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The Birth Experience -Every Birth is Different:  The Goal is the Same.
What to Expect in Natural Births, C-sections, VBACS and Preventing Preterm Births
By Michelle N. Brown-Echerd, ND - June 2015 Portland, OR, USA


Natural Births:  A choice for many and defined differently; natural, vaginal, low risk births can occur with little intervention.  There are many options available; be prepared for plans to change and be ready and educated, in advance, in case an urgent situation arises.  

• Birthing is a special time for mothers, babies and families!

• Each experience is unique and personal.

• Understand what the best birthing option is for you and consider using the help of a doula “birthing assistant”

What will you do if you are preparing for a birth after having a prior C-section?

• VBAC = Vaginal Birth After C-section

• Ask your healthcare provider for information.  Some hospitals have certain policies regarding VBACS.

• Many midwives perform out of hospital VBACs; depending on each individual situation.

• What are the risks of VBACs?

C-Sections: “Cesarean Sections” Many are planned in advance; some are urgent.  Be educated prior to your due date about policies present at the place that you would like to deliver.  Hire a doula for support.  Make a birth plan.   



Preventing premature/preterm labor and births:

• Ask your healthcare provider for a list of signs and symptoms to look for and what to do if they occur.

• Attend health care visits regularly, as suggested by your healthcare provider for monitoring, information and to form a trusting bond.

• Work at being healthy and reduce stress; maintain a healthy diet, adequate exercise and do something you enjoy daily as well as spend time with healthy spirited people you love and who love you.

• Hire a doula for support and as an advocate.

This blog post is for entertainment and educational purposes only.  It is not intended to take the place of medical care and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure any disease or condition.  See your healthcare provider for health related issues. 

 

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