What really happens during the “cascade of interventions” in modern childbirth?

In this eye-opening conversation, I sit down with Dr. Stu Fishbein to discuss how routine hospital procedures can quickly escalate into unnecessary medical interventions during labor and delivery. We explore the growing concerns around obstetric abuse, informed consent, induction culture, epidurals, fetal monitoring, and the rising C-section rate in America.

Dr. Stu shares decades of experience attending both hospital and home births and explains why many women are seeking alternatives to the traditional medicalized birth model.

Topics we cover include:

What the cascade of interventions actually means
How inductions often lead to more interventions
The emotional and physical impact of obstetric abuse
Hospital birth culture vs physiological birth
Why home birth is growing in popularity
Informed consent and maternal autonomy
The role of fear in modern obstetrics
How women can advocate for themselves during labor

Whether you’re pregnant, a birth worker, or simply interested in maternal health, this conversation challenges mainstream assumptions about childbirth and empowers women to make informed decisions.

Enjoy this replay episode! I will be sitting in a small kiddie pool, enjoying uninterrupted family time, drinking a fruity drink, praising God for America and the freedom that isn't free. HAVE A SAFE MEMORIAL WEEK!

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