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Birth Tales075 - Molly | positive induction, continuity of care, dilapan rods, ARM, failed epiduralIn today's episode we're hearing from Molly about her daughter's birth. Having loved being pregnant, the biggest challenge she faced was deciding whether or not to accept an induction. Molly talks us through her decision-making process and shares her experience of the different stages of her labour in the hospital. She reflects on the importance of feeling well supported, the brilliant care she received throughout and how that helped her come away from the experience feeling really positive, even with a failed epidural along the way. It's so lovely to be able to share a genuinely positive...
2025-12-1856 min
The Early Momming PodcastLabor & Delivery 101: Stages, Inductions & Epidurals (with Dr. Kate White)Erica (32 weeks!) and Hillary kick things off with a bump update, a baby-shower wardrobe saga, and a funny "am I late…or pregnant?!" moment—then OB-GYN Dr. Kate White joins to walk first-time moms through Labor & Delivery 101. We cover: – Stages of labor in plain English (what Braxton Hicks really are, and the 5-1-1 rule) – When to head to the hospital vs. when it's okay to wait – Pain management options: preparing for unmedicated birth, when to ask for an epidural, what "too late" actually means, and non-pharmacologic tools (showers, TENS, nitrous where available) – Induction 10...
2025-09-291h 40
Induction: Labour of LoveBitesized: Outpatient induction of labourToday’s topic is outpatient induction of labour, a hot topic in many UK maternity units. This episode features discussions from a DILAPAN-S peer-sharing event, where midwives and obstetricians exchange insights on induction-related topics. Tune in as they cover patient criteria differences between hospitals, how induction methods can influence these, and the importance of providing adequate information for women and birthing people to make informed choices. They also explore the benefits of allowing patients to spend part of their induction in a familiar environment.Don’t forget to like and subscribe!Learn more about DILAPAN-S: www.dilapan.com
2025-02-1008 minInduction: Labour of LoveBitesized: Patient choice in labour induction
Today’s topic is about patient choice in the context of labour induction. We look at how factors such as the way we discuss methods with women and birthing people, their past birth experiences, and the practical experience of the healthcare professionals looking after them can all significantly impact choice.
Learn more about DILAPAN-S: www.dilapan.com
2024-11-0811 minInduction: Labour of LoveBitesized: Auditing patient feedback
In this episode of "Induction: Labour of Love," we dive into the vital process of auditing patient feedback. Join us as we explore how healthcare professionals use feedback to improve induction experiences and enhance patient care. Featuring insights from experts and real-life patient stories, this episode is a must-watch for anyone in the field of obstetrics and beyond.
Learn more about DILAPAN-S: www.dilapan.com
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2024-10-2410 minInduction: Labour of LoveBitesized: Successful Outpatient IOLToday we discuss how UK maternity units are implementing successful outpatient programmes. Many are calling it the future of induction for its potential to alleviate strain on hospital resources while enhancing patient experience. We dissect the outcomes of outpatient induction trials, such as HOMECARE, showcasing reduced hospital stays and costs with DILAPAN-S. Listen to insights from healthcare professionals like Lauren Day from Cardiff, who underscores the role of patient education in outpatient success, and Rachel Fulton from North Cumbria, sharing initial ARM success improvements in their outpatient cohort.
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2024-05-2009 minInduction: Labour of LoveBitesized: IOL Challenges and Solutions
Exploring the challenges UK hospitals face in labour induction and their solutions. We delve into how they’re managing the surging induction rate and the complexities of integrating new induction methods.Listen as midwives and matrons like Kate Conway from Royal Surrey Hospital share strategies to overcome staff resistance and foster culture change, and how Rachel Fulton from North Cumbria emphasises patient education and managing expectations for improved satisfaction. Gain insights from success stories like Cardiff, where positive reinforcement and tailored training transformed attitudes.Join the conversation: Share your own experiences and insights using the answer button on Spotify.
2024-05-1314 minInduction: Labour of LoveIOL insights: Midwives Peer-Sharing (North UK)How can we reduce the pressure on maternity staff with ever-growing induction of labour rates in the UK? In this episode, obstetric consultants and midwives discuss what factors have had the biggest positive impact in their hospital, how they're dealing with the pressure, and what one piece of advice they would give to other hospitals in the UK.
2023-10-0349 minInduction: Labour of LoveIOL Insights: Midwives Peer-Sharing (East and Midlands UK)How can you reduce your workload, increase your outpatient IOL rate, and make IOL a midwife-led procedure? A panel of obstetric consultants and midwives answer these questions and more in the 2nd episode of Induction: Labour of Love.
2023-07-3141 minInduction: Labour of LoveIOL insights: Midwives Peer-sharing (South UK)How can you make a difference in your hospital? Tune in to the new Induction: Labour of Love podcast, which we're kicking off with out first peer-sharing session. Learn from a panel of 8 hospitals about how they overcame challenges in their unit, and hear their best tips and tricks on how to make improvements in induction of labour in your own hospital.
2023-06-2631 min
Evidence Based Birth®EBB 253 - Preparing for a 38-week Labor Induction due to Intrauterine Growth Restriction with Leah Bergman, EBB Childbirth Class GraduateIn this episode we talk with Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Class graduate, Leah Bergman about her experiences navigating a recommended 38-week induction due to a diagnosis of Intrauterine Growth Restriction. Leah Bergman is a new mom and has recently made the decision to leave her full-time job as a church musician to be able to dedicate more time to her family and raising her daughter. When she's not involved in music or busy with the baby, Leah enjoys cooking, knitting, coloring, sewing, and going on walks with her husband, Gunnar, and dog, Winnie. In this e...
2023-02-0135 min
VillaCastVillaCast #035 - Métodos para indução do partoVocê conhece todos os métodos de indução do parto? Em qual momento devem ser utilizados? "Métodos de Indução do Parto: balão, dilapan, prostaglandina ou ocitocina?” Quando eles devem ser utilizados? Quais são os riscos e os benefícios, e as suas indicações? Aprenda e tire suas dúvidas, hoje, com as médicas ginecologistas e obstetras do DreamTeam, Dra. Quésia Villamil e Dra. Juliana Dutra.
2021-10-1256 min
HebammensalonGeburtseinleitung: Wenn die Wehen auf sich warten lassenSissi und Kareen erklären was euch bei einer (medikamentösen) Einleitung der Geburt erwartet.Neun Monate fiebern schwangere Frauen auf ihn hin - den ET. Der Entbindungstermin trifft allerdings nur in den seltensten Fällen auf den Tag genau zu. Setzen die Wehen nicht selbstständig ein, muss die Geburt künstlich eingeleitet werden. Sissi und Kareen erklären in welchen Fällen dies notwenig wird und was auf die Gebärenden, in diesen Stunden, zukommt. Außerdem bekommt ihr eine Übersicht zu nicht medikamentösen Alternativen. Geballtes Hebammen-Wissen für eine sichere und selbstbestimmte Geburt.WERBUNG
2021-08-231h 31
Evidence Based Birth®EBB 153 – Pros and Cons of the Foley and Dilapan-S® for Cervical Ripening During an InductionIn this episode, I will talk about cervical ripening, the Bishop score, and some "mechanical" ways to ripen the cervix. More specifically, we'll talk about the advantages and disadvantages of cervical osmotic dilators (including Dilapan-S®), and using the Foley balloon for cervical ripening. Get on the wait list for the Pocket Guide here: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/pocket-guide-wait-list/ References on Cervical Ripening: Curran, M. (2020). Bishop Score Calculator. Click here. Kolkman, D. G. E., Verhoeven, C. J. M., Brinkhorst, S. J., et al. (2013). Bishop score as a predictor of labor induction success: a systematic review. American J...
2020-11-1828 min