Hi all,

Just wondering whether obese women (above 120kgs) with no medical conditions (ie diabetes, hypertension etc) have less options in terms of choosing birthing options. I would really love to avoid a c section if I can help it but I don't think I am informed enough on what options I really have!!! Homebirth would be wonderful- is this an option with all these issues with midwifery? Does being obese automatically count as a high risk birth?

This is my first baby and I am trying to gain as much info as I can- I will be using the public sector and don't have my first appointment with the Womens Health Clinic until 19th Jan- am I meant to be doing something Ie antenatal classes before then?

Oh sorry I just realized I have gone a little off topic- so many questions

Basically- are larger women less likely to have a choice especially being in a regional community (Bendigo)...

Thanks everyone