EP81: Preparing for Safer Childbirth with Gina Mundy

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Today, Amanda is joined by Gina Mundy as she shares a recent experience that pushed her to write a book advocating for safer childbirth. She sheds light on the significance of adequately preparing for this pivotal life event, imparting her expertise on common issues and inspiring us with her learned lessons over the years.

1. How Gina came up with the idea of writing the book on safer childbirth
2. Common facts and issues in childbirth cases
3. The importance of preparing for childbirth and designating a baby advocate
4. The mentality families need to have when preparing for labor and delivery
5. What moms-to-be and their baby advocates must know before the big day

Resources mentioned in this episode
A Parent’s Guide to a Safer Childbirth by Gina Mundy | Hardcover and Paperback

About Gina Mundy
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 a book for parents aimed at preventing these mistakes. Rather than merely getting involved after an unfortunate mistake was made, Gina has taken a proactive approach by getting involved before childbirth. Her goal is to assist parents in preventing these mistakes and help them have a healthy baby. Gina believes that while we cannot change the past, we can certainly learn from it and take measures to prevent similar mistakes from occurring in the future.

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. Collaborating 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.

Connect with Gina

• Website: Gina Mundy
• Instagram: @ginamundy
• Email: [e-mail]

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