Topic: Birthing Instincts

Dr. Wakefield shares a personal anecdote about his ex-wife using a "sixth sense" to save their daughter from drowning, illustrating the visceral connection between mother and child. Emmy Robbin discusses the benefits of natural, unmedicated home births for maternal bonding and infant health. They argue that medicalized hospital procedures often disrupt the natural hormonal and biological synchronization between mothers and newborns.

A discussion on the "Birthing Instincts" podcast reveals that California Governor Gavin Newsom reportedly signed legislation making it more difficult to report stillbirths. Emmy Robbin advocates for midwifery and natural birthing processes, criticizing the pressure on pregnant women to accept multiple vaccines while being warned against minor dietary risks. The segment emphasizes the importance of colostrum and breastfeeding as "nature's vaccine."