Group B Strep (GBS) in Pregnancy: What it means for labor!

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Summary

In this episode, Ciarra and Samantha discuss group B strep (GBS), a common bacteria found in the intestines or lower genital tract of 10-30% of adults. While GBS doesn't cause symptoms in healthy adults, it can be dangerous for newborns. They explain what the options are for a GBS positive parent when giving birth. They emphasize the importance of informed consent and discuss alternative options for those who decline antibiotics. They also touch on the potential risks and benefits of antibiotics and the monitoring of babies born to GBS-positive individuals.

Takeaways

  • Group B strep (GBS) is a common bacteria found in the intestines or lower genital tract of 10-30% of adults.
  • GBS can be dangerous for newborns, but pregnant individuals can be tested for GBS at around 36 weeks and offered antibiotics during labor to reduce the risk of GBS illness in the baby.
  • It's important for individuals to have informed consent and understand the risks and benefits of antibiotics, as well as alternative options if they choose to decline antibiotics.
  • Babies born to GBS-positive individuals may be monitored more closely and may require additional care if antibiotics are not administered in time.
  • Having open and honest conversations with healthcare providers and asking questions can help individuals make informed decisions about GBS testing and treatment.

This episode is sponsored by Tree of Life Breastmilk Jewelry. Use code PODCAST at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase.
Facebook Group:

Tree of Life Breastmilk Jewelry, LLC | Facebook

Website: www.treeoflifebreastmilkjewelry.com

Please feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!

Instagram: @‌BirthBabyPodcast
Email: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.com
Website: https://birthbabypodcast.transistor.fm/

Intro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify!

  • (00:00) - Understanding Group B Strep (GBS)
  • (04:31) - Dealing with GBS Test Results
  • (08:05) - Testing and Treatment Options for GBS
  • (09:05) - Informed Consent and Alternative Options
  • (14:04) - Risks and Benefits of Antibiotics
  • (16:18) - Monitoring Babies Born to GBS-Positive Individuals
  continue reading

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Manage episode 434588888 series 3474691
内容由Ciarra Morgan and Samantha Kelly提供。所有播客内容(包括剧集、图形和播客描述)均由 Ciarra Morgan and Samantha Kelly 或其播客平台合作伙伴直接上传和提供。如果您认为有人在未经您许可的情况下使用您的受版权保护的作品,您可以按照此处概述的流程进行操作https://zh.player.fm/legal

Summary

In this episode, Ciarra and Samantha discuss group B strep (GBS), a common bacteria found in the intestines or lower genital tract of 10-30% of adults. While GBS doesn't cause symptoms in healthy adults, it can be dangerous for newborns. They explain what the options are for a GBS positive parent when giving birth. They emphasize the importance of informed consent and discuss alternative options for those who decline antibiotics. They also touch on the potential risks and benefits of antibiotics and the monitoring of babies born to GBS-positive individuals.

Takeaways

  • Group B strep (GBS) is a common bacteria found in the intestines or lower genital tract of 10-30% of adults.
  • GBS can be dangerous for newborns, but pregnant individuals can be tested for GBS at around 36 weeks and offered antibiotics during labor to reduce the risk of GBS illness in the baby.
  • It's important for individuals to have informed consent and understand the risks and benefits of antibiotics, as well as alternative options if they choose to decline antibiotics.
  • Babies born to GBS-positive individuals may be monitored more closely and may require additional care if antibiotics are not administered in time.
  • Having open and honest conversations with healthcare providers and asking questions can help individuals make informed decisions about GBS testing and treatment.

This episode is sponsored by Tree of Life Breastmilk Jewelry. Use code PODCAST at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase.
Facebook Group:

Tree of Life Breastmilk Jewelry, LLC | Facebook

Website: www.treeoflifebreastmilkjewelry.com

Please feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!

Instagram: @‌BirthBabyPodcast
Email: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.com
Website: https://birthbabypodcast.transistor.fm/

Intro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify!

  • (00:00) - Understanding Group B Strep (GBS)
  • (04:31) - Dealing with GBS Test Results
  • (08:05) - Testing and Treatment Options for GBS
  • (09:05) - Informed Consent and Alternative Options
  • (14:04) - Risks and Benefits of Antibiotics
  • (16:18) - Monitoring Babies Born to GBS-Positive Individuals
  continue reading

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