Midwifery Today Second Stage

An Overview of Upright Positions During Second Stage Labor

by Jeri Layer June 1, 2011

Not only do upright positions work with gravity, offering numerous benefits to mother and baby, but they also have an interesting history. Layer uncovers the story behind their wane in popularity during the 18th century and relatively recent resurgence.

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Why Wait Until Second Stage?

by Carol Gray June 1, 2011

Learn how therapeutic bodywork techniques can help baby achieve the optimal position prior to birth, as well as address Torticollis and Plagiocephaly after birth.

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Birth from Baby’s View

by Jean Sutton June 1, 2011

Author Jean Sutton takes you back to basics, reviewing the few simple conditions needed for the safest birth, and challenges the notion that deliberate pushing is necessary for a smooth second stage.