Who are the Key Personnel in a Labor and Delivery Unit?
Several healthcare professionals work in a labor and delivery unit, including:
- Obstetricians: Doctors specialized in pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. - Midwives: Trained to deliver babies and handle uncomplicated deliveries. - Nurses: Provide continuous care and support to the mother during labor. - Anesthesiologists: Administer pain relief methods such as epidurals. - Neonatologists: Pediatricians specialized in the care of newborns, especially those who are premature or have critical health issues.
