54: Fixing Labor Stalls: When is Pitocin the Answer?

In this episode Gina and Roxanne delve into the topic of labor stalls associated with power- including both the effectiveness of contractions as well as your mental/emotional state, as part of their labor stalls series. They discuss signs of labor stalls due to insufficient contraction strength and offer various solutions. They give advice on how to maintain adequate contraction strength through rest, nutrition, hydration, and emotional wellness. This episode explains oxytocin's role in labor, the impact of interventions such as Pitocin, and the importance of feeling safe, supported, and educated during birth. 00:00 Introduction 01:10 Understanding Labor Stalls: Causes and Solutions 03:24 Diving Deep into Power Stalls: Causes and How to Overcome Them 05:09 The Role of Nutrition and Hydration in Labor Progress 11:31 Addressing the Psychological Aspects of Labor Stalls 19:39 The Impact of Health and Infection on Labor Progress 26:57 Understanding Pitocin: Myths, Realities, and Its Role in Labor 43:20 Concluding Thoughts: Navigating Labor Stalls and Birth Planning —— Freebies to Support Your Pregnancy:  📧 Download our free birth prep circuit guide with six exercises to prepare your body for birth: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/prepare-for-birth-circuit/ 📧 Download our free birth plan template and packing list: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/birth-plan-and-packing-list/ 📩 Download our free prenatal fitness guide & sample programming: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/prenatal-fitness-sample-programs/ —— Prepare for your birth with MamasteFit: 💻 Online Childbirth Education Courses 🏋🏻‍♀️ Online Prenatal Fitness Programming 🧘‍♀️ Prepare Your Pelvic Floor for Birth Course Explore our prep for birth bundles: https://mamastefit.com/childbirth ----- Follow Us on IG at https://instagram.com/mamastefit ----- This podcast is sponsored by Needed, a nutrition company focused on optimal nourishment for your perinatal journey. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use code MAMASTEPOD for 20% off your first order or three months of subscription.⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠