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EBB 296 - Evidence on Breech Birth with Dr. Rebecca Dekker and Sara Ailshire, MA

Published: Jan. 10, 2024, 7 a.m.

Have you ever wondered why doctors almost always recommend a Cesarean for breech? Is that because breech vaginal birth is dangerous? Which methods can help a breech baby turn? On today\u2019s podcast, join us on a deep dive into the evidence on all things breech!

You\u2019ll walk away with confidence in your knowledge on the following topics:

  • Evidence on Breech Vaginal Birth vs. Breech Cesarean Birth \u2013 How a flawed study (the \u201cTerm Breech Trial\u201d) led to hospitals banning breech vaginal birth around the world, and what other research studies have found about the safety of breech vaginal birth. \xa0
  • Evidence on External Cephalic Version \u2013 Learn about the effectiveness, benefits, and risks of the \u201chands-to-belly\u201d turning procedure, as well as a new, gentler method being piloted by a few obstetricians.
  • Evidence on Alternate Ways to Turn a Breech Baby \u2013 Uncover the evidence on popular ways that parents use to try and turn a breech baby, including moxibustion, chiropractic care, positioning, self-hypnosis, and more!

If you want to get informed and empowered on the topic of breech positioning in pregnancy\u2014either for yourself or for your clients\u2014then this podcast is for you!

Content note: Discussion of statistics on mortality and serious morbidity (illness/injury) related to breech birth.\xa0

EBB Resources:

  • Get all the scientific references and a transcript of this episode here.\xa0
  • Watch the video of this podcast episode (with graphics, demonstrations, and slides) on the EBB YouTube channel\xa0here!\xa0
  • Access the EBB Signature Article: Evidence on Breech Version with a free handout\xa0here.\xa0
  • Join the EBB Pro Membership and get access to contact hours, a doula mentorship, live trainings, and a PDF Library with exclusive handouts (including a 2-page handout on breech) by joining\xa0here.\xa0
  • Learn advocacy techniques through the\xa0EBB Childbirth Class.

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