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Shoulder dystocia
An overview of this labor complication

Forceps
There are hundreds of forceps in existence today with variations in the design of the four basic parts of a forcep. Here are photos of sevaral popular styles.

Forceps Delivery
Michael G Ross, MD, Marie Helen Beall, MD, Aram Bonni, MD, Michael G Ross, MD, MPH

ACOG VBAC Guidelines
In 1994 the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) published updated guidelines for a vaginal birth after a cesarean. In the guides physicians are strongly encouraged to counsel and encourage women to plan labor rather than schedule a repeat surgery.

APGAR Scoring for Newborns
APGAR scoring explained

Benefits and risks of episiotomy: A review of the English-language literature since 1980
The professional literature on the benefits and risks of episiotomy was last reviewed critically in 1983, encompassing material published through 1980. The purpose of this paper is to review the evidence accumulated since then. By Robert J. Woolley, MD 

The Bradley Method®
American Academy of Husband-Coached Childbirth® provides communication Services, Resource Information, Film Showings, Lectures, Workshops, and National Affiliation for teachers.  

Cesarean Section -- A Brief History
This material is taken from the brochure issued to accompany an exhibit at the National Library of Medicine in Bethesda, MD.  

Cesarean Section Home Page
The best known collection on the Internet for cesarean section related information.  

Circumcision Information and Resource Pages
Providing information about all aspects of the genital surgery known as circumcision.  

Cord Blood Gases to Determine Umbilical Artery Acid-Base
Protocol: APGAR scores alone can-not be used to define or classify asphyxia. The more appropriate tool is the assessment of fetal and newborn acid-base balance. A review of fetal and neonatal acid-base regulation and its response to acute or chronic hypoxic stress is needed for properly interpreting fetal capillary or umbilical cord blood pH and other measurements.

Group B Streptococcal Infections
Group B streptococcus (GBS) is a type of bacterium that causes illness in newborn babies, pregnant women, the elderly, and adults with other illnesses, such as diabetes or cancer. GBS is the most common cause of life-threatening infections in newborns.  

Lactation Education Resources
The source for lactation management education for professionals.  

Misoprostol (Cytotec) for Cervical Ripening and Induction of Labor
By Myer S. Bornstein, M.D. and Don Shuwarger, M.D., F.A.C.O.G., OBGYN.net Editorial Advisors, Protocol: Misoprostol (Cytotec) is a synthetic PGE1 analogue. This article explains its use in cervical ripening and induction of labor.

NCHS - Publications and Information Products -Monthly Vital Statistics Reports, Rates of Cesarean Birth and Vaginal Birth After Previous Cesarean, 1991-95
Live births by method of delivery and rates of cesarean delivery and vaginal birth after previous cesarean delivery, by race of mother: United States, 1989-1994

The Newborn Immune System and Immunological Benefits of Breastmilk  

Perinatal Nursing Discussion List
This list was created in October 1995 for global networking among perinatal nursing colleagues, and has become a friendly forum for the discussion of perinatal nursing practice, education, and research. This is a place to ask questions, share information, propose ideas and offer support. While the list was created for nurses, membership is open to other interested perinatal caregivers or industry colleagues. There are now over 500 listmembers, representing 8 countries.  

Pitocin Frequently Asked Questions
Discusses several different aspects of pitocin. Also discusses alternatives to pitocin, Active Management of Labor (AML).

Postpartum Depression
From The Female Patient -- August, 1997. Despite the recent growth in publicity, postpartum depression is still all too often unrecognized or cavalierly dismissed. However, this common disorder is readily diagnosed and treated by the primary care physician who is willing to take the most basic measures.  

Rhesus Disease, Rh Disease, Red Cell Alloimmunization 

Vaginal Birth After Cesarean Section Bibliography 
Bibliography compiled primarily by: Philip J. Rosenow, M.D.; HTML and additions by: Ken Turkowski, research scientist.

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