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Originally Posted by Charlatan
So rather than strengthen the FDA drug approval process you would toss the baby with the bathwater and ban all drugs?
I just want to be clear because that's what it sounds like you are suggesting.
Your approach to medical assisted childbirth is very much a baby and the bathwater sort of thing. Instead of recognizing the good that can and does come from what we have learned you would rather retreat to the dark ages and higher death rates during childbirth.
As with most things... it's never a black and white story.
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DINGDINGDINGDING!!!! Quoted for truth.
I can't disagree that many doctors rush the childbirth process for the convenience of the staff. What this would argue for is greater patient education and advocacy, and reform of medical obstetrical practices, not going it alone in your own home with no support and no medical recourse in case of catastrophic complications. If you want to give birth at home for spiritual and empowering reasons, there's no compelling argument against having a trained midwife or doula present, and having a backup plan involving a rapid trip to the hospital if complications should arise.
Also, if you do choose a hospital birth, go in educated and prepared to advocate for your wishes. People are too quick to accede to doctors' advice without comment or argument - they work for you! If you are concerned about the high rates of episiotomies, induction, etc., do your homework and be insistent! Make your wishes known adamantly to the doctor and medical staff ahead of time, and repeat them frequently during the birthing process, and make sure anybody who's with you knows your wishes and is prepared to defend them. But there comes a time when doctors may, in fact, know best.