Today we’re breaking down the nuances of the third stage of labor. I sat down with Miri Halliday, a certified professional midwife and owner of Spokane River Birth Center in Washington. We get into the many facets of the third stage of labor, from the delivery of the placenta to commonly debated interventions like Pitocin and cord traction. Miri demystifies these conversations, shedding light on their pros, cons, and the nuances that make each birth unique. Drawing from her extensive experience in both the UK and the US, Miri shares invaluable insights that can help parents prepare for this final stage of labor. Whether you're preparing for your own birth or just curious about what happens after the baby arrives, this episode is packed with practical advice and thoughtful discussion around the third stage of labor.

Helpful Timestamps:

• 00:20 Meet Miri: A Certified Professional Midwife
• 08:37 The Third Stage of Labor
• 20:25 Pitocin Use and Postpartum Depression
• 26:28 Pitocin in Hemorrhage Management
• 26:54 Pitocin in Different Stages of Labor
• 28:19 Personal Birth Experience with Pitocin
• 30:03 Cord Traction in Placenta Delivery
• 31:27 Gentle Cord Traction vs. Aggressive Pulling
• 36:56 Provider Trust and Birth Nuances
• 43:48 Social Media and Birth Information
• 48:19 The Importance of a Supportive Birth Team

• Follow her on Instagram: @miri_the_birth_nerd

Lo Mansfield, MSN, RNC-OB, CLC is a registered nurse, mama of 4, and a birth, baby, and motherhood enthusiast. She is both the host of the Lo & Behold podcast and the founder of The Labor Mama.

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