The Induction Crisis

Join us on this episode with Dr. Eileen Li, PT, DPT, L.Ac, as we delve into the intricate dance of Eastern and Western medicine, unraveling their unique roles in nurturing women's health, pregnancy, and postpartum recovery.

Don’t be a statistic. Steering clear of unnecessary cesarean sections begins with saying no to unnecessary inductions. Trust the natural process and prioritize informed decisions.

Join us as we uncover the factors contributing to the rising trend of induction int he US and empower you with knowledge to make informed decisions about your own labor and delivery.

Join us as we delve into a pressing issue that demands our immediate attention – the alarming surge in induction rates across the United States. While inductions can be medically necessary and life-saving in some cases, the current trend suggests a crisis that deserves a critical examination.

0:00 – TikTok for finding medical advice? 4:40 – Connection with patient/doctor 5:50 – I’m going to stop delivering babies 6:30 – Women have fewer options than men 8:30 – Insurance companies messing with prescriptions 9:50 – Trust vs reality. The sad truth of healthcare. 11:30 – Why are so many patients dealing with complications? 14:15 – Listening is most of the job

Previous episode on the ARRIVE Trial: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/7Y55pJxLrtb

Our new workshop is live! The No Induction Workshop is designed to help you have a calm, empowered, birth experience on your terms. https://noinduction.com/p/no-induction In This Episode 0:00 – Patient talk 2:30 – New educational platform 5:30 – Use your BRAINS 14:00 – I’m shocked when I read the comments 15:00 – My induction was great! 16:00 – I don’t know sh*t about labor 17:30 – The experience matters 19:00 – How to handle physicians 26:00 – Pushing with the doctor 30:30 – Deliver your own baby

In some countries, episiotomies are still common practice. In Taiwan, the rate is nearly 100 percent. Thankfully here in the US the numbers are way down, but some doctors still use this procedure. If you're looking for an OBGYN, ask them how often they perform episiotomies. 

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Table of Contents 0:00 – ARRIVE trial 1:15 – Risk of stillbirth 4:27 – Indications for Induction – Advanced Maternal Age 9:30 – Chronic Hypertension 12:06 – What happens at the end of pregnancy? 15:00 – How to stay calm and buy time 16:35 – Why I’m on TikTok