282 Understanding Vasa Previa, VCI and MCI Rare umbilical cord insertions with OBGYN Nathan Riley

Join HeHe and Dr. Nathan Riley as they delve into the complexities of Marginal Cord Insertion (MCI), Velamentous Cord Insertion (VCI), and Vasa Previa, rare conditions that affect the umbilical cord's attachment to the placenta. Dr. Riley explains these conditions in detail, discusses their implications for labor and delivery, and provides guidance on how to manage them. Learn about the risks, potential complications, and how to have informed discussions with healthcare providers. This episode is packed with valuable insights for expectant mothers and birth workers alike. You won't want to miss it! 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:57 Understanding VCI and MCI 01:58 Diagnosing Cord Insertions 03:22 Risk Factors and Associations 07:50 Impact on Labor and Delivery 24:28 Nutritional and Lifestyle Considerations 30:58 Midwife vs. OBGYN: Understanding Different Approaches 31:42 Diagnosing and Managing Marginal Cord Insertion 33:06 Induction Decisions: Weighing the Options 35:16 Natural Induction Methods: Gentle Approaches 37:53 Understanding Vasa Previa: Risks and Realities 45:06 Navigating Low Intervention Births with Diagnoses 50:52 Community and Support: A New Consultation Model 52:14 Upcoming Conference: Learning and Networking Opportunities 55:25 Empowering Doulas: Knowledge and Advocacy 56:52 Conclusion and Resources Guest Bio: Dr. Nathan Riley is a holistic obgyn providing patient-centered, freedom-focused practice helping women find their healing signal through the noise. He also helps women birth on their own terms. INSTAGRAM: Connect with HeHe on IG:   / tranquilitybyhehe   Connect with HeHe on YouTube:    / @hehestewart   Connect with Nathan on IG:   / nathanrileyobgyn   BIRTH EDUCATION: Join The Birth Lounge here for judgment-free childbirth education that prepares you for an informed birth and how to confidently navigate hospital policy to have a trauma-free labor experience: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/ Download The Birth Lounge App for birth & postpartum prep delivered straight to your phone: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/app-do... LINKS/resources MENTIONED: Connect with Dr. Nathan Riley here: http://Www.belovedholistics.com Twin & Breech Conference: https://www.bornfreetwinsbreech.com/ References: Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand - 2015 - Ebbing - Third stage of labor risks in velamentous and marginal cord insertion a.pdf: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uYgo... Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand - 2016 - Ebbing - Velamentous or marginal cord insertion and the risk of spontaneous preterm.pdf: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JdUN... marginal and velamentous outcomes.pdf: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ou8s... velamentous cord.pdf: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ADJ6...