As a doula, it's my responsibility to inform my clients of their options and the pros and cons of them...and then support that decision. I believe the best decisions are informed decisions. However, I've noticed that a lot of women don't have accurate knowledge of the pros and cons of epidurals (and other hospital procedures available). I'm wondering if this is true for the general public or it truly is the popular informed decision when birthing in a hospital. Before anyone gets upset, I am fully aware that it's a personal choice. I also understand (first hand) that sometimes it is very necessary.... and for that reason, I am glad we live in a country and time where technology can save lives. With that said, like everything in this world, it can be abused by using it too much. So, what does the general public feel that the pros and cons of getting an epidural are during labor/birth?
2007-02-02
08:03:09
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Mother- Wife- Friend- Doula
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