In today’s episode, I’m chatting with obstetrician and gynaecologist, Dr. Kara Thompson. Kara absolutely loves coming to work and being a part of women’s pregnancy journeys. She works in the public hospital system in Melbourne and Geelong specialising in high-risk pregnancies. Kara is a co-host with Dr. Alex Umbers of the Pregnancy Uncut podcast, sharing the untold and sometimes traumatic pregnancy stories that haven’t gone to plan. Kara is passionate about supporting women to make informed decisions about their birth and I can’t wait for you to hear her expert advice.
This episode is all about induction and birth. Kara discusses in depth why a woman might need an induction, the different processes the doctor and patient will undertake, the risk of an instrumental birth, and how long it takes to induce someone. She will also run us through why the rates of induction are increasing, the risks involved, and why it may be necessary.
Kara’s expert knowledge is so important to help empower women to make the right choice for their individual birth journey. This is especially true as currently every second woman having her first baby is being offered an induction.
It all comes down to whether it’s safer to keep waiting for labour to happen naturally or if it’s better for baby and Mum if it happens sooner. Kara talks about the potential reasons contributing to increasing the rate of inductions, these include maternal age, medical problems going into pregnancy, diabetes in pregnancy, and women’s approach to induction.
There are different types of inductions - it’s not a one size fits all approach. So sit back and listen to Kara thoroughly explain the role of induction in birth and consider if it may be the best option for you if the time comes.
LINKS:
Podcast Pregnancy Uncut | Podcast on Spotify
Instagram @pregnancy_uncut
Facebook @pregnancy.uncut
Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist
Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts
Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts
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LINKS:
Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist
Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts
Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts
Instagram @kathbaquie.physio
1:1 Consultation with Physio Kath at Hatched House
** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition.
