Dr Stuart Fischebein
For over three decades, Dr. Stuart Fischbein has been a steadfast advocate for maternal autonomy and the sanctity of natural birth, challenging conventional obstetric practices to honor the innate wisdom of women's bodies. Board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist in 1989, member of ACOG and co-author of "Fearless Pregnancy: Wisdom & Reassurance from a Doctor, a Midwife, and a Mom" and multiple peer-reviewed papers on breech and twin birthing, Dr. Fischbein has dedicated his career to empowering women with informed choices and preserving traditional birthing practices.
Why Dr. Stuart Fischbein is a Leading Voice in the MAHA Movement
Pioneer of Integrative Birth Practices – Dr. Fischbein's unique approach blends the medical model with the midwifery model of care, supporting home births and collaborating closely with midwives to provide comprehensive, personalized care.
Advocate for Informed Consent – He is a vocal proponent of patient autonomy, ensuring that women are fully informed and actively involved in their birthing decisions, fostering trust and respect in the birthing process.
Educator and Mentor – Through his teachings, writings, and the "Birthing Instincts" podcast, Dr. Fischbein educates both healthcare professionals and expectant families on the importance of preserving natural birth practices and understanding the physiology of childbirth.
Host of the 'Birthing Instincts' Podcast – Dr. Fischbein is the host of the "Birthing Instincts" podcast, where he shares over 30 years of experience supporting natural, undisturbed birth. Each week, he discusses recent births, the latest research, traditional healing methods, and instinctual birth practices, all infused with wisdom and humor. This podcast serves as a powerful resource for those seeking to understand and embrace natural birthing processes.
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Preserver of Traditional Skills – Recognizing the decline in practitioners skilled in breech and twin vaginal births, he dedicates himself to reteaching these essential techniques, ensuring that such options remain available to women who desire them.
Reclaiming Birth as a Natural and Empowering Experience
Dr. Fischbein’s unwavering commitment to challenging the over-medicalization of childbirth aligns seamlessly with the MAHA Movement's mission to restore health and autonomy to families. His work exemplifies the belief that birth is a natural, instinctual process—one that, when respected and supported, leads to healthier outcomes for mothers and babies alike.
In a system that often prioritizes protocol over people, Dr. Fischbein stands as a beacon of compassionate, individualized care, inspiring a return to birthing practices that honor both the mother and the miracle of birth.
🔥 Birth belongs to women, not institutions. And with Dr. Fischbein leading the way, we are taking it back.
“Reclaiming Birth as a Natural and Empowering Experience
Dr. Fischbein’s unwavering commitment to challenging the over-medicalization of childbirth aligns seamlessly with the MAHA Movement’s mission to restore health and autonomy to families. His work exemplifies the belief that birth is a natural, instinctual process—one that, when respected and supported, leads to healthier outcomes for mothers and babies alike.
In a system that often prioritizes protocol over people, Dr. Fischbein stands as a beacon of compassionate, individualized care, inspiring a return to birthing practices that honor both the mother and the miracle of birth.
Birth belongs to women, not institutions. And with Dr. Fischbein leading the way, we are taking it back.”