breech skills! 2024 Born Free Twins-Breech Conference, August 8-11, 2023 in Louisville, KYElliott's streaming platform dedicated to all things pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting available at: Informed Pregnancy+ Watch Elliot's film “Heads Up” for free on Informed Pregnancy PlusConnect with Nathan:Instagram | YoutubeMidwife in need of collaboration?Want to consult with Nathan?My Online Courses:Born Free Method: Pregnancy and Postpartum SupportClear + Free: Your Holistic Solution to Persistent HPVThis episode was made possible by:Immune Intel AHCC® - code BELOVED10 for 10% offMedical Disclaimer: The Holistic OBGYN Podcast is an educational program. No information conveyed through this podcast should be construed as medical advice. These conversations are available to the public for educational and entertainment purposes only.Music provided by EdvardGaresPremium / Pond5Send me a voice message. Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe

Kristine Lauria is a CPM working almost entirely abroad nowadays, but her skillset is occasionally required and called upon in the United States, and this exact set of circumstances arose a few weeks ago. Kristine sat with a powerful birthing woman carrying triamniotic-trichorionic triplets, who came vaginally, in a variety of different positions, including both cephalic and breech. In this short episode, Kristine shares the birth story. Kristine will be an instructor and speaker at the 2024 Born Free Twins-Breech conference alongside international keynote speakers Mmatshilo Motsei, PhD, and Doña Angelina Martinez Miranda, Carol Gautschi, CPM, from the PNW, the team from Breech Without Borders, the team from Spinning Babies, Stu Fischbein, MD, Tracey Vogel, MD, Hermine Hayes-Klein, JD, and many more presenters and speakers. Be sure to register soon, as spots are filling up quickly, and those who register earlier rather than later save money!www.BornFreeTwinsBreech.com Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe

Eyla Cuenca discusses radical accountability in birth, empowering women to take control of their birth experiences. She emphasizes the importance of making informed decisions and not blindly following medical interventions. The conversation challenges societal norms around pregnancy loss and highlights the need for women to trust their intuition. Overall, the episode encourages women to advocate for themselves and prioritize their well-being during childbirth.

Black birthing families will be hit hardest if midwives lose their autonomy to practice, particularly traditional or "classical" midwives, which often share lived experience with women of color. This mini-sode is a plea for help, as these initiatives are being proposed across the country, and your state might be next...Read the full letter HERE.Sign the petition HERE.Donate to the cause HERE. ($5 goes a long way...)Reach out to me at www.belovedholistics.comCome meet Sevonna Brown and Hermine Hayes-Klein at the 2024 Born Free Twins-Breech Conference <3 Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe

Berrion Berry, a certified fertility expert, discusses the importance of addressing upstream health issues for improved fertility. They also explore the benefits of consuming berries, making small changes for better health, weight loss medication, supporting the immune system, controversy surrounding the Gardasil 9 vaccine, and the connection between endometriosis and the chakra system.

Certified Professional Midwife, Sara Rosser, discusses the flaws in focusing solely on the physical aspect of birth and advocates for a more holistic approach. She shares insights on the Born Free Method, emphasizing the sacredness of the birthing process and the community members' positive experiences. The podcast touches on envisioning idealized birth experiences, exploring trauma in childbirth, comparing holistic vs. allopathic approaches, and empowering pregnancy health choices.

The Episode was made possible by Immune Intel AHCCSeana Zelazo is a clinical social worker and psychotherapist who speaks in archetypes. What’s an archetype? I'm glad you asked. According to Jung, an archetype is “a universal, inherited idea, pattern of thought, or image present in the collective unconscious of all human beings.” Seana’s book, “The Way of Inanna: A Heroine's Guide to Living Unapologetically”, focuses on the archetype of Inanna, one archetype of the Goddess. This conversation is a rollercoaster, and you’re going to be baffled by how casually Seana and I flow into all things related to femininity, vulvas, and the warrior Goddess. Pro tip: Episode 72 on this podcast is a perfect companion to “A Brief-ish History of Western Medicine, Witches, and Women Healers”.Visit the show notes for more.Connect with the guest:WebsiteInstagramReference from the show:Seana’s book: The Way of Inanna: A Heroine’s Guide to Living UnapologeticallyConnect with Nathan:Instagram | YoutubeMidwife in need of collaboration?Want to consult with Nathan?My Online Courses:Born Free Method: Pregnancy and Postpartum SupportClear + Free: Your Holistic Solution to Persistent HPVThis episode was made possible by:Immune Intel AHCC® - code BELOVED10 for 10% offMedical Disclaimer: The Holistic OBGYN Podcast is an educational program. No information conveyed through this podcast should be construed as medical advice. These conversations are available to the public for educational and entertainment purposes only.Music provided by EdvardGaresPremium / Pond5Send me a voice message. Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe