I forgot to add that I maintain my credibility by letting the nurses know
my intention to leave the baby with mom *before* the birth, and assuring
them that if I feel the baby needs more attention, I will have it taken
to the warmer. When the baby does in fact need some help, I follow
through with this (and then make sure the baby gets back to mom ASAP).
--
Anne Montgomery, M.D.
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St.Peter Hospital Family Practice Residency
Olympia, WA