This blog post is based on a Healthful Woman podcast episode titled Mailbag #10: With Dr. Helen Feltovich, in which Dr. Nathan Fox and Dr. Helen Feltovich, both Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialists, address questions regarding bilobed placenta, appropriate activity levels for someone with a history of PPROM, whether an MFM doctor is needed following IVF,
Posts Categorized / Pregnancy Complications
“Perinatal Trauma, Part 2” – with Dr. Katherine Jorda
In Part 2 of the Healthful Woman podcast on perinatal trauma, Dr. Nathan Fox and Dr. Katherine Jorda discuss the emotional and psychological challenges that can arise during childbirth. The episode shares how both patients and healthcare professionals can work together to reduce the risk of trauma, improve the birth experience, and provide the right
“Perinatal Trauma, Part 1” – with Dr. Katherine Jorda
In a recent episode of the Healthful Woman podcast Dr. Nathan Fox meets with one of his former residents, Dr. Katherine Jorda where they discuss perinatal trauma and how it can impact women during pregnancy and childbirth. This episode highlights the causes and effects of trauma during birth, emphasizing the need for trauma-informed care to
Understanding Placental Abruption with Dr. Andrei Rebarber
In a recent episode of the Healthful Woman podcast, host Dr. Nathan Fox spoke with Dr. Andrei Rebarber about placental abruption, a rare but serious pregnancy complication. The discussion focused on the causes, symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options for this condition. Learn more about placental abruption, risk factors, treatment options, and management. Healthful Woman
Umbilical Cord Issues in Pregnancy – Insight from Dr. Simi Gupta
The umbilical cord is the lifeline connecting the baby to the placenta during pregnancy allowing for the transfer of nutrients, oxygen, and waste products. In a recent episode of the “Healthful Woman” podcast, Dr. Simi Gupta, an expert in maternal-fetal medicine, joined Dr. Nathan Fox to discuss common umbilical cord issues that can be detected
An Insightful Evening at the PROM with Dr. Caroline Friedman
Understanding and Managing Premature Rupture of the Membranes In a recent episode of the Healthful Woman podcast, “Going to the PROM with Dr. Caroline Friedman,” Dr. Caroline Friedman joins Dr. Nathan Fox to discuss a critical topic in pregnancy: premature rupture of membranes (PROM). This condition occurs when the membranes surrounding the baby rupture, or