Empowered Pregnancy Podcast

Your Pregnancy Coach Says Skip the Useless Cervical Check: Birth Interventions to Decline- Part 3

May 23, 2024 Lisa Villani Season 1 Episode 3
Your Pregnancy Coach Says Skip the Useless Cervical Check: Birth Interventions to Decline- Part 3
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Empowered Pregnancy Podcast
Your Pregnancy Coach Says Skip the Useless Cervical Check: Birth Interventions to Decline- Part 3
May 23, 2024 Season 1 Episode 3
Lisa Villani

Are Weekly Cervical Checks Really Necessary?
This episode gets real about the routine use of weekly cervical checks in pregnancy. I dive into the science (or lack thereof) behind these exams, exploring:

  • The supposed benefits (spoiler alert: they're questionable)
  • What research actually says (think "meh")
  • Potential downsides, including discomfort and infection risk
  • Why your body is the ultimate birth guide

PLUS: Learn empowering alternatives to cervical checks and how to confidently say "no thanks" to unnecessary interventions.

This episode is for mamas who want to take charge of their birth journey and trust their inner wisdom. Tune in and discover a more informed and empowered approach to pregnancy!

More questions about pelvic exams and how to navigate tricky conversations with your practitioner? DM me over on IG @empoweredbirthcoaching I'd love to hear from you!

Want more practical tips on how to achieve a natural, low-intervention birth? Grab my weekly newsletter- no spam just tons of facts. Sign up here.

If you're loving this content, it would mean EVERYTHING to me if you would hit the Subscribe button right now, and leave me a rating and a review. This quick submission will enter you to win a 1:1 virtual coaching call with yours truly ($127 value) for free. Just upload a screenshot of your review here!

Are you ready to take charge of your pregnancy and make your dream birth a reality? I'm your coach! Get my weekly newsletter and take advantage of free resources and birth prep tips.

Show Notes

Are Weekly Cervical Checks Really Necessary?
This episode gets real about the routine use of weekly cervical checks in pregnancy. I dive into the science (or lack thereof) behind these exams, exploring:

  • The supposed benefits (spoiler alert: they're questionable)
  • What research actually says (think "meh")
  • Potential downsides, including discomfort and infection risk
  • Why your body is the ultimate birth guide

PLUS: Learn empowering alternatives to cervical checks and how to confidently say "no thanks" to unnecessary interventions.

This episode is for mamas who want to take charge of their birth journey and trust their inner wisdom. Tune in and discover a more informed and empowered approach to pregnancy!

More questions about pelvic exams and how to navigate tricky conversations with your practitioner? DM me over on IG @empoweredbirthcoaching I'd love to hear from you!

Want more practical tips on how to achieve a natural, low-intervention birth? Grab my weekly newsletter- no spam just tons of facts. Sign up here.

If you're loving this content, it would mean EVERYTHING to me if you would hit the Subscribe button right now, and leave me a rating and a review. This quick submission will enter you to win a 1:1 virtual coaching call with yours truly ($127 value) for free. Just upload a screenshot of your review here!

Are you ready to take charge of your pregnancy and make your dream birth a reality? I'm your coach! Get my weekly newsletter and take advantage of free resources and birth prep tips.