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Today in the Oregonian -- Oregon moms feel the push for natural birth
Some say the pressure's such that women who opt for painkillers are made to feel like failures
Sunday, February 11, 2007
GABRIELLE GLASER
People in the Northwest pride themselves on braving the elements, from mountain climbing to whitewater rafting. But in homes, birthing centers and hospital maternity wards, a more private challenge has emerged among Oregon women, who brave the pain of natural childbirth at a rate double the national average.
Many pregnant women and new mothers say they feel implicit and explicit pressure to join the trend. Those who opt for painkillers or undergo a Caesarean section say they get sympathetic looks and encouragement to "try harder next time." For some, this intimate event has developed a competitive edge.
Gabrielle Glaser: 503-221-8271; gabrielleglaser@news.oregonian.com
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While I see what the author is trying to say, I must add that sometimes the biggest frustration is knowing that you can't get the type of delivery you want. I've had a c-section and a vbac. I want another vbac, but so many doctors are dropping it from their services. The "natural" birth centers where I live won't do vbac's due to liability, even though I'm low risk and have done it before. This, I believe, is a large source of frustration here.
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