“Not while I still have a pulse”. The words I said before capitulating, and signing the consent form for my unwanted, but necessary CBAC. Words noted by an insensitive midwife, on my medical records.
Mothering: it’s the only job in the entire world that doesn’t get easier as you gain more experience. Step into the limelight for just one minute and acknowledge the hard work you do as a mother.
We need to decide once and for all whether birth is a dangerous event or not. If we decide that birth is indeed dangerous, then we need to stop the denial of birth trauma once and for all!
A bunch of trolls set upon a VBAC group and shut it down. In doing so they stole thousands of happy memories, friendships, and caused tremendous grief. Then they all patted each other on the back.
Did you know that it’s caesarean awareness month? It’s time to raise awareness about the many stories of women who gave birth in an operating theatre, and the many who die because they can’t.
Do you believe in Modern Maternity Mythology? Most people in industrialised countries do! Modern maternity care is great if you are sick, but for well women, it pays to be a fully informed consumer.
Should you compromise on your birth plan to help other people stay in their comfort zone? What if compromise, takes you well out of your own comfort zone? Women should not have to compromise on birth.
Can a woman truly give informed consent if she isn’t in possession of all the required information? Informed consent is more than just saying YES. It’s about being able to say NO and being respected.
Free The Nipple is popular feminist cause. Unfortunately it’s putting the cart well before the horse. Let’s get rid of rape culture, and objectification, so that women are actually safe to be topless.
Do you need a caesarean or is it safe to watch and wait? Only you can decide what you’re most comfortable with, but you need some solid information to make that decision. Here’s a starting point!
