Can a doctor safely turn a breech baby?

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  1. Dr. Louise Sivak
     
    Dr. Louise Sivak answered:

    Yes, so-called "version" or turning a breech baby can be attempted in most cases. Specifics depend on the mother's anatomy, the gestation of the fetus, and whether the unborn baby shows any sign of fetal distress.

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    Yes, so-called "version" or turning a breech baby can be attempted in most cases. Specifics depend on the mother's anatomy, the gestation of the fetus, and whether the unborn baby shows any sign of fetal distress. More