S3: E21 Childbirth & the Law: Gina Mundy on Preparing for a Safe Delivery

In this conversation, attorney Gina Mundy shares her extensive experience in childbirth law, discussing the importance of preparation for childbirth, understanding the dynamics of the delivery team, and the risks associated with interventions like Pitocin. She emphasizes the need for parents to be informed and proactive in their childbirth experience to ensure the safety of both mother and baby.

Chapters

00:00 Gina Mundy's Journey: From Law School to Childbirth Attorney

01:21 Understanding Childbirth Complications: A Legal Perspective

04:35 Preventing Mistakes in Childbirth: The Role of Knowledge

07:24 The Role of Advocates in Childbirth

09:57 Personal Experiences: A Childbirth Attorney's Perspective

12:19 Reading Baby's Heart Rate: Key to Safe Childbirth

15:13 Empowering Parents: Knowledge is Power in Childbirth

16:08 Understanding Childbirth Procedures

20:20 The Role of Pitocin in Labor

25:30 The Risks of VBAC: A Personal Story

27:07 Regional Differences in Medical Practices

28:47 Navigating Medical Decisions During Labor

31:58 The Importance of Choosing the Right Doctor

GINA MUNDY BIO: 

ATTORNEY, BESTSELLING AUTHOR, WIFE, AND MOTHER OF THREE CHILDREN

Gina Mundy is an attorney that specializes in childbirth cases. For over two decades, she has analyzed the mistakes that are made during labor and delivery. Drawing on this knowledge, she has authored the bestselling book "A Parent's Guide to a Safer Childbirth" to help parents prevent these mistakes and have a healthy baby.  Rather than merely getting involved after an unfortunate mistake was made, Gina has taken a proactive approach by getting involved before childbirth.   Throughout her career Gina has traveled nationwide, engaging with healthcare professionals such as doctors, nurses, and midwives to explore all aspects of labor and delivery. These interactions have provided her with invaluable insights, enabling her to appreciate the diverse perspectives prevalent in different regions of the country. Meeting with experts from various states, she has explored and analyzed the myriad of issues that can arise during labor and delivery, impacting both mother and baby.  Gina has conducted extensive research, meticulously analyzing, and dissecting countless studies pertaining to childbirth. This rigorous process was essential in equipping her with the necessary knowledge to undertake lengthy cross-examinations of a diverse array of experts. Through these examinations, she skillfully discerns their opinions on the errors that have occurred during labor and delivery. This has sharpened her knowledge allowing her to become highly proficient in the nuances of childbirth. In her capacity as legal counsel, Gina has closely worked with delivery teams whose care has been questioned following adverse outcomes. She has spent thousands of hours meticulously scrutinizing cases, conducting interviews with delivery teams, and thoroughly examining medical records to gain an in-depth understanding of every decision made during labor and delivery. Website: www.ginamundy.comAmazon Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C9KFNPNQ Instagram: @GinaMundy  https://www.instagram.com/ginamundy/Facebook: Gina Mundy, Author https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093989808329Linked In: Gina Mundy https://www.linkedin.com/in/gina-mundy-70318554/

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