External Cephalic Version is a hands-on procedure used to turn a breech baby into the head-down (vertex) position before labor begins. Performed by an experienced obstetrician, ECV can help reduce the need for a C-section. 1. Pre-Procedure Preparation Before the ECV begins, the medical team will: Do an ultrasound to confirm the baby’s position and check the placenta, cord, and fluid levels Monitor the baby’s heart rate Give medication (tocolytics) to relax the uterus and make the turn easier Ens

This video shows an external cephalic version (ECV), a procedure used to gently turn a baby from a breech position to head-down before birth. ECV is typically offered to pregnant women around 36–37 weeks of gestation to increase the chances of a vaginal delivery. | Pregnant Life

External Cephalic Version is a hands-on procedure used to gently turn a breech baby into the head-down position before birth — improving the chances of a vaginal delivery. Around 36–37 weeks, an experienced obstetrician uses their hands on the mother’s belly to guide the baby through a slow, controlled rotation. How ECV works: • Ultrasound first to confirm position and check safety • Medication may be given to relax the uterus • Gentle pressure is applied on the abdomen to turn the baby • Monito

External cephalic version (ECV) is a procedure used to try and turn your baby from a breech position to a head-down position, so you can have a normal vaginal birth. #Pregnancy #Baby #Childbirth | Pregnant Life

An external cephalic version (ECV) is a procedure to turn a breech baby into a head-down position before birth. 🎥 Clair Hsu #ECV #ExternalCephalicVersion #Birth #Baby #Pregnancy | Pregnant Life