Is There Really A Link Between C-Sections & Autism?

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Is There Really A Link Between C-Sections & Autism?

A new study claims there is a link between mothers having a cesarean birth and their child developing autism.

The news has sent shockwaves through both the scientific and autism community, so today we delve into the stats to find out exactly what those findings mean and why those parents with children on the spectrum shouldn't turn the blame on themselves.

CREDITS

Host/Producer: Claire Murphy

Executive Producer: Elle Beattie

Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri

Thanks to our special guests Michelle McLean and Dr Andrew Whitehouse

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