Ep86: Operative Vaginal Delivery: When & Why We Do It and What to Know

All About Pregnancy & Birth

English - October 06, 2020 07:30 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MB - ★★★★★ - 588 ratings
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I was inspired to cover this episode's topic because I recently attended several births that ended up being operative vaginal deliveries. Also known as an assisted birth, an operative vaginal delivery means that the medical provider uses tools - either forceps or a vacuum cup - to help deliver the baby vaginally.

In this episode you'll learn a lot more about what operative vaginal delivery is, how often it's done, when it's necessary and what the procedure is like. Operative deliveries only happen about 3% of the time, but it's still good for you to have some knowledge about it so you're prepared in case that becomes the best option on the day your baby arrives.

Find full show notes at drnicolerankins.com/episode86 and check out all the free pregnancy & birth resources I have for you at drnicolerankins.com/resources!

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