Caesarean Childbirth Pregnancy and Birth

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Top: Health: Reproductive_Health: Pregnancy_and_Birth: Childbirth: Caesarean:

• - Discusses the history of cesarean section and ACOG. Good, historical information.
  
• - Medifocus Preview: Uterine Rupture
  
• - Information for women planning a caesarean section or a VBAC (vaginal birth after ceasarean).
  
• - One C-section doesn't have to lead to another. Discusses risk of rupture.
  
• - Why are obstetricians speeding deliveries with an ulcer drug that endangers mothers and their babies?
  
• - A study showing the risk of infections after a cesarean section in diabetic women who take insulin.
  
• - Vaginal birth after prior cesarean.
  
• - Consumer health resource center providing information on the risks and benefits of Cesarean delivery.
  
• - Discussion of the drug Misoprostol (Cytotec) and the possible relationship to uterine rupture and other complications.
  
• - A guide, a helpful resource, and a support center for those needing information and support on all aspects of Caesareans.
  
• - In rare circumstances women with a tipped uterus may develop a uterine incarceration that may require birth by cesarean section.
  
• - Personal story, information, FAQ and links prepared by an emergency room RN.
  
• - VBAC: Obstetrical Murphy's Law
  
• - Internet resources for cesarean section.
  
• - Fathers come together to offer support of those who have experienced the loss of a child due to uterine rupture.
  
• - Medifocus is committed to providing all physicians and allied health care professionals with the most advanced and comprehensive medical literature research available.
  
• - Photos and information about cesarean scar and staple removal.
  
• - Caesarean Awareness Recovery Education Support - South Australia. A group of women who have birthed at least twice, and share their own difficult experiences of trying to achieve normal births after having VBAC.
  
• - Article discusses use of Oral misoprostol for induction of labour.
  
• - One midwife recounts experiences and calls for action.
  
• - ICAN is a nonprofit organization that works to lower the rate of unnecessary cesareans, supports vaginal birth after cesarean VBAC), and encourages positive birthing through education and advocacy.
  
• - An article about caesarean birth, with a description, a look at when it is required, the different types, post-op care and breast feeding after.