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Assisted Delivery
Assisted delivery methods are used to help your doctor deliver your baby when a normal vaginal delivery becomes unsafe or impossible. The three types of assisted delivery include cesarean section ...
pregnancy.emedtv.com/delivery/assisted-delivery.html
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Upside: Good article on various assisted delivery techniques like cesarean section, forceps or vacuum delivery
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Small Pelvis? Here’s The Truth About Cephalopelvic Disproportion
(CPD) A diagnosis of CPD (cephalopelvic disproportion) is where the baby’s head is thought to be too large to pass through the woman’s pelvis.
www.bellybelly.com.au/articles/birth/small-pelvis-big-baby-cpd
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Upside: Excellent article with very detailed information about CPD
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Delivery Complications
Although serious complications are rare during labor, one cannot completely ignore the fact that some complications can arise at this time.
pregnancy.ygoy.com/pregnancy-delivery/complications.php
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Upside: Good summary of specific complications and resources
Downside: Limited number of items covered
Vacuum and forceps during birth - Video
www.babycenter.com/2_vacuum-and-forceps-during-birth_3656512.bc
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Upside: Video about assisted birth: 3:44 min
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Forceps Delivery & Vacuum Extraction
Forceps delivery Forceps are tong-shaped instruments that can help ease the baby out of the birth canal. These instruments are used to cradle the baby’s head in the vagina and turn the baby into a ...
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Upside: Excellent detail on forceps delivery and vacuum births
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Assisted Delivery
Sometimes mother and baby may need a little help near the end of delivery. Near the end of the pushing stage, it may be apparent that mother and baby need a little extra help for a successful ...
www.americanpregnancy.org/labornbirth/assisteddelivery.html
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Upside: Very good overview on possible assisted delivery procedure including vacuum suction and forceps
Downside: Limited links for additional depth
Vacuum Extraction
Gentle suction can sometimes help a baby out. An alternative to forceps delivery is a vacuum extractor — a metal or plastic cup attached to the baby's head that uses suction to help guide him or her ...
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Upside: Detailed explanation on vacuum extraction deliveries
Downside: Confusing links on page for more information
When Childbirth Gets Scary
Many labor complications sound worse than they are. We explain 6 of the most common and how your doctor will manage them We all know that giving birth isn't going to be like it is on TV dramas: Your ...
www.fitpregnancy.com/labor_complications_birth/yourpregnancy/967
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Upside: Very detailed article on various pregnancy complications
Downside: Small font
Vacuum Extraction and Forceps Delivery
What is a forceps delivery? A forceps delivery involves the use of twin steel blades (forceps) to assist in the delivery of a baby. During childbirth, the physician inserts the forceps into the ...
my.clevelandclinic.org/healthy_living/Pregnancy/hic_Vacuum_Extraction_and_Forceps_Delivery.aspx
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Upside: Good overview on assisted deliveries
Downside: Limited depth
Childbirth Complications: Breech Birth and Shoulder Dystocia
Pregnancy complications can affect childbirth, increasing the chances of a difficult birth and health risks for both mother and baby. Conditions such as breech birth and shoulder dystocia may require ...
www.pregnancy-facts.com/articles/childbirth/childbirth-complications.php
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Upside: Good, detailed article on breech delivery and shoulder dystocia with an illustration
Downside: Several ads
