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Ep. 129 - Evidence Based Birth with Rebecca Dekker
Ep. 129 - Evidence Based Birth with Rebecca Dekker
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40 minutes
Released:
May 29, 2024
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Podcast episode
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In this episode of Parenting Understood, we are thrilled to be joined by Dr. Rebecca Dekker founder of Evidence Based Birth. Rebecca is a nurse and researcher who is dedicated to supporting parents in pregnancy and the birthing process. She recounts her traumatic first birth experience, which involved unnecessary interventions and separation from her newborn, and how it led her to research the evidence behind common birthing practices. She found that many practices were not supported by evidence and could even be harmful. This led her to create a platform to share evidence-based birthing information with millions of people. In this episode, she discusses the importance of self-advocacy during pregnancy and birth, provides tips for managing pain during labor with and without medication, and addresses the rise of elective inductions at 39 weeks, highlighting both the benefits and potential risks of this practice. For more information on Dr. Rebecca Dekker and her work please visit: Evidence Based Birth
Released:
May 29, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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