Koki Nakano - External cephalic version (ECV) is a...

If your baby is in a breech position at 36 weeks, you may be offered an external cephalic version (ECV). This is when an obstetric doctor tries to turn the baby into a head-down position by applying pressure on your abdomen. It can be a bit uncomfortable but around 50% of breech babies can be turned using ECV, meaning a more optimal position for a vaginal birth. When an ecv has taken place, you will be monitored closely for a while afterwards to ensure all is well with the baby. As with many int

This is some footage and some info on an ECV or an external cephalic version. That’s the process of trying to manually turn a breech baby to head down to avoid a c-section and have a v-delivery. Because most babies in Canada and the United States who are Breech are born by c-section. Did you have an ECV? Was it successful? **for informational purposes only, always consult your provider** #ECV #breechbaby #breechbirth #givingbirth #birthtips #laboranddelivery #laboranddeliverynurse #expectingmom

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