Healthful Woman Podcast

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  1. "Pain, Pain, Go Away: Epidurals" - with Dr. Zevi Hamburger

    5D AGO

    "Pain, Pain, Go Away: Epidurals" - with Dr. Zevi Hamburger

    Dr. Zevy Hamburger returns to Healthful Woman to explain epidurals: how they work, how they are administered, and the advantages of different types of pain relief during labor and delivery. Plus, he gives an update on his experience at Mt. Sinai Hospital through the Covid-19 crisis.

    43 min
  2. "Mailbag 28: What does the Fox say" - With Dr. Nathan Fox

    FEB 9

    "Mailbag 28: What does the Fox say" - With Dr. Nathan Fox

    In this episode of "What Does the Fox Say?", Dr. Nathan Fox answers questions regarding moderate alcohol use in pregnancy, immune system changes and food safety, fast labor and when to head to the hospital, how to interpret placental pathology findings, and whether first-trimester bleeding always requires an ER visit. Throughout the episode, Dr. Fox emphasizes balancing medical data with real-world decision-making, empowering listeners to understand recommendations and advocate for themselves during pregnancy.

    26 min
  3. "Eating Disorders" - with Dr. Sara Roer Bendheim

    FEB 2

    "Eating Disorders" - with Dr. Sara Roer Bendheim

    Dr. Sarah Roer Bendheim discusses her work with eating disorder patients. In this episode, Dr. Bendheim explains her path to studying psychology, treating eating disorders, counseling parents of children with eating disorders, and more.

    55 min
  4. "CMV in Pregnancy" - with Dr. Shari Gelber

    JAN 26

    "CMV in Pregnancy" - with Dr. Shari Gelber

    In this episode of the Healthful Woman Podcast, Drs. Nathan Fox and Shari Gelber discuss cytomegalovirus (CMV) and its impact on pregnancy. They explain how CMV can affect newborns, the differences between primary infection and reactivation, and the challenges of testing and screening. The conversation also covers potential treatments, vaccine development, and advances in pediatric care that help improve outcomes for babies with CMV.

    30 min
  5. “Shoulder Dystocia” – with Dr. Caroline Friedman

    JAN 19

    “Shoulder Dystocia” – with Dr. Caroline Friedman

    Dr. Caroline Friedman returns to Healthful Woman to discuss shoulder dystocia. Shoulder dystocia occurs when the baby’s shoulders don’t come out within about 60 seconds of their head during delivery. Dr. Friedman and Dr. Fox explain why this happens and what obstetricians do to overcome it.

    31 min
  6. "Does Tylenol in Pregnancy Cause Autism?" - with Emily Oster

    JAN 12

    "Does Tylenol in Pregnancy Cause Autism?" - with Emily Oster

    This episode explores public concerns about using Tylenol during pregnancy and examines the scientific evidence behind claims linking it to autism. Dr. Fox and economist Emily Oster break down why current studies are flawed, how sibling-comparison research offers clearer answers, and why existing high-quality data does not support Tylenol as a cause of autism. They also discuss the real-world consequences of misinformation, such as rising parental guilt, unnecessary fear, and the risks of avoiding needed treatment during pregnancy.

    28 min
  7. "Turn, Turn, Turn: Breech Presentation and External Cephalic Version" - with Dr. Stephanie Melka

    JAN 5

    "Turn, Turn, Turn: Breech Presentation and External Cephalic Version" - with Dr. Stephanie Melka

    Dr. Stephanie Melka returns to Healthful Woman to discuss ECV, a procedure to turn babies who are breech. She and Dr. Fox discuss how this procedure works, complications in breech delivery, C-sections, and more.

    30 min
  8. "Rattled and the Power of the Postpartum Brain" - with author and psychologist Dr. Nicole Pensak, PhD

    12/29/2025

    "Rattled and the Power of the Postpartum Brain" - with author and psychologist Dr. Nicole Pensak, PhD

    In this episode of the Healthful Woman Podcast, Dr. Nikki Pensak joins Dr. Fox to discuss her book, Rattled, and the often-overlooked complexities of postpartum mental health, motherhood, and maternal brain changes. The conversation explores the myths, challenges, and strategies surrounding early parenthood, aiming to help mothers move from merely surviving to truly thriving.

    38 min
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Podcast by Healthful Woman

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  • Creator
    Healthful Woman
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    376
  • Rating
    Clean
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