This week, Dr. Stu and Blyss break down a recent Substack article reviewing large studies comparing planned home birth and hospital birth for low-risk women. The data? Fewer interventions, lower C-section rates, fewer infections, less hemorrhage, and fewer severe tears with planned home birth. But as always, the conversation goes deeper, into absolute vs. relative risk, the infamous cascade of interventions, postpartum trauma, and why hospitals continue doubling down on systems that many families no longer trust. Later in the episode, pelvic health physiotherapist and Fringe medical director Liz Frey joins the podcast for a fascinating discussion on pelvic floor dysfunction, postpartum recovery, menopause, prolapse, incontinence, breathing mechanics, and why so many women are told their symptoms are “normal” when they’re actually treatable. Liz also explains how red light, near-infrared, and blue light therapy may support healing, tissue health, pain relief, intimacy, and recovery through Fringe’s pelvic wand technology. This is a wide-ranging conversation about birth, healing, autonomy, and what happens when women finally start getting the support they actually deserve. About Liz Frey: Liz is a clinic owner and practicing pelvic health physiotherapist. As an orthopaedic and pelvic health physiotherapist, Liz’s practice focuses on helping women navigate pregnancy, menopause, and everything in between. Liz is always keen to explore and integrate evidence-based products into her pelvic health practice. Which led her to become the Women’s Health Medical Director at Fringe - a company that believes in helping people heal naturally. Website: https://fringeheals.com/ Code birthinginstincts10 for 10% off Instagram: @fringeheals Blog: https://fringeheals.com/blogs/blog/tagged/womens-health. Email: hi@fingeheals.com References: Realfoodology Podcast - Why So Many Women End Up With C-Sections: Birth Interventions Explained with Dr. Sara Wickham Instagram Post @drsarawickham https://www.instagram.com/p/DYPHRC0DPqg/?igsh=NmZwMHNpNGxiY2Vx Discussed in This Episode Home birth vs. hospital birth outcomes Relative risk vs. absolute risk in birth statistics Hospital birth culture and liability-driven care Pelvic floor dysfunction after birth Incontinence, prolapse, and pelvic pain Menopause and pelvic health Breathwork and diaphragmatic function Red light and blue light pelvic therapy Pelvic floor physiotherapy explained Why postpartum recovery deserves more attention Podcast Produced by: Raquel Hernandez, Pride and Joy Doula Care This show is supported by LMNT | Got to drinklmnt.com/birthinginstincts to get a free sample pack with any order Christian Hypnobirthing | Go to christianhypnobirthing.com and use the code BI50 for 50% off the first three months of your monthly subscription. Restorative Roots | Go to restorativeroots.com and use code BIRTHINGINSTINCTS to get $20 off Girls Who Know | Go to girlswhoknow.com and use code INSTINCTS for 15% off Caraway Home | Go to Carawayhome.com/instincts for an additional 10% off, or use code INSTINCTS at checkout! Connect with Dr. Stu and Blyss Join our Patreon! patreon.com/birthinginstinctspodcast Instagram: @birthinginstincts/@wovenmoon_ Website: birthinginstincts.com/birthingblyss.com Email: birthinginstinctspodcast@gmail.com Podcast webpage: birthinginstinctspodcast.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands