I just had an ECV and it was successful in moving my baby from breech to vertex. I am 37 weeks and have an anterior placenta. The procedure was done at the hospital by an experienced perinatologist. No epidural or terbutaline was used. I personally did not find it painful, mostly just felt a lot of pressure (like a deep tissue massage). Based on my experience, I’d definitely recommend if your baby is breech, oblique or transverse and you want to avoid a cesarean section.
@@sarahs7751In the end, I did end up delivering by C section because the baby went into distress during active labor. All said and done, I’d still recommend the ECV. And yes, way less painful than the c section. 😂
I don't recommend an ECV. I did it at 38 weeks and 0 days and while it was successful, I went into labor the next morning. Had to do an unplanned C section after laboring for 24 hours. Turns out the cord was tangled around my baby's neck! Ask your doctor but personally, I recommend doing a planned C section at 39 or 40 weeks. That way, it still gives time for your baby to flip. If baby doesn't flip, there's something preventing it from doing so! My baby is fine now but I regret doing the ECV. Now I can't do a vaginal birth in the future because they had to do a T-shaped C section .
I had a breech baby and at 41 weeks my doctor recommended me Evc at hospital with epidural and it worked after that they induced me for vaginal delivery and after 6 hours of evc my baby come out🎉
I was offered an ECV and turned it down because I was scared of going into labor early... After watching this video I wish that I had maybe done it. It's maybe not too late because I am still in 37 weeks but I was worried about the outcome and putting stress on my baby
In my country doing ecv at semi government is so pricey which I cant afford. Meanwhile ecv at government is affordable but they dont want to do because to them 3.0kg baby at 37weeks 1day is too big + very risky and they directly asked me to do elective czer. So now to give birth you need more money to standby is it??
It’s so sad that c-sections are automatically given to breech babies. My baby is breech and my hospital doesn’t deliver breech babies. But luckily I can be transferred to another hospital that has a special breech clinic. I think Norway and other countries in Europe it’s still common to give birth to breech babies naturally.
So, with everything you said about ECV for VBAC, it's impossible to get VBAC. However, my doctor is saying it's impossible, and she's not giving me many options other than a C-section. I feel helpless because I have no health condition, and I had a pretty good pregnancy, but my doctor only gave me a C-section other than ECV.
I watched a lot of ECV videos prior to mine. I was pretty nervous - it seemed like no one had success stories (including a coworker who said his wife didn't make it five seconds before she called it off from pain). Mine went perfectly! I had an epidural - my OBGYN said she won't do an ECV without the epidural. I felt a lot of pressure as they pushed the baby. They attempted 2x and he moved on teh second attempt. Attempt 1 failed because she lost his head. It was a really weird feeling when he finally moved! I could feel the pressure and them moving his head, and I could feel a dragging sensation on the opposite side of my belly from his feet, lol. And it worked out great because I already had the block and wires set up for the epidural when I gave birth. They left that all there after the ECV so actual epidural went REALLY fast once I was ready for it later.
Can you get labor started by choice after the ecv? I live 40min away and im afraid that labor would start that night since im due anywhere between nov 25 and dec1. Thanks
My provider brought this up to me today and did not mention the spinal. Can an ECV be done without one? Or did they just leave that out unintentionally?
With an anterior placenta, are the chances of it working really really low? Have you ever successfully turned a baby with a mom who had an anterior placenta?
Hi Janine! I just had an ECV yesterday, & I have an anterior placenta. Probably took a minute/ just over a minute to flip our bub. I've heard they either move really easy or don't want to wriggle out of their spot. Now its just a wait to see if she stays head down. Goodluck if you decide to get one🙏🏼😊
Giving a spinal for an ECV is extreme. I know many women who’ve had it and never offered any anesthesia at all. The U.S. has gotten too out of control with all these medical interventions.
BLAH. I just wish I could get nurses to turn me upside down a few times like they did with my second baby. That worked and I didn’t have to go through any of this.
Abortion isn’t needed. C-sections or early induced labor maybe yes. The only time it would be ok is in case of severe deformities or some serious medical issue. -someone who had an abortion. ❤
@@reflectionsinthebible3579sometimes even drs are wrong. My friend was told her child has down syndrome but she had baby anyways..and what do you know, baby was fine.
Ignore the weirdo who replied before me and should simply mind their own business. I hope you got your answer and are doing well wherever you are on your journey!
I just had an ECV and it was successful in moving my baby from breech to vertex. I am 37 weeks and have an anterior placenta. The procedure was done at the hospital by an experienced perinatologist. No epidural or terbutaline was used. I personally did not find it painful, mostly just felt a lot of pressure (like a deep tissue massage). Based on my experience, I’d definitely recommend if your baby is breech, oblique or transverse and you want to avoid a cesarean section.
Sounds more comfortable than a csection ❤
Thanks for sharing your experience
@@sarahs7751In the end, I did end up delivering by C section because the baby went into distress during active labor. All said and done, I’d still recommend the ECV. And yes, way less painful than the c section. 😂
I don't recommend an ECV. I did it at 38 weeks and 0 days and while it was successful, I went into labor the next morning. Had to do an unplanned C section after laboring for 24 hours. Turns out the cord was tangled around my baby's neck!
Ask your doctor but personally, I recommend doing a planned C section at 39 or 40 weeks. That way, it still gives time for your baby to flip. If baby doesn't flip, there's something preventing it from doing so!
My baby is fine now but I regret doing the ECV. Now I can't do a vaginal birth in the future because they had to do a T-shaped C section .
The ECV wouldn't have anything to do with the cord being around the neck.@@yaseminsahin2553
Thanks. I'm breech at 36 weeks and nervous about a potential ECV. This video was really helpful!
I would like to write that my ECV was successful and it is worth trying in my opinion.
I had a breech baby and at 41 weeks my doctor recommended me Evc at hospital with epidural and it worked after that they induced me for vaginal delivery and after 6 hours of evc my baby come out🎉
This is rapidly becoming my favorite channel about birth.
I was offered an ECV and turned it down because I was scared of going into labor early... After watching this video I wish that I had maybe done it. It's maybe not too late because I am still in 37 weeks but I was worried about the outcome and putting stress on my baby
Could the ambilical cord get twisted up?
Thank you Dr Perez! Didnt realize you are doing an MFM fellowship! Your expertise is much appreciated in the online education world!
Don’t forget to acknowledge that Midwives also practice ECV! ♥️♥️
Is a spinal thing necessary for the ecv?
In my country doing ecv at semi government is so pricey which I cant afford. Meanwhile ecv at government is affordable but they dont want to do because to them 3.0kg baby at 37weeks 1day is too big + very risky and they directly asked me to do elective czer. So now to give birth you need more money to standby is it??
Does the baby ever flip back around after an ECV?
Yes they do unfortunately
I’m currently 38 weeks & my baby is breech, I’ve had a c section in the past…. Can a doctor still do ECV on me????
It’s so sad that c-sections are automatically given to breech babies. My baby is breech and my hospital doesn’t deliver breech babies. But luckily I can be transferred to another hospital that has a special breech clinic. I think Norway and other countries in Europe it’s still common to give birth to breech babies naturally.
So, with everything you said about ECV for VBAC, it's impossible to get VBAC. However, my doctor is saying it's impossible, and she's not giving me many options other than a C-section. I feel helpless because I have no health condition, and I had a pretty good pregnancy, but my doctor only gave me a C-section other than ECV.
Get a new doctor! So many physicians want to do c sections bc they get more $ and it is scheduled so they can have their weekends! 🫣
I was not offered a spinal for my ecv and it was very uncomfortable. It also didn’t work.
What's the importance of the rhogam in ecv
Hi I was just wondering is that ok if a mom is 40 weeks pregnancy
I watched a lot of ECV videos prior to mine. I was pretty nervous - it seemed like no one had success stories (including a coworker who said his wife didn't make it five seconds before she called it off from pain). Mine went perfectly! I had an epidural - my OBGYN said she won't do an ECV without the epidural. I felt a lot of pressure as they pushed the baby. They attempted 2x and he moved on teh second attempt. Attempt 1 failed because she lost his head. It was a really weird feeling when he finally moved! I could feel the pressure and them moving his head, and I could feel a dragging sensation on the opposite side of my belly from his feet, lol. And it worked out great because I already had the block and wires set up for the epidural when I gave birth. They left that all there after the ECV so actual epidural went REALLY fast once I was ready for it later.
I recently had an ECV in Germany. Unfortunately it didn't work out. It was also done without anesthesia and I didn't find the procedure to be painful.
Is it safe with frontal placenta?
Can you get labor started by choice after the ecv? I live 40min away and im afraid that labor would start that night since im due anywhere between nov 25 and dec1. Thanks
I’m enjoying your videos. Thank you. ❤
My provider brought this up to me today and did not mention the spinal. Can an ECV be done without one? Or did they just leave that out unintentionally?
Does an epidural increase chances of success? Planning on having one tomorrow after previous c/s and was hoping not to get the epidural. Thank you!
Did you get the epidural and did the ECV work for you?
With an anterior placenta, are the chances of it working really really low? Have you ever successfully turned a baby with a mom who had an anterior placenta?
Hi Janine! I just had an ECV yesterday, & I have an anterior placenta. Probably took a minute/ just over a minute to flip our bub. I've heard they either move really easy or don't want to wriggle out of their spot. Now its just a wait to see if she stays head down. Goodluck if you decide to get one🙏🏼😊
I'm a mom, not a birthing person, tnx ❤
Giving a spinal for an ECV is extreme. I know many women who’ve had it and never offered any anesthesia at all. The U.S. has gotten too out of control with all these medical interventions.
My breech baby ,,
36 weeks i did twice ecv
Both failed,
Its very very painful..
BLAH. I just wish I could get nurses to turn me upside down a few times like they did with my second baby. That worked and I didn’t have to go through any of this.
Bicornuate uterus success rates? I have my ecv today.
Like 👍 I love videos I love your videos
It didn't work for my daughter and she's was 37 weeks
You had my full support until you said birthing person. Women have children. No one else.
Amen! Stick with Truth!
Agree. Anything other is weird and disturbing
Yes only women give birth
I noticed that too . The terms should be mother, and baby.
Hi after abortion when can you try for a baby again bear in mind abortion was needed as it was a valid reason to. Thank you
Abortion isn’t needed. C-sections or early induced labor maybe yes. The only time it would be ok is in case of severe deformities or some serious medical issue. -someone who had an abortion. ❤
@@reflectionsinthebible3579sometimes even drs are wrong. My friend was told her child has down syndrome but she had baby anyways..and what do you know, baby was fine.
@@reflectionsinthebible3579gross! Many medical reasons to require an abortion. Way to make someone you don’t know feel awful.
Ignore the weirdo who replied before me and should simply mind their own business. I hope you got your answer and are doing well wherever you are on your journey!
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“Birthing person”… not you too Brute
She can use whatever words she wants, and so can you.
The erasure of women from language of birth has become so widespread. Disturbing
Exactly ladies, we are the only ones who can give birth! Stick with the Truth!
Disturbing and weird for certain.
Please tell me why there was a poster with male anatomy at my OBGYN office today 😑. With pictures of a male pelvis.
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