Birthing Instincts

#276 RhoGAM + Rh Factor Explained


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After sharing a couple of listener stories, Dr. Stu and Blyss unpack Dr. Sara Wickham’s book on Anti-D, RhoGAM, and Rh factor. They dive into the implications of routinely giving RhoGAM to all Rh-negative pregnant women, and how there is a lack of research trials and data on RhoGAM. You may get aggravated, you may get p*ssed, but as always, Dr. Stu and Blyss are here to provide informed consent and empower you to choose what’s best for your family.


In this episode of Birthing Instincts:

  • Listener stories: “held hostage at the hospital” & breech maneuvers 
  • California’s recent bill: punishing doctors for spreading “false information”
  • How Anti-D is a medicine made from blood
  • Tests to consider before receiving RhoGAM
  • 4 key side effects of RhoGAM
  • The lack of current research & safety data on RhoGAM


This show is supported by:

  • LMNT | Go to drinklmnt.com/birthinginstincts to get a free sample pack!


Resources:

  • Book: Anti-D Explained by Dr. Sara Wickham 2021
  • Electric bike: lectricebikes.com 


Connect with Dr. Stu:

  • Instagram: @birthinginstincts
  • Website: birthinginstincts.com


Connect with Blyss:

  • Instagram: @birthingblyss
  • Website: birthingblyss.com



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