In today's episode, hosted by Evidence Based Birth® founder, Dr. Rebecca Dekker, we talk about four major topics related to updated research evidence on IV Fluids: 1) research on how IV Fluids can affect the length of labor, 2) research on how IV Fluids can impact breast/chest/body feeding, 3) the relationship between fluids, newborn weight, and blood sugar levels, and 4) finally, review the current recommendations surrounding IV use in labor.

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As a content note, this episode includes a discussion of newborn weight drop, newborn feeding struggles, and Cesareans.

The current episode is taught by Rebecca Dekker, PhD, RN (she/her). Dr. Dekker is a nurse with her PhD, who is the founder and CEO of EBB.

Content warning: Cesarean, breastfeeding/chestfeeding struggles, infant weight drop

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EBB 235 - Evidence on IV Fluids with Dr. Rebecca Dekker

Evidence Based Birth®

EBB 235 - Evidence on IV Fluids with Dr. Rebecca Dekker