Born Free Method: The Podcast

Gary Greenfield is the Owner of Greenfield Water Solutions and is deeply fascinated by water. He believes that water is the lifeblood of the earth and all living things. Gary's interest in water developed early in life but it wasn't until late in life that his fascination flourished into something more fruitful than he could have imagined. He says, "Everything is water and water is everywhere, as is energy but water isn't energy although water is energized. To put it succinctly, everything is water and everything is energized."Gary is aware that tap water in today's world contains many contaminants and impurities that are harmful to human health and energy. That's why he created Greenfield Water Solutions to go beyond just water purification. His Structured Water Filter Units are engineered to mimic the natural water cleansing and charging processes that occur within the hydrologic cycle. These filters not only purify water, but also create clean, healthy, and life-enhancing water by combining traditional physical filtration methods with innovative vortex and energy transfer principles. The filters are designed for easy installation by a plumber and maintenance by the customer requiring only a yearly filter change. No other maintenance is required, and the system is designed to last a lifetime.Visit the show notes for more.Learn More & Connect with Gary Greenfield:WebsiteInstagramMy discount code for Gary’s products: 10% off with code BELOVED10This episode was made possible by:FullWell⁠ - code BELOVED10 for 10% off the best prenatal vitamins and men's virility vitamins on the planet!AHCC - code BELOVED10 for 10% off on Immune Intel⁠⁠BiOptimizers⁠ - code BELOVED for 10% off the only sleep aid you'll ever need!⁠Organifi⁠ - code BELOVED for 20% off their Glow blend!Connect with me:InstagramTikTokBeloved Holistics ⁠Shop⁠Medical 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 / Pond5--- Send me a voice message. Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe

Elena Tonetti-Vladimirova founded Birth Into Being, an international organization dedicated to conscious evolution and creating a thriving social structure based on love, compassion, and common sense. Elena is a speaker, filmmaker, and author who uses multimedia to share her message. She gained expertise in alternative birth practices, business management seminars, and citizen diplomacy during the 80s in Russia. After a life-changing move to the US in 1989, Elena created Birth Into Being and has since led 20 Birth Into Being Method workshops and trained over 200 facilitators in 22 countries. She is retiring from leading workshops to focus on conscious creation and new projects.Elena sees the arrival of a new human being popping out of non-existence into our three-dimensional reality as phenomenal. With the probability of any one of us being born is one to 400 trillion, the whole process of conception, development, and delivery is nothing short of miraculous. The main mistake of our civilization is treating the arrival of a new human being as just another event. Visit the show notes for more.Learn More & Connect with Elena Tonetti:WebsiteInstagramFacebookYoutubePurchase Elena’s FilmThis episode was made possible by:⁠FullWell⁠ - code BELOVED10 for 10% off the best prenatal vitamins and men's virility vitamins on the planet!⁠BiOptimizers⁠ - code BELOVED for 10% off the only sleep aid you'll ever need!⁠Organifi⁠ - code BELOVED for 20% off their Glow blend!⁠Rosemary Meran, CIHt⁠ - Soul Connections offers one-on-one sessions (virtually or in-person) that support deep transformation and bonding between mothers and their unborn babies.Connect with me:InstagramTikTokBeloved Holistics ShopMedical 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 / Pond5--- Send me a voice message. Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe

Paul Chek is a highly accomplished expert in the fields of corrective and high-performance exercise kinesiology, stress management, holistic wellness, and more. Over his impressive 30-year career, he has helped numerous clients and students improve their lives through his unique, integrated approach to treatment and education. Paul's success lies in treating the body as a whole system and finding the root cause of a problem, rather than relying on traditional approaches that often fall short. He is the founder of the CHEK Institute and the PPS Success Mastery Coaching Program, has published several books and articles, and holds multiple certifications and patents. Paul is a sought-after international speaker and consultant, as well as a strong believer in practical training, which has led him to develop several advanced-level training programs.Paul's lack of a supportive father figure during his childhood led to difficulties forming close relationships with men and a lack of understanding of fatherhood. His stepfather's lack of empathy and compassion worsened the situation. Seeking answers and guidance, he turned to spirituality and training, learning to work with his unconscious mind and paving the way for personal growth and healing. Today, he brings this sensibility and sensitivity into his coaching and all aspects of his life.Visit the show notes for more.Learn More & Connect with Paul Chek:WebsiteBlogPodcastInstagram: @CHEKINSTITUTE and @PAUL.CHEKThis episode was made possible by:⁠FullWell⁠ - code BELOVED10 for 10% off the best prenatal vitamins and men's virility vitamins on the planet!⁠BIRTHFIT⁠ - code BELOVED to get one month FREE in their B! Community!⁠BiOptimizers⁠ - code BELOVED for 10% off the only sleep aid you'll ever need!⁠Organifi⁠ - code BELOVED for 20% off their Glow blend!⁠Rosemary Meran, CIHt⁠ - Soul Connections offers one-on-one sessions (virtually or in-person) that support deep transformation and bonding between mothers and their unborn babies.Terra & Co. - code BELOVED15 scores you 15% off my favorite hydroxyapatite toothpasteConnect with me:InstagramTikTokBeloved Holistics ShopMedical Disclaimer: The Holistic OBGYN Podcast is an educational program. No information conveyed through this podcast should... Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe

Mike is an internationally sought-after presenter in human performance, with expertise in strength and conditioning from his years of competing at an elite level in powerlifting and kettlebell sport. He focuses on creating programs for athletes and fitness professionals integrating body, mind, and spirit for long-term high performance. He has served as a Division 1 strength and conditioning coach and is the former world champion in kettle sport lifting. Lauren, a nutritionist and CHEK practitioner, grew up in an organic household and takes a holistic approach to coaching, integrating mind, body, and soul. The couple recently welcomed their first child, Luca, with the help of Dr. Riley.Mike, Nathan, and Lauren discuss their experiences of parenthood in a special podcast episode. Lauren, who is in her third trimester, shares how becoming a parent has transformed her from being a holistic health coach and chef, while Mike, who was primarily focused on athletics performance and coaching, and men's work, feels that parenthood has expanded and humbled him beyond words.Visit the show notes for more.Learn More & Connect with Mike and Lauren Salemi:WebsitePodcastInstagramYoutubeLauren Salemi (Nutritionist, CHEK Practitioner)InstagramThis episode was made possible by:⁠FullWell⁠ - code BELOVED10 for 10% off the best prenatal vitamins and men's virility vitamins on the planet!⁠BIRTHFIT⁠ - code BELOVED to get one month FREE in their B! Community!⁠BiOptimizers⁠ - code BELOVED for 10% off the only sleep aid you'll ever need!⁠Organifi⁠ - code BELOVED for 20% off their Glow blend!⁠Rosemary Meran, CIHt⁠ - Soul Connections offers one-on-one sessions (virtually or in-person) that support deep transformation and bonding between mothers and their unborn babies.Connect with me:InstagramTikTokBeloved Holistics ShopMedical 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 / Pond5--- Send me a Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe

Jennifer Summerfeldt runs a therapy practice called Therapy for Moms in Canada, with a team of therapists specializing in perinatal mental health in particular, zeroing in on “birth trauma.” Jennifer is passionate about working with moms who've experienced traumatic, highly challenging, or disappointing births. When Jennifer was pregnant with her first child 23 years ago, she was an athlete in grad school for sports psychology. She had an excellent grasp on preparing for a big day, with a checklist, working her mind to get it ready for peak performance. Setting everything up based on the limited amount of info she had. Like many parents and partners, she knew nothing about the culture of birth, medicalized childbirth, or home birth. Visit the show notes for more.Learn More & Connect with Hermine Hayes:Therapy for MomsInstagramFree Webinar: 10 Blind Spots You Don't Want to Miss as a Pernatal TherapistThis episode was made possible by:⁠FullWell⁠ - code BELOVED10 for 10% off the best prenatal vitamins and men's virility vitamins on the planet!⁠BIRTHFIT⁠ - code BELOVED to get one month FREE in their B! Community!⁠BiOptimizers⁠ - code BELOVED for 10% off the only sleep aid you'll ever need!⁠Organifi⁠ - code BELOVED for 20% off their Glow blend!Immune Intel AHCC - code BELOVED10 for 10% offConnect with me:InstagramTikTokBeloved Holistics ShopMedical 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 / Pond5--- Send me a voice message. Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe

Hermine discusses the tragic incident where the baby died during the home birth and the aftermath that the family and their midwife faced. Hermine argues that home births are treated as a normal healthcare choice in many countries, but in the United States, doctors have the power to make that choice questionable. In this case, the baby did not survive and the doctors called the police on the parents upon arrival at the hospital. The family and their midwife were interrogated and had their homes raided, causing them to go through a traumatic experience. Hermine highlights the double standard between the treatment of home birth midwives versus obstetricians and calls for more integration of home births into the healthcare system.Visit the show notes for more.Learn More & Connect with Hermine Hayes:WebsiteLinkedinIn this episode:[5:00] Women will choose to give birth where they feel safest, regardless of the law.In states where out-of-hospital births are not regulated, they continue to occur.Out-of-hospital birth underground does not change the choice.[14:00] Birthing women have the right to make decisions about their care.Respecting these rights is crucial to avoid coercion and ensure patient autonomy.They have the right to refuse offers of treatment, including cesarean surgery.[23:00] The standard of care for a lay midwife differs from that of an ob-gyn or nurse midwife.Negligent child abuse resulting in death is a specific charge with a legal definition.The term "negligent" can have different meanings in different contexts.[32:00] Even when something doesn't feel right, it can impact women’s ability to make informed decisions.The state may be working to make hospital births the only option, punishing midwives.Informed consent in maternity care has been distorted.[41:00] Women are conditioned to be agreeable, which affects their decision-making process during vulnerable times like childbirth.Detaching from this conditioning can be challenging, but important to do so.Empathy is a valuable trait, and not be taken advantage of in medical situations. [50:00] Medicine, especially in obstetrics, is a privilege that must be approached with respect and empathy.Healthcare providers must examine their actions toward their patients to ensure they are not violating their rights.Healthcare providers should create a culture of informed consent and respect for patients' bodily autonomy.This episode was made possible by:FullWell - code BELOVED10 for 10% off the best prenatal vitamins and men's virility vitamins on the planet!BIRTHFIT - code BELOVED to get one month FREE in their B! Community!BiOptimizers - code BELOVED for 10% off the only sleep aid you'll ever need! Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe

Sara Rosser, CPM, farm midwife, dear friend, incredible mother and wife...and badass birthkeeper is on the show! We are going to give you all the details on our upcoming Born Free Method course!We have both always been dissatisfied with the conventional maternity model but ALSO the available childbirth education courses...so we decided to build our own.We started with risks, benefits, alternatives to every intervention under the sun (including vaccines, ultrasound, vitamin K, TOLAC...everything), then we felt compelled to include radical responsibility, bioethics, and informed consent, then we felt the course needed a history of midwifery and women healers...and that still wasn't enough. We added lifestyle medicine and health optimization, detoxification, a whole unit for dads, a whole unit on cannabis, psychedelics, and other drug use. We then added in all of the typical attributes of childbirth education, such as coping, breathing, connecting to the baby...sprinkled in some exercises, meditations, and a bunch of other incredible resources, and BAM! The Born Free Method emerged!The course is self-guided, and it'll take you 8 weeks to complete. Purchase includes 12 months of weekly calls with me and Sara so that you feel completely supported in your pregnancy and postpartum transition.The waitlist closes in a week or so, so go jump on and book a call with us if you're interested: www.bornfreemethod.com .This is the lowest cost that you'll ever be able to buy the course, and you get lifetime access. It's for pregnant people, their spouses, and birthworkers...let's f*****g go! Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe

Kyle Kingsbury is a retired mixed martial artist, husband, father of two children, and a Fit For Service facilitator who helps individuals reach their full potential. He is also a former Chief Optimization Officer at Onnit and has the same mentor as Paul Chek, founder of the CHEK Institute. Kyle and his wife Natasha opted for natural birth and avoided unnecessary ultrasounds for their first child's delivery despite being in a hospital setting. Kyle emphasizes the importance of having a solid support system, including a doula, midwife, and experienced family members present during childbirth.Kyle acknowledges the challenges of the early weeks of fatherhood, including the constant demands of caring for a newborn, lack of sleep, and feeling overwhelmed. He shares the importance of caring for oneself to be a better father and partner and the lessons he learned about balance and patience. Kyle's experience as a new father has been transformative. The family initially struggled with sleep-training their first child, Bear, and decided to sleep with him, which helped them bond but was challenging for the first six weeks. Kyle's journey towards finding a balance between ancestral living and modern science led him to discover O Dil, a prescription that allowed him to work, spend time with his son, and maintain his health. This newfound balance led him to start podcasting and move his family to Vegas through a series of synchronicities.Visit the show notes for more.Learn More & Connect with Kyle Kingsbury:WebsitePodcastInstagramTwitterIn this episode:[00:03:00] Kyle and Natasha have been together for 12 years and took their time to have kids.Plant medicine played a significant role in their decision to have a child.Kyle was initially afraid of becoming a dad due to his own upbringing. There's no perfect time to have a kid.[00:14:00] Men have an important role in supporting their partner during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, and should be involved as much as possible.Natasha had a hospital birth which was not ideal.Having a support system, such as a doula, midwife, and family members, is truly helpful during this time.[00:24:00] Pregnant women should be celebrated for their strength and beauty.Having sex with a pregnant wife can be an incredible experience.Female orgasms during pregnancy can have a positive impact on the baby's development through epigenetics.[00:33:00] Kyle’s family has a unique sleeping arrangement with multiple comfortable options.Kyle advocates for co-sleeping with children as it’s a beautiful way to start the journey into parenting.Kyle talks about the complexity of his relationship with Tosh and the birth of Wolf.[00:45:00] The purpose of the open relationship for Kyle and Natasha was to increase their... Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe

The practice of vaginal steaming, also known as pelvic steaming, yoni steaming, or herbal steam, has been around for centuries and is gaining popularity again. Keli Garza is an expert on vaginal steaming, its practice's history, and its benefits. The practice involves sitting over steaming water infused with herbs, which is believed to improve circulation and provide various health benefits. While there are no scientific studies to support the claims, the practice has been used as an alternative form of self-care and midwifery care. Its popularity has surged in recent years, with celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow promoting it.Vaginal steaming is the least invasive and lowest-risk intervention compared to other medical procedures. The historical accounts of gynecological remedies, such as Tra, a book written by the first female physician in Europe, involved vaginal steaming. Women's contributions to medicine have often been overlooked throughout history, as highlighted by Keli Garza. It was not until the late 19th century that a law had to be passed to include women in medical studies. Women who did attend medical school were often ridiculed and discouraged from pursuing surgical specialties. The Crimean War helped create an environment where women had a place in medicine, but only as nurses who took orders from doctors.Visit the show notes for moreLearn More & Connect with Keli Garza:WebsiteInstagramKeli's OfferIn this episode:[00:02:00] Vaginal steaming, pelvic steaming, or yoni steaming involves sitting over steaming water with herbs to increase circulation and provide health benefits.Used traditionally for self-care and midwifery care and is sometimes considered a form of gynecology to treat various gynecological issues.Despite concerns about safety, if done appropriately vaginal steaming is considered low-risk and has been reported to provide relief for conditions such as cervical dysplasia, chronic UTIs, bad bacterial vaginosis, fibroids, and endometriosis.[00:06:00] Steaming has been used throughout history for gynecological remedies, including in European and Chinese history, as well as by midwives and women's home remedies.Gynecology has shifted to a surgery-based practice for hundreds of years until the present time.Women healers have long used these types of practices, but modern medicine has become overly reliant on pharmaceuticals and surgery.[00:19:00] A study would find measurable differences in prostate size after steaming.Society may undervalue women's quality of life and women's health concerns.People are paying for vaginal steaming out of their own pockets is a testament to the positive effects it has on their quality of life.[00:40:00] Providing a safe and comforting environment through pelvic steaming can release natural oxytocin, which can prevent interventions and improve maternal mortality rates.Oxytocin is a vital hormone in the body, responsible for various tasks, including causing surges during labor, resulting in the fetal ejection reflex and milk letdown reflex. Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe

The transformation that comes with fatherhood can be a rite of passage into manhood...but there aren't a lot of great role models out there for men who want to be present and involved in the birth process. Unconscious men breed unconscious births and unconscious children. In my holistic, unconventional OBGYN practice, ⁠Beloved Holistics, PCA⁠, I spend as much time with my pregnant clients as I do their partners to prepare them for this beautiful - though often scary - transition. In this podcast series, I want to bring the voices of strong, compassionate men into the room.Mike Gonzalez has quickly and quietly become a mentor and anchor point for me. He is the owner of Freedom Builderz, and he has been helping me to create my new course, the Born Free Method. Mike is also the father of 3 and always seems to be un-phased by the realities of entrepreneurship. In this interview, Mike shares insights in remaining centered as a parent and partner all while maintaining a rockstar level company. This interview was a necessary contribution to both my ⁠Born Free Method⁠ course along with any responsible guidebook to owning your masculinity while raising children through the rollercoaster of their development.Love the show? Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! These ratings mean more than you know, and they are the only way to get these conversations into the ear holes of those who most need them. You can also share this episode with your friends! Thanks for tuning in! Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe