Oh SH*T - All About Meconium

There are a lot of misconceptions about meconium, or baby's first poop, when it comes to safety in birth. Does meconium always mean there has to be a Cesarean? What is the problem with meconium, anyway? Why do babies pass meconium in the womb? The midwives answer all these questions and more in today's episode.

Key Takeaways

  • Sarah and Charli address common misconceptions about meconium, a baby's first poop, and safety in birth.
  • They answer whether meconium always means a cesarean is needed.
  • The episode also explains why babies pass meconium in the womb and what the concern with it actually is.