Podcast Show Notes

Episode Title: Weekend Workshop Recap with Dr. Stu - Vaginal Breech Birth and Birthing Instincts

Episode Overview:

Join your hosts Emma, Lea, and Sophia as they share highlights and insights from their transformative weekend workshop with Dr. Stu of Birthing Instincts. This in-depth workshop focused on vaginal breech birth, the art of supporting physiologic birth, and advanced skills for birth workers.

Topics include:

• Key takeaways from the Birthing Instincts workshop

• Deepening understanding of vaginal breech birth and how to safely support it

• Embracing the principles of physiologic birth

• Advanced techniques for managing breech, twins, and other unique birth scenarios

• Insights on fostering collaboration and confidence in birth work

• How Dr. Stu inspires both parents and birth workers to approach birth with autonomy and skill

This episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the tools and insights birth workers gain from continuing education workshops like this, helping them empower families with confidence and knowledge.

Key Topics Discussed:

1. Vaginal Breech Birth

• The workshop’s focus on safely supporting vaginal breech births, including techniques, when it’s a viable option, and understanding breech as a variation of normal.

2. Physiologic Birth

• Exploring how to support undisturbed, natural birth and why it is key for both breech and cephalic presentations.

3. Advanced Birth Skills

• Techniques for unique scenarios like twins, postdates, and unexpected breech presentations.

4. Collaboration in Birth Work

• How birth workers can build trust and confidence in their teams to honor the birthing family’s preferences while ensuring safety.

5. Dr. Stu’s Wisdom and Inspiration

• The impact of Dr. Stu’s guidance on navigating complex births with skill, respect, and a deep trust in the birthing process.

About Dr. Stu and Birthing Instincts:

Dr. Stuart Fischbein, MD, known as Dr. Stu, is a leading advocate for physiologic birth and one of the few physicians in the U.S. skilled in vaginal breech and twin deliveries. His Birthing Instincts Podcast and workshops equip birth professionals with the tools to support safe, empowering, and informed birth experiences.

• Website: Birthing Instincts

Listen to the Episode:

• Podcast Link: Spotify

• Instagram:

• @sophiabirth

• @bayareahomebirth

• @bornwildmidwifery

Final Thoughts:

This workshop offered Emma, Lea, and Sophia invaluable skills and insights, especially around vaginal breech birth, physiologic birth, and collaboration in the birth space. Dr. Stu’s mentorship continues to inspire birth workers to trust the birthing process while equipping them with the knowledge to handle even the most complex situations.

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