Why might healthcare professionals encourage elective C-sections?
— Perceived fear that there is increased risk of litigation when performing a vaginal birth — Scheduling convenience — Some women, such as older women and those that have had a previous C-section, have a higher likelihood of requiring a Cesarean partway through a trial of vaginal birth. Healthcare professionals may be disinclined to attempt a vaginal birth in these cases, and may elect for a C-section instead. The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada … — Has always promoted natural childbirth. — Believes that the decision to perform a C-section during labour and delivery should be based on medical indications. — Believes that the safety of a woman and her baby should be the driving factors in a decision to conduct a C-section. — Believes that each woman should receive balanced, accurate, and complete information regarding her options for labour and birth in order to arrive at an informed decision. References (1) Cesarean Birth by Maternal Request Presented by Le
