Podcast Show Notes

Episode Title: Dr. Thea Rabb - Birth Stories and Naturopathic Wisdom

Episode Overview:

Join your hosts Sophia and Clover as they interview Dr. Thea Rabb, a passionate Naturopathic Doctor who believes in the innate healing power of the body. In this episode, Dr. Rabb shares her three unique birth stories and reflects on how these experiences have shaped her personal and professional life.

Topics include:

• Breech presentations and navigating birth choices

• The emotional journey of miscarriages and newborn death

• Breastfeeding challenges and addressing tongue ties

• Coping with morning sickness and other pregnancy-related hurdles

• Parenting a child with Down syndrome

• Choosing and navigating a Cesarean birth and a VBAC

• How her philosophy as a Naturopathic Doctor aligns with her approach to motherhood

This heartfelt conversation weaves together birth, healing, and resilience, offering hope and insight for families navigating their own journeys.

Key Topics Discussed:

1. Dr. Rabb’s Birth Stories

• Three very different experiences, from cesarean to VBAC, and the lessons each one brought.

2. Naturopathic Medicine Philosophy

• Thea’s belief in the body’s innate healing ability and how she integrates this philosophy into patient care and parenting.

3. Navigating Challenges in Pregnancy and Birth

• From breech to tongue tie, Dr. Rabb shares how she worked through challenges with both natural and medical support.

4. Miscarriages and Newborn Death

• A candid discussion on grief, resilience, and finding healing through these painful experiences.

5. Parenting a Child with Down Syndrome

• Insights into raising a child with Down syndrome and advocating for their health and well-being.

6. Supporting Postpartum Health

• Tips on optimizing postpartum recovery with naturopathic principles.

About Dr. Thea Rabb:

Dr. Thea Rabb is a Naturopathic Doctor dedicated to supporting the body’s natural healing processes. With a philosophy grounded in the belief that “Nature cures what nature made,” she works to uncover the root causes of illness and provide remedies that restore vitality naturally. Dr. Rabb sees it as her life’s passion to guide patients of all ages toward better health.

• Email: [email protected]

• Phone: 559-970-1055

• Instagram: @thevisnaturalmedicine

• YouTube: Dr. Rabb - Medicine from the Kitchen

Listen to the Episode:

• Podcast Link: Spotify

• Instagram:

• @sophiabirth

• @bayareahomebirth

• @bornwildmidwifery

Final Thoughts:

Dr. Thea Rabb’s story is an inspiring example of resilience and healing, both as a mother and a healthcare provider. Her commitment to natural healing and empowering her patients is a reminder of the body’s incredible capacity to heal when supported with care and intention.

Stay Wild 🌳