Articles related to "Cesarean Rate"
Factors that Increase the Cesarean Rate
With increasing cesarean rates around the world, research now shows that another factor influencing the mode of delivery could be the mother's diet.
cesarean rates • who recommendations • factors increasing cesareans • labor inductions • epidurals
With increasing cesarean rates around the world, research now shows that another factor influencing the mode of delivery could be the mother's diet.
cesarean rates • who recommendations • factors increasing cesareans • labor inductions • epidurals
Why are Cesareans Increasing?
From widespread use of electronic fetal monitors to liability issues, many experts believe that there are multiple causes of the cesarean rate increase.
cesarean rate • increase • electronic fetal monitoring • inductions • factors
From widespread use of electronic fetal monitors to liability issues, many experts believe that there are multiple causes of the cesarean rate increase.
cesarean rate • increase • electronic fetal monitoring • inductions • factors
Reducing the Cesarean Rate
The cesarean rate in this country is at an all-time high. What are ways that you can help to reduce your own chances of having a cesarean?
cesarean rate • vbac • labor • statistics • target
The cesarean rate in this country is at an all-time high. What are ways that you can help to reduce your own chances of having a cesarean?
cesarean rate • vbac • labor • statistics • target
Emergency Cesareans?
Often times, people describe cesareans as "emergencies" when in fact very few cesareans are life-threatening. What are the most common reasons for a cesarean?
cesarean • rate • emergency • elective • scheduled
Often times, people describe cesareans as "emergencies" when in fact very few cesareans are life-threatening. What are the most common reasons for a cesarean?
cesarean • rate • emergency • elective • scheduled
Labor Deemed Beneficial for Mothers
Increasingly today mothers are discouraged from a trial of labor and instead encouraged to plan cesareans. Research shows that labor benefits a mother who wants a VBAC.
cesarean rates • labor prior to cesarean • uterine rupture • trial of labor • primary cesarean
Increasingly today mothers are discouraged from a trial of labor and instead encouraged to plan cesareans. Research shows that labor benefits a mother who wants a VBAC.
cesarean rates • labor prior to cesarean • uterine rupture • trial of labor • primary cesarean
Labor Inductions on the Rise
The labor induction rate has more than doubled in the last 15 years. Some of the reasons may be the mother's choice, convenience or provider preference.
labor inductions • spontaneous labor • cesarean rate • rise in labor inductions • rate of labor inductions
The labor induction rate has more than doubled in the last 15 years. Some of the reasons may be the mother's choice, convenience or provider preference.
labor inductions • spontaneous labor • cesarean rate • rise in labor inductions • rate of labor inductions
The Facts about Cesarean and VBAC
One of the most talked-about topics in childbirth circles today is the skyrocketing cesarean rate in the US. Learn as much as possible about cesareans and VBAC.
cesarean • vbac • breech • vaginal • rate
One of the most talked-about topics in childbirth circles today is the skyrocketing cesarean rate in the US. Learn as much as possible about cesareans and VBAC.
cesarean • vbac • breech • vaginal • rate
The Latest Trends in Childbirth
Are more babies being born these days? Has the cesarean rate gone up or down? What about the number of teen pregnancies? Find out the latest statistics in birth.
latest trends in childbirth • more babies born • more teens give birth • fewer mothers receiving prenatal care • labor inductions increased
Are more babies being born these days? Has the cesarean rate gone up or down? What about the number of teen pregnancies? Find out the latest statistics in birth.
latest trends in childbirth • more babies born • more teens give birth • fewer mothers receiving prenatal care • labor inductions increased
Reducing Inductions and Cesareans
Experts agree that routine inductions and cesareans are often unnecessary and preventable. Here is how one hospital made a difference.
reducing inductions • unnecessary inductions and cesareans • changing guidelines for inductions • medical indication • bishop's score
Experts agree that routine inductions and cesareans are often unnecessary and preventable. Here is how one hospital made a difference.
reducing inductions • unnecessary inductions and cesareans • changing guidelines for inductions • medical indication • bishop's score
Say No to Labor Inductions
Many mothers believe that being induced to avoid conflict with the holidays is preferred over going into labor on their own. Here are reasons to reconsider an induction.
labor inductions • higher cesarean rates • inductions more painful • epidural too early • inductions restrict movement
Many mothers believe that being induced to avoid conflict with the holidays is preferred over going into labor on their own. Here are reasons to reconsider an induction.
labor inductions • higher cesarean rates • inductions more painful • epidural too early • inductions restrict movement
Benefits of Choosing a Midwife
Hiring a midwife is no longer a choice just for the "yuppie" couples but makes sense if you want personal and natural care during your pregnancy and labor.
benefits of choosing a midwife • cochrane review • reduce risk of miscarriage • reduce use of epidural • avoid an episiotomy
Hiring a midwife is no longer a choice just for the "yuppie" couples but makes sense if you want personal and natural care during your pregnancy and labor.
benefits of choosing a midwife • cochrane review • reduce risk of miscarriage • reduce use of epidural • avoid an episiotomy
Part Two-The Ten Steps to being a Mother-Friendly Hospital
To receive CIMS designation as "mother-friendly," a hospital, birth center, or home birth service must carry out our philosophical principles by fulfilling the Ten Steps of Mother-Friendly Care. Read more about what it takes to become "mother friendly".
childbirth • pregnancy
To receive CIMS designation as "mother-friendly," a hospital, birth center, or home birth service must carry out our philosophical principles by fulfilling the Ten Steps of Mother-Friendly Care. Read more about what it takes to become "mother friendly".
childbirth • pregnancy
Epidurals for Birth
Epidural analgesia often adds other medical interventions into the picture. Are there ways for mothers to use an epidural but avoid some of the pitfalls?
epidural analgesia • epidurals • pushing • delayed pushing • medical interventions
Epidural analgesia often adds other medical interventions into the picture. Are there ways for mothers to use an epidural but avoid some of the pitfalls?
epidural analgesia • epidurals • pushing • delayed pushing • medical interventions
The Business of Being Born: Review
An eye-opening childbirth video that looks at birth options in America, and encourages women to question the move away from midwives, natural delivery and home birth.
the business of being born • childbirth video • educational film • childbirth in the united states • birth options
An eye-opening childbirth video that looks at birth options in America, and encourages women to question the move away from midwives, natural delivery and home birth.
the business of being born • childbirth video • educational film • childbirth in the united states • birth options
Unassisted Birth
Unassisted birth is getting attention as more women are seeking a way to have a natural childbirth without excessive, and often unnecessary, intervention.
unassisted birth • childbirth • natural childbirth • natural birth • vbac
Unassisted birth is getting attention as more women are seeking a way to have a natural childbirth without excessive, and often unnecessary, intervention.
unassisted birth • childbirth • natural childbirth • natural birth • vbac
VBAC or Repeat Cesarean?
The decision between VBAC and elective repeat cesarean is a difficult one. Finding the best provider & researching options will help you make the best choice
vbac • elective repeat cesarean • risks • benefits • labor
The decision between VBAC and elective repeat cesarean is a difficult one. Finding the best provider & researching options will help you make the best choice
vbac • elective repeat cesarean • risks • benefits • labor
Changing Routine Practices in Obstetrics
If the evidence says that some of the old practices are no longer valid, it is time to re-think them. Here are changes you should be asking for with regard to your care.
changing routines in obstetrics • follow evidence • place of birth • eating and drinking during labor • breaking the mother's water
If the evidence says that some of the old practices are no longer valid, it is time to re-think them. Here are changes you should be asking for with regard to your care.
changing routines in obstetrics • follow evidence • place of birth • eating and drinking during labor • breaking the mother's water
Is doula care for you?
A Doula "is a woman experienced in childbirth who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother before, during and just after birth." Learn what to expect from a doula and how a doula can help a woman have a safe and satisfying birth.
doula • labor • birth • labour • prognancy
A Doula "is a woman experienced in childbirth who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother before, during and just after birth." Learn what to expect from a doula and how a doula can help a woman have a safe and satisfying birth.
doula • labor • birth • labour • prognancy
Is Homebirth Safe?
Medical experts disagree about whether homebirth carries more risk than giving birth within a hospital setting. Studies show that complications happen in either place.
homebirth safety • medical advances in health care • risks of hospital births • hospital-acquired infections • hai's
Medical experts disagree about whether homebirth carries more risk than giving birth within a hospital setting. Studies show that complications happen in either place.
homebirth safety • medical advances in health care • risks of hospital births • hospital-acquired infections • hai's
Labor Inductions - Part II
Research shows that not all inductions are done for true medical reasons. Mothers should ask several questions to their provider if an induction is recommended.
labor inductions • medical reason • pitocin • contractions • medical indications
Research shows that not all inductions are done for true medical reasons. Mothers should ask several questions to their provider if an induction is recommended.
labor inductions • medical reason • pitocin • contractions • medical indications
Preparing for a Natural Childbirth
Giving birth without drugs or surgery is less common than using an epidural or cesarean, but with preparation and confidence it is achievable for most women.
natural childbirth • drug-free childbirth • choosing a birth attendant • natural childbirth education • no epidural
Giving birth without drugs or surgery is less common than using an epidural or cesarean, but with preparation and confidence it is achievable for most women.
natural childbirth • drug-free childbirth • choosing a birth attendant • natural childbirth education • no epidural
Alphabetical Index of Articles
Find articles on topics ranging from prenatal testing, birth, breastfeeding, cesarean, doulas, epidurals and home birth, inductions, labor and more.
pregnancy • birth plans • breastfeeding • cesarean • childbirth class
Find articles on topics ranging from prenatal testing, birth, breastfeeding, cesarean, doulas, epidurals and home birth, inductions, labor and more.
pregnancy • birth plans • breastfeeding • cesarean • childbirth class
Obstetric Interventions and their Effect on Breastfeeding
This article lists the various interventions that are used in childbirth, and how each one can have a direct or indirect effect on the initiation and duration of lactation.
breastfeeding • obstetric interventions • childbirth • breast-feeding • birth practices
This article lists the various interventions that are used in childbirth, and how each one can have a direct or indirect effect on the initiation and duration of lactation.
breastfeeding • obstetric interventions • childbirth • breast-feeding • birth practices
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