Episode 103 - Is baby in danger during waterbirth?

In this episode Mel answers listener questions. This question asks about the outcomes and safety for babies who are born during water birth. We discuss additional guidance around what to do if the is meconium stained liquor at the time of birth and if there is an issue with babies being born partly in and partly out of water. 

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• What questions should I ask my care provider if I am planning a VBAC
• What are the legal and professional requirements for midwives who wish to add skills to their practice
• the risk of the cervix closing when the placenta is still in the uterus. Is this actually something to worry about, or is it simply an old wives' tale?
• Can you please talk to preeclampsia? Can you explain what it is? How it is diagnosed and its effects, Are there levels of severity?

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