For many couples, the labor and delivery process is a time of great joy. After nine long months, they finally get to meet their baby! However, in some cases, things go differently than planned. In this blog post, we'll take a more detailed look at one complication that can occur during labor and delivery: retained placenta. What is the retained placenta? Retained placenta occurs when the placenta does not detach from the uterus within 30 minutes of the baby's birth after the baby is born. This can lead to severe complications, including bleeding, infection, and damage to the uterine lining. In some cases, the retained placenta can even be life-threatening. If you are pregnant and have been diagnosed with the condition that puts you at risk for retained placenta, it's important to discuss your options with your doctor. In some cases, such as when the placenta is lying very low in the uterus or if there is significant bleeding, a cesarean section may be recommended. Other t...