Story & Lesson Highlights with Dr. Deb Davies of Jenkintown

Dr. Deb Davies shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.

Hi Deb, thank you so much for joining us today. We’re thrilled to learn more about your journey, values and what you are currently working on. Let’s start with an ice breaker: What are you being called to do now, that you may have been afraid of before?
In the past, I sometimes held back from speaking boldly, especially about the injustices I see in perinatal care. Now, I feel deeply called to speak the truth without sugarcoating—whether that’s educating pregnant women about what to expect during birth or addressing the gaps in our current system. I’ve been teaching and presenting at acupuncture conferences for years, but this year I took a big leap and applied to speak at a medical conference where the entire audience will be physicians. For me, it’s not about staying in my comfort zone anymore—it’s about spreading the message that Chinese medicine has an essential role in not only helping women get pregnant, but also in supporting them to carry to term, have a healthy baby, and remain healthy themselves so they can thrive—and even choose to do it again if they desire.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m Dr. Deb Davies, DACM, Dipl. OM, L.O.M., founder of PUSH Professionals Perinatal Mentorship, a program designed to train and support acupuncturists in confidently treating pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Teaching is one of my greatest passions—I currently teach in three different universities across the U.S., as well as internationally through my mentorship program. This past May, I hosted the first annual Perinatal Acupuncture Conference in San Diego, bringing together practitioners from across the country to advance the field of perinatal care. What makes my work unique is that I don’t just focus on helping women get pregnant—I’m committed to training practitioners to support them in carrying to term, having a healthy birth, and ensuring both mom and baby thrive postpartum.

Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. What’s a moment that really shaped how you see the world?
A defining moment in my life was the loss of my daughter, who was stillborn at full term on March 23, 2001. Having to give birth to a baby who had already passed away was the most devastating experience of my life, and it completely shattered me at the time. But that loss ultimately shaped who I am today. It gave me a profound sense of purpose—to ensure that other women have access to compassionate, natural options in healthcare and the support they need during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. What was once my greatest heartbreak has become the driving force behind my career, and now I’m honored to teach and mentor future generations of practitioners to carry this work forward and make a difference for families everywhere.

What fear has held you back the most in your life?
The fear that held me back the most in life was the fear of being seen and being heard. I grew up with the belief that ‘good girls’ stay quiet, that children should be seen and not heard. For a long time, that made me question—what would happen if I spoke up? What would the repercussions be? But over time, I realized that my voice has power, and that staying silent helps no one. Now, I’ve embraced speaking out—loudly and unapologetically—about the changes I want to see in perinatal care. Today, I share my voice across multiple platforms, nationally and internationally, and it feels liberating to turn what was once my greatest fear into my greatest strength.

Alright, so if you are open to it, let’s explore some philosophical questions that touch on your values and worldview. Where are smart people getting it totally wrong today?
I think where a lot of smart people are getting it wrong these days is in thinking they’re eating healthy without really understanding what their bodies need. Most patients tell me, ‘I eat healthy,’ but when I ask what they’ve had in the last 24 hours, it’s often something like a smoothie for breakfast and a salad for lunch. While that may seem healthy for some, as a doctor of Chinese medicine I know the Spleen and Stomach function best with warm, cooked, soupy foods. Raw fruits and vegetables are cold in nature, and when eaten too often they can weaken digestion, slow down the digestive fire, and lead to a myriad of health complaints. You know the saying in pregnancy, ‘a bun in the oven’? Well, a bun doesn’t grow well in the fridge. I’m constantly teaching patients the importance of warm foods, and eating at regular intervals. It makes a tremendous difference not only in their ability to conceive, carry a pregnancy, and recover postpartum—but really, it supports anyone at any stage of life.

Okay, so before we go, let’s tackle one more area. If you retired tomorrow, what would your customers miss most?
If I retired tomorrow, I think my patients and students would miss my positivity, my stories, and my genuine desire to build their confidence. They’d miss my patience, my willingness to go above and beyond to solve problems, and my knack for making anyone feel comfortable in my presence. I like to think my excellent bedside manner—and maybe my sense of humor—helps people relax clinically, feel supported, and believe they can do more than they thought possible. I try to make learning and healing feel approachable and even a little fun, and I think that’s something they’d really notice if I weren’t around.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.drdebdavies.com/
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Steven Mills Photography