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 27 - TENS

EBB 27 - TENS

What is TENS and how is it used for pain relief during labor? In today's video, we'll share all about the evidence for using TENS during labor and how researchers think it might work. We'll also discu...

23 Mai 201815min

EBB 26 - Aromatherapy

EBB 26 - Aromatherapy

What aromatherapy is. How aromatherapy during labor might work to provide pain relief. What the evidence shows about using aromatherapy during labor for pain relief To learn more about the EBB Profess...

16 Mai 201814min

EBB 25 - Acupuncture and acupressure

EBB 25 - Acupuncture and acupressure

What acupuncture and acupressure are? How acupuncture and acupressure might work to provide pain relief during labor. What the evidence shows about using acupuncture and acupressure for pain relief du...

9 Mai 201811min

EBB 24 - Behind the Scenes

EBB 24 - Behind the Scenes

In today's podcast, Rebecca shares the story of how Evidence Based Birth® went from a tiny blog to a worldwide movement. Learn what kept crashing the website, what Rebecca's famous "surprise project" ...

2 Mai 201820min

EBB 23 - Home Birth Midwives

EBB 23 - Home Birth Midwives

In today's podcast, we talk about the types of different home birth midwives in the U.S. This podcast will prep you to attend the free public webinar all about the evidence on home birth. To register ...

25 Apr 201818min

EBB 22 - Rise of Home Birth in the U.S.

EBB 22 - Rise of Home Birth in the U.S.

Recently, rates of home birth have nearly doubled in the U.S., from 0.56% to 1% today. Where is this increase in home birth coming from? How many women desire home birth, and why are they interested i...

18 Apr 201813min

EBB 21 - Doula

EBB 21 - Doula

What a birth doula is and how a doula provides pain relief during childbirth. What the evidence shows about using a doula for pain relief. If continuous support from a doula is more effective for impr...

11 Apr 201812min

EBB 20 - Water immersion

EBB 20 - Water immersion

What hydrotherapy is and how often it is used for pain relief during labor and birth. What studies have found about the effectiveness of water immersion during labor for pain relief. What several prof...

4 Apr 201813min

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