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1.9 Dr Stu: Twin Birth | debunking the myths Your Holistic Midwife

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About the Guest(s):Dr. Stu, an obstetrician from the United States, brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the discussion on birth practices. Having trained at the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed his residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, he has spent a significant part of his career transitioning from a more medicalized obstetrics approach to one that closely collaborates with midwives. Dr. Stu is an advocate for home birthing, teaching breach and twin delivery skills around the world, and hosts the "Birthing Instincts" podcast.Episode Summary:In this insightful episode titled "The Twin Birth Conversation with Dr. Stu," host Bibi discusses the intricacies of twin deliveries and the option of home birthing in medical practice. With a focus on choice, trust, and the natural process of childbirth, Dr. Stu provides valuable perspectives to debunk myths and empower expectant mothers carrying twins.Starting with an overview of types of twins and their implications during pregnancy, Dr. Stu details the distinctions between diamniotic-dichorionic (die-die), monoamniotic-dichorionic (mono-di), and monoamniotic-monochorionic (mono-mono) twin pregnancies. He further elaborates on the protocols for each kind, emphasizing the potential for normal vaginal deliveries under specific circumstances. Highly experienced in home birthing, Dr. Stu passionately argues for the demedicalization of childbirth and the importance of informed consent, shedding light on the risks and misconceptions propagated by a system overly reliant on interventions.Key Takeaways:Understanding the differences between di-die mono-di, and mono-mono twins is crucial for managing twin pregnancies.Vaginal births for di-di and mono-di twins can be a safe and viable option when managed by a skilled practitioner.The medical system often operates from a place of fear, potentially leading to unnecessary interventions for twin pregnancies.Home birth with twins, attended by a knowledgeable practitioner, has been shown to have high success rates and can provide a fulfilling experience for the mother.Dr. Stu advocates for the normalization of vaginal breech births, which are often portrayed negatively by mainstream obstetrics despite evidence of their safety when properly handled.Notable Quotes:"The decision of how to give birth does not belong to the medical institution or the physician. It belongs to the informed woman." - Dr. Stu"Nature is formidable but it's not intentionally dangerous." - Dr. Stu"Most twin moms don't have a problem. The problem is the way they're managed in the hospital." - Dr. Stu"Midwives, because they are experts in normal, are so quick to recognize abnormal." - Dr. StuResources:Dr. Stu's website: Birthing InstinctsPodcast: Birthing Instincts podcastDive into the full episode to explore Dr. Stu's patient-centric philosophy of birth, especially regarding twins, and learn how empowerment through knowledge can lead to better birth experiences. Stay tuned for more enlightening content that can transform your understanding of childbirth and the choices surrounding it.

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About the Guest(s):Dr. Stu, an obstetrician from the United States, brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the discussion on birth practices. Having trained at the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed his residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, he has spent a significant part of his career transitioning from a more medicalized obstetrics approach to one that closely collaborates with midwives. Dr. Stu is an advocate for home birthing, teaching breach and twin delivery skills around the world, and hosts the "Birthing Instincts" podcast.Episode Summary:In this insightful episode titled "The Twin Birth Conversation with Dr. Stu," host Bibi discusses the intricacies of twin deliveries and the option of home birthing in medical practice. With a focus on choice, trust, and the natural process of childbirth, Dr. Stu provides valuable perspectives to debunk myths and empower expectant mothers carrying twins.Starting with an overview of types of twins and their implications during pregnancy, Dr. Stu details the distinctions between diamniotic-dichorionic (die-die), monoamniotic-dichorionic (mono-di), and monoamniotic-monochorionic (mono-mono) twin pregnancies. He further elaborates on the protocols for each kind, emphasizing the potential for normal vaginal deliveries under specific circumstances. Highly experienced in home birthing, Dr. Stu passionately argues for the demedicalization of childbirth and the importance of informed consent, shedding light on the risks and misconceptions propagated by a system overly reliant on interventions.Key Takeaways:Understanding the differences between di-die mono-di, and mono-mono twins is crucial for managing twin pregnancies.Vaginal births for di-di and mono-di twins can be a safe and viable option when managed by a skilled practitioner.The medical system often operates from a place of fear, potentially leading to unnecessary interventions for twin pregnancies.Home birth with twins, attended by a knowledgeable practitioner, has been shown to have high success rates and can provide a fulfilling experience for the mother.Dr. Stu advocates for the normalization of vaginal breech births, which are often portrayed negatively by mainstream obstetrics despite evidence of their safety when properly handled.Notable Quotes:"The decision of how to give birth does not belong to the medical institution or the physician. It belongs to the informed woman." - Dr. Stu"Nature is formidable but it's not intentionally dangerous." - Dr. Stu"Most twin moms don't have a problem. The problem is the way they're managed in the hospital." - Dr. Stu"Midwives, because they are experts in normal, are so quick to recognize abnormal." - Dr. StuResources:Dr. Stu's website: Birthing InstinctsPodcast: Birthing Instincts podcastDive into the full episode to explore Dr. Stu's patient-centric philosophy of birth, especially regarding twins, and learn how empowerment through knowledge can lead to better birth experiences. Stay tuned for more enlightening content that can transform your understanding of childbirth and the choices surrounding it.

Follow him on instagram @birthinginstinct

His website HERE



Follow me on ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠Tik Tok⁠ and ⁠Youtube⁠


FREE guidebook on natural birth: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download now⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠


Birth Plan: mini class and template: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download now⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠


My all in one course preparation for pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, postpartum, motherhood, baby-led weaning: ⁠⁠Join the community⁠⁠


Homebirth, my website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://yourholisyticmidwife.com.au⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠


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