What You Should Know Trying A Vaginal Birth Following A C-Section

What You Should Know Trying A Vaginal Birth Following A C-Section

Trying a vaginal birth following a C-section is something that in many instances will occur with no problems. According to information from medical providers, the rate of success can vary from anywhere from 60% to 80%. With that said, it is extremely important for...
Some Limits With APGAR Scoring & An HIE Diagnosis

Some Limits With APGAR Scoring & An HIE Diagnosis

We recently did a talk regarding APGAR scoring. Following that talk, we received questions about how even with “good” APGAR scores, some parents have still seen their baby move to an HIE diagnosis. As a result, in this post we will focus on some limits with APGAR...
The Value Of A Second Opinion And Should You Get One?

The Value Of A Second Opinion And Should You Get One?

The value of a second opinion and should you get one? This is a question that can be a struggle for some families after their baby has suffered a brain injury, namely an HIE injury, at birth. As one parent told me, “I want to trust what the doctors are saying but I am...
Using The Fetal Scalp Electrode During Labor & Delivery

Using The Fetal Scalp Electrode During Labor & Delivery

One of the most important things that medical professionals want to know during labor and delivery is how well a baby is handling the delivery. In other words, fetal well-being. Fetal well-being can be monitored in multiple ways, with one way using the fetal scalp...
Cord Is Around The Baby’s Neck And Variable Decelerations

Cord Is Around The Baby’s Neck And Variable Decelerations

When the umbilical cord is around the baby’s neck, there can be problems associated with this condition in some instances. To get an understanding of this condition, doctors and nurses rely on the electronic fetal heart monitor to get an assessment of the baby’s...