This episode marks a powerful turning point - personally, professionally, and physically. Welcome to the first official episode of the FERN Rising Podcast, formerly The Dr. Ashley Burton Podcast.

In this Week 13 pregnancy update, I share the emotional moment of buying baby clothes, how having Derrek home has reignited my motivation to move again, and what it feels like to finally start feeling like myself again. We talk honestly about food aversions, smell sensitivity, and my genetic testing experience as I move deeper into the second trimester.

In the clinical portion of the episode, I dive into two powerful conversations from practice:

• What scoliosis actually is, how it develops, and two real patient cases from the clinic
• And the deeper truth behind patients with back or knee pain and obesity - why many are not losing weight yet, and how pain, nervous system regulation, and the inability to self-pilot behavior change all intersect

This episode weaves together pregnancy, posture, pain, identity, and empowerment - through the lens of both lived experience and clinical practice.

A new chapter begins here.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health or treatment plan. The opinions expressed are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of their employers or associated organizations.