Birth & Postpartum Q&A | PPD, Pitocin, Cord Clamping, Nubain, Placenta Pills

Welcome to a special Q &A episode of the Evidence Based Birth® Podcast! Today I address some of your burning questions on key childbirth topics! In this episode, I share evidence on the (unproven) relationship between synthetic oxytocin (Pitocin) administration and postpartum depression, the complexities of delayed cord clamping and the power dynamics around requesting delayed cord clamping, the use of Nubain (an IV opioid) for pain relief during labor and its potential impact on babies, and the latest insights into consuming the placenta—whether it's dehydrated, freeze-dried, or consumed raw. EBB Resources: ✅The EBB Pocket Guide to Interventions: https://evidence-based-birth.myshopif... ✅Evidence on: Pitocin During the Third Stage of Labor: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/eviden... ✅Effects of IV Opioids during Labor: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/effect.... ✅The Evidence on Placenta Encapsulation: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/eviden... ✅Watch the video of this podcast episode on the EBB YouTube channel here:    • Overcoming Barriers to Breech Vaginal Birt...   ✅Join the EBB Pro Membership and get access to contact hours, a doula mentorship, live trainings, and a PDF Library with exclusive handouts (including a 2-page handout on breech) by joining here: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/member... ✅Learn advocacy techniques through the EBB Childbirth Class: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/childb... 0:00 Intro 1:23 Pitocin & Postpartum Depression 07:37 Delayed Cord Clamping Dynamics: Delve into the complexities of delayed cord clamping, navigating the power dynamics around it, and understanding who the umbilical cord belongs to while still attached to the placenta. 14:11 Nubain for Labor Pain: Discover the effects of Nubain, an opioid used for pain relief during labor, on both birthing individuals and babies, with insights into when and how it's administered. 17:09 Placenta Consumption Myths: Get the lowdown on consuming the placenta—dehydrated, freeze-dried, or raw. Dr. Dekker shares the latest research findings and separates fact from fiction. Got questions about postpartum depression, Pitocin, or placental encapsulation? You’re not alone. In this honest and informative Q&A, we dive into some of the most misunderstood (and most Googled!) topics around birth and postpartum recovery. In this episode, we’ll answer: 💬 Is there a real link between Pitocin and postpartum depression? ⏳ Should you delay cord clamping — and for how long? 💉 What is Nubain and how does it compare to other pain meds? 🧠 Can placenta encapsulation really help with mood and energy? 🧺 What every parent should know when making these decisions This is a judgment-free space with evidence-based info and compassion. 📣 Share this with a friend who’s pregnant, postpartum, or just curious! 🔔 Subscribe for more real talk about birth, mental health, and motherhood. #postpartumQandA #birthquestions #PPDsupport #pitocin #cordclamping #placentaencapsulation #nubain