This article explores the relationship between Caesarean section (C-section) deliveries and respiratory problems in newborns. Since the 1990s, rising C-section rates due to medical and sociocultural factors have raised concerns about potential overuse and associated risks. Unnecessary C-sections can expose mothers and babies to health risks, including short- and long-term effects.

In the short term, C-sections can disrupt the establishment of gut microbiota, increasing the risk of infections and non-transmissible diseases like allergies. Long-term risks include higher chances of asthma and respiratory infections due to limited exposure to the mother’s microbiota, perinatal hypoxia, and pulmonary immaturity caused by the lack of vaginal squeezing during delivery.

This article has provided me valuable insights into how Caesarean sections pose significant risks not only to mothers but also to newborns. This also serves as a reminder to expectant mothers to prioritize their health and follow proper prenatal care to prevent the need for a C-section delivery.

Caesarean section and respiratory system disorders in newborns – ScienceDirect

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590161324000565

Cesarean section (C-section) delivery is associated with a higher risk of respiratory problems in newborns, particularly if performed electively at 37…