EBB 320 - Evidence on the Impact of Epidurals on the Pushing Phase of Labor

EBB 320 - Evidence on the Impact of Epidurals on the Pushing Phase of Labor

The impact of epidurals on the second stage of labor has sparked a lot of discussion. Research suggests that epidurals can prolong this stage... and a prolonged second stage can be associated with increased risks of infection, severe tears and the need for interventions like forceps-assisted delivery or Cesarean. But does an epidural mean that you are higher risk for complications during the second stage of labor, or are there ways to lessen your risks? In this episode, Dr. Dekker explores the physiological effects of epidurals (and how they impact your body's birthing reflexes), the correlation between epidurals and the duration of the second stage of labor, and nuanced perspectives from professional guidelines worldwide— including a brief discussion of "laboring down" (aka delayed pushing). References:
  • To access all the scientific references that go along with this episode, visit our blog article here.
  • Access the rest of our EBB Pain Management series go to this page and click on "Pain Management Series."
  • Check out the EBB Pocket Guide to Comfort Measures here.
  • Find an EBB Childbirth Class near you here.

For more information about Evidence Based Birth® and a crash course on evidence based care, visit www.ebbirth.com. Follow us on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok! Ready to learn more? Grab an EBB Podcast Listening Guide or read Dr. Dekker's book, "Babies Are Not Pizzas: They're Born, Not Delivered!" If you want to get involved at EBB, join our Professional membership (scholarship options available) and get on the wait list for our EBB Instructor program. Find an EBB Instructor here, and click here to learn more about the EBB Childbirth Class.

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EBB 68 - Meet Mr. EBB!

EBB 68 - Meet Mr. EBB!

In this episode, I am joined by "Mr. EBB" himself, Dan Dekker! Dan is an Accountant with his MBA, the father of 3 children, and also my husband. He has worked for more than 10 years in small business ...

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EBB 67 - Hear two special announcements from Evidence Based Birth®

EBB 67 - Hear two special announcements from Evidence Based Birth®

In this episode, I am joined by EBB Professional Membership and Higher Ed Program Coordinator Chanté Perryman. Chanté is a certified birth and postpartum doula, a childbirth educator, an Evidence Base...

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EBB 66 - Empowering Birth in Underserved Populations with CNM Olivia Favela-Gary

EBB 66 - Empowering Birth in Underserved Populations with CNM Olivia Favela-Gary

In this episode, I interview certified nurse midwife Olivia Favela-Gary. Olivia has been a CNM for over five years, and has been a registered nurse for 10 years. She currently practices in Los Angeles...

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EBB 65 - Navigating the Hospital Birth System with Midwife Afua Hassan

EBB 65 - Navigating the Hospital Birth System with Midwife Afua Hassan

In this episode, I interview midwife and Evidence Based Birth Professional member Afua Hassan. Afua has practiced as a midwife since 1984. In 2011, she expanded her home birth practice and founded The...

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EBB 64 - Building trust during birth with parent Caley O'Brien

EBB 64 - Building trust during birth with parent Caley O'Brien

In this episode, I interview Caley O'Brien about her empowering birth experience and being one of the first parents to take the Evidence Based Birth Childbirth Class. Caley has been married to her hus...

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EBB 63 - Unexpectedly Easy Birth with New Parents Nichole and Todd

EBB 63 - Unexpectedly Easy Birth with New Parents Nichole and Todd

In this episode, I interview Nichole Croft and Todd Jackson of New Jersey. Their first baby was born in the summer of 2018, and they were among the first parents to take the Evidence Based Birth Child...

30 Jan 201928min

EBB 62 - Facing an unplanned Cesarean with parent Michelle Wilson

EBB 62 - Facing an unplanned Cesarean with parent Michelle Wilson

In this episode, I interview Michelle Wilson, one of the first parents to take the Evidence Based Birth Childbirth Class. Michelle has one son, Matthew, and is a stay-at-home mom in Berea, Kentucky. M...

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EBB 61 - Using Knowledge to Navigate Birth with New Parents Annamarie and Drew

EBB 61 - Using Knowledge to Navigate Birth with New Parents Annamarie and Drew

In this episode, I interview AnnaMarie and Drew Stoudenmire of Greenville, South Carolina. They are parents to Otto - their first baby - who at the time of recording was only seven weeks old. AnnaMari...

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