Tag: cesarean birth
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Understanding the Reasons for a Cesarean Birth
Read more A cesarean birth, or C-section, is a surgical procedure that delivers a baby through incisions made in the abdominal wall and uterus instead of the vaginal canal. Over the past three decades, the rate of cesarean deliveries has steadily increased. In November 2005, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that…
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How to Minimize the Chances of a Cesarean Birth
Read more Over the past three decades, there has been a notable rise in cesarean deliveries. In November 2005, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported the highest national rate ever recorded, with 29.1% of all births occurring via cesarean section. This statistic indicates that more than one in four pregnant women in…
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How to Reduce the Likelihood of a Cesarean Birth
Read more The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM) have introduced updated guidelines to assist expectant mothers in steering clear of cesarean births, which occur when a baby is delivered through an incision in the uterus. While cesarean deliveries can sometimes be life-saving for both mother and…