S7 Ep 14 - Meconium with midwife Kelly Sawyer

In this episode I welcome back midwife Kelly Sawyer to discuss meconium. Meconium is baby's first poo, and quite often its presence can lead to a change in your birth plans, moving you to a more medicalised birth. As something that is rarely discussed antenatally, this can blindside parents meaning they're uninformed and unprepared for the implications. We cover what meconium is, what may cause it, what the risks are, why its presence may mean your midwife or doctor recommend medical intervention, and what the evidence is to support those recommendations. https://midwifethinking.com/2015/01/14/the-curse-of-meconium-stained-liquor/ The Better Birth podcast is hosted by hypnobirthing and antenatal teacher Erin Fung. You can find out more about Erin at www.better-birth.co.uk. Disclaimer: The information and provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute medical or legal advice; instead, all information available on this site are for general informational purposes only. We reserve the right to supplement, change or delete any information at any time. The information and materials on the podcast is provided "as is"; no representations are made that the content is error-free. Whilst we have tried to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information we do not warrant or guarantee the accurateness. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the content of the podcast are hereby expressly disclaimed. Your use of content contained in or linked to this podcast is entirely at your own risk. The Better Birth podcast accepts no liability for any loss or damage howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content.