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Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) might sound ancient—but it’s helping modern horses in ways you might not expect. In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. John Langlois, a Florida-based equine veterinarian with over four decades of experience, who now works exclusively with TCVM. After a long career in conventional veterinary medicine, a powerful experience treating broodmares with acupuncture changed everything—and led him to pursue further training in herbal medicine, Tui-na (Chinese medical massage), and spinal manipulation. Dr. Langlois breaks down the foundations of TCVM in an accessible, practical way—sharing how this holistic approach can support horses with chronic conditions, behavioural challenges, and hard-to-diagnose issues.

We talk about:

• What TCVM really is—and how it complements conventional care
• How Dr. Langlois shifted from traditional practice to holistic treatments
• The Five Elements and how they can influence your horse’s health and temperament
• When to consider acupuncture, herbs, or bodywork for your horse
• Common misconceptions about TCVM—and what the science and real-world results show

Whether you're new to the idea of integrative care or already exploring alternative therapies, this episode is packed with expert insight and grounded advice to help you better understand your horse—and support their long-term wellbeing.

To learn more about Dr. Langlois and his work in TCVM with Chi University, visit https://chiu.edu/

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Content note: This episode discusses pregnancy, postpartum mental health, and the emotional challenges of stepping back from riding. Please take care while listening.

If you're an equestrian navigating pregnancy, trying to conceive, postpartum, or simply curious about how reproductive health intersects with riding, you're likely facing a storm of mixed messages.

Some riders are told to keep going as long as they feel fine, others are urged to stop immediately—and often, those giving advice don’t understand the unique demands of the saddle.

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Jill L. Hechtman, MD, FACOG a board-certified OB/GYN with over 20 years of experience caring for women through every stage of pregnancy and postpartum.

Dr. Hechtman offers her expert medical perspective on the risks of riding while pregnant—including why she advises against it after the first trimester—and encourages women to make informed, personalised decisions in partnership with their healthcare provider.

We also discuss:

✔ The importance of understanding risks and trusting your instincts
✔ Safer ways to stay connected to horses when riding isn’t advised
✔ How to care for your mental health during pregnancy and postpartum
✔ What to know about postpartum depression and open conversations around it
✔ Why tuning out external judgment and listening to your inner voice matters most

Whether you're riding, resting, or returning to the saddle, this episode offers evidence-based guidance and emotional support for equestrians making some of the most personal decisions of their lives.

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NF+ brings you direct access to top equestrian professionals, training insights, and a passionate community of riders dedicated to learning and improving.

Olympic eventer Boyd Martin breaks down what bravery in the saddle really means—and it’s not just charging ahead without fear.

In this personal masterclass, he unpacks the emotional side of riding, from self-doubt and performance pressure to the inner fire that drives us.

Boyd shares how years of preparation, partnership with the horse, and mental clarity helped him navigate high-stakes moments like being the first rider out at the London 2012 Olympics.

He explores the two extremes riders often fall into—hesitation and over-aggression—and how to find the calm, confident middle ground that allows both horse and rider to thrive.

This bonus episode is full of real-talk about mindset, competition nerves, and the routines that build unshakable confidence in and out of the arena.

Watch the full masterclass here: https://noellefloydplus.com/programs/boyd-martin-build-bravery-through-competence

Use the code DHW to get 15% off an annual NF+ membership, which includes 3 masterclasses by Boyd Martin.

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