EPISODE · Jul 30, 2019 · 39 MIN
Ep31: Pregnancy and GBS (Group B Strep)
from Birth With Power · host Dr. Nicole C. Rankins
GBS a.k.a. group B strep/group B streptococcus is a common bacteria that 15 to 40% of pregnant women carry. This bacteria could hurt your baby during labor and childbirth.In this Episode, I Talk About:What is GBS or Group B StrepHow many pregnant women are affected by itWhy should you care about GBSHow GBS can affect your pregnancy and babyWhat happens to babies who are affected by early-onset GBSThe most common type of GBSRisk-based approach vs. Culture-based approachAlternatives when you’re allergic to penicillinHow the GBS test is done (including self-testing)The racial disparity between black and white babies affected by GBSHow GBS treatment may affect your baby’s microbiomeLinks Mentioned In The Episode:Episode #15: The Gut Microbiome and Your Pregnancy with Dr. Sarina PasrichaCenters for Disease and Prevention (CDC) Prevention of Perinatal Group B Streptococcal Disease: Revised Guidelines from CDC, 2010The American College of Obstetrician and Gynecologist - ACOGAmerican College of Nurse-MidwivesAmerican Academy of PediatricsFull Show Notes: www.ncrcoaching.com/episode31Learn more about donating your cord blood and get up to $100 Amazon gift card! --> thecordbloodgroup.com/drnicoleAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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GBS a.k.a. group B strep/group B streptococcus is a common bacteria that 15 to 40% of pregnant women carry. This bacteria could hurt your baby during labor and childbirth. In this Episode, I Talk About: What is GBS or Group B Strep How many pregnant women are affected by it Why should you care about GBS How GBS can affect your pregnancy and baby What happens to babies who are affected by early-onset GBS The most common type of GBS Risk-based approach vs. Culture-based approach Alternatives when you’re allergic to penicillin How the GBS test is done (including self-testing) The racial disparity between black and white babies affected by GBS How GBS treatment may affect your baby’s microbiome Links Mentioned In The Episode: Episode #15: The Gut Microbiome and Your Pregnancy with Dr. Sarina Pasricha Centers for Disease and Prevention (CDC) Prevention of Perinatal Group B Streptococcal Disease: Revised Guidelines from CDC, 2010 The American College of Obstetrician and Gynecologist - ACOG American College of Nurse-Midwives American Academy of Pediatrics Full Show Notes: www.ncrcoaching.com/episode31 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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