The Bottom Line New research from Boston Medical Center shows that implementing a standardized process for cesarean deliveries, or C-sections, performed out of concern for the fetus significantly improved outcomes, increasing the rate of healthier babies immediately...
The Bottom Line Hourly evaluation and documentation during the second stage of labor (the pushing stage) decreased cesarean delivery rate, maternal blood loss, and led to shorter duration of the pushing stage. Context Women giving birth in the U.S. have a higher risk...