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Delivering Babies: How Doctors Learn in Rich and Poor Countries

December 3, 2025

Doctors in different parts of the world learn to perform C-sections in very different ways. This is not just about the tools they use, but also about the training they receive. A recent study looked at how doctors in wealthy countries and those in poorer countries learn to do C-sections. In rich co

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Why Do Some Mothers Choose C-Sections Without Medical Need?

November 29, 2025

In Sweden, the rate of C-sections is generally low. But there's a debate about when a mom can ask for a C-section even if it's not medically necessary. This is called a Caesarean section on maternal request, or CSMR. Some people think it's okay for a mom to choose this. Others worry it might not be

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First-Time Moms and the Caesarean Section: A Closer Look

March 18, 2025

The World Health Organization suggests that 10-15% of births should be via caesarean section. Nigeria, however, has a rate of just 2. 8%, which is significantly lower. This low rate is surprising, given the potential risks for first-time mothers. First-time mothers, also known as primigravida, face

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The Play that Changed Conversations: Nemone Lethbridge’s Baby Blues

January 30, 2025

In the chilly December of 1973, a unique drama hit British TV screens. Nemone Lethbridge's play "Baby Blues" aired on the BBC as part of their influential "Play for Today" series. This wasn't your usual television fare; it delved into topics that society often whispered about, like infertility, caes