We learned in Episode 4 the history of cord blood clamping and cutting after a baby is born, so now what are the ACOG recommendations and what do we think NOW regarding risks and benefits?

If the risks are so great, then is there a way for our non vigorous babies to receive the blood quickly, before needing to separate?

We will get into cord blood milking and what are the limitations around it. If you need that precious blood for a sibling though, with a blood disease or cancer, for example, what about collecting the blood? We can collect the blood to donate, save in a bank as insurance, or hope it's a match for a sick family member.

What happens after your baby is born has so many decisions that must be made, often way ahead of time. As with so many things in medicine, there are ethical dilemmas around these choices.

Join me in this episode to understand how to navigate your birthing options as well as the benefits and practices of cord blood banking, cord milking, and delayed cord clamping.

For more information on anything you heard today, check the resources below.

01:29 Improving Interview Skills and Seeking Feedback

02:15 The Importance of Feeling Heard in Healthcare

03:37 Bridging the Gap Between Natural and Medical Birth Practices

05:04 Exploring Cord Blood Benefits and Practices

06:47 Delayed Cord Clamping: Benefits and Practices

10:23 Risks and Considerations of Delayed Cord Clamping

15:50 Cord Milking: An Alternative in Emergencies

20:50 Ethical Dilemmas in Cord Blood Banking

26:33 Statistics and Research on Stem Cell Transplants

27:32 Family Medical History and Cord Blood Banking

29:09 Public vs. Private Cord Blood Banking

31:12 Preparing for Cord Blood Collection

33:26 Medical Recommendations and Ethical Considerations

36:20 Discussing Cord Blood Collection with Your Provider

41:28 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

43:28 Closing Remarks and Upcoming Topics

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