IV fluids during labor - are they necessary?

IV (intravenous) fluids are extremely common and even routine during labor but are they really necessary?In this shorty episode I’ll break that down for you!You’ll learn what IV fluids arewhy they're given during laborMy recommendation for IV fluids during laboruse the code DRNICOLE and get 10% off my online childbirth education class, The Birth Preparation Course!Our Sponsors:* Check out Ritual and get 25% off your first month! - https://ritual.com/DRNICOLE* Give Armoire a try and get up to 50% off your first month, that’s up to $125 OFF! Just visit armoire.style/DRNICOLE* Head to AvocadoMattress.com today and save up to ten percent on certified organic mattresses. Dream of Better – for you and the planet. - https://www.avocadogreenmattress.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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