Pathways to Family Wellness

In this episode we will speak with Chantal Traub about the nature of pushing, birth skills, and the imporance of the right support. Chantal Traub, NBC-HWC, CD(DONA), LCCE, CCCE is an experienced birth doula, childbirth educator and wellness coach. In her 20-plus years in practice, she has gained international recognition for her expertise on pelvic health and her innovative Pushing Power method. Through her classes, her one-on-one work and her doula practice, she helped thousands of moms to successfully journey through childbirth with increased understanding, ultimately minimizing trauma and enhancing the birth experience. You can find Chantal on podcasts such as “Next Question” with Katie Couric, “The Women's Health Podcast” and the Polyvagal Institute Conference. She co-authored an Amazon #1 best selling book, The Pelvic Floor: Everything you needed to know sooner. Find her Pushing Power workshops and one-on-one birth-coaching at chantaltraub.com. Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we have the privilege of speaking with Dr. Satya Sardonicus about transofrming trauma through fluid adaptability, both in her own journey and through helping others.  Dr. Satya is a visionary healer, fascia expert, and the creator of the NeuroFascial Flow Method. After navigating years of mysterious, debilitating symptoms that mainstream medicine couldn't explain, she not only reclaimed her own health - she pioneered a whole new approach to healing that blends fascial science, nervous system regulation, trauma resolution, and deep somatic wisdom.   Dr. Satya now helps both individuals and healthcare providers reimagine what's possible - especially for those with complex or chronic conditions. Her work invites us to stop chasing symptoms and instead listen to the body's innate intelligence… to create lasting change from the inside out. Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we have the honor of speaking with Maryn Green and Jason Leister about their transition away from the matrix and into sovereign parenting, birthing, business, and raising 10 children.  Maryn Green has been attending women as a midwife since 2009; first as a licensed midwife and now as a spiritual midwife that helps facilitate the ceremonies of birth and mothering for aligned women.   Maryn is well known for her international association, the Indie Birth Association (indiebirth.org), which serves and educates women and midwives all over the world. She has written hundreds of blog posts about pregnancy, birth, midwifery as a spiritual process, radical birth and mothering and recorded almost 300 episodes of her podcast, “Taking Back Birth” that encourage women and midwives to rethink what they have been taught, and re-connect with ancient wisdom and the spiritual journey of it all. For a radical Birth Midwifery School visit indiebirthmidwiferyschool.org Jason Leister is a recovering “Straight-A Sheep” who spent the first 30 years of his life thinking, doing and saying what he was told. One day, he realized that virtually everything he thought to be true was a lie. Since then he has been on a journey searching for the truth about everything. He is the father of 10 children, is psychologically unemployable, and publishes the Sovereign Business Daily e-newsletter, where he writes about sovereignty, freedom, family, business, and living well outside of the Matrix. See more at sovereignbusiness.org. Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we have the honor of speaking once again with Peter Gray, PhD about the instinctive drive of children to learn through play and how many of the rules and regulations set to govern children stifle their development.  Peter Gray is a research professor of psychology and neuroscience who for many years has been studying play. Among other things, he is the author of an introductory psychology textbook, now in its 8th edition (with David Bjorklund as co-author of editions 7 & 8), which views all of psychology from an evolutionary perspective. He is also author of Free to learn: Why Unleashing the Instinct to Play Will Make Our Children Happier, More Self-Reliant, and Better Students for Life, which has been published in 18 languages. You can learn more about his work, download pdf's of some of his research-based articles, and view some of his public presentations, at his personal website https://www.petergray.org. Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we will speak with Dr. Gregg Stern about Intent and Holding Space. Dr. Gregg Stern is a chiropractor with a Family Wellness practice in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. He has Diplomate degrees in the areas of Chiropractic Pediatric, Maternity and Family Wellness Care and Acupuncture and has published research on Chiropractic and Infertility. Dr. Stern has been involved in the educational branch of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association for years and is a member of the Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics. Dr. Stern is also a past president of the Buffalo Grove Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Stern's practice focuses on enhancement of health, performance and overall wellness of the body, mind and spirit for all family members. Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we speak with Dr. Lisa Geiger about chiropractic care for moms and babies. Dr. Lisa Geiger has a passion for chiropractic and connection. As a sought-after speaker in the birth, lactation, and chiropractic communities, she spreads awareness about supporting optimal function and how that serves individuals and families. She empowers parents and parents-to-be on their journey through her work in the office and the community. She offers practitioners the skills and tools to serve and support their patients and the broader communities.  Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we speak with Chantal Traub about the polyvagal principles and the importance of feeling safe, supported, and connected during birth and postpartum. Chantal Traub, NBC-HWC, CD(DONA), LCCE, CCCE is an experienced birth doula, childbirth educator and wellness coach. In her 20-plus years in practice, she has gained international recognition for her expertise on pelvic health and her innovative Pushing Power method. Through her classes, her one-on-one work and her doula practice, she helped thousands of moms to successfully journey through childbirth with increased understanding, ultimately minimizing trauma and enhancing the birth experience. You can find Chantal on podcasts such as “Next Question” with Katie Couric, “The Women's Health Podcast” and the Polyvagal Institute Conference. She co-authored an Amazon #1 best selling book, The Pelvic Floor: Everything you needed to know sooner. Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we will be speaking with Dr. Pam Jarboe about Raising Emotionally Resilient Children. Dr. Pam Jarboe, a chiropractor with over 30 years of experience, has built and sold three successful practices and founded ChiroBloom, a training organization helping chiropractors grow thriving practices and fullfilling lives. Inspired by chiropractic's profound healing effects, Dr. Jarboe has become a passionate advocate, speaking globally to promote the profession. Her unique blend of expertise and compassion fuels her mission to empower chiopractors to make a greater impact worldwide. Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we will speak with Dr. Andrew Dorough who has a special interest in understanding birth trauma and helping become more aware of its prevalence, preventing it, and healing from it. Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we will speak with Dr. Linda Slak about your amazing child and their sensitive developing nervous system as well as ways to maximize your child's development. Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we will speak with Dr. Jay Warren about birth imprints and the surprising discoveries about what babies do and don't remember and can and cannot perceive and how the birth process can shape who we are as adults. Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we will speak with Dr. Stephanie Libs about the continuum of birth and breastfeeding and how interventions have effects on feeding. We'll also talk about attachment, bonding, and parenting, and how it all relates to feeding. Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

This episode is more for chiropractors and chiropractic students. In this episode we will speak with Dr. Eric Plasker about the 100 Year Lifestyle concept based on the principles of chiropractic and the chiropractic lifestyle. Listen to discover the values and inspiration behind the 100 year lifestyle. Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we have an opportunity to speak with Dr. Jen Santos about navigating the highs and lows of parenting. Dr. Jen teaches a course for the ICPA titled, "Navigating the Highs and Lows of the Perinatal Family Practice." In the spirit of her course, and as an honor to her experience as a parent and mother, we will talk about the highs and lows of what it's like to parent in addition to some of their parenting core family values. Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we have an opportunity to speak with Dr. Justin Ohm, director of the ICPA about the history of pediatric chiropractic, coherence, salutogenesis, and even polyvagal theory and how it all connects to the nervous system. Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we will continue our conversation with John Ohm, managing editor of Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine, and explore the parallels between the philosophy of Chiropractic and German New Medicine. We will also explore the ideas of tone and nervous system tone as central concepts or principles within Chiropracitc and GNM.  Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we will further our conversation with John Ohm, managing editor of Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine, about the German New Medicine work and specifically working with the biological programs. We will also talk about the the psyche, brain, organ triune, which is cornerstone toward understanding new biology. Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we will continue our conversation with John Ohm, managing editor of Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine, about the German New Medicine work and specifically working with the biological programs.  Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we will be speaking with John Ohm about several of the articles in Issue 77 of Pathways to Family to Wellness Magazine surrounding new biology, discoveries of the nervous system, and German New Medicine.  Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we will have an opportunity to speak with Kerry Tuschhoff, the Founder and Director of Hypnobabies, about how to create a smoother labor and delivery. Additionally, we'll talk about reframing the entire way we view pregnancy and birth moving away from fear and into empowerment and trust.  For more information please visit: https://www.hypnobabies.com/ Current and past editions of the Pathways to Family Wellness magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we will be having a conversation with Jason Leister about his recent article in Issue 76 of Pathways to Family to Wellness Magazine titled, "Mr. Fix-It." We will also have a chance to talk through the fascinating and engaging topics and issues surrounding masculinity, creativity, and manifestation. Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/ Jason Leister: https://sovereignbusiness.org/, and https://magicalman.org/

In this episode we will have a chance to speak with Dr. Andrew Dorough on his recent interesting research article titled: Differentiating the impact of biomechanical forces of labor and delivery vs. the effect of posterior tongue tie on neonatal and infant feeding dysfunction: A clinical evaluation.  https://jccponline.com/Dorough21-02.html Dr. Dorough is a native of St. Louis, MO. He practices at a medical clinic specializing in breastfeeding care. He is passionate about educating professionals and families about birth trauma and how it impacts family wellness. Over the past decade, Dr. Dorough has been inspired to collaborate with other professionals and share his experience and knowledge on the topic of pediatric chiropractic care.  https://drandrewdorough.com/

In this episode we will be speaking with Dr. Lynn Gerner of The Good Life Chiropractic to cover some simple and specific resources for overcoming breasteeding challenges.  Dr. Gerner is a Graduate of Life Chiropractic College West in 2004 and has been in private practice since that time; focused on pediatric care and breastfeeding support. She earned her FICPA in 2004, is a trained doula, and earned her CLEC (Certified Lactation Education Counselor) in 2021. She founded the Good Life Learning ,in 2019 and currently teaches privately as well as through Life Chiropractic College West, Northeastern Chiropractic College, Gold Lactation Learning, and the ICPA. Dr. Gerner is a wife, mother of three grown children, and lives in Davis, CA, with her family and rescued dogs.  https://thegoodlifedavis.com/ Manual Interventions for Muskuloskeletal Factors in Infants With Suboptimal Breastfeeding: A Scoping Review https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6299335/ Dr. Dorough Article https://jccponline.com/Dorough21-02.html

In this episode we have the privilege of speaking with Peter Gray, PhD about his article featured in Issue 75 of Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine. The article is titled, "Childhood Education: How Early Academic Training Stifles Children's Learning." Peter Gray is a research professor of psychology and neuroscience at Boston College who has conducted and published research in neuroendocrinology, developmental psychology, anthropology, and education. He is author of an internationally acclaimed introductory psychology textbook (Psychology, Worth Publishers, now in its 8 th edition), which views all of psychology from an evolutionary perspective. His recent research focuses on the role of play in human evolution and how children educate themselves through play and exploration, when they are free to do so. Peter Gray's published works can be found here: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/peter-gray-phd Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/shop

In this episode Lauren McClain and Dr. Brendan Riordan will explore some of the differences between homeschooling and remote learning as well as some of what can make homeschooling so special. This is outlined  in the article "Homeschooling" by Patrick Farenga in Issue 75 of Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine. Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/shop Patrick Farenga continues the work of author/teacher John Holt, first as publisher of Growing Without Schooling magazine from 1985 until 2001, and now at the website johnholtgws.com. Farenga is also a founding member of the Alliance for Self-Directed Education: Self-directed.org The Mathematicians Lament: https://www.maa.org/external_archive/devlin/LockhartsLament.pdf

Welcome back everyone! In this episode Lauren and Dr. Brendan will share about their respective family's choices around education and what they are doing for the current school year. Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org/content/subscribe

In this episode Lauren McClain and Dr. Brendan Riordan will take a moment to talk about what they're both up to this summer as the conversation unfolds about childhood, parenting, and life. This is a casual and informal episode, however for more in depth articles about some of what is discussed, please check out Pathways to Family Wellness magazine. Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org/content/subscribe

In this episode we will get personal and share the recent birth story of our third child with Dr. Brendan and Dr. Amanda. Listen to discover how this one was different from the others, our values surrounding birth, and some empowering thoughts about birth in general. Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org/content/subscribe

In this episode we have a special guest appearance from Bruce Lipton, PhD, renowned cell biologist and lecturer, who will speak with us about the importance of the perinatal period as well as early childhood and how these periods can have a dramatic impact on our future selves, not from the standpoint of genetic determinism, but through the lens of consciousness and programming. https://www.brucelipton.com

In this episode we will explore some lighthearted and fun ways in which we make manifest our dreams with specifics highlighted from Issue 71 of Pathways to Family Wellness magazine in an article by Walter Crosson.  Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org/content/subscribe

We have a special treat this episode in that we will be speaking with Dr. Martin Rosen, pediatric specialist and chiropractor, about the CDC's updated childhood milestones as well as the difference between common and normal. Has the bar been lowered? Is crawling important? Are we normalizing dysfunction? Find out this and more! https://drmartinrosen.com https://drmartinrosen.com/catalog/item/its-all-in-the-head  

In this episode Lauren McClain and Dr. Brendan Riordan will discuss Molly Rouse's article, "At the Heart of It: The Root Cause of Perinatal Mood Disorders,"  appearing in issue 71 of Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine. Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org/content/subscribe https://www.lifebeyondbirth.com  

In this episode Lauren McClain and Dr. Brendan Riordan will discuss Common Knowledge Trust's article, "The Reality of Birth,"  appearing in issue 71 of Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine. Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org/content/subscribe

In this episode Lauren McClain and Dr. Brendan Riordan will discuss Dr. Caitlin Clarke's article, "The Birth Blame Game"  appearing in issue 71 of Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine. Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org/content/subscribe

In this episode Lauren McClain and Dr. Brendan Riordan will discuss Dr. Anik St. Martin's article, "Sickness and Health"  appearing in issue 71 of Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine. Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org/content/subscribe

In this impromptu episode Lauren and Dr. Brendan will discuss some of what makes the holidays special for them. Enjoy!

In this episode Lauren McClain and Dr. Brendan Riordan will discuss Michael Gurian's article, "Dry Your Eyes"  appearing in issue 71 of Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine. Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org/content/subscribe

In this episode Lauren McClain and Dr. Brendan Riordan will discuss Vince Gowman's article, "Evolving to Early Childhood Attachment and Outdoor Play,"  appearing in issue 71 of Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine. Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org/content/subscribe

In this episode Lauren McClain and Dr. Brendan Riordan will discuss Lauren's article, "Being There in Labor,"  appearing in issue 70 of Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine. Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org/content/subscribe The Better Birth Blog https://betterbirthblog.org

In this episode Dr. Brendan Riordan and Lauren McClain will discuss Meredith Ashton's article, "Men and Menstruation,"  appearing in issue 70 of Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine. Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org/content/subscribe

In this episode Dr. Brendan Riordan and Lauren McClain will discuss Ginny Yurich's article, "Sunlight: How to Profoundly Increase Mood, Health, and Nighttime Sleep,"  appearing in issue 70 of Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine. Physiology of the Pineal Gland and Melatonin: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK550972/ Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org/content/subscribe

In this episode Dr. Brendan Riordan and Lauren McClain will discuss Dr. J.G. Moellendorf reprinted article "Breaking Through ADHD with Chiropractic Care," as well as Dr. Yannick Pauli's reprinted article "Injury and ADHD," both appearing in issue 69 of Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine. Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org/content/subscribe

In this episode Dr. Brendan Riordan and Lauren McClain will discuss Dr. John Minardi's reprinted article in issue 69 of Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine titled "Understanding the Power of Chiropractic" http://www.drjohnminardi.com Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org/content/subscribe

In this episode Dr. Brendan Riordan and Lauren McClain will discuss Dr. Bruce Lipton's reprinted article in issue 69 of Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine titled "Chiropractic Philosophy and The New Science: An Emerging Unity." https://www.brucelipton.com Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org/content/subscribe

In this episode Dr. Brendan Riordan and Lauren McClain will discuss The Pathways Team's reprinted article in issue 69 of Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine titled "Can Chiropractors Turn Breech Babies?" Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org/content/subscribe

In this episode Dr. Brendan Riordan and Lauren McClain will discuss Dr. Larry Webster's reprinted article in issue 69 of Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine titled "Chiropractic Today for a Better World Tomorrow." Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org/content/subscribe

In this episode Dr. Brendan Riordan and Lauren McClain will discuss Jacob Devaney's article in issue 68 of the Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine titled "Regenerative Lifestyles: Collaborating with Gaia. Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org/content/subscribe

In this episode Lauren McClain and Dr. Brendan Riordan will discuss Dr. Sarah Buckley's article in issue 68 of the Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine titled "Healing Birth, Healing the Earth." Dr. Sarah Buckley's Report on The Hormonal Physiology of Childbearing: https://www.nationalpartnership.org/our-work/health/maternity/hormonal-physiology-of-childbearing.html Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org/content/subscribe

In this episode Lauren McClain and Dr. Brendan Riordan will discuss Jacob Devaney's article in issue 68 of Pathways magazine titled "Is Your Birth Experience Still Affecting You?" Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org/content/subscribe

In this episode Lauren McClain and Dr. Brendan Riordan will discuss Elizabeth Davis and Debra Pascali-Bonaro's article in issue 68 of Pathways magazine titled "Intuition and Birth." Digital and print issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org/content/subscribe

In this episode Dr. Brendan Riordan and Lauren McClain will share their thoughts on the ARRIVE study, which is the study that sought to investigate the results of inducing at 39 weeks vs. standard managed care. The study and some great links can be found below: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa1800566 https://evidencebasedbirth.com/arrive/ https://www.lamaze.org/Connecting-the-Dots/parsing-the-arrive-trial-should-first-time-parents-be-routinely-induced-at-39-weeks