Podcasts about fetal

Abortion is often framed as the cornerstone of women's rights. But what if that framing is not only mistaken, but actively harmful to women? In this episode of the Libertarian Christian Podcast, Kerry Baldwin argues that biology and a proper understanding of justice from a libertarian perspective lead us inevitably to the conclusion that abortion doesn't protect women's rights.Baldwin challenges the dominant narrative by showing how abortion arguments routinely erase women's agency, misidentify the aggressor in cases like rape (hint: it's not the unborn child), and rely on analogies that collapse under scrutiny. She also explains why fetal self‑ownership is not a threat to women but a necessary component of a consistent rights framework.You'll have to listen to the episode for her full argument, but here's a few reasons why abortion doesn't protect women's rights.Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com ★ Support this podcast ★

This episode dives deep into how stress manifests physically, emotionally, and chemically—and how you can leverage this knowledge for better client results and personal health.Key Points:How stress accumulates in tissues and affects overall healthThe interconnectedness of physical trauma, emotions, and chemical imbalancesThe role of fascia and connective tissue in movement and injury preventionPractical tools for tissue health: foam rollers, massage, visceral workHow positions and exercise can influence emotional and physical statesThe importance of breathing and alignment in managing stressConnecting trauma history to ongoing tissue and movement issuesThe significance of fascial slings and pattern training for better movement efficiencyStrategies to enhance client awareness and self-care for longevityInsights on holistic recovery through manual therapy and movement patternsThe Limitless Parent Blueprint PodcastDownload the FREE Recovery EBookApply for Blueprint CoachingIncorporate positional breathing exercises into client routines to improve tissue healthUse manual therapy and tools like foam rollers, massage guns, and guasha for optimal fascia mobilityRecognize the importance of emotional and trauma-informed coaching for holistic resultsThink of injury and tissue issues as patterns stored in the nervous and fascial systems to guide effective interventionTimestamps:00:00 - Introduction to issues in tissues and stress manifestation02:06 - The lens shift: viewing stress as a holistic system03:33 - How emotional stress impacts physical health04:59 - The critical link between breathing and emotional regulation05:57 - Hierarchy of needs: oxygen, water, and food in survival07:20 - Trauma's long-term effects on tissues and nervous system09:14 - Understanding physical, chemical, and emotional stressors10:40 - Trauma's storage in tissues and implications for injury12:39 - Impact of chemical intake and hormones on emotional and physical states14:58 - Microbes, gut-brain connection, and butterflies in your stomach16:35 - Fetal position and tissue safety responses18:01 - Positioning and stress exposure for emotional resilience19:00 - The fascial system's communication network20:56 - Hydration's role in fascial health and mobility22:34 - Fascia slings and movement efficiency24:31 - Stretching vs strength training for fascial patterns26:58 - Effects of physical trauma on movement chains28:49 - Injury history and tissue reprogramming33:57 - Scar tissue, adhesions, and tissue mobility recovery36:45 - How to approach degenerative disc issues safely40:11 - Connection between tight muscles, nervous system, and injury risk44:00 - Fascial layers and their role in back pain and emotional health49:16 - Optimizing communication pathways for body awareness54:36 - The importance of mindfulness in movement and recovery62:42 - Diaphragm health and breath training techniques68:43 - Practical integration: positions, breathing, and flow for clients77:07 - Resources for further learning and self-care tools78:33 - The value of feedback and continuous improvement in coachingResources & Links:Connect with Dillan Foss:Additional notes:

Dr. Lam-Rachlin returns to Healthful Woman to discuss fetal echocardiograms, a procedure she describes as “one of the most fascinating part of the stuff that we do on a day-to-day basis.” She and Dr. Fox explain the differences between blood flow in a fetus vs a child or adult, congenital heart defects, and more.

Today, we are talking about a true paradigm shift in prenatal genetics. For decades, we've relied on cell-free DNA for screening, but when it came to definitive confirmation of fetal aneuploidy, we've had to counsel our patients through the anxiety and physical risks of invasive procedures like amniocentesis and CVS. But what if the line between screening and confirmation just blurred? In this episode, we are diving into an avant-garde, first-of-its-kind maternal blood test that is now actively in clinical use and may prove to rival traditional invasive testing for fetal aneuploidy confirmation: the Unity CONFIRM test. To break down the cutting-edge science, the clinical validity, and exactly what this means for your daily practice, I am thrilled to welcome Jen Hoskovec, the Vice President of Medical Affairs for BillionToOne. You might have recently seen her insights featured alongside Dr. Haywood Brown in Contemporary OB/GYN, and today, she's here with us. We're going to discuss the availability of this test, the technology that makes it possible, and what the next concrete steps are for integrating this into modern obstetrical care. Grab your coffee. Let's get into the science.1. https://www.contemporaryobgyn.net/view/haywood-brown-md-jennifer-hoskovec-explain-new-non-invasive-confirmatory-test2. Screening for Fetal Chromosomal Abnormalities PA; January 2026

When Clayton Echard's season of The Bachelor ended, he thought the public humiliation was behind him. Then a woman he barely knew claimed she was carrying his twins — something which, according to Clayton, was impossible. As the story exploded online sleuths begins pulling at loose threads. What they uncovered led to allegations of deception, forgery, and a pattern stretching back years. Listen to Stephani's podcast Love Trapped"   Chameleon is a production of Campside Media and Audiochuck. Follow Chameleon on Instagram @chameleonpod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this wide-ranging and utterly fascinating episode, host Augustine sits down with Vandana — doctor, public health expert, MBA, entrepreneur, beekeeper, candle maker, and one of the most multi-dimensional humans to ever grace this podcast. Born and raised in Bangalore, India, now based on Long Island, New York, Vandana has spent over two decades working across 13 countries in disaster zones, war zones, and underserved communities — always following the woman, always asking: what does she actually need to thrive?This conversation moves from the villages of rural India to the boardrooms of global philanthropy, from beehives in Brooklyn to the operating table, and from the burnout of nonprofit founderitis to the liberating power of learning to ask. There is so much in this episode for midwives, birth workers, nonprofit founders, and anyone who has ever built something from scratch and wondered why it won't grow.Resources & Links:

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASDs) affect up to 1 in 20 people and is particularly prevalent among young people in the adoption and fostering system. As a hidden brain injury, FASDs can manifest in ways that often lead to challenging behaviors, which makes diagnosis and intervention challenging. Mollie O'Brien, the Executive Director of Proof Alliance in St. Paul, Minnesota, discusses FASDs and how, through community, collaboration, and education, they work to create lasting change and improve outcomes for those impacted by an FASD. Proof Alliance can be contacted at Proof Alliance. The State of Wisconsin's Dose of Reality campaign is at Dose of Reality: Opioids in Wisconsin. More information about the federal response to the ongoing opiate crisis can be found at One Pill Can Kill. The views and opinions of the guests on this podcast are theirs and theirs alone and do not necessarily represent those of the host or Westwords Consulting. We're always interested in hearing from individuals or organizations who are working in substance use disorder treatment or prevention, mental health care and other spaces that lift up communities. This includes people living those experiences. If you or someone you know has a story to share or an interesting approach to care, contact us today! Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Subscribe to Our Email List to get new episodes in your inbox every week!

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Fetal surgery can be lifesaving for babies diagnosed with complex conditions before birth, but it comes with significant challenges, including limited ability to monitor the fetus in real time. A Northwestern Medicine team has developed a first-of-its-kind flexible probe, designed for continuous real-time fetal monitoring during surgery.   This innovation is the result of a collaboration between Northwestern University bioelectronics pioneer John Rogers, PhD, and Aimen Shaaban, MD, director of the Chicago Institute for Fetal Health. In this episode, Shaaban explains how the device works, how the collaboration took place and what it will take to bring this technology out of the lab and into clinical care. 

In this episode of the Pediatric and Developmental Pathology, our hosts Dr. Mike Arnold (@MArnold_PedPath) and Dr. Jason Wang speak with Dr. Peilin Zhang, a Pathologist at Sharp Memorial Hospital in San Diego, California. Hear how building a database of placental pathology information led to the identification of unexpected correlations, and the article in Pediatric and Developmental Pathology: Intervillous Thrombus Is Independently Associated With Placental Infarct and Single Umbilical Artery as well as Fetal Inflammatory Response: Implication of Fetal Vascular Flow in Pathogenesis   Featured public domain music: Summer Pride by Loyalty Freak

Prepartum vegetables, Meta-metaknowledge, Pocket soup, Spicy medicine, Fetal yawning, Em-dash turf wars. Jennifer, Angie, and Bradley discuss the curated links for the week of 5/22/2026. Please consider supporting this ad-free content on Patreon.

In today's episode, host Augustine sits down with Kayla Branstetter — English instructor, TEDx speaker, doctoral candidate in healthcare education, and author of the forthcoming book Don't Be an Athena — for a conversation that sits right at the intersection of storytelling, reproductive trauma, and the future of patient-centered care.Kayla's work in narrative medicine is a beautiful reminder that behind every chart, every lab result, and every clinical encounter is a human being with a story that deserves to be heard. And for midwives and birth workers who already know this in their bones — this episode gives you the language, the research, and the tools to do it even better.In this episode we cover:What narrative medicine actually is — and why it's been around for centuries, we're just now naming itKayla's personal journey through her mother's teen pregnancy, her own infertility and miscarriage, and how storytelling found herHow a patient's chart tells a story — and what we miss when we only look at the numbersThe growing mistrust between the medical community and patients — and what narrative medicine offers as a bridgeHow providers can support traumatized clients after unwished-for birth outcomes — including the power of offering writing as an alternative to talkingObstetric violence, medical gaslighting, and what patients can actually do — from documenting their experience to filing grievances and amending their own medical recordsHow a midwife or doula can be a powerful patient advocate in the aftermath of traumaVicarious and secondary trauma in providers — and how narrative medicine workshops create space for clinicians to reflect and healThe myth of Medusa and Athena — and why Kayla's book asks us to stop turning survivors into monstersWhy medical humanities is on the rise — and the medical school built next to an art museum that's changing how future doctors are trainedResources & Links:

Every Wednesday afternoon, we'll be talking Making Babies.Andrea will be joined by Professor Shane Higgins, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, to cover every area of trying to have a baby. From the very start of knowing how to prepare, right up to pregnancy – and all the bumps in the road in between.This week, Shane joins Andrea to discuss everything around monitoring fetal movement.

There is no denying it, you know of one or MORE individuals or patients currently on a GLP1 agent. Although not FDA approved for PCOS as a stand-alone diagnosis, there is growing evidence supporting their offlabel use in PCOS, and international guidelines now include them as a conditional recommendation. In women, the weight loss associated with these medications may trigger the return of spontaneous ovulation, making mistimed pregnancy a possibility. A key study by Sanz and Blázquez (back in 2011) demonstrated that both GLP-1 and the GLP-1 receptor are present in mouse embryos as early as embryonic day 6 (E6) and continue through the first trimester, as well as in pluripotent mouse embryonic stem cells. In these undifferentiated cells, GLP-1 modified the expression of endodermal, ectodermal, and mesodermal gene markers, as well as critical developmental signaling molecules. So, there is a concern about embryogenesis if inadvertent exposure to these meds occurs in early pregnancy. In this episode, we will summarize 2 recent and separate systematic reviews (March 2026; April 2026) on fetal/OB outcomes after periconceptional exposure. This builds on the Parker data set from 2025. One of these reviews, from April 2026, is also a meta-analysis. Listen in for details.1. Ozbek L, Shah E, Al-Shiab R, Inal A, Guldan M, Afsar B, Covic A, Kanbay M. Safety of GLP-1 and Dual GLP-1/GIP Receptor Agonists in Preconception, Pregnancy, and Lactation: A Systematic Review of Maternal, Fetal, and Neonatal Outcomes. Diabetes Obes Metab. 2026 Mar 26. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41885132/2. Hakim J, Rajesh D, Tello J. Neonatal and Obstetric Outcomes Following Periconceptional Exposure to Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. AJOG; April 28, 2026; https://www.ajog.org/article/S0002-9378(26)00222-X/fulltext3. Parker CH, et al. Glucagon-Like Peptide 1 (GLP-1) Receptor Agonists' Use During Pregnancy: Safety Data From Regulatory Clinical Trials. Diabetes, Obesity & Metabolism. 2025.

We are closing out our Cesarean Awareness Month series on the most common reasons for C-sections with a deep dive into all things fetal monitoring! CNM Paige Boran, who attended Lily's VBAC and who we deeply love and trust, answers every question you can imagine. This is definitely an episode you will want to save and listen back to often!Midwife Paige talks about:The history of continuous fetal monitoringThe differences between continuous, internal, and internal monitoringBradycardia and tachycardia readingsCFM and VBACWhen she recommends having CFMHow to advocate informed consent and declinationEarly, variable, and late decelerationsHead compression and cord compressionWhen fetal heart tracings become concerning & what empowered conversations look likeWays to help resolve decelsPlacental insufficiencyAll signs of uterine ruptureHow to make the decision of going for a C-section or continuing to labor Evidence on continuous fetal monitoringAnd more!! We are so grateful for providers like Midwife Paige who we have seen in action and are willing to take the time to help educate our community. For those who question if they made the right call to have a cesarean or continue to labor due to fetal heart readings, we send you love. It is so tough! Fetal heart tones are so nuanced. We hope that with this episode, you feel empowered with more knowledge to find a team that gives you the support and individualized care you deserve. Evidence Based Birth®: Evidence on Continuous Fetal MonitoringNYT Article on Continuous Fetal MonitoringThe VBAC Link Blog: The 5 Most Common Reasons for C-sectionThe VBAC Link Blog: How to Navigate VBAC Hospital PoliciesNeeded Website: Code TVL for 20% OffAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Dr. Thomas Jansson, the 2026 winner of the March of Dimes Agnes Higgins Award in Maternal-Fetal Nutrition, the Vice Chair of Research for the University of Colorado Anschutz Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the department's Florence Crozier Cobb Endowed Professor and Chief of the Division of Reproductive Sciences, discusses his research showing that contrary to popular belief, it is not the fetus, but a placental protein signaling hub called mTOR, that is the primary architect of fetal growth.

UPDATE: Hi folks, we're releasing this Patreon exclusive to all our listeners because the main story in this episode is now going to court + we want to share the story more widely. If you want to support her trial: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-me-fight-for-justice-after-a-courtordered-csectionErika and Kristen dig into a deeply disturbing ProPublica investigation of two Black women in Florida who were subjected to emergency court hearings during active labor when they refused unwanted C-sections. The hosts break down the cases in detail, including the murky statistics on uterine rupture risk, the medical racism baked into how Black women are treated during childbirth, and how Florida's fetal personhood laws have created a legal landscape where state prisoners have more rights over their medical decisions than pregnant women.They also revisit the ongoing story of Adriana Smith, the Georgia woman declared brain dead at 9 weeks pregnant whose family has been navigating the aftermath of forced life support ever since.Key topics coveredThe ProPublica investigation into Cherise Doyley and Brianna BennettWhat fetal personhood laws are and why they matter right nowThe 1999 Laura Pemberton case — an early Florida forced C-section precedentMedical racism and the maternal mortality disparity for Black womenThe difference between doulas and midwivesWhy mentally competent patients can refuse most medical treatmentAdriana Smith's story and her family's GoFundMeWomen being excluded from health studies until the 1990sTRIPS:Lavender Dreams & Riviera Nights With Erika (Tickets close on May 2!) Christmas Markets 2026!!! GET MORE FROM DINKY:Treat yourself to new merch! Wanna connect with us on social media? You can find us on Substack, Instagram, TikTok, and Threads at @dinkypod. Follow us on YouTube.If you have a question or comment, email us at dinky@dinkypod.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.

SYNOPSIS:With fatherhood possibly on the horizon, David is overcome with emotions and all that he has to learn and begins to research as much as he can, even using Bert as a guinea pig. He even asks Agnes about motherly instincts.He decides to enroll in a Lamaze class, but unfortunately, the instructor says he is unable to attend as he has no partner to work with. But then an unwed pregnant woman named Terri shows up at Blue Moon asking for help. The Lamaze instructor told her that David didn't have a partner to practice with, so she thought they might be a good match. They agree to be partners in the class.The relationship becomes a little complicated when Terry develops feelings for David. Maddie receives a package in Chicago from Blue Moon full of childbirth books. She calls Agnes and finds out it was David who sent them. Agnes updates Maddie on what David has been up to with his research into having children.As Maddie is packing in her room, her mom walks in surprised to see that she is leaving. Maddie explains that she needs to return to Los Angeles to attempt to work things out.MOONLIGHTING THE TV SHOWThe show is all about the hit TV Show Moonlighting which aired from 1985 to 1989 starring Bruce Willis and Cybill Shepherd.Grace Chivell and Shawna Saari take a look at each episode in chronological order from the Pilot to the end of the fifth and final season.They discuss the direction, the production, the outfits, the lighting, the car chases, and the tumultuous relationship between Maddie Hayes and David Addison.FOR MORE INFORMATION:https://moonlightingthepodcast.comMOONLIGHTING COMMUNITY:Fans Facebook Group:Facebook Page:Instagram Twitter/XPURCHASE:Moonlighting: An Episode Guide Bookon TuckerDSPressOR on Amazon:Moonlighting MerchandiseSubscribe to our YouTube Channel Learn more about Grace here:Learn more about Shawna here:Donate at Ko-fi.comPersonal Instagrams:https://instagram.com/grace_chivellhttps://instagram.com/saari_not.saari Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

April 23rd: Marlen Ochoa Lopez Killed (2019) Mothers help one another out. Whether it be a sympathetic smile, a helping hand, a borrowed necessity, or a much needed supply, it's one of those unspoken bonds you feel with others who are in the same boat as you. On April 23rd 2019 a young girl thought she was being given one of those helping hands from a fellow mother. And, unknowingly, walked right into a deadly trap. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-48641308, https://www.chicagotribune.com/2019/06/26/marlen-ochoa-lopez-timeline-of-the-tragedy/, https://hue.crc.nd.edu/pilsen/murals/memorial-for-marlen-ochoa-lopez-and-her-baby/, https://blockclubchicago.org/2020/04/24/one-year-later-family-of-murdered-pregnant-teen-marlen-ochoa-lopez-still-waiting-for-justice/, https://abc7chicago.com/clarisa-figueroa-sentenced-to-50-years-in-prison-for-pregnant-woman-marlen-ochoa-lopezs-murder-whose-baby-was-cut-from-womb/14676286/, https://abc7chicago.com/marlen-ochoa-lopez-murdered-pregnant-woman-malren-chicago-crime/13173913/, https://news.wttw.com/2024/04/16/chicago-woman-pleads-guilty-gets-50-years-cutting-child-victim-s-womb, https://blockclubchicago.org/2024/04/16/south-side-woman-gets-50-years-in-murder-of-marlen-ochoa-lopez/https://chicago.suntimes.com/news/2019/6/14/18678827/marlen-ochoa-lopez-yovanny-dies-clarisa-desiree-figueroa-baby-cut-womb-strangled, https://www.cnn.com/2019/05/26/us/chicago-marlen-ochoa-lopez-investigation/index.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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SYNOPSIS:With fatherhood possibly on the horizon, David is overcome with emotions and all that he has to learn and begins to research as much as he can, even using Bert as a guinea pig. He even asks Agnes about motherly instincts.He decides to enroll in a Lamaze class, but unfortunately, the instructor says he is unable to attend as he has no partner to work with. But then an unwed pregnant woman named Terri shows up at Blue Moon asking for help. The Lamaze instructor told her that David didn't have a partner to practice with, so she thought they might be a good match. They agree to be partners in the class.The relationship becomes a little complicated when Terry develops feelings for David. Maddie receives a package in Chicago from Blue Moon full of childbirth books. She calls Agnes and finds out it was David who sent them. Agnes updates Maddie on what David has been up to with his research into having children.As Maddie is packing in her room, her mom walks in surprised to see that she is leaving. Maddie explains that she needs to return to Los Angeles to attempt to work things out.MOONLIGHTING THE TV SHOWThe show is all about the hit TV Show Moonlighting which aired from 1985 to 1989 starring Bruce Willis and Cybill Shepherd.Grace Chivell and Shawna Saari take a look at each episode in chronological order from the Pilot to the end of the fifth and final season.They discuss the direction, the production, the outfits, the lighting, the car chases, and the tumultuous relationship between Maddie Hayes and David Addison.FOR MORE INFORMATION:https://moonlightingthepodcast.comMOONLIGHTING COMMUNITY:Fans Facebook Group:Facebook Page:Instagram Twitter/XPURCHASE:Moonlighting: An Episode Guide Bookon TuckerDSPressOR on Amazon:Moonlighting MerchandiseSubscribe to our YouTube Channel Learn more about Grace here:Learn more about Shawna here:Donate at Ko-fi.comPersonal Instagrams:https://instagram.com/grace_chivellhttps://instagram.com/saari_not.saari Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast is a beautiful, globe-spanning conversation about what happens when birth workers step out of their comfort zones. Host Chetana sits down with Brooke, a US-based midwife, and Johanna, the founder of a birthing clinic in India, to discuss the "sisterhood of midwives," cultural humility, and the universal language of birth.In This Episode, We Cover:From Opera and Animals to Midwifery: The unconventional paths that led Brooke (a former vet tech) and Johanna (a former opera singer) to birth work.Navigating the Indian Medical System: Johanna discusses the challenges of running Jeevalaya Birthing Home and the "diplomacy" required to advocate for gentle birth in a rigid obstetric environment.A Journey to Papua, Indonesia: Chetna shares her experience volunteering at a remote, non-profit birth center and the differences between physiologic birth and the mainstream medical model in Indonesia.The Global Epidemic of Anemia: A clinical discussion on why low hemoglobin is a worldwide challenge and how different systems address it.Cultural Competency vs. Connection: Brooke shares a moving story about attending a twin breech birth for a Ukrainian refugee family without a common language, proving that being "with woman" transcends words.High-Tech Solutions: A look at how real-time translation earbuds are changing the game for international midwifery care.Key Takeaways"Don't go thinking you are going to teach somebody else. You should be going open and receptive to what they can teach you... checking our ego at the door." — BrookeMidwifery is a Versatile Species: Whether it's navigating "midwifery deserts" or adjusting to spicy local diets, midwives are uniquely equipped to blend into and serve diverse communities.The Power of Presence: In many cultures, the most radical intervention a midwife can offer is simply holding a hand, looking into a mother's eyes, and returning her agency.Bridging the Gap: International collaboration isn't just about sharing clinical skills; it's about providing the emotional support and "sisterhood" that keeps birth workers sustainable.Resources MentionedJeevalaya Birthing Home: Johanna's clinic providing care to marginalized women in India.Timekettle Translation Earbuds: The tech Brooke uses to communicate with her Slavic-speaking clients in real-time.Midwifery Travel Experience August 2026This 2-week experience takes you to Angel Hiromi Bhumi Sehat (AHBS), the only midwife-led birth center in Papua, Indonesia. Set near the stunning Lake Sentani, AHBS serves indigenous families who often travel long distances to access respectful, midwifery-centered care.

SYNOPSIS:With fatherhood possibly on the horizon, David is overcome with emotions and all that he has to learn and begins to research as much as he can, even using Bert as a guinea pig. He even asks Agnes about motherly instincts.He decides to enroll in a Lamaze class, but unfortunately, the instructor says he is unable to attend as he has no partner to work with. But then an unwed pregnant woman named Terri shows up at Blue Moon asking for help. The Lamaze instructor told her that David didn't have a partner to practice with, so she thought they might be a good match. They agree to be partners in the class. The relationship becomes a little complicated when Terry develops feelings for David. Maddie receives a package in Chicago from Blue Moon full of childbirth books. She calls Agnes and finds out it was David who sent them. Agnes updates Maddie on what David has been up to with his research into having children. As Maddie is packing in her room, her mom walks in surprised to see that she is leaving. Maddie explains that she needs to return to Los Angeles to attempt to work things out.MOONLIGHTING THE TV SHOWThe show is all about the hit TV Show Moonlighting which aired from 1985 to 1989 starring Bruce Willis and Cybill Shepherd.Grace Chivell and Shawna Saari take a look at each episode in chronological order from the Pilot to the end of the fifth and final season.They discuss the direction, the production, the outfits, the lighting, the car chases, and the tumultuous relationship between Maddie Hayes and David Addison.FOR MORE INFORMATION:https://moonlightingthepodcast.comMOONLIGHTING COMMUNITY:Fans Facebook Group:Facebook Page:Instagram Twitter/XPURCHASE:Moonlighting: An Episode Guide Bookon TuckerDSPressOR on Amazon:Moonlighting MerchandiseSubscribe to our YouTube Channel Learn more about Grace here:Learn more about Shawna here:Donate at Ko-fi.comPersonal Instagrams:https://instagram.com/grace_chivellhttps://instagram.com/saari_not.saari Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The diagnosis of fetal growth restriction can be made with an isolated abdominal circumference less than the 90th percentile. So is the opposite true? Does a fetal abdominal circumference (isolated) of greater than 90% qualify for “LGA” fetus? In this episode we're going to explain why, although it is logically correct, it is diagnostically incorrect. An isolated abdominal circumference on ultrasound of greater than 90% is however a strong predictive risk factor for one delivery finding. Listen in for details.1. Macrosomia: ACOG Practice Bulletin, Number 216. Obstetrics and Gynecology. 20202. Canavan TP, Hill LM.. Sonographic Biometry in the Early Third Trimester: A Comparison of Parameters to Predict Macrosomia at Birth. Journal of Clinical Ultrasound : JCU. 2015. 3. Culliney KA, Parry GK, Brown J, Crowther CA. Regimens of Fetal Surveillance of Suspected Large-for-Gestational-Age Fetuses for Improving Health Outcomes.The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2016.

Are you managing your life rather than living it? In this episode, Augustine sits down with Kristen Brickl, an intuitive licensed professional counselor, to explore the transformative journey of women in midlife. They dive deep into the "Good Girl" arc—how childhood conditioning leads to adult over-functioning, people-pleasing, and eventually, physical and emotional burnout.Specifically tailored for midwives and high-pressure caregivers, this conversation explores why "self-care" isn't just a luxury but a professional necessity. Kristen shares how our nervous systems impact not just our own health, but the way we co-regulate with the families we serve. If you've ever felt like you're "giving from an empty cup" or losing your passion for your calling, this episode is a permission slip to stop, breathe, and reclaim your joy.Key HighlightsThe Evolution of the Martyr: How the "Good Girl" of childhood becomes the "People Pleaser" of young adulthood and the "Over-functioning Martyr" of midlife.The Power of the Whisper: Recognizing the subtle signs of burnout before they turn into a "cosmic two-by-four" (health crises or autoimmune issues).The "Pause" Practice: A simple, transformative tool to reset your nervous system in the middle of a chaotic day or between client calls.Reparenting Your Inner Mean Girl: Shifting your internal monologue from criticism to the "loving bosom" of the Wise Adult.The Liminal Space: Navigating the "cringey" discomfort of transition—that moment in the birth canal of your own life where you can't go back, but can't yet see the way forward.Channel vs. Source: A revolutionary mindset shift for caregivers: how to be a channel for service without becoming the depleted source of it.Perinatal Psychology & Attachment: How a caregiver's distracted or overwhelmed state affects a newborn's ability to form secure attachments.Resources MentionedBook: The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk.Course: Boundaries for BirthworkersConnect with Kristen BricklWebsite: KristenBrickl.comInstagram: @kristen.bricklWant more? Join our Skool community to access 90% of our CEU courses and more!MWC Spring Break Sale! Course Bundles, Midwifery Equipment and more - upto 80% off!

Suzy talks to Elina Vlachodimitropoulou, consultant obstetrician, and Mike Desborough, consultant haematologist, about FNAIT

The mother wound is not just about your mother. It is about the first nervous system that shaped yours—the earliest relational field that told you whether you were safe, wanted, and free to take up space. And it lives in the body long before it lives in the story. In this episode, Jennifer Wallace and Elisabeth Kristof are joined by Brooke Wolfe, somatic voice activation coach, musician of 20 years, and a dear friend of both hosts. Brooke's work lives at the intersection of nervous system safety, vocal expression, and the parts of the feminine that have been suppressed, exiled, and told they are too much. Together, they explore the mother wound as an attachment and nervous system imprint—one that shows up not just in relationships, but in how you breathe, how you move, whether you feel permission to make noise, and whether you have ever truly learned to receive. Brooke brings a perspective that is both poetic and grounded. She shares the pelvis–throat connection as a place where early disconnection shows up physically, how the voice becomes a tool for masking rather than connecting, and how her lifelong asthma reflected a nervous system that never felt safe to exhale. She also speaks to how heroin use in her teenage years neurologically mirrored the flooding and crashing of disorganized attachment. Elisabeth shares how emotional neglect and a mother's absence shaped a deep sense of childhood loneliness, and why co-regulation with other humans became genuinely difficult. Jennifer names the fear of her own power, the experience of moving through life in a quiet tiptoe, and the inner critic that still carries someone else's voice. This conversation expands the mother wound beyond the personal and into the collective—naming how disconnection from the body, voice, and feminine expression is not just individual, but patterned across generations. The episode closes on something both honest and hopeful: healing the mother wound does not always require repairing the external relationship. It requires taking your sovereignty back, learning to mother yourself, and finding the safe spaces and relationships that can hold your depth. What was ruptured in relationship must be repaired in relationship—and sometimes that begins with the earth. In This Episode, You Will Learn: How the mother wound forms as an attachment and nervous system imprint, not a single event but a pattern How prenatal maternal stress can shape fetal stress system development through cortisol and epigenetic mechanisms Why birth is the first moment of separation and how birth trauma shapes early nervous system patterns How rupture in the feminine shows up in the body, the breath, the pelvis, the throat, and the voice Why the voice so often becomes a tool for masking rather than connecting, and how somatic voice work can change that How disorganized attachment patterns in childhood can drive substance use and self-regulation strategies in adolescence and adulthood Why co-regulation with other humans can feel deeply threatening and how to begin building that skill incrementally How the inner critic often carries the voice of a primary caregiver, and what that means neurologically What it looks like to heal the mother wound internally without requiring external repair of the relationship Why the fertile void, the emptiness left by the wound, can become a creative source rather than something to fill Chapter Markers 0:00 - Sending Healing Back Down the Mother Line 1:45 - Welcome: The Mother Wound as Nervous System Imprint 4:00 - Introducing Brooke Wolfe and Why This Work Called Her 7:45 - How Rupture in the Feminine Shows Up in the Body and Voice 13:00 - Birth as the First Separation and the Roots of the Wound 18:00 - Prenatal Stress, Cortisol, and How the Stress System Is Shaped Before Birth 20:00 - The Pelvis, Throat, and Diaphragm: Where Bracing Patterns Live 27:00 - Don't Take Up Space, Don't Be Too Much: The Feminine Conditioning 33:00 - Attachment, Addiction, and the Nervous System Logic Behind It All 49:00 - The Void: What Brooke's Mother Wound Actually Is, and What She Found There 55:00 - The Inner Critic as Internalized Mother Voice 1:01:00 - Healing the Mother Wound From the Inside Out Explore Neurosomatic Voice Activation: Liberate your voice and create somatic safety and self-attunement in the Neurosomatic Voice Activation Course with Brooke and Elisabeth: https://www.brookewolfe.com/trauma-rewired Get 15% off with code: TRAUMAREWIRED Brooke on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brookewolfe_/ Ways to Engage with Neurosomatics: Capacity Gap: Free BrainBased workshop for entrepreneurs, leaders and high-performers: rewirecapacity.com Two week trail of BrainBased membership for neurosomatic practices and nervous system rehabilitation and health: rewiretrial.com  Introduction to NSI for practitioners, coaches and therapists - The NSI foundations Bundle: https://neurosomaticintelligence.com/workshops/ Watch Trauma Rewired on YouTube - Subscribe here Learn more about psychedelic neuroscience and neurosomatics on Sacred Synapse with Jennifer Wallace   https://www.youtube.com/@sacredsynapse-23 Wayfinder Journal: Track nervous system patterns and support preparation and integration through Neurosomatic Intelligence. FREE 1 Year Supply of Vitamin D + 5 Travel Packs from Athletic Greens when you use my exclusive offer: https://www.drinkag1.com/rewired   Resources and Links Oberlander, T. F., et al. (2008). Prenatal depression, NR3C1 methylation, and infant cortisol response. Epigenetics. Weaver, I. C. G., et al. (2004). Maternal care and epigenetic regulation of stress response (animal study). Nature Neuroscience. Seckl, J. R., & Holmes, M. C. (2007). Placental cortisol buffering and fetal stress system development. Nature Clinical Practice Endocrinology & Metabolism. Yehuda, R., et al. (2016). Intergenerational effects of trauma on FKBP5 methylation. Biological Psychiatry. O'Donnell, K. J., & Meaney, M. J. (2017). Fetal origins of mental health and stress regulation. American Journal of Psychiatry. Sapolsky, R. M., et al. (2000). How stress hormones influence the body and brain. Endocrine Reviews.  

In this warm and deeply moving episode, host Chetana sits down with Rachel — a mother, visionary, and midwifery student from Jayapura, Papua, Indonesia — who turned her own transformative birth experience into a mission to bring gentle, dignified birth care to one of the most underserved regions in the world.Rachel shares how a VBAC at Bumi Sehat in Bali — under the care of the legendary Ibu Robin Lim — changed the entire course of her life. Returning home to Papua, she and her husband Ronald built AHBS (Angel Hiromi Bumi Sehat Papua) from the ground up: starting with just a plot of land, moving their own furniture into the building, and slowly gathering the equipment, midwives, and mentorship needed to open their doors in December 2019.This episode is a love letter to the women of Papua — and to everyone who believes that every mother, no matter where she lives, deserves to be treated like a goddess.In this episode we cover:Rachel's first C-section, and the longing for a normal birth that led her to Robin Lim in BaliWhat a VBAC at Bumi Sehat felt like — and why it changed everythingThe founding of Angel Hiromi Bumi Sehat (AHBS) - the only midwife-led birth center in PapuaThe role of Augustine (Maggie) in bringing gentle birth philosophy to Papua — and why her six-month visit left a lasting imprintWhy Rachel decided to enroll in midwifery school herself — after her own staff told her she "knew nothing"The ongoing challenge of training midwives in gentle birth when mainstream protocols dominateWhat changed in the birth rooms after Chetana's visit — upright births, birthing balls, dim lighting, and mothers who don't want to go homeRachel's vision for AHBS: a third floor, an operating room for gentle cesareans, a dedicated training space, and an ultrasound roomHow AHBS is funded — and what continued support looks likeResources & Links:

Mothering the Mother: African American Postpartum Traditions with Shafia MonroeIn this rich and powerful episode, host Augustine is joined by co-host Israel Johnson, Licensed Direct Entry Midwife and Certified Professional Midwife from Oregon, to welcome the legendary Shafia Monroe — midwife, author, cultural historian, and founder of the SMC Full Circle Doula Training, the first Black doula training launched nationally in 2002 in Portland, Oregon.Shafia has just published her long-awaited book, Mothering the Mother: African American Postpartum Traditions, Recipes and Healing, and this conversation is a celebration of that birth — and so much more.In this episode we cover:Shafia's 11-year journey from journal entry to published bookWhy African American postpartum care has been largely invisible — and why that must changeThe historical trauma Black mothers carry, and the healing power of returning to traditionsWhy anemia may be at the root of more postpartum depression than we realizeThe herbs every postpartum mother should have on hand Shafia's relationship with Erykah Badu, who wrote the foreword and called the book "the postpartum Bible"Why more clinical visits is NOT the same as postpartum careThe ongoing "midwife problem" in America — and why change is urgently needed.The critical mass of home birth across US states and what it means for the future of midwiferyWhy we need to retire the word "patient" for pregnant people — and the word BIPOCThe burnout crisis in midwifery and why we must return to a collective modelResources & Links:

Send us Fan MailDr. Susan Hintz, Medical Director of the Fetal and Pregnancy Health Program and Robert L. Hess Family Endowed Professor at Stanford Medicine, delivers this year's Cool Topics keynote on collaboration, shared purpose, and the lessons learned building high risk infant follow-up infrastructure through the CPQCC. She challenges the neonatal community to move beyond the handoff to a pediatrician and think deliberately about true medical home design, including coordinated care teams, clearly defined roles across subspecialty and follow-up clinics, and better use of community based resources to support families long after NICU discharge. Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below.Enjoy!

Podcast family we've all heard the rumors that oursmartphones are “LISTENING TO US”. Well, some of that is actually true, and trust me I'm not a conspiracy theorist. Our smartphones are capable of remarkable things. A new publication from the Green journal (released ahead ofprint on 03/05/2026 ) is proposing that it may now be able to detect fetal movement, fetal breathing, and even fetal hiccups when placed over the abdomen! Yep, it's not science fiction... it's science innovation. While this is not ready for prime time just yet, the science is absolutely astounding. In this quicky episode we will briefly summarize a fascinating new innovative study which proposes that our iPhones may be able to be a fetal movement detector.1.     Moise, Kenneth Jr MD; Gaither, Kelly PhD;Madden-Rusnak, Anna PhD; Lowry, Kathy RN, MSN; Hutson, Emily RN, MSN; Bruns, Danielle RDMS; Valero, Reinaldo MD, RDMS. Smartphone Detection of FetalMovements Using Artificial Intelligence. Obstetrics & Gynecology ():10.1097/AOG.0000000000006228, March 5, 2026. | DOI:10.1097/AOG.00000000000062282.     Lai J, Woodward R, Alexandrov Y, et al Performanceof a Wearable Acoustic System for Fetal Movement Discrimination. PloS One. 2017. 3.     Ashik AK, Gutierrez R, Ashraf F, et al. AMachine Learning Model for Assessing Fetal Health During Pregnancy. Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology. 2025. 4.     Antepartum Fetal Surveillance: ACOG PracticeBulletin, Number 229. Obstetrics and Gynecology. 2021.5.     Monitoring a Pregnancy at Home With a SmartphoneThis wearable device provides real-time ECG monitoring of a fetus: https://spectrum.ieee.org/pregnancy-heartbeat-monitor-smartphone

Electronic fetal monitoring is one of the most common interventions in hospital birth, but it's also one of the least understood. In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Dekker talks with board-certified OB-GYN Dr. Jennifer Lincoln about what continuous electronic fetal monitoring actually does, what the research says, and why it became such a routine part of labor care in the first place. With recent media attention shining a spotlight on this technology, they break down the history, the evidence, and the real-world pressures that shape how it's used today. Learn why continuous monitoring can increase Cesarean rates in low-risk births, when it may be helpful in higher-risk situations, and how it can influence movement, comfort, and decision-making during labor. Dr. Lincoln also shares practical ways to ask questions, understand what terms like "reassuring" and "indeterminate" mean, and partner with your care team so you can make informed choices without feeling powerless or pressured. (02:26) Dr. Jennifer Lincoln's updates: doctors' strike, leadership, and writing The Birth Book (10:09) Why electronic fetal monitoring is in the spotlight and what it actually measures (13:40) The history of fetal monitoring and what it was designed to prevent (17:37) The biggest drawbacks: false positives, rising C-section rates, and medical-legal pressures (23:18) How continuous monitoring can affect movement, comfort, and labor experience (26:28) Artifact, wireless monitors, and challenges with accuracy (28:27) Intermittent monitoring: what it is and how it works (30:11) When continuous monitoring may be more beneficial in higher-risk situations (37:53) Understanding "reassuring," "indeterminate," and "non-reassuring" patterns (39:46) What care teams may try before recommending a cesarean (45:15) Questions parents can ask when concerns arise about the fetal heart rate (48:03) Continuous monitoring during VBAC and navigating autonomy and policy (51:01) Why these conversations should happen before labor and how to advocate collaboratively Resources Hear about the new research on home birth with Dr. Dekker on Dr. Lincoln's "Let's Talk about Birth" podcast: drjenniferlincoln.substack.com/p/announcing-my-new-podcast Get a copy of Dr. Lincoln's book, The Birth Book: An OB-GYN's Guide to Demystifying Labor and Delivery: penguinrandomhouse.com/books/785889/the-birth-book-by-dr-jennifer-lincoln/ Learn more about Three for Freedom: threeforfreedom.com/ For more information about Evidence Based Birth® and a crash course on evidence based care, visit www.ebbirth.com. Follow us on Instagram and YouTube! Ready to learn more? Grab an EBB Podcast Listening Guide or read Dr. Dekker's book, "Babies Are Not Pizzas: They're Born, Not Delivered!" If you want to get involved at EBB, join our Professional membership (scholarship options available) and get on the wait list for our EBB Instructor program. Find an EBB Instructor here, and click here to learn more about the EBB Childbirth Class.

This episode covers fetal haemoglobin physiology.Notes: https://zerotofinals.com/paediatrics/haematology/fetalhaemoglobin/Questions: https://members.zerotofinals.com/Books: https://zerotofinals.com/books/The audio in the episode was expertly edited by Harry Watchman.

Today, we’re bringing you the best from newsrooms around the PNW… First, computer science researchers at the University of Washington are testing if a phone app can accurately monitor a fetus' heart rate during pregnancy. Next, Washington State University’s Nuclear Science Center is ramping up research and training to meet the increasing need for energy. And finally, Oregon came within one day of announcing it was feral-swine free – and then another wild pig appeared. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The immune-conflict between dam and fetus could help explain sex differences in neurodevelopmental conditions.

There are many reasons you may need to have a fetal non-stress test, or NST, during your pregnancy. Perhaps your baby isn't moving as much as before or perhaps you have a high-risk pregnancy. So, how are these tests performed, and are there any risks to mom and baby? Also, what typically happens if the results are abnormal? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Augustine on the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast as she welcomes Ashley from Michigan, who shares her transformative journey from birth trauma to healing and empowerment. Ashley, a former ICU nurse, candidly discusses the importance of recognizing and honoring birth trauma, advocating for co-care and collaborative care, and the revolutionary experience of having a maternal assisted C-section. Together, they delve into the significance of patient rights, the balance between medical intervention and natural processes, and the profound impact compassionate, dignified care can have on the birthing experience. This episode is a powerful testament to the possibility of change and hope within the birthing community.Links: For more information about the Turnkey Birth Centre for Sale in Abilene, Texas, write to amy@midwiferywisdom.comFollow Ashley's Instagram @birthonherterms00:00 Introduction and Special Announcement01:26 Meet Ashley: A Journey of Change03:32 Balancing Art and Science in Birth04:08 Challenges in Community-Based Midwifery08:48 Ashley's Personal Birth Experiences21:40 The Maternal Assisted C-Section37:41 Standing Firm on Informed Decisions38:21 The Importance of Family Inclusion39:52 Advocating for Support During Birth41:16 The Impact of Birth Experiences on Mental Health42:28 The Need for Patient Rights and Advocacy44:14 The Role of Communication in Healing48:36 Transforming Pain into Power49:11 Balancing Passion and Parenthood54:12 The Value of Midwives and Postpartum Support01:04:20 The Importance of Trauma-Informed Care01:12:58 Advocating for Change in Healthcare01:16:54 Sharing the Journey and Future Plans

In this episode, Therese Markow, Dr. Catherine Lebel, and Dr. Sam Nivins discuss the impact of prenatal factors on fetal brain development. Catherine explains how MRI can detect subtle brain changes due to prenatal alcohol exposure, even at low levels, and emphasizes the importance of avoiding alcohol during pregnancy. Sam discusses the effects of maternal obesity before pregnancy on brain development, noting sex-specific differences and the importance of early intervention. Both also touch on the impact of stressors, such as natural disasters, and the need for early identification and support for children with potential reading difficulties.     Key Takeaways: Even exposing a fetus to one alcoholic drink per week during pregnancy shows a detectable difference in brain structure compared to kids who had no alcohol exposure at all.  The same is true of prenatal maternal obesity, even if the obesity is preconceptional. Reading is a skill that must be taught to children. Prereading skills lay the foundation for later reading. And prereading skills can be visualized with brain imaging. When you know what part of the brain is affected, you can better tailor interventions to target those particular consequences.   "People who have good support from a partner or other folks in their lives, not only do they tend to do better, but their kids tend to do better too." —  Dr. Catherine Lebel   Connect with Dr. Lebel and Dr. Nivins  Dr. Lebel's Professional Bio & Publications: https://profiles.ucalgary.ca/catherine-lebel  Dr. Nivins' Professional Bio & Publications: https://ki.se/en/people/samson-nivins  Website: https://www.developmentalneuroimaginglab.ca/    Connect with Therese: Website:  www.criticallyspeaking.net Bluesky: @CriticallySpeaking.bsky.social Instagram: @criticallyspeakingpodcast Email: theresemarkow@criticallyspeaking.net   Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. 

This episode is a special collaboration between Beyond 6 Seconds and the Living with FASD podcast hosted by Patti Kasper. Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) are lifelong conditions caused by prenatal alcohol exposure that can impact physical, cognitive, and behavioral development. FASD is a type of neurodivergence, but it's often left out of conversations about neurodivergence. This episode is part of a series that Patti is doing on her podcast to help bring FASD into those conversations. We discuss what communication differences can feel like for people with certain types of neurodivergence, such as FASD, autism (including apraxia in non-speaking autism), ADHD, and schizophrenia. We also explore why communication challenges can happen, and how friends and loved ones can help provide understanding and support. A quick caveat: This conversation is not medical or diagnostic advice, and it does not speak for every neurodivergent person. Instead, Patti and I are sharing our own experiences and some insights from the people we've interviewed on our podcasts. You can find Living with FASD podcast on Apple, Audible, Patreon, Pocket Casts, Rumble and YouTube, and connect with Patti at dot.cards/yourfasdcoach. Do the things we mention in this episode match your experience as a neurodivergent person? Do you have other experiences? Let me know what you think!  Watch the video of this interview on YouTube. Read the episode transcript. Follow the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast in your favorite podcast player. Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes. *Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations. These episodes are for informational purposes only and do not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.*

Fetal Microcephaly has an incidence of 2 to 12 in10,000 births in the USA and can be diagnosed prenatally via ultrasound (in second or early third trimester) or postnatally via measurement of head circumference (HC).  Antepartum, this is a unique diagnosis since we are mainly used to using PERCENTAGES for biometrics and for fetal weight, butmicrocephaly is not diagnosed by HC percentage- but by Standard Deviation (SD). Microcephaly has been linked to developmental delay, seizures, as well as feeding, vision and hearing problems.  Prognosis depends on the severityof the microcephaly and whether it is associated with other anomalies. What SD is diagnostic of microcephaly? What are the potential etiologies? What genetic syndromes are most associated with true microcephaly? Is fetal cranial MRIrecommended? Listen in for details. 1.     Sukenik-Halevy R, Golbary Kinory E, Laron KenetT, Brabbing-Goldstein D, Gilboa Y, Basel-Salmon L, Perlman S. Prenatalgender-customized head circumference nomograms result in reclassification ofmicrocephaly and macrocephaly. AJOG Glob Rep. 2023 Jan 29;3(1):100171. doi:10.1016/j.xagr.2023.100171. PMID: 36864987; PMCID: PMC9972400.2.     SOGC CO (2019) No. 380-Investigation andManagement of Prenatally Identified Microcephaly3.     Fetal Medicine Foundation: Microcephaly; https://fetalmedicine.org/education/fetal-abnormalities/brain/microcephaly

This week we review a recent work on fetal atrial septal interventions in the patient with hypoplastic left ventricle or double outlet right ventricle with mitral valve atresia/dysplasia and a restrictive or intact atrial septum. How often was this procedure technically feasible and successful? What are the criteria to be considered for such an intervention? Why does use of a laser improve the crossing of the atrial septum in this procedure? Should prenatal intervention be used instead of postnatal intervention in this setting? Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Baylor College of Medicine, Dr. Betul Yilmaz shares her insights into this fascinating topic.https://doi.org/10.1161/CIRCINTERVENTIONS.125.015209

CHOP and the Richard D Wood Jr. Center for Fetal Diagnosis and Treatment is at the forefront of new medicine doing wonderful work to stem the 1 in 3 birth defects of babies born in the US. Mark interviews Dr. Scott Adzick in this episode.

1/30/26 7am CT Hour - Fr. Mac Hill/ Mary Hallan Fiorito John, Glen and Sarah chat about Border Czar Tom Holman, potential government shutdown and reaction to Belichick not making first round Hall of Fame. Plus Have Fun at Work Day. Fr. Mac breaks down the difference between venial and mortal sin and when something becomes sinful that is normally a good. 3 Questions with Ivan Mary explains an Illinois case of murder of a pregnant woman and why fetal homicide laws do not apply to abortion.

TODAY ON THE ROBERT SCOTT BELL SHOW: LIVE from Atlanta! Vaccine Choice Debate, California Joins WHO, BPA Gender Disruption, Microplastic Sky Shock, Vespa Crabro, WEF Lab-Meat Agenda, Florida Vaccine Exemption Bill, Fetal Tissue Ban, Moderna Pullback, Candy Arsenic Scandal, and MORE! https://robertscottbell.com/vaccine-choice-debate-california-joins-who-bpa-gender-disruption-microplastic-sky-shock-vespa-crabro-wef-lab-meat-agenda-florida-vaccine-exemption-bill-fetal-tissue-ban-moderna-pullback-candy/https://boxcast.tv/view/live-from-atlanta-vaccine-choice-debate-california-joins-who-bpa-gender-disruption-fetal-tissue-ban---the-rsb-show-1-28-26-p6svpropdqhrs63p6vuw Purpose and Character The use of copyrighted material on the website is for non-commercial, educational purposes, and is intended to provide benefit to the public through information, critique, teaching, scholarship, or research. Nature of Copyrighted Material Weensure that the copyrighted material used is for supplementary and illustrative purposes and that it contributes significantly to the user's understanding of the content in a non-detrimental way to the commercial value of the original content. Amount and Substantiality Our website uses only the necessary amount of copyrighted material to achieve the intended purpose and does not substitute for the original market of the copyrighted works. Effect on Market Value The use of copyrighted material on our website does not in any way diminish or affect the market value of the original work. We believe that our use constitutes a 'fair use' of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. If you believe that any content on the website violates your copyright, please contact us providing the necessary information, and we will take appropriate action to address your concern.

Welcome to our first monthly Q&A episode of Season 7!In today's episode, we discuss why C-sections are sometimes framed as “prevention,” how fear around tearing, fetal monitoring, or cord concerns impacts clinical decision-making, and why breaking the bag of waters is still routine practice despite clear risks and limited benefit. We explain what delayed cord clamping looks like during a cesarean and why vague language like “misplaced cord insertion” can unknowingly lead to unnecessary intervention. Additionally, we talk about nursing while pregnant, early breastfeeding challenges, frozen breastmilk, feeding to sleep, and other common postpartum concerns. Lastly, Barbara Harper joins us to dispel the fear around water birth by explaining the exact physiology of newborn transition under the water. As always, thanks for calling in with your questions. Call us anytime at 802-GET-DOWN (that's 802-438-3696).**********Send us a text Needed

WMAL GUEST: MARJORIE DANNENFELSER (President of Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America) on today’s March for Life rally in D.C. and the Trump administration’s immediate halt to NIH-funded research involving human fetal tissue READ: Vance to Headline March for Life SOCIAL MEDIA: @MarjorieSBA Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Friday, January 23, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Roxanne, a certified nurse midwife and former labor nurse as she demystifies fetal monitoring. Roxanne delves into continuous and intermittent fetal heart rate monitoring, discussing their history, benefits, limitations, and appropriate use for both high and low-risk pregnancies. Learn about categories of fetal heart tracings, how they influence labor decisions, and the importance of shared decision-making in choosing the right monitoring method for you. Whether you're expecting, a birth professional, or just curious, this comprehensive guide will empower you with essential insights on fetal monitoring!00:00 Introduction to Fetal Monitoring00:17 Meet Your Hosts01:08 Understanding Continuous Fetal Monitoring05:26 History and Evolution of Fetal Monitoring08:24 Intermittent Auscultation Explained13:01 Comparing Continuous and Intermittent Monitoring14:45 Shared Decision Making in Fetal Monitoring19:11 Conclusion and Resources

Send us a textCellular metabolism, mitochondrial health, and the roles of diet and environment in metabolic health, fetal & child development, and Alzheimer's.TOPICS DISCUSSED:Cellular growth vs. burning: Cells alternate between growing (using glucose for building blocks in low-oxygen environments) and burning (generating ATP in mitochondria with oxygen); dysregulation leads to metabolic issues.Key regulatory enzymes: PI3 kinase imports glucose, AMP kinase builds mitochondria, and mTOR drives cell division; their synchronization determines healthy modes, while desynchronization causes diseases.Fructose as a dose-dependent mitochondrial toxin: High fructose intake inhibits AMP kinase, reducing mitochondrial function and diverting energy to fat storage; it is dose-dependent, like alcohol, and unnecessary in the diet.Obesogens & endocrine disruptors: Chemicals like tributyltin (TBT) alter gene expression across generations, promoting obesity unrelated to calories; modern exposures increase reactive oxygen species (ROS), burdening cells.Fetal & neonatal development: Maternal diet, especially high sugar or formula feeding, can cause neonatal obesity and fatty liver; breastfeeding supports proper jaw development and oxygen intake.Brain metabolism & Alzheimer's: The brain's high energy needs make it vulnerable to mitochondrial issues and ROS; energy deficits from diet, stress, and toxins lead to synapse loss and inflammation, treatable via prevention.ROS & health: Mitochondria produce ROS as a byproduct of ATP generation; excess from diet or environment causes damage, but antioxidants and lifestyle can mitigate risks.PRACTICAL TAKEAWAYS:Limit added sugars in your diet to reduce mitochondrial stress and ROS, focusing on whole foods over ultra-processed items for better metabolic health.Prioritize breastfeeding for infants when possible to support proper physical development and reduce future metabolic risks.Incorporate regular exercise and social activities to manage stress and boost brain-protective factors like BDNF, aiding neurodegeneration prevention.Get adequate sleep to regulate cortisol and maintain cellular energy balance, helping prevent brain fog and chronic diseases.ABOUT THE GUEST: Robert Lustig, MD is a pediatric endocrinologist and Professor Emeritus at the University of California, San Francisco, with a background in neuroendocrinology and obesity research.*Not medical advice.Support the showAffiliates: Lumen device to optimize your metabolism for weight loss or athletic performance. MINDMATTER gets you 15% off. AquaTru: Water filtration devices that remove microplastics, metals, bacteria, and more from your drinking water. Through link, $100 off AquaTru Carafe, Classic & Under Sink Units; $300 off Freestanding models. Seed Oil Scout: Find restaurants with seed oil-free options, scan food products to see what they're hiding, with this easy-to-use mobile app. KetoCitra—Ketone body BHB + electrolytes formulated for kidney health. Use code MIND20 for 20% off any subscription (cancel anytime) For all the ways you can support my efforts

What really happens as people with FASD grow into adulthood and beyond?In this episode of The FASD Success Show, Jeff Noble sits down with Dr. Valerie Temple to talk about brand-new Canadian research exploring how the FASD brain and body change with age — and what families, caregivers, and professionals need to know to support lifelong success.Dr. Temple and her team analyzed data from over 400 adults across Canada to compare younger adults (18–24) with older adults (35+). What they found challenges a lot of assumptions about FASD, aging, and the brain.In This Episode You'll Learn • Why older adults with FASD aren't “less affected,” but show different patterns of strengths and challenges • How executive function and attention improve for many adults, while memory and physical health issues increase • Why substance use and mental health struggles remain high across adulthood — and what helps most • How diagnosis and support systems can evolve to meet changing needs over time • What this research means for caregivers, families, and self-advocates navigating adulthoodWhy It Matters For years, most FASD research has focused on children and youth. Dr. Temple's 2025 study is one of the first to look closely at aging in FASD, providing real data on what support looks like across a lifetime.The big takeaway: the FASD brain doesn't stop changing. It adapts, learns, and keeps building new pathways. With the right support, growth and connection are possible at every age.Watch the Full Interview YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZpjr6YGxH8Listen to the Episode Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-fasd-success-show/id1492499195 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ntB51glqYnRPmXCh6lOGq?si=f006bfa2966d4972Resources & Links • Read the full study: Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD): Comparing profiles of younger versus older adults • Join our free Parent & Caregiver Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/FASDFOREVER • Follow Jeff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/FASDSuccess • Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@FASDSuccess • Visit our website for show notes and articles: https://www.fasdsuccess.com/blog/new-research-on-fasd-and-aging-what-families-need-to-knowSupport the show

This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.On today's edition of The Briefing, Dr. Mohler discusses the celebration of 102 years of the Republic of Turkey, Elon Musk's Grokipedia as an alternative to Leftist A.I., and he confronts a liberal Jewish argument supporting abortion.Part I (00:14 – 11:52)The Republic of Turkey Celebrates 102 Years: The End of the Ottoman Empire and the Founding of the Republic of Turkey and the History of the Ottoman EmpirePart II (11:52 – 17:51)Elon Takes on A.I.'s Left-Wing Bias: The Leftist Bias in A.I. and Online Platforms is Undeniable, and Elon Musk is Offering an AlternativeGrokipedia vs. Wikipedia by The Times of India (Nirmalya Dutta)AI's Left-wing bias is becoming too obvious to ignore by The Telegraph (Mark Brolin)Part III (17:51 – 22:04)Religious Liberty and Pro-Abortion Positions: Confronting a Liberal Jewish Argument in Support of AbortionA post-Roe crisis: Fetal personhood laws threaten Jewish religious freedom by The Atlanta-Journal Constitution (Elana Frank and Allison Tombros Korman)Part IV (22:04 – 25:42)Thanks to the Donkeys: Animals Used in Trash Collection in Turkish Village Receive Well-Earned RetirementThey had been wandering the streets for years! The permanent donkeys will now retire. by The Daily NewsSign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.