Typically, the umbilical cord is cut immediately after birth in the hospital setting. Many organizations are beginning to recommend a change in practice to include delayed cord clamping. However, doctors are frequently hesitant to wait to clamp the cord. What does the evidence say?
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Ways to Induce Labor Part 5: Evening Primrose Oil
Evening Primrose Oil (EPO) is a supplement that is commonly recommended as a “natural” induction method, but is it safe? Does it work? What does the evidence say?
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Ways to Induce Labor Part 4: Nipple Stimulation
Is nipple stimulation an effective way to induce labor? Or will it just give you sore breasts? What does the research say? Continue reading “Ways to Induce Labor Part 4: Nipple Stimulation”
Ways to Induce Labor Part 3: Castor Oil
Will using Castor Oil get you a baby? Or just an upset stomach? What does the research say on using castor oil for labor induction? Continue reading “Ways to Induce Labor Part 3: Castor Oil”
Ways to Induce Labor Part 2: GBS and Membrane Stripping
After writing the initial post about membrane stripping as a way to induce labor, there were comments that providers were telling patients that they could not strip their membranes because the patient was Group B Strep (GBS) positive, and this could cause infection. Is this based in research, or is this was just “common knowledge” that is being passed along? Continue reading “Ways to Induce Labor Part 2: GBS and Membrane Stripping”
Ways to Induce Labor Part 1: Membrane Stripping
Many women, whether by medical necessity or personal preference, will undergo induction of labor during their pregnancies. There are many methods available, both natural and medical. Some of these methods are research proven, others are old wive’s tales that have been shown to be ineffective, or even harmful. This series will look at research articles regarding different methods commonly used, and their effectiveness at inducing labor. Part 1 of this series will discuss research on Membrane Stripping. Continue reading “Ways to Induce Labor Part 1: Membrane Stripping”
Using Cinnamon to Treat Menstrual Pain
A discussion of research showing that cinnamon is an effective treatment for menstrual pain.