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[1.10] Lauryn asks whether having a long cervix and previous family history might impact her chances of having a vaginal birth.
[1.52] Dr Pat talks about how family history is not generally a predictor in this situation.
[6.41] Jamie asks about the pros and cons for each option of birthing the placenta, she also asks about the pros and cons of using syntocinon to help with the birthing of the placenta.
[7.55] Dr Pat talks about the prevention of postpartum haemorrhage compared to just treating the postpartum haemorrhage when it occurs.
[15.32] Anonymous asks whether there is anything she can do to make her new labour go faster after having a stalled labour for her first birth.
[16.56] Dr Pat commends this listener on her knowledge and her actions in this situation.
[18.40] Dr Pat talks about the statistics and outcomes of second and subsequent labours and births.
[21.37] Katie asks about irritable uterus and what can cause it and whether it can be prevented.
[23.05] Dr Pat talks about how the cause of irritable uterus is not known and how because of this, ways to prevent it are also not known. Dr Pat also talks about some of the treatments that might be used.
We work and live on Wadawarrung land. We acknowledge the Elders, past present and emerging.
We also acknowledge the rich birthing history of aboriginal women and the connection to country that this has been and always will be.
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