Birthing Instincts

#398 Bandl's Ring, like life itself, is perplexing


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Before getting into today's topic, Blyss and Dr. Stu discuss the maternity care crisis in California that has been impacting local birth centers. They explain Bandl's Ring more in-depth and explain how it's detected. Bandl's Ring is a constriction in the uterus and a sign of obstructed labor. It obstructs normal labor and can put the lower uterine segment at risk of rupture.

Although Bandl's Ring can be seen (and sometimes felt) during labor and detected using ultrasonography, its symptoms are tricky to identify. At first glance, Bandl's Ring may look like a distended bladder. Anything that leads to obstructed labor, including dehydration, is going to be a risk factor for Bandl's Ring. Therefore, a cesarean section may be necessary to avoid uterine rupture. Tune in to learn more!

In this episode
  • Blyss and Dr. Stu explain what is Bandl's Ring
  • Risk factors of Bandl's Ring
  • Does the baby's position cause Bandl's Ring?
  • How Bandl's Ring is detected (possible symptoms)


Episode resources
  • Traditional Midwife Nomination
  • Article: Midwives Blame California Rules for Hampering Birth Centers Amid Maternity Care Crisis


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