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Water Use During Labor and Birth
Water Use During Labor and Birth
Will I Receive Email Reminders?
Let's Get to Know Each Other
Trouble Shooting Tips
Instructions, Copyright, and Disclaimers
Foundations of Hydrotherapy in Childbirth
Why is This Topic Important? (4:05)
History and Global Use of Water in Labor and Birth (3:04)
Cultural and Spiritual Significance of Water (3:07)
Trends and Statistics in Water Birth Utilization (2:30)
Overview of Professional Guidelines (ACOG, ACNM, RCM, WHO, etc.) (4:29)
Water Use During Labor and Birth Considerations (20:39)
Benefits and Risks
Evidence Based Benefits for Laboring Mothers and Newborns (3:09)
Psychological Effects and Comfort Measures (3:06)
Contraindications and Risk Factors (10:01)
Debunking Common Myths and Fears (5:22)
Physiology and Safety Considerations
Thermoregulation and Hydration (4:49)
Uterine Activity and Fetal Wellbeing in Water (6:41)
Infection Control and Water Quality Standards (4:13)
Neonatal Safety, Thermoregulation, and Respiration at Birth (6:28)
Clinical Decision Making and Risk Screening
Criteria for Safe Candidacy (3:48)
Informed Consent and Documentation (1:10)
Responding to Complications and Emergencies (4:51)
Managing VBAC, GBS+, Meconium, Twins, Breech, and More (6:10)
Setting Up for Success
Equipment and Supplies Needed (9:28)
Facility Protocols Versus Home Birth Setup (5:00)
Clean Up and Infection Control Procedures (5:20)
Roles of Support Team (Partner, Family, and Doulas) (3:37)
Interdisciplinary Team Roles
Roles of Midwives, Nurses, OBs, and Birth Assistants (3:49)
Scope of Practice and Collaborative Care (5:36)
Communication and Shared Decision Making (3:53)
Navigating Resistance in Institutional Settings (4:04)
Waterbirth in Hospitals, Birth Centers, and Homes
Integrating Water Use in Various Birth Settings (6:37)
Creating a Calm, Therapeutic Environment (7:13)
Institutional Policy Development and Advocacy (4:23)
Billing, Liability, and Documentation (3:49)
Practical Tools and Skills
Supporting Positioning and Mobility in Water (4:44)
Monitoring Techniques: Doppler and Waterproof CTG (6:35)
Emergency Drills: Shoulder Dystocia, PPH, and Neonatal Resuscitation (8:56)
Cord Management and Gentle Handling Techniques (5:43)
Case Studies and Scenarios
Case Reviews from Home, Hospital, and Birth Center Births (4:52)
Ethical Dilemmas and Critical Thinking Exercises (5:43)
Role Play and Scenario Analysis for Decision Making (4:27)
Voices From families: Testimonials and Reflections (5:50)
Bringing It Into Practice
Developing Personal Protocols and Checklists (3:52)
Educating Clients About Water Birth Options (3:56)
Marketing and Discussing Hydrotherapy in Consultations (6:11)
Creating Community Awareness and Access (3:41)
Conclusion
Key Takeaways (5:35)
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