A nice graphic from Sam Talbot, designer, activist & former doula. Do you think it makes sense that only 60% of Canadian babies are born vaginally without surgical or instrumental assistance? Read more →
Tag: Research and Guidelines
Cervical Checks: are they helpful?
Women birthing with medical care providers such as doctors and registered midwives often have vaginal exams performed every 2-4 hours during a woman’s labour, depending on the care provider and birth location. I could go on and on about cervical exams and how important I believe it is to be extremely cautious with both choosing if or when to have routine cervical… Read more →
GBS Testing & Treatment Resources
In Canada, one of the tests offered to women prenatally by doctors and registered midwives is a swab for Group B Strep (GBS). If the swab is positive, the woman will be offered antibiotics during her labour. When it comes to GBS during pregnancy, you have choices in: whether or not to test for it prenatally whether or not to use… Read more →
Anemia During Pregnancy?
Anemia is one of the things many women are screened for prenatally. The diagnosis of the disease is controversial. Here’s some food for thought: Excerpt from Guidelines on Anemia in Pregnancy from the US Department of Health and Human Services: “The following conclusion is based on good and consistent scientific evidence (Level A):Iron supplementation decreases the prevalence of maternal anemia… Read more →
Resources for Research & Guidelines
Because I’m an information junkie and an occasional insomniac with a background in university-level science, I often am pouring over birth-related research. I also am constantly referencing the guidelines from the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and Perinatal Services BC. I believe birthing women should have access to this information so they are able to make informed choices. I also strongly encourage… Read more →