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In recent years there has been an increase in elective scheduled cesarean deliveries. Caesarean section is a surgical procedure that involves making an incision in the abdomen and uterus of the woman to facilitate the delivery of the baby. Due to the negative effects of the c-section scheduled on the baby, it is not recommended to schedule a cesarean when there is no medical reason According to a study, advancing the delivery of the baby with a scheduled cesarean delivery can cause respiratory problems in the newborn. The experts only recommend doing a caesarean section for medical reasons. Below you have an index with all the points that we will discuss in this article. Index 1. Indications 2. Complications 3. Authors and collaborators Indications Cesarean section is indicated: - At the time of delivery, when the baby's head does not fit through the pelvis, it is suspected that the baby is suffering and will not endure delivery, if there is vaginal bleeding or in the...

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The risk of blood clots remains elevated for 3 months after delivery, more than double what was thought. This is stated in the latest study published in the New England Journal of Medicine. Below you have an index with all the points that we will discuss in this article. Index 1. Causes 2. Symptoms 3. Authors and collaborators Causes Pregnant women are more prone to blood clots due to the natural increase of clotting substances in the blood that are produced to avoid excessive bleeding during delivery. These clots can cause strokes, heart attacks and other problems. Strokes are quite unusual but devastating when they occur and fatal 10% of the time. Clots in the legs only cause pain, but they can be fatal if they go up into the lungs. There is the idea that, once they have given birth, they no longer have to worry about clots. But the truth is that the risk persists for some time after delivery. The study collected data on 1.7 million new mothers in California. Of those,...

The cervix, also called the cervix, is the lower fibromuscular portion of the uterus, which connects it to the vagina. The main functions of the cervix are related to a woman's fertility: It is the hole where the blood comes out of the uterus during menstruation Allows the entry of sperm during intercourse It is the exit channel of the baby during childbirth During pregnancy, the woman's body undergoes many changes to adapt to this new situation, including those that affect the cervix. Below you have an index with all the points that we will discuss in this article. Index 1. Evaluation of the cervix 2. Cervix changes at the beginning of pregnancy 3. Position of the cervix during delivery 3.1. Boring of the cervix 3.2. Active dilation 4. Questions from users 4.1. Can the cervix change its shape or position? 4.2. What does it mean to have a short cervix in pregnancy? 4.3. What happens if the cervix opens during pregnancy? 5. Recommended reading 6. Aut...

Intrauterine fetal death, also called fetal death, is the death of the fetus before its expulsion or extraction at birth and, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), is independent of the duration of pregnancy. In spite of this, in general, antepartum fetal death is considered when it occurs after the 20th week of gestation. In addition, late fetal death is also discussed if it occurs after week 28. After being born, the dead fetus is called a stillborn or cross fetus. Below you have an index with all the points that we will discuss in this article. Index 1. Causes 1.1. Maternal causes 1.2. Fetal causes 1.3. Placental causes 2. Symptoms and diagnosis 3. How to deal with fetal death? 4. Questions from users 4.1. What happens after diagnosing a cross fetus? 4.2. Is it possible to prevent an intrauterine fetal death? 4.3. Can something happen to me if I have a dead baby in my belly? 4.4. What happens when one of the twins dies in the uterus? 5. Recomm...

Pregnant women should carry a bag or basket, with the things they will need during their stay in the hospital. It is recommended that the bag be prepared one month before the probable date of delivery (FPP), since delivery can be anticipated. Below you have an index with all the points that we will discuss in this article. Index 1. For the mother 2. For the baby 3. Authors and collaborators What to put in the hospital bag? It is one of the most frequent questions of first-time mothers. In the basket it is necessary to include objects for the mother and for the child. For the mother Results of the tests and last revision Documents: DNI, social security card (SIP), or mutual papers. Clothing: slippers, robe, 2 open nightgowns, post-delivery bras, high-waisted panties, socks and a change of clothes to go home Personal hygiene: neutral soap, shampoo, perfume, deodorant, comb, toothbrush, toothpaste, wet wipes, compresses. For the baby Clothing: bodies, sweaters, pants, soc...

We have all heard about epidural anesthesia, especially when we talk about delivery or caesarean section. Although it is considered the safest form of anesthesia and produces fewer side effects in pregnant women at the time of delivery, not all defend it. Those who support its use affirm that it does not interfere at all in the conscience and the mental lucidity of the mother and relieves pain in its entirety. However, its detractors observe a risk in medically manipulated deliveries. Below you have an index with all the points that we will discuss in this article. Index Epidural anesthesia 1. Indications of the epidural 2. Disadvantages and advantages 3. Contraindications 4. Authors and collaborators Indications of the epidural Epidural anesthesia, also known as peridural anesthesia, consists in the introduction of a local anesthetic in the epidural space, so that the nerve endings are blocked at the level of the bone marrow, specifically at the exit. Lumbar epidural ...

The placenta is a maternal-fetal organ that develops during pregnancy, is located in the uterus and is responsible for supplying the basic needs of the fetus through the mother: breathing, feeding and excretion. Some problems during pregnancy can arise as a result of alterations in the placenta. One of these cases is placenta previa, which occurs when it grows in the lower part of the uterus and covers the entire opening of the cervix or part of it. Below you have an index with all the points that we will discuss in this article. Index What is placenta previa? - Causes, diagnosis and birth 1. Types of placenta previa 2. Causes 3. Diagnosis 4. Symptoms and treatment 5. Delivery with placenta previa 6. Questions from users 6.1. Is it possible to have a vaginal delivery with placenta previa? 6.2. What complications can arise in pregnancy with a placenta previa? 6.3. What care should be taken during pregnancy with placenta previa? 7. Recommended reading 8. Authors...

Childbirth in the water is a natural way to bring children to the world that began in the 70s. The contact with warm water and the relaxation it provokes diminishes the pain of contractions and makes the effect of gravity disappear. Below you have an index with all the points that we will discuss in this article. Index Everything you need to know about water birth 1. Phases of childbirth in water 2. Advantages and benefits of childbirth in the water 3. Disadvantages and contraindications of childbirth in water 4. Where to go? 5. Authors and collaborators Women who have gone through this experience seem to recommend it and describe it as different, unrepeatable and less traumatic. Phases of childbirth in the water Dilation phase: When the contractions begin, the mother submerges in a bathtub with water at 37?C, which facilitates dilation. A midwife places terminals in the belly to check the heart rate through a monitor, and monitors the entire process. During this phase...

The syndrome of respiratory distress in babies (RDS) or hyaline membrane disease (MHS), is the most frequent respiratory pathology in premature babies, its prognosis is serious and puts the life of the newborn at risk. Below you have an index with all the points that we will discuss in this article. Index Neonatal respiratory distress syndrome 1. Causes hyaline membrane disease 2. Symptoms 3. Treatment 4. Authors and collaborators It hinders the normal breathing of the newborn and its incidence increases inversely with respect to gestational age, so that it affects 60% of those under 28 weeks and less than 5% of those over 34 weeks. Respiratory distress syndrome Causes hyaline membrane disease SDR occurs in newborn babies with lungs that have not yet fully developed. The disease appears in the absence of surfactant or surfactant, a slippery and protective substance produced by type II pneumocytes (lung cells) that lines the pulmonary alveoli and allows them to open and ...

The closeness of the end of pregnancy is one of the stages that most worries mothers during pregnancy. About a month before the birth, the body begins to experience some changes that are predisposing the different organs to happy outcome. Below you have an index with all the points that we will discuss in this article. Index Symptoms of the onset of labor 1. Engagement of the baby in the pelvis 2. Detachment of the mucous plug 3. True contractions 4. rupture of the amniotic sac or water rupture 5. Authors and collaborators Engagement of the baby in the pelvis In the weeks before delivery, the child descends and is placed in the birth canal, which can be reflected in a heavier pelvis accompanied by greater ease of breathing of the pregnant woman by releasing pressure from the rib cage. Detachment of mucous plug Between the 4th and 6th week of pregnancy, the cervix begins to secrete a very dense mucosa called the mucous plug, which seals the entrance to the uterus and ...

When it comes to childbirth it is extremely important that the woman has an excellent breath because this way the baby will have a good oxygenation and will be born without problems. Participate in some kind of preparation classes for childbirth, it is good in pregnancy as well as for childbirth and postpartum. Below you have an index with all the points that we will discuss in this article. Index Instruction to childbirth 1. Methods of Instruction at childbirth 1.1. Lamaze method 1.2. Aguirre de Cárcer method A good physical condition before childbirth is beneficial for pregnant women, therefore physical activity is essential, allowing you to have good muscle tone and avoid sagging after the birth of the baby. These courses also give information on what will happen on the way to childbirth and provide help for the future mother to keep control. Preparation for childbirth In general rules, these preparation courses are based on talks and exercises guided by an instructor...

The umbilical cord is a flexible structure that acts as a link between the mother and the baby. Its main function during pregnancy is to provide the necessary nutrients to the baby and remove waste products from it. Below you have an index with all the points that we will discuss in this article. Index Complications of the umbilical cord 1. Umbilical cord prolapse 2. Why is cord prolapse produced? 3. Diagnosis and treatment Throughout pregnancy and during delivery, various complications related to the umbilical cord can occur. From false knots that do not pose any problem for either the mother or the baby, to the vasa previa that can lead to fetal death . Ultrasound of pregnancy With the latest advances in prenatal ultrasound, many of these complications can be diagnosed in the uterus, although there are some that can not be seen before delivery. Among the disorders of the umbilical cord that can cause harm to both the fetus and the mother, we highlight the following: ...

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Tubal ligation is a surgical intervention in the fallopian tubes of women with the aim of avoiding pregnancy. It is a permanent contraceptive method that has advantages and disadvantages. Therefore, the woman must be sure of not wanting more children before doing it. Below you have an index with all the points that we will discuss in this article. Index What is tubal ligation? - Advantages and consequences 1. How is a tubal ligation done? 1.1. Partial salpingectomy 1.2. Tubal occlusion 1.3. Electrocoagulation 1.4. Essure 2. Indications 3. Advantages of tubal ligation 4. Disadvantages and / or side effects 5. Questions from users 5.1. With the tubal ligation is menstruation? 5.2. Can the tubes be tied in a cesarean section? 5.3. Can the ligature fail or is it safe? 5.4. Is pregnancy possible with tubal ligation? 5.5 Does the tubal ligation make you fat? 5.6. What is the price of tubal ligation? 5.7. How long should I wait to have intercourse after tub...

There is a great lack of knowledge about the figure of the midwife. She is a healthcare professional who helps women face the challenges of pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum. Above all, the emotional support provided to the mother is very important. It is also a reference in sexual and reproductive health, family planning and attention to menopause. Below you have an index with all the points that we will discuss in this article. Index Role of the midwife in pregnancy, delivery and postpartum 1. Competencies of midwives 2. Postpartum This group has the recognition of the World Health Organization (WHO), the European Union (EU) and the International Confederation of Midwives and is made up of trained professionals to attend normal pregnancies and deliveries. They are also in charge of the regulation of fertility by contraceptive methods and of the approach to prevention, promotion, maintenance and improvement of women's health. Competencies of midwives Inform about fa...

Fetal death is a frequent cause of miscarriage that occurs after week 20 of gestation and in which the fetus is born lifeless. These tragic deaths occur in approximately 1 in 160 pregnancies in most cases before it begins. childbirth. Below you have an index with all the points that we will discuss in this article. Index Fetal death due to problems in the placenta 1. What is it? 2. Main causes of fetal death Until now, little was known about this type of death, but a recent study by American researchers and published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, has clarified many of the causes and possible symptoms that cause this type of abortion. Among the causes pointed out by these researchers, complications during pregnancy such as problems in the placenta and infections, could be the cause of these deaths. Thus, after analyzing the data of 500 pregnant women from five different states it was observed that in 26% of the cases, the fetal deaths were due to problems...

If you have just had a baby and you want to know when you will have menstruation again, it is difficult to be guided only by breastfeeding. After pregnancy it can not be assured if the first thing to come will be the period or ovulation. Below you have an index with all the points that we will discuss in this article. Index Ovulation after pregnancy 1. First ovulation after childbirth 2. Symptoms of ovulation after pregnancy First ovulation after childbirth The period of time from the day after delivery until the first menstruation is known as the puerperium. Its duration depends on many things, among others, the time of breastfeeding. During the period of lactation the level of prolactin (hormone that stimulates the production of breast milk) increases rapidly. This blocks the secretion of FSH which would stimulate the ovaries. That is why in most cases infertility is maintained during the time that full breastfeeding lasts. During breastfeeding the growth of the follicles ...

Childbirth is the process by which the birth of the baby occurs and therefore, it means the end of pregnancy. Although the natural form is vaginal or eutocic delivery (without medical intervention), there are also many dystocic births, the most common being cesarean delivery. Vaginal delivery can be done with or without epidural anesthesia, so it is not always correct to call it natural birth. Below you have an index with all the points that we will discuss in this article. Index Childbirth: preparation, types and possible complications 1. Types of birth 1.1. Vaginal delivery 1.2. Delivery with forceps 1.3. Delivery with suction cup 1.4. Caesarean section 1.5. Premature delivery 2. Preparation for childbirth 3. Duration of delivery 4. Labor with or without epidural 5. Questions from users 5.1. What are the advantages of childbirth in the water? 5.2. Is homebirth recommended? 5.3. What are the particular characteristics of the twin delivery? 5.4. What is ...

The concept of preterm birth or preterm delivery according to the WHO refers to that birth that occurs before the 37th week of pregnancy. Generally, the consequences and complications of a premature birth are less how much more developed the newborn is, that is, a premature delivery of 36 weeks carries less danger to the baby than one that occurs at 34 weeks. Below you have an index with all the points that we will discuss in this article. Index Premature delivery: definition, causes and symptoms 1. What is premature birth? 2. Causes 3. Risk factors 3.1. Maternal risk factors 3.2. Gestational risk factors 4. Symptoms 5. Diagnostic tests 5.1. Measurement of the cervix 5.2. Detection of fetal fibronectin 6. Treatment before a possible premature birth 7. Premature babies and special care 8. Questions from users 8.1. Do they give you the same sick leave when a premature birth occurs? 8.2. What kind of food should a premature baby bring? 8.3. What weight was...