Vaginal delivery of a breech baby.(Women's Health Advisor 2005)

In this discussion you will learn what a breech baby is and what the risks are for a breech delivery. You will find out when it is considered safe to allow a vaginal delivery of a breech baby and what your health care provider will do to make sure the delivery goes smoothly.

What is a breech baby?

A breech baby is a baby in the breech position in the uterus. This means that the baby is in a position where the bottom, knees, or feet would come out before the head in a delivery through the vagina (birth canal).

How will I know if my baby is breech?

If your baby is in the breech position, you may feel the baby's head moving under your ...

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