Born Free Method: The Podcast

Jennifer Lang is a medical doctor specializing in obstetrics and gynecology. Alongside her professional expertise, she is a mother to three children aged 14, 13, and 11. Jennifer's debut book, titled "The Whole 9 Months: A Week-by-Week Pregnancy Guide with Recipes for a Healthy Start," was driven by her strong belief in the transformative power of food during pregnancy. She firmly advocates for adopting healthy eating habits during this crucial time to establish a lifelong foundation of well-being for children. Jennifer's aim is to inspire expectant mothers and their families to approach pregnancy with heightened mindfulness and a commitment to self-care. She emphasizes the role parents play as influential figures for their little ones, acknowledging that the journey towards nutritious dietary choices commences even before birth.As Jennifer's own children grow, she has increasingly recognized the paramount importance of providing them with the necessary knowledge to develop a positive and healthy relationship with their bodies, as well as with others. Motivated by this realization, she penned her latest book, "Consent: Every Teen's Guide to Healthy Sexuality." Jennifer perceives a lack of accessible resources that address comprehensive sexual education while centering on the essential aspect of every sexual interaction, consent. She believes that teaching teenagers about the significance of mutual, active, affirmative, and enthusiastic consent is pivotal as they embark on their path of self-discovery and transition into young adulthood.Visit the show notes for more.Learn More & Connect with Jennifer:InstagramFacebookTwitterBooks by Jennifer Lang, MD:Consent: The New Rules of Sex Education: Every Teen's Guide to Healthy Sexual RelationshipsThe Whole 9 Months: A Week-By-Week Pregnancy Nutrition Guide with Recipes for a Healthy Start⁠This episode was made possible by:AHCC - code BELOVED10 for 10% off on Immune Intel⁠⁠BIRTHFIT⁠ - code BELOVED to get one month FREE in their B! Community!⁠BiOptimizers⁠ - code BELOVED for 10% off the only sleep aid you'll ever need!FullWell⁠ - code BELOVED10 for 10% off the best prenatal vitamins and men's virility vitamins on the planet!⁠Organifi⁠ - code BELOVED for 20% off their Glow blend!Connect with me:InstagramTikTok Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe

Dr. James Thorp is a 68-year-old OB/GYN specialist in maternal-fetal medicine from Florida. With over 42 years of experience, he has seen 6,000 to 7,000 high-risk pregnant patients annually. Since the COVID-19 vaccine rollout, he has observed a significant rise in fetal deaths and miscarriages among his patients. However, it's hard to know the full extent of these adverse effects due to gag orders imposed on physicians and nurses since September 2021. Despite risking his career, Dr. Thorp is speaking out about what he's seeing in his practice and the information available in Pfizer's documents and the VAERS database. In his opinion, the mRNA vaccines aren't safe for pregnant women and their fetuses.As an accredited OB/GYN, Dr. James underwent intensive research during his three years of subspecialty training, which has given him a wealth of knowledge and expertise in counseling patients. He graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1979 with a health profession scholarship and was commissioned as an officer in the US Air Force. Despite the risk of being relegated to a low-tier military residency program, he was fortunate to have a mentor in Ign Phillip Seis and his impressive credentials are a testament to his dedication to his profession.Visit the show notes for more.(Video with James' slides was removed from Youtube, but you can now find it here on Rumble!)Learn More & Connect with James: TwitterSponsorship made possible by:⁠BIRTHFIT⁠ - code BELOVED to get one month FREE in their B! Community!⁠BiOptimizers⁠ - code BELOVED for 10% off the only sleep aid you'll ever need!FullWell⁠ - code BELOVED10 for 10% off the best prenatal vitamins and men's virility vitamins on the planet!⁠Organifi⁠ - code BELOVED for 20% off their Glow blend!⁠Rosemary Meran, CIHt⁠ - Soul Connections offers one-on-one sessions (virtually or in-person) that support deep transformation and bonding between mothers and their unborn babies.Connect with me:InstagramTikTokBeloved Holistics ShopMedical Disclaimer: The Holistic OBGYN Podcast is an educational program. No information conveyed through this podcast should be construed as medical advice. These conversations are available to the public for educational and entertainment purposes only.Music provided by EdvardGaresPremium / Pond5--- Send me a voice message. Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe

A good friend came to Louisville for a medicine journey using a sacrament provided by my own sweat and tears. This journey was unlike others and left me broken to pieces. My reflections on this journey have kept me very thoughtful around where I invest my time and to what ends...Enjoy this short, vulnerable share from the good doctor. Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe

Nicole Heidbreder deeply appreciates the beauty and intricacy involved in the processes of birth and death. She acknowledges that childbirth is a holistic experience involving physical, spiritual, and emotional aspects for both the mother and the newborn as a new life is welcomed. She believes that the commonly held belief that a healthy baby and mother signify a successful birth is an oversimplification and can be detrimental to the birthing experience. She believes that the commonly held belief that a healthy baby and mother signify a successful birth is an oversimplification and can be detrimental to the birthing experience. She also understands that a good death is not merely about being free from pain, but rather about valuing the transition from this world to the next. Nicole's business, Graceful Fusion, works towards training and empowering compassionate doulas who deeply appreciate all stages of life. Through education, support, and community outreach, her doulas strive to offer dignity, professionalism, and respect during life's most significant transitions, whether it is the beginning of a new life or the end of one. She has an intertwined relationship between her personal and professional life. In her early twenties, she was curious about exploring her sexuality and the concept of death. Visit the show notes for more.Learn More & Connect with Nicole:WebsiteInstagramFacebookThis episode was made possible by:AHCC - code BELOVED10 for 10% off on Immune Intel⁠⁠BiOptimizers⁠ - code BELOVED for 10% off the only sleep aid you'll ever need!⁠FullWell⁠ - code BELOVED10 for 10% off the best prenatal vitamins and men's virility vitamins on the planet!⁠Organifi⁠ - code BELOVED for 20% off their Glow blend!Connect with me:InstagramTikTokBeloved Holistics ShopMedical Disclaimer: The Holistic OBGYN Podcast is an educational program. No information conveyed through this podcast should be construed as medical advice. These conversations are available to the public for educational and entertainment purposes only.Music provided by EdvardGaresPremium / Pond5Send me a voice message. Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe

Elena Tonetti-Vladimirova founded Birth Into Being, an international organization dedicated to conscious evolution and creating a thriving social structure based on love, compassion, and common sense. Elena is a speaker, filmmaker, and author who uses multimedia to share her message. She gained expertise in alternative birth practices, business management seminars, and citizen diplomacy during the 80s in Russia. After a life-changing move to the US in 1989, Elena created Birth Into Being and has since led 20 Birth Into Being Method workshops and trained over 200 facilitators in 22 countries. She is retiring from leading workshops to focus on conscious creation and new projects.Elena sees the arrival of a new human being popping out of non-existence into our three-dimensional reality as phenomenal. With the probability of any one of us being born is one to 400 trillion, the whole process of conception, development, and delivery is nothing short of miraculous. The main mistake of our civilization is treating the arrival of a new human being as just another event. Visit the show notes for more.Learn More & Connect with Elena Tonetti:WebsiteInstagramFacebookYoutubePurchase Elena’s FilmThis episode was made possible by:⁠FullWell⁠ - code BELOVED10 for 10% off the best prenatal vitamins and men's virility vitamins on the planet!⁠BiOptimizers⁠ - code BELOVED for 10% off the only sleep aid you'll ever need!⁠Organifi⁠ - code BELOVED for 20% off their Glow blend!⁠Rosemary Meran, CIHt⁠ - Soul Connections offers one-on-one sessions (virtually or in-person) that support deep transformation and bonding between mothers and their unborn babies.Connect with me:InstagramTikTokBeloved Holistics ShopMedical Disclaimer: The Holistic OBGYN Podcast is an educational program. No information conveyed through this podcast should be construed as medical advice. These conversations are available to the public for educational and entertainment purposes only.Music provided by EdvardGaresPremium / Pond5--- Send me a voice message. Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe

Paul Chek is a highly accomplished expert in the fields of corrective and high-performance exercise kinesiology, stress management, holistic wellness, and more. Over his impressive 30-year career, he has helped numerous clients and students improve their lives through his unique, integrated approach to treatment and education. Paul's success lies in treating the body as a whole system and finding the root cause of a problem, rather than relying on traditional approaches that often fall short. He is the founder of the CHEK Institute and the PPS Success Mastery Coaching Program, has published several books and articles, and holds multiple certifications and patents. Paul is a sought-after international speaker and consultant, as well as a strong believer in practical training, which has led him to develop several advanced-level training programs.Paul's lack of a supportive father figure during his childhood led to difficulties forming close relationships with men and a lack of understanding of fatherhood. His stepfather's lack of empathy and compassion worsened the situation. Seeking answers and guidance, he turned to spirituality and training, learning to work with his unconscious mind and paving the way for personal growth and healing. Today, he brings this sensibility and sensitivity into his coaching and all aspects of his life.Visit the show notes for more.Learn More & Connect with Paul Chek:WebsiteBlogPodcastInstagram: @CHEKINSTITUTE and @PAUL.CHEKThis episode was made possible by:⁠FullWell⁠ - code BELOVED10 for 10% off the best prenatal vitamins and men's virility vitamins on the planet!⁠BIRTHFIT⁠ - code BELOVED to get one month FREE in their B! Community!⁠BiOptimizers⁠ - code BELOVED for 10% off the only sleep aid you'll ever need!⁠Organifi⁠ - code BELOVED for 20% off their Glow blend!⁠Rosemary Meran, CIHt⁠ - Soul Connections offers one-on-one sessions (virtually or in-person) that support deep transformation and bonding between mothers and their unborn babies.Terra & Co. - code BELOVED15 scores you 15% off my favorite hydroxyapatite toothpasteConnect with me:InstagramTikTokBeloved Holistics ShopMedical Disclaimer: The Holistic OBGYN Podcast is an educational program. No information conveyed through this podcast should... Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe

Mike is an internationally sought-after presenter in human performance, with expertise in strength and conditioning from his years of competing at an elite level in powerlifting and kettlebell sport. He focuses on creating programs for athletes and fitness professionals integrating body, mind, and spirit for long-term high performance. He has served as a Division 1 strength and conditioning coach and is the former world champion in kettle sport lifting. Lauren, a nutritionist and CHEK practitioner, grew up in an organic household and takes a holistic approach to coaching, integrating mind, body, and soul. The couple recently welcomed their first child, Luca, with the help of Dr. Riley.Mike, Nathan, and Lauren discuss their experiences of parenthood in a special podcast episode. Lauren, who is in her third trimester, shares how becoming a parent has transformed her from being a holistic health coach and chef, while Mike, who was primarily focused on athletics performance and coaching, and men's work, feels that parenthood has expanded and humbled him beyond words.Visit the show notes for more.Learn More & Connect with Mike and Lauren Salemi:WebsitePodcastInstagramYoutubeLauren Salemi (Nutritionist, CHEK Practitioner)InstagramThis episode was made possible by:⁠FullWell⁠ - code BELOVED10 for 10% off the best prenatal vitamins and men's virility vitamins on the planet!⁠BIRTHFIT⁠ - code BELOVED to get one month FREE in their B! Community!⁠BiOptimizers⁠ - code BELOVED for 10% off the only sleep aid you'll ever need!⁠Organifi⁠ - code BELOVED for 20% off their Glow blend!⁠Rosemary Meran, CIHt⁠ - Soul Connections offers one-on-one sessions (virtually or in-person) that support deep transformation and bonding between mothers and their unborn babies.Connect with me:InstagramTikTokBeloved Holistics ShopMedical Disclaimer: The Holistic OBGYN Podcast is an educational program. No information conveyed through this podcast should be construed as medical advice. These conversations are available to the public for educational and entertainment purposes only.Music provided by EdvardGaresPremium / Pond5--- Send me a Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe

Jennifer Summerfeldt runs a therapy practice called Therapy for Moms in Canada, with a team of therapists specializing in perinatal mental health in particular, zeroing in on “birth trauma.” Jennifer is passionate about working with moms who've experienced traumatic, highly challenging, or disappointing births. When Jennifer was pregnant with her first child 23 years ago, she was an athlete in grad school for sports psychology. She had an excellent grasp on preparing for a big day, with a checklist, working her mind to get it ready for peak performance. Setting everything up based on the limited amount of info she had. Like many parents and partners, she knew nothing about the culture of birth, medicalized childbirth, or home birth. Visit the show notes for more.Learn More & Connect with Hermine Hayes:Therapy for MomsInstagramFree Webinar: 10 Blind Spots You Don't Want to Miss as a Pernatal TherapistThis episode was made possible by:⁠FullWell⁠ - code BELOVED10 for 10% off the best prenatal vitamins and men's virility vitamins on the planet!⁠BIRTHFIT⁠ - code BELOVED to get one month FREE in their B! Community!⁠BiOptimizers⁠ - code BELOVED for 10% off the only sleep aid you'll ever need!⁠Organifi⁠ - code BELOVED for 20% off their Glow blend!Immune Intel AHCC - code BELOVED10 for 10% offConnect with me:InstagramTikTokBeloved Holistics ShopMedical Disclaimer: The Holistic OBGYN Podcast is an educational program. No information conveyed through this podcast should be construed as medical advice. These conversations are available to the public for educational and entertainment purposes only.Music provided by EdvardGaresPremium / Pond5--- Send me a voice message. Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe

Hermine discusses the tragic incident where the baby died during the home birth and the aftermath that the family and their midwife faced. Hermine argues that home births are treated as a normal healthcare choice in many countries, but in the United States, doctors have the power to make that choice questionable. In this case, the baby did not survive and the doctors called the police on the parents upon arrival at the hospital. The family and their midwife were interrogated and had their homes raided, causing them to go through a traumatic experience. Hermine highlights the double standard between the treatment of home birth midwives versus obstetricians and calls for more integration of home births into the healthcare system.Visit the show notes for more.Learn More & Connect with Hermine Hayes:WebsiteLinkedinIn this episode:[5:00] Women will choose to give birth where they feel safest, regardless of the law.In states where out-of-hospital births are not regulated, they continue to occur.Out-of-hospital birth underground does not change the choice.[14:00] Birthing women have the right to make decisions about their care.Respecting these rights is crucial to avoid coercion and ensure patient autonomy.They have the right to refuse offers of treatment, including cesarean surgery.[23:00] The standard of care for a lay midwife differs from that of an ob-gyn or nurse midwife.Negligent child abuse resulting in death is a specific charge with a legal definition.The term "negligent" can have different meanings in different contexts.[32:00] Even when something doesn't feel right, it can impact women’s ability to make informed decisions.The state may be working to make hospital births the only option, punishing midwives.Informed consent in maternity care has been distorted.[41:00] Women are conditioned to be agreeable, which affects their decision-making process during vulnerable times like childbirth.Detaching from this conditioning can be challenging, but important to do so.Empathy is a valuable trait, and not be taken advantage of in medical situations. [50:00] Medicine, especially in obstetrics, is a privilege that must be approached with respect and empathy.Healthcare providers must examine their actions toward their patients to ensure they are not violating their rights.Healthcare providers should create a culture of informed consent and respect for patients' bodily autonomy.This episode was made possible by:FullWell - code BELOVED10 for 10% off the best prenatal vitamins and men's virility vitamins on the planet!BIRTHFIT - code BELOVED to get one month FREE in their B! Community!BiOptimizers - code BELOVED for 10% off the only sleep aid you'll ever need! Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe

Sara Rosser, CPM, farm midwife, dear friend, incredible mother and wife...and badass birthkeeper is on the show! We are going to give you all the details on our upcoming Born Free Method course!We have both always been dissatisfied with the conventional maternity model but ALSO the available childbirth education courses...so we decided to build our own.We started with risks, benefits, alternatives to every intervention under the sun (including vaccines, ultrasound, vitamin K, TOLAC...everything), then we felt compelled to include radical responsibility, bioethics, and informed consent, then we felt the course needed a history of midwifery and women healers...and that still wasn't enough. We added lifestyle medicine and health optimization, detoxification, a whole unit for dads, a whole unit on cannabis, psychedelics, and other drug use. We then added in all of the typical attributes of childbirth education, such as coping, breathing, connecting to the baby...sprinkled in some exercises, meditations, and a bunch of other incredible resources, and BAM! The Born Free Method emerged!The course is self-guided, and it'll take you 8 weeks to complete. Purchase includes 12 months of weekly calls with me and Sara so that you feel completely supported in your pregnancy and postpartum transition.The waitlist closes in a week or so, so go jump on and book a call with us if you're interested: www.bornfreemethod.com .This is the lowest cost that you'll ever be able to buy the course, and you get lifetime access. It's for pregnant people, their spouses, and birthworkers...let's fucking go! Get full access to Born Free Method: The Podcast at nathanrileyobgyn.substack.com/subscribe