Healthful Woman Podcast

Healthful Woman
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Healthful Woman Podcast

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  1. "How to choose the right birth control" - with Dr. Stephanie Melka

    1D AGO

    "How to choose the right birth control" - with Dr. Stephanie Melka

    In this episode of the Healthful Woman podcast, Dr. Nathan Fox and Dr. Melka dive into the important topic of contraception, and what to expect during a birth control consultation.They also debunk common myths and review pros and cons of various birth control methods to help you make informed decisions.

    39 min
  2. "Mailbag 20: What does the Fox say" - With Dr. Nathan Fox

    JUL 7

    "Mailbag 20: What does the Fox say" - With Dr. Nathan Fox

    Welcome back to Healthful Woman for a round of "What Does the Fox Say?" with host Dr. Nathan Fox. Today, we cover questions regarding whether there is a correlation between breastfeeding and miscarriage, whether or not a mother being a carrier for cystic fibrosis could have any negative impacts on the baby in the womb, mobility following an epidural, natural variation in gestation length, whether or not someone with half a uterus can deliver vaginally, and maternal CMV infection in the first trimester.

    33 min
  3. "Pregnancy in Women with Pre-Existing Diabetes" - with Dr. Jennifer Lam-Rachlin

    JUN 30

    "Pregnancy in Women with Pre-Existing Diabetes" - with Dr. Jennifer Lam-Rachlin

    Dr. Jennifer Lam-Rachlin returns to Healthful Woman to discuss pre-existing diabetes and pregnancy. She explains the difference between pregestational and gestational diabetes, how a diagnosis is made, and what women with diabetes should know about pregnancy.

    35 min
  4. “Rachel’s Story, Part 2: The Pregnancy After a Loss”

    JUN 23

    “Rachel’s Story, Part 2: The Pregnancy After a Loss”

    In part 2 of this Healthful Woman Podcast episode, Rachel and Dr. Fox reflect on Rachel’s emotionally challenging but medically smooth pregnancy following a prior loss. At 36 weeks, she went into labor naturally, delivering a healthy baby boy quickly and without an epidural. Looking ahead, Rachel feels reassured by this experience but knows she’ll still carry some anxiety into future pregnancies.

    29 min
  5. “Rachel’s Story, Part 1: Losing a Pregnancy from TTTS”

    JUN 16

    “Rachel’s Story, Part 1: Losing a Pregnancy from TTTS”

    In part 1 of this Healthful Woman Podcast episode, Rachel shares her emotional experience with twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) and the impossible choices she faced to try to save her babies. With guidance from her doctors, religious leaders, and loved ones, she ultimately underwent a radiofrequency ablation (RFA) to give one twin the best chance at survival. Rachel reflects on the trauma, the grief, and the strength it took to move forward during one of the most difficult times of her life.

    54 min
  6. Mailbag 19: What does the Fox say" - with Dr. Nathan Fox

    JUN 9

    Mailbag 19: What does the Fox say" - with Dr. Nathan Fox

    Welcome back to Healthful Woman for a round of "What Does the Fox Say?" with host Dr. Nathan Fox. Today, we cover questions regarding fetal kidney health, epidurals, abdominal pain in pregnancy, choosing a practice nearby vs. farther away, and IVF pregnancies.

    37 min
  7. "Mental Health in Pregnancy: We Need to Talk About It!" - with Dr. Shari Lusskin

    JUN 2

    "Mental Health in Pregnancy: We Need to Talk About It!" - with Dr. Shari Lusskin

    Dr. Shari Lusskin joins Dr. Fox to discuss Reproductive Psychiatry, or psychiatric treatment for women during pregnancy. In this episode, they review topics including treatment options, when medication can be used, and research into psychiatric treatment for pregnant women.

    1 hr
  8. “Preparing for Your Postpartum Visit” – with Dr. Stephanie Melka

    MAY 26

    “Preparing for Your Postpartum Visit” – with Dr. Stephanie Melka

    In this episode of Healthful Woman, Dr. Nathan Fox and Dr. Melka discuss the importance of the postpartum visit, which typically occurs around six weeks after delivery. They explain the purpose of the visit, and address topics like exercise, sexual activity, and birth control.They also highlight the value of clear communication and patient education to ensure that women are prepared and know what to expect as they transition back to normal life after childbirth.

    31 min
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  • Creator
    Healthful Woman
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    343
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