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Dr. Stephanie Lam returns for an episode on contraception. In this episode, she explains the discussions that gynecologists have with patients on contraception, including choosing the right type of birth control, the symptoms that contraception can alleviate, and protection against STDs.

In this "Mailbag" episode of Healthful Woman Podcast, Dr. Nathan Fox tackles a wide range of listener questions, covering topics from the mechanics of twin vaginal delivery to fetal heart arrhythmias and the genetics of balanced translocations. He also addresses the significance of fetal fraction results in prenatal screening and what they may indicate about placental health. The episode wraps up with a thorough discussion on the safety of multiple C-sections, offering a nuanced, non-judgmental perspective on how risk should be evaluated on an individual basis rather than by a fixed number of procedures.

What are parents most worried about in the first few days of their baby’s life? What’s normal in the first few days? What should you actually call your doctor about? Pediatrician Dr. Tracey Agnese joins Healthful Woman to answer some of these common questions about a baby’s first few days of life.

Dr. Tracey Agnese, a pediatrician, joins the podcast to discuss newborn evaluations and what pediatricians look out for in a baby’s first appointments. Plus, she and Dr. Fox discuss her Youtube channel and Instagram account, @babydocmama, which she started to answer common questions from new parents.

In this episode of the Healthful Woman Podcast, Dr. Nathan Fox speaks with Shayna Safran, a survivor of severe hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) and founder of Shifrah, a nonprofit supporting women with this debilitating condition. Shayna shares her personal journey through multiple HG pregnancies, the life-changing discovery of vitamin deficiencies, and how these experiences inspired her to create educational resources, peer support programs, and guidance for both patients and healthcare providers. Together, they discuss Shifrah’s mission to improve outcomes, raise awareness, and empower women to advocate for safe, effective care during HG pregnancies.

In this 30th “Mailbag” episode of the Healthful Woman podcast, Dr. Nathan Fox answers listener questions on a range of women’s health topics, including the safety of teeth whitening during pregnancy, options for vaginal birth after multiple C-sections, and strategies to reduce the risk of recurrent intrauterine growth restriction. He also discusses the nuances of prenatal genetic screening.

In this episode of the Healthful Woman Podcast, Dr. Nathan Fox sits down with Dr. Tracy Scheller, an OB-GYN and fellowship-trained integrative medicine physician, to explore how nutrition, stress management, mindfulness, and lifestyle changes play a critical role in women’s overall health. Dr. Scheller shares her professional journey from traditional obstetrics and gynecology to integrative medicine, explaining how evidence-based complementary therapies can work alongside conventional care to address chronic conditions, mental health, and long-term wellness. Together, they discuss who benefits most from integrative medicine, how it differs from functional medicine, and why patient partnership, mindset, and sustainable habits are central to meaningful healing.

In Part Two of our previous episode, Dr. Marla Baum expands her discussion on neuropsychological testing for children. She and Dr. Fox discuss when a child should be tested, stigma in learning disabilities, accommodations for children who struggle, and more.

Dr. Marla Baum, a child neuropsychologist, explains her process of helping children who are having difficulty learning or in school. In this episode, she reviews testing and development of treatment plans for kids. Plus, she and Dr. Fox briefly review the emotional regulation issues, fear, and anxiety that kids are suffering through COVID-19 and what parents can do to help.

In this episode of "What Does the Fox Say?", Dr. Nathan Fox answers questions regarding moderate alcohol use in pregnancy, immune system changes and food safety, fast labor and when to head to the hospital, how to interpret placental pathology findings, and whether first-trimester bleeding always requires an ER visit. Throughout the episode, Dr. Fox emphasizes balancing medical data with real-world decision-making, empowering listeners to understand recommendations and advocate for themselves during pregnancy.