Dr. Shweta Patel: Mifepristone vs Misoprostol - What you should know

Dr. Shweta Patel: Mifepristone vs Misoprostol - What you should know

Author: Kelly Hof, BSN, RN: Labor Nurse & Prenatal Coach May 15, 2023 Duration: 52:16
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we discuss medications that help ease the discomfort - both physical and emotional, that women are already overwhelmed with when confronted with the difficult choices of considering ending a pregnancy. We focus on two drugs: mifepristone (RU-486) and misoprostol (cytotec). My guest, Dr. Shweta Patel, an OB/GYN, and reproductive health expert, shares her insights on the different uses, effectiveness, and safety profiles of both medications. Additionally we foc...

There’s a unique space between the raw, personal stories of birth and the clinical advice often given, and that’s exactly where you’ll find Birth Journeys: Birth Stories and Birth Education for Moms & Pregnant Individuals. Hosted by Kelly Hof, a labor nurse and prenatal coach with a background in transformational coaching, this podcast is built on the understanding that knowledge and shared experience are the foundations of confidence. Each episode delves into real, unfiltered birth narratives that cover a vast spectrum of outcomes-from straightforward deliveries to more complex scenarios-illuminating the true realities of bringing a new life into the world. But it doesn’t stop at storytelling. Kelly uses her expertise as a BSN, RN to weave in practical education, helping to demystify the process and address the many physical and mental questions that arise. The result is a resource that fosters genuine healing and builds trust, moving beyond fear to create a sense of preparedness and transparency. Whether you’re seeking solace in another’s story or actionable insights for your own path, this podcast meets you where you are, offering a compassionate blend of evidence-based guidance and profound human connection.
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