Interview with Dr. Perez the OBGYN: High Risk Pregnancies, Genetic Screenings, & More!

Interview with Dr. Perez the OBGYN: High Risk Pregnancies, Genetic Screenings, & More!

Author: Liesel Teen May 11, 2020 Duration: 1:16:26

In this episode, my friend Marta and I went over some important topics related to high risk pregnancies, genetic screenings, inductions, and more!

Here are the questions we go over!

1. Let's talk about preconception visits. Are they necessary and what exactly does one entail? 2. Genetic screening tests - pros, cons, how invasive, what does it tell you? 3. High risk pregnancies - why you do NST's? What else do you do during a high risk pregnancy? 4. Pros and cons of induction? 5. How are OB's trained? What kind of places do you all work? 6. How do you find a provider who you can trust?

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Liesel Teen, a labor and delivery nurse, hosts Mommy Labor Nurse as a space for honest conversations about pregnancy and birth. Each episode is built on the idea that knowledge can transform fear into confidence for expecting parents. You’ll find a mix of practical, evidence-based discussions on common pregnancy topics, along with interviews featuring a range of birth professionals who share their insights. Perhaps most powerfully, the podcast includes personal birth stories that capture the vast spectrum of real-life experiences, from straightforward deliveries to more complex situations. It’s a resource designed to inform and empower, offering perspectives that help listeners prepare for their own journeys. Remember, the content here is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for personalized medical advice from your own care provider. Join Liesel for these weekly conversations that aim to support you through one of life’s most significant transitions.
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