Annually, over 200,000 women in the US suffer from severe obstetric lacerations during childbirth.
Whether you're here because you've suffered a birth trauma or are looking to further the cause of prevention, we're here to support you.
6%
The percentage of birthing women who sustain a 3rd or 4th degree tear each year.
RCOG54%
The percentage of women who state that their symptoms are unacceptable and cause them to alter their lifestyle.
NIH78%
The percentage of women who suffered from traumatic memories of their birth experiences.
MASIC48%
The percentage of women who report that their next birth method was impacted by their previous injury, with 32% electing a C-section and 40% opting not to have another child.
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