Before I share a post that is highly relevant, I’d like to say that neither of my daughters would be here (and possibly nor would I) if it weren’t for wonderful medical technology and hospital staff. Perhaps it is time to re-introduce more awareness into the clinical process that takes place in some hospitals.
The following information is courtesy of Dr Mercola
Childbirth is one of the most important life events, but over the last two hundred years, it has become highly medicalized and is no longer viewed as a natural life event. That shift has greatly harmed us Routine hospital interventions have many real risks that will be covered here The overuse of interventions often results in needing more interventions, including C-sections, all of which can be harmful to both the mother, the mother’s bond to the child, and the long-term health of the child Immediate post-birth practices like skin-to-skin contact and delayed cord clamping provide significant benefits, yet hospitals often prioritize quick procedures over these evidence-based approaches The article will explore some of the most critical things to know about the home and hospital birthing process so that you can make the best decision for your family’s health
Throughout history, childbirth has been seen as a pivotal moment, setting the stage for life. Unfortunately, much like the over-medicalization of death, childbirth has shifted from being a natural process to one heavily managed by medical professionals.
However, not all births can avoid hospital care, and in high-risk cases, hospitals are crucial. The key is to mitigate the dangerous aspects of medical intervention. Childbirth, like many medical issues, is polarized — both hospital births and home births have valid points, but it’s rare to hear both sides be fairly presented so this article will attempt to.
Topics covered include birthing position, induction and synthetic oxytocin (pitocin), artificial rupture of membranes, epidurals, episiotomies, forceps and vacuum cups, skin-to-skin, delayed umbilical word clamping, injections and C-sections.
Read more at Dr Mercola or watch the video here.
