Just been thinking about this overnight. Last time I went into labour naturally, DS was born on his due date, vaginally without manual assistance, no pain relief, etc - so I am pretty confident that things should go ok this time (I have chosen a birth centre for this birth). I am going to do a "birth preferences" list for the birth centre because I trust the staff and my body to do what comes naturally, but I have been thinking of preparing a highly "litigious" and strongly-worded birth plan in case I need to be transferred to the hospital system. I am thinking along the lines of "I am a lawyer and so fully aware of my rights to refuse treatment - any forced or unconsented medical intervention will be considered by me to be medical trespass" etc etc etc. I am also thinking of drawing up a formal medical power of attorney for my DH (who is strongly against unwarranted intervention)

Alan and those of you who have experience in the hossy system - do you think this would give me more of a chance of being listened to in the event I end up in hospital? I know it sounds OTT and like I am preparing for battle but that is truly how I see it.....