Episode 6.5 How to Deliver A Baby (an evidence based approach)
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 Hour...
6 Sep 20231h 1min
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 be modernized. Finally, we d...
24 Aug 202359min
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, new evidence that prophyla...
10 Aug 202359min
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 ...
27 Jul 202354min
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...
12 Jul 202354min
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 discuss pelvic rest after childbir...
29 Jun 20231h
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. Plus, we look at seve...
14 Jun 202356min
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. P...
1 Jun 20231h 4min
