#068 Home Birth, Managing Breech Births & The Risks of Cesarean with Dr. Stuart James Fischbein

The Health Babes are joined by community-based obstetrician, Dr. Stuart James Fischbein. He talks about his journey working in hospitals and why he started working with patients in a community-based setting. We talk about the stark differences of having a hospital birth versus home birth. We also unpack some of the flaws in the current healthcare model, the potential risks of getting a cesarean, and the importance of thorough communication and informed consent.  TOPICS: Dr. Stu’s transition from hospital to community based births (01:30) Why pregnancy shouldn’t be regarded as a medical condition (06:56) The flaws in the current healthcare system (20:16) Is home birth the right option for you? (25:45) Why doctors aren’t taught how to deliver breech births? (30:33) The risk of cesareans (39:17) Communication and informed consent (45:07) Encapsulating the placenta (56:21)      MORE FROM THE HEALTH BABES:   Did you know? You have a chance to win 1 of 2 prizes, with a giveaway in every episode! Leave a review to win, and don’t forget to subscribe for future episodes!   Follow Dr. Stu on Instagram @birthinginstincts  Check out his website www.birthinginstincts.com Subscribe to the Birthing Instincts Podcast   Find more from Dr. Becky Campbell and Dr. Krystal Hohn at DrBeckyCampbell.com Consult with us one on one HERE   Follow Dr. Becky and Dr. Krystal on Instagram @drbeckycampbell and @drkrystalhohn, follow the Health Babes Podcast @healthbabespodcast Find us on Facebook, on Pinterest, and on YouTube   Get resources on how best to support your thyroid HERE Wondering if you have histamine intolerance? Take THIS QUIZ and receive a free histamine guide Get answers to your health questions HERE