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The Birth Room Is the Last Bastion of Misogyny. Here's Why That Makes Your Work Matter.
In 2016, at a landmark birth conference in Scotland, I heard a phrase that stopped me in my tracks: the birth room is the last bastion of misogyny. I've been sitting with it ever since — and the evidence, unfortunately, keeps proving it right. Here's why understanding this is the foundation of everything we do as birth workers.
Should I Be Induced?
Around 1 in 3 women in the UK now has their labour induced — a figure that has more than doubled since 2008. Yet most women are never told that when labour starts spontaneously, 72% achieve a straightforward vaginal birth. After induction, that drops to 56%. In this post I'm sharing my honest two pence worth — after 20 years in this field — on induction, your rights and why sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is absolutely nothing.
Exploring Birth Choices & Keeping Options Open
Pregnancy is a unique journey, and so is birth. From home births to hospital settings, vaginal births to caesareans, every path is valid. This guide gently explores your options, helping you feel informed, supported, and empowered — without pressure or judgement.