Oregon, my home state, is being heralded as the latest state to take a hard line on out of control c-sections and inductions. Here’s what the headlines say:Hospitals take 'hard stop' on early ... READ MORE
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When Eveline Andrews, 28, of Baytown, Texas, was in labor with her first baby three years ago, her doctor told her that she had a narrow pelvis and required a Cesarean section. But when ... READ MORE
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Kudos to the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) for taking a step in the right direction. Last week, they announced less restrictive guidelines for VBACs, twin ... READ MORE
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There’s no avoiding it. Pregnancy permanently changes you. Some women come through pregnancy with smooth bellies and unmarked skin but most of us have a few souvenirs like stretch marks, ... READ MORE
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A couple weeks ago I asked readers if the rising c-section rate bothered you or if y’all were OK with the way things are going. I also asked what you’d be willing to do to bring the ... READ MORE
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It’s my annual “the c-section rate is still climbing” blog and once again, we’re breaking records. The data for 2007 (most current data available) was published last week by the Centers for ... READ MORE
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When I hear women debate whether it’s better to have a vaginal birth or a Cesarean section, I’m able to offer a rare perspective: I experienced both—in the same delivery. I popped out my ... READ MORE
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