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Hi. I have a couple of questions about caesarean births. Do women still have their pubic and abdomen hair shaved during this procedure, or is that not done in hospitals anymore? Also, how is the catheter inserted in the bladder? Thanks
Generally, the hair is shaved at the top of the pubic hair line, where the incision is made. Usually a Foley catheter is used, and is usually inserted after the mom has the spinal or epidural in place.
Local practices may vary; I would suggest that you ask your doctor or midwife what the procedure is in your area.
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Dorothy H, LCCE
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As a certified childbirth educator and birth doula, I can answer questions dealing with preparing for birth, childbirth classes, pregnancy, what happens during labor and birth, doulas, VBAC, natural childbirth, cesarean birth, interventions in labor, labor, birth, helping someone through labor, concerns or fears about labor and birth, doulas, breastfeeding, and other topics dealing with pregnancy, labor, and birth.
Experience
Since 2004, I have taught childbirth education classes focused on helping couples gain confidence, make decisions for their birth, and give them tools for helping them get the birth they want. Since 2004, I have also attended births in local hospitals as a birth doula (as of 8/10, I have attended 120 births) so I am able to see firsthand what is working in helping couples deal with labor. I am also a mom of five children, and have various birth experiences myself, including unmedicated birth and a cesarean.
Organizations
Lamaze International
DONA International
Publications
International Doula Magazine
Education/Credentials
I am a Lamaze-certified childbirth educator.
I am a DONA-certified birth doula.
Past/Present Clients
I work with approximately 4-6 couples a month with my childbirth classes.
I attend 2 births a month with doula clients.
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