Bon,

Did I say anywhere that you suggested obs were incompetent?

My point exactly is that birth is a risk. I cannot blame a person for wanting to protect themselves against litigation and recommending what they think is the best option under the circumstances. You would possibly see that as self-interest. The job of the obstetrician is also to ensure the safe delivery of a live baby. I don't see how that can go against the mother's best interests but that may be just me.