The Cascade of Interventions: Understanding the Impact on Your Birth Experience
Interventions, Caesarean Sections, Induction, 3rd Trimester, Ventouse, Forceps, Informed Janine Gard Interventions, Caesarean Sections, Induction, 3rd Trimester, Ventouse, Forceps, Informed Janine Gard

The Cascade of Interventions: Understanding the Impact on Your Birth Experience

The cascade of interventions refers to the chain of medical procedures that can follow one initial intervention during labour. While some are necessary, each can increase the likelihood of more, potentially changing the birth experience. Understanding this helps parents make informed decisions about their birth plan and know when interventions are truly needed.

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Overdue? Offering ideas & Debunking suggestions
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Overdue? Offering ideas & Debunking suggestions

If your due date has come and gone, chances are you’re pretty eager to meet your baby. If you take a quick look online you will find a range of suggestions that are rumoured to induce labour! Keep in mind that these methods haven’t been medically proven (although there are several studies) and most of the popular legends are more myth than fact (sorry!).

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