When it comes to maternity care I think our expectations are far too low, to be honest.
And absolutely every woman should get continuity of care - and the right kind of care and support for her - no matter where she births.

I think one fundamental problem with teh medical model of care is the presumption that it is the doctor/midwife's job to get the baby out. Lack of continuity of care is one symptom of this. We need to embrace the truth that this is mum's body and mum's baby and her responsbility to do the birthing. All care and support should be aimed at facilitating this process. Only in the most extreme medical emergencies should medical caregivers actually take over.

I wonder. When my OB threatens stillbith if we don't induce, is it really my free choice when I go along with it?
But again, it was my choice to see an OB in the first place. I said I wanted a natural birth, but the truth is I chose a medical one.