E30: What is the APGAR Score?

Send us Fan MailWe are here to decode the APGAR score for you, shedding light on how this quick but thorough assessment paints a picture of your newborn's health. You'll gain insights into what exactly happens as your precious bundle takes their very first breaths, and why those initial moments are so critical.You don't have to be a medical professional to understand the five key elements of an APGAR score—activity, pulse, grimace, appearance, and respiration. Today's session is packed with anecdotes and the kind of knowledge only years of hands-on experience can provide. So, whether you're a parent-to-be, a birth worker, or simply fascinated by the wonders of life's beginnings, tune in to the Ordinary Doula Podcast. Together, let's celebrate every birth story and arm ourselves with the wisdom to make those first minutes as joyful and informed as possible.Visit our website, here: https://hatchednlatched.com/Follow us on Facebook at Hatched & LatchedFollow us on Instagram at @hatchenlatchedShow CreditsHost: Angie Rosier Music: Michael Hicks Photographer: Toni WalkerEpisode Artwork: Nick Greenwood Producer: Gillian Rosier FramptonVoiceover: Ryan Parker