Discussing Breech Birth
Episode Highlights:
- What led to the common practice of c-section delivery for breech babies
- What does the research say about vaginal breech delivery
- Why it's difficult to study breech birth
- What factors can contribute to a breech presentation
- How having a c-section impacts future health and births
- What experienced providers look for to gauge how a breech baby is tolerating birth
In today's episode Erica shares about her recent experience at the Twins-Breech conference in Louisville, KY. We dive deep into the discussion about breech and birth in general. This is a great conversation for birth workers and expectant parents alike.
Resources:
Term Breech Trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11052579/
Maternal and fetal risks of planned vaginal breech delivery vs planned caesarean section for term breech birth: A systematic review and meta-analysis https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9284475/
