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Modern Pregnancy
Debunking the "New" Myths
By Kelly Burgess
This is an ongoing argument in the obstetrics world, but many doctors, such as Dr. Gupta, feel there are patients who are good candidates for a vaginal birth after a C-section (VBAC) and it is appropriate and reasonable to attempt a VBAC on these patients. Having said that, she also acknowledges it's not a choice in some hospitals, which sometimes have rules against VBAC births. Whether or not you have a choice depends on where you live and your doctor's comfort level.
8. Induction is more painful than going into labor naturally.
Dr. Gupta finds this makes a lot of women who need inductions unnecessarily nervous. She says this is a complete myth; contractions hurt whether they're induced by Pitocin or come on naturally. 9. Caffeine is dangerous during pregnancy and can cause miscarriage.
This myth is based on a flawed study a few years ago and persists in spite of all evidence to the contrary. In fact, normal caffeine intake – a couple of cups of coffee a day, for example – is perfectly safe. However, if you're drinking six or seven cups a day, you should certainly cut back. 10. An epidural can leave you paralyzed.
Like the induction/pain myth, this is one which causes women an unnecessary amount of fear and anxiety. In her years of practice, Dr. Gupta has never heard of anyone who became paralyzed from an epidural. There are some risks, but paralysis is not common enough for anyone to worry about. Want to see more?
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