It's my choice

IF a woman wants breast implants, a nose job, Botox or a facelift, her peers do not flinch. However, tell them that she wants an elective C-section and wait for the tirade of comments and gasps of surprise.

It is much more acceptable for a woman to say that she gave birth without any pain relief, or at home by the fire or even in a birthing pool than it is to say that she has chosen to have a section. However, there are lots of women who take this route but who probably keep it to themselves.

Too posh to push? I laugh at this pointed argument and say no, but I do believe in having a choice about how I give birth and I choose to plan it like I plan other important activities in my life.