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Episode 6.5 How to Deliver A Baby (an evidence based approach)Episode 6.5
In this episode we discuss the evolution and evidence behind vaginal delivery techniques. Plus, we discuss the importance of the golden hour after birth for the mother and baby. 00:00:02 Golden […]
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Episode 6.4 Frequency of Prenatal Visits and Eat, Sleep, Console
In this episode, we discuss guidelines about bulb suctioning at the time of delivery. Then we discuss the nearly 100 year old schedule of prenatal visits and how these can […]
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Episode 6.3 Rural vs Urban Obstetrics, Screening for BV, and Prophylactic Salpingectomy
In this episode, we discuss screening for BV to prevent preterm birth. Then new data about the safety of obstetric care in rural vs urban hospitals of different sizes. Plus, […]
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Episode 6.2 Surgical Restrictions, Probiotics for GBS, Stratafix and more
In this episode, we discuss current evidence about post-surgical activity restrictions. Plus, we explore probiotics for GBS prevention, vaginal seeding, barbed sutures, disposable staples, and how to be faster during […]
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Episode 6.1 Antidepressants in Pregnancy and Cephalosporins in Patients with Penicillin Allergy
In this episode, we discuss current evidence about potential cross-reactivity for patients with penicillin allergy who receive a cephalosporin. Then we discuss the safety of antidepressant medications in pregnancy. Links […]
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Episode 5.13 Tori Bowie and Maternal Mortality
In this episode, we discuss the death of Tori Bowie and new data about maternal mortality and the closing gap of black to white mortality in hospital birth. Plus, we […]
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Episode 5.12 The ARRIVE Trial, Hydration, Partograms, and more
In this episode, we discuss the practice of IV hydration for preterm contractions. Then we take a look at the ARRIVE trial and some recent studies about this controversial study. […]
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Episode 5.11 Breech Delivery
In this episode, we discuss data about the methods of breech vaginal delivery, including new studies describing the forces with different maneuvers and the ideal position for maximizing pelvic side. […]
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Episode 5.10 Ten Things We Wish ER Docs Knew About OB/GYN
In this episode, we discuss ten things we wish ER docs knew. Also, the history of IUDS, new mammogram guidelines, over the counter birth control, and urine screening for pregnant […]
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Episode 5.9 Cookies, Virgin Birth, Forceps, and the History of Handwashing
In this episode, we discuss several new articles, including evidence about operative delivery in obese women, lactation, cookies, propranolol for labor arrest. We also discuss virgin birth in America, whether […]