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Study Discovers Extreme Price Gap in California Hospital Delivery Costs
Price comparison is something that almost any seasoned mother does to help make ends meet. But...
EXIT Surgery Saves Little Girl’s Life by Helping Her Breathe after Delivery
Just a few short years ago, little Sienna Smith might not have survived her birth, but thanks to...
Study: Cesarean Rates Higher among Privately Insured Patients
Cesarean sections increase healing time and risk of infection or bleeding among mothers. They are...
Study: Two-Thirds of Women Who Attempt VBAC are Successful
If you’ve previously had a Cesarean section but would like to try to attempt a vaginal birth (VBAC)...
Study: Placing Restrictions on Early Deliveries Successfully Drops Early Delivery Rates
Though many pregnancy guides and professionals state that a ivery at 37 weeks is considered full...
Women Who are Overweight Prior to Pregnancy at Greatest Risk for Cesarean Birth, Study Says
Obesity is a rising, worldwide epidemic. According to the World Health Organization, 1.4 billion...
Canadian Maternity Program Decreases Cesarean Rates and Hospital Time for Mothers and Infants
Over the last decade, cesarean rates have increased all over the world; Canada is no exception...
Report: Caesarean Birth Rates Still On The Rise
HealthGrades, an independent health care rating organization, has revealed the number of cesarean...
Danish Study – Labor Induction Not Related to Higher Cesarean Rates
Labor induction has been a topic of debate amongst the medical community during recent years. The...