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Lauren Feder, M.D.

Lauren Feder, M.D. was a nationally recognized physician who specializes in primary care medicine, pediatrics and homeopathy.  Known for her holistically minded approach and combining the ‘best of both worlds,’ Dr. Feder was a frequent lecturer for parents and professionals and was been seen nationally on various health-oriented television and radio programs including most recently Oprah and Friends interviewed by Dr. Mehmet Oz.   She is the president of the Holistic Pediatric Alliance, author of Natural Baby and Childcare, The Parents’ Concise Guide to Childhood Vaccinations and The Natural Pregnancy. She founded the Center for Natural Family Medicine in Los Angeles.  Lauren was raised by her parents, Ellie Davis a devoted stay-at-home mother and the late Dr. Robert J. Feder a renowned ear, nose and throat surgeon and voice specialist.  During her teen years she underwent two thyroid surgeries and was placed on daily medicine.  While doing her residency in Los Angeles a decade later, Lauren consulted with  a holistic practitioner and was able to discontinue her thyroid medication altogether. The results astounded her, and led her on a path of discovery in the field of holistic healing and homeopathy for herself and her patients.   Lauren was married to chiropractor, Dr. RenéHaarpaintner. They had two sons who were born at home with midwives.  Lauren passed from this world on November 28, 2014 after a brief and intense battle with bone cancer.  You can read a tribute to her work here.

Editorials

Remembering Lauren Feder, MD

Lauren Feder, M.D. Dec 3, 2014 2
♦◊♦ “Our work is to realize conscious harmony. First in oneself individually, then in one’s group. Then gradually between groups and so projected indefinitely…
Wellbeing

Conscious Choice: Guidance for Choosing a Practitioner and Making…

Lauren Feder, M.D. Sep 8, 2014 0
The following is an excerpt from Dr. Feder's new book, Natural Pregnancy Choosing a Practitioner It is important to know your practitioner’s…
Pregnancy & Birth

Birth Hormones: The Agony And Ecstasy

Lauren Feder, M.D. Jul 28, 2014 0
An Excerpt From Natural Pregnancy When our ancestors lived in villages, many women would have been at births, or at least have been familiar with the process.…
Vaccinations

Flu Shot During Pregnancy?

Lauren Feder, M.D. Jul 17, 2014 0
A Reader Asks Dr. Feder: I'm 3 months pregnant and my doctor is encouraging me to get the flu shot. Is this safe for the baby? Although we have…
Conscious Parenting

Tips for a Natural Pregnancy by Lauren Feder, MD

Lauren Feder, M.D. Jun 11, 2014 0
Editor's Note: Natural Pregnancy is a Kindred Book of the Month selection for June 2014 because of its courageous contribution to "Sharing the New…
Vaccinations

Are There Alternatives To The Flu Shot For Your Family?

Lauren Feder, M.D. Oct 8, 2013 0
Is there an alternative to the flu shot for my family? Every autumn and winter, many children and adults suffer from the familiar flu symptoms. Body aches…
Books

The Medicalization of Pregnancy – A Chapter Excerpt from Natural…

Lauren Feder, M.D. Oct 5, 2013 0
LISTEN TO DR. FEDER DISCUSS THE CORE CONCEPTS OF NATURAL PREGNANCY IN THIS FREE PODCAST DOWNLOAD: Editor's Note: Natural Pregnancy is a Kindred Book of the…
Attachment Parenting / Bonding

Everyday Tips and Homeopathics for the AP Marriage with Dr. Lauren Feder

Lauren Feder, M.D. Jul 14, 2013 0
Connie and Tony came to the office for their 9 month old son well child visit. Oliver was fussy from teething, but otherwise was doing well and meeting his…
Wellbeing

Homeopathy for Spring Allergies: A New, Free Teleconference Download

Lauren Feder, M.D. Apr 16, 2013 0
DOWNLOAD OR LISTEN TO THE FREE TELECONFERENCE HERE: https://soundcloud.com/pathwaysconnect/homeopathics-for-your-family Lisa Reagan moderates a…
Conscious Parenting

Bonding, Mind and Spirit – in Childhood

Lauren Feder, M.D. May 14, 2012 0
Bonding, Mind and Spirit - in Childhood (Excerpt from Natural Baby and Childcare) Since philosophy shows us how to…
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  • About
    • Who Are We?
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    • Lisa Reagan, Kindred’s Editor
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  • Articles
    • Conscious Parenting
      • ACES, Adverse Childhood Experiences
      • Attachment Parenting
      • Black Mothers
      • Breastfeeding
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      • Midwifery
      • Parenting for Social Change
      • Pregnancy & Birth
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    • Culture
      • Adultism
      • American Democracy At The Crossroads
      • Authoritarianism
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      • Childism
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      • Dominator System
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      • Inspiration
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      • Partnerism
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      • Food Sovereignty
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