Some moms may wonder why I posted about inductions and the risks and questions to ask, etc.
Would a care provider suggest something if it is not really medically necessary? If so, why?
I think that depends a lot on the care provider and this is why I encourage moms in my class to TALK to their care providers about this early in pregnancy, to get a feel at how they practice. But then beware of the bait and switch!
Here is a link to a letter from a CNM showing that health of mom and baby are not always top priorty of choices of care providers.
Talk to your care providers early. If you don’t like their answers switch. If they try the bait and switch, talk to them again and remember, it is never too late to switch and you can always say NO! Educate yourself, don’t just blindly trust your care provider. You are the Mom, you know what is best for you and your baby.
“just blindly trust your care provider”
I’m shocked at the amount of women who think that because this person has a degree, they MUST know what’s best – without question.
I truly think that’s why there’s such a rampant mentality about medical childbirth out there, and truly wish everyone would be a PARTNER in their care, not a submissive “yes ma’am” when it comes to their body and their baby’s life.
Thank you for continuing a great blog.
I was asked to share my birth story with you which included hypnobabies and faith. Here is the link:
http://goodlifealways.blogspot.com/2009/01/lilahs-birth-story.html
My OB was practically hysterical for me to get an induction at 40, then 41, then 42 weeks. “Late” was the only reason as my pregnancy had been nothing but normal, healthy and enjoyable. My girl was born at 42 weeks and 2 days, perfectly healthy with the help of a CPM at home.