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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I would want the epi just for the inevitable episiotomy. [/quote] NO! Episiotomy is absolutely not inevitable for a vacuum assist. As a doula I've witnessed many vacuum births, and with a good provider (and barring a true emergency) the baby can be brought to crowning then allow mom to push out in a normal way. I've seen vacuum births where mom gave the final 2-3 pushes and delivered with an completely intact perineum. The key is making sure everyone has the same goals and making sure the provider has experience with a gentle approach. Yes, there are risks with a vacuum but overall it is a fairly safe way to bring a baby down faster when needed.[/quote]
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