In this mailbag episode of Healthful Woman, Dr. Nathan Fox and Dr. Helen Feltovich answer your top questions. They address questions regarding bilobed placenta, appropriate activity levels for someone with a history of PPROM, whether an MFM doctor is needed following IVF, and more.

On this episode of Healthful Woman, Dr. Nathan Fox speaks with Dr. Helen Feltovich, Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. They discuss the origins of her decision to research preterm birth, her approach to educating patients on this topic, and more.

In this mailbag episode, Dr. Nathan Fox answers some of the top questions sent in from listeners. He addresses questions on the safety of gel manicures during pregnancy, women who are Group B-strep positive during pregnancy, what to ask during a preconception appointment, whether or not you should avoid alcohol while trying to conceive, and more.

In honor of the upcoming book release this week, Emily Oster and Dr. Nathan Fox collaborate on a podcast to discuss "The Unexpected." They discuss what it was like writing the book and what some underlying topics can be found within.

On today's podcast, we welcome back Miriam Goldman to hear part two of her birth story while having cancer. Her story picks up this week to discuss things that were not helpful during her experience and how that has impacted her.

In today's episode of the podcast, we have the privilege of sitting down with Miriam Goldman, whose remarkable journey unfolds as she recounts her experience of giving birth while bravely confronting stage 4 cancer. Join us as we delve into her inspiring narrative, exploring the intersection of hope, strength, and the power of unwavering determination in the most trying of circumstances.

In this mailbag episode, Dr. Nathan Fox answers some of the top questions from our listeners. He addresses questions on the use of nitrous oxide in labor and delivery, non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT), fallopian tube removal, how long you should wait to conceive following a C-section, and more.

Dr. Emily Oster, author of “Expecting Better” and “Cribsheet,” explains what she has learned in her research and writing about pregnancy. She and Dr. Fox discuss common advice and misconceptions regarding pregnancy and data shows what pregnant women should do.

Dr. Stephanie Melka joins us today to debunk some common GYN myths! Dr. Melka's clinical interests include high-risk pregnancies, office gynecologic procedures, and laparoscopic gynecologic surgeries.

On this episode of Healthful Woman, Dr. Fox speaks with Meagan Heaton, co-founder of the VBAC Link and host of "The VBAC Link" Podcast. The VBAC Link offers evidence-based information regarding delivery after a previous cesarean section. After undergoing 2 cesarean sections and a VBAC, Meagan now loves to share her knowledge about the birthing process.

Casey Seiden, MS RD DCES, joins Dr. Fox to discuss gestational diabetes. This complication differs from type 1 or type 2 diabetes in many ways, and is essentially a change in the body’s response to carbs because of hormonal changes during pregnancy. Casey and Dr. Fox discuss what patients should know and how gestational diabetes is treated.

In part 2 of this episode, Dr. Fox continues his conversation with Amelia Gold, Head of the Lower School and the Director of Arts for the Elisabeth Morrow School in Englewood, NJ. She discusses her love of teaching, the importance of helping students cultivate their authentic artistic voice, and more.

Today on Healthful Woman, we are joined by Amelia Gold. Amelia is a Juliard-trained violinist, a master violin teacher, and the head of school and Director of the Arts at the Elizabeth Morrow School in Englewood, New Jersey. Amelia is Dr. Fox's neighbor and close friend and will be talking about the impact of an arts education on the social and emotional health of children.

In this mailbag episode, Dr. Nathan Fox answers some of the top questions from our listeners. He addresses questions on placenta previa, vasovagal fainting response, subchorionic hematoma, fertility, and having a history of preeclampsia.

Dr. Fox welcomes listener Kayla on this episode of Healthful Woman to discuss the birth of her triplets. She tells her story from pregnancy to birth, to how her triplets are doing present day.

Welcome back to Part 2 of covering Prenatal Trauma. In this episode of Healthful Woman, Dr. Nathan Fox meets with one of his former residents, Dr. Katherine Jorda. Dr. Jorda is an OBGYN in Oregon and will be discussing perinatal trauma.

In this episode of Healthful Woman, Dr. Nathan Fox meets with one of his former residents, Dr. Katherine Jorda. Now, she is an attending OBGYN in Oregon and will be discussing perinatal trauma.

In this mailbag episode, Dr. Nathan Fox answers some of the top questions from our listeners. He answers questions regarding how culture influences labor and birth, placental abruption, fetal growth restriction, Group B strep, and taking Zofran in pregnancy.

In this episode of Healthful Woman, Dr. Nathan Fox welcomes listener Stephanie to discuss her experience with preeclampsia during her pregnancy with her son. Stephanie described her pregnancy as "textbook" until she experienced severe swelling, one sign of preeclampsia.

On this Healthful Woman episode, Dr. Fox speaks with Dr. Stephanie Melka to discuss what patients can expect when visiting the gynecologist. They cover an array of topics regarding this subject, as many patients may have questions or hesitations regarding visiting their gynecologist.

On this episode of Healthful Woman, Dr. Nathan Fox is joined by Dr. Stephanie Melka to discuss the ins and outs of PAP smears, which are screening tests for cervical cancer.

On this episode of Healthful Woman, Dr. Nathan Fox speaks with Dr. Olivia Grubman, an obstetrician/gynecologist in New York. She shares her story regarding infertility and the many steps she had to take to experience a successful pregnancy.

On our fifth mailbag episode, Dr. Nathan Fox and Dr. Sam Bender answer some of the top questions from our listeners. They discuss fertility after abortion, IUDs, prolapse, non-hormonal birth control methods, and more!

In this episode of Healthful Woman, Dr. Nathan Fox speaks with Dr. Andrei Rebarber regarding placental abruption. This uncommon yet serious pregnancy complication occurs when the placenta partly or totally separates from the inner wall of the uterus before delivery. This can decrease or block the baby's oxygen and nutrient supply, and cause heavy bleeding in the mother.