So I read an interesting article in al.com about breastfeeding and natural birth options. I was disappointed they missed the wonderful things happening at RMC. Here is what I would add/respond to the article: In light of the changes in the two hospitals you focused on, RMC, without any outside help, became the first Baby […]
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We often only discuss success. We are quiet about our “failures”. I was very moved by this mother’s discussion of a VBAC that did not end in vaginal delivery but still had a profound effect on her. Click her to read the entire post
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Here is a excerpt from a birth story of patient we cared for: “Anyway, we get to the parking deck and I quickly decide that there’s no need to walk around the parking deck, that they were still consistent and not slowing down. Since it was 1am we had to go through the emergency room
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This article ran when our practice started using water for women in labor. Here are some articles about water for pain relief: link 1 link 2
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A recent metaanalysis in the journal AJOG on exercise was very encouraging to those exercising in pregnancy. Exercise in pregnancy lowers the risk of cesarean section significantly and even more for those women who exercise more than 50 hours during the pregnancy. Exercise also reduced pregnancy weight gain. The women they studied performed aerobic and
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We have been very fortunate to attract some very wonderful patients for our obstetric services who live a significant distance from our hospital. Some wish to come to town early in labor but not go to the hospital or stay in area if they come but are not quite in labor yet. To help
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Am I Pregnant? The only way to get proof is to take a pregnancy test. Before a missed period, there are many classic symptoms of pregnancy from morning sickness to strange cravings. Some women may experience symptoms within weeks of conception. If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, we highly advise you to take a
I appreciate the recognition from BirthWell. I am happy see women from the Birmingham area. If your consider our practice and are unsure, call and we will see for a consultation without having to commit to transfer. We feel that our practice and hospital offer many things that are unique in this area and worth
ACOG (the professional group for most OBGYNs) released a consensus statement on the prevention of cesarean sections. This well-written statement is sorely needed. ACOG advocates obstetrical management that lowers the c-section rate. The management it recommends has long been a part of our practice’s management of pregnancy. So I can concur that it does result
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