To help prevent hemorrhage, make sure the mother's bladder is empty. If it
is full it can impede uterine contraction. When the mother was pregnant,
frequent bladder pressure reminded her to go. Once the baby is out, the
pressure is off and her bladder can fill without her even knowing it. This
displaces the uterus abnormally and can encourage atony. Be sure the
bladder is empty, and teach the mother why this is so important.
-Lisa Goldstein, Midwifery Today Issue 48
Reprinted from Midwifery Today E-News (Vol 2 Issue 6 February 11, 2000)
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