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Skull fracture

A break in one of the bones forming the baby’s skull, which may occur with or without a cephalohematoma.

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Impact of assisted delivery on baby

Impact of assisted delivery on baby

What assisted delivery means for the baby During an assisted vaginal birth, the baby is already low in the maternal pelvis and birth is expected to occur through the vagina. A vacuum cup attaches to the fetal scalp and provides traction during contractions and pushing. Forceps are curved instruments placed around the baby’s head to […]