Blyss and Stu discuss a wide range of topics affecting maternity and healthcare, from home births and their underestimated safety to the new regulations threatening the role of doulas. They critique flawed studies, including the infamous Wax paper, and highlight a recent ruling by the European Court of Justice holding doctors accountable for administering COVID-19 vaccines without proper prescriptions. They also address the ethical dilemmas faced by healthcare professionals, and underscore the importance of storytelling in preserving factual information about birth practices. The episode concludes with a listener letter, reinforcing the need for informed, compassionate care in maternity services. Resources Planned Home Birth - Marty Makary’s Blind Spot Article: FOIA Reveals Troubling Relationship between HHS/CDC & the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Pregnancy and Prenatal Vaccines European Court of Justice - doctors will be solely responsible for the consequences of covid injections - Europe Reloaded AJOG Study: Accuracy of antenatal ultrasound in predicting large-for-gestational-age babies: population-based cohort study Join The Birthing Instincts Patreon at patreon.com/birthinginstinctspodcast In This Episode Home Birth Safety and Medical Studies Legal Accountability for COVID Vaccinations Montana's Doula Regulation Controversy Ultrasound Accuracy in Predicting Large Babies Vaccine Information and Misinformation A Listener's Personal Birth Story and Experiences Building Community in Patreon This show is supported by WeNatal | Go to WeNatal.com/Birthinginstincts for a free magnesium with any subscription order. BIRTHFIT | Go to birthfit.com and use the code INSTINCTS for 20% off any fitness program. Pique Life| Go to https://piquelife.com/birthing to get 10% off for life on Pique's Herbal Teas! Restorative Roots | Go to https://restorativemeals.com/ code BIRTHINGINSTINCTS for 10% off pantry items. Connect with Dr. Stu and Blyss Join our Patreon! patreon.com/birthinginstinctspodcast Instagram: @birthinginstincts/@birthingblyss Website: birthinginstincts.com/birthingblyss.com Email:
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