Healthful Woman Podcast

This episode explores public concerns about using Tylenol during pregnancy and examines the scientific evidence behind claims linking it to autism. Dr. Fox and economist Emily Oster break down why current studies are flawed, how sibling-comparison research offers clearer answers, and why existing high-quality data does not support Tylenol as a cause of autism. They also discuss the real-world consequences of misinformation, such as rising parental guilt, unnecessary fear, and the risks of avoiding needed treatment during pregnancy.

Dr. Stephanie Melka returns to Healthful Woman to discuss ECV, a procedure to turn babies who are breech. She and Dr. Fox discuss how this procedure works, complications in breech delivery, C-sections, and more.

In this episode of the Healthful Woman Podcast, Dr. Nikki Pensak joins Dr. Fox to discuss her book, Rattled, and the often-overlooked complexities of postpartum mental health, motherhood, and maternal brain changes. The conversation explores the myths, challenges, and strategies surrounding early parenthood, aiming to help mothers move from merely surviving to truly thriving.

In this episode, Dr. Fox and Dr. Kostant discuss the preconception visit, when a patient and her OB/GYN discuss conception and early pregnancy. They explain when patients should start thinking about preconception and the topics covered during that appointment, including vitamins, vaccinations, carrier screenings, IVF, and more.

In this episode of "What Does the Fox Say?", Dr. Fox answers listeners’ top questions about pregnancy and childbirth, from why some labors are easier than others to how C-section timing affects future pregnancies. He breaks down the science behind labor outcomes, uterine rupture risk, and preterm birth prevention, offering clear, evidence-based insights for expectant and future moms alike.