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Eating While in Labor

2024/4/29
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Preggie Pals: Your Pregnancy, Your Way

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Most women have been told not to eat anything while in labor, but why? What are the risks to both you and your baby? How do current guidelines vary for vaginal versus cesarean births? Today we'll discuss why most medical providers restrict what you can eat and drink prior to the birth of your baby, and you'll learn more about a new study indicating a light meal during labor can actually be helpful for low-risk pregnancies. 

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