Briefly discuss natural or prepared childbirth and home delivery, noting the advantages and disadvantages of each
What will be an ideal response?
Natural or prepared childbirth can involve standard delivery room procedures or the use of a birthing room. Typical considerations are that the mother receives advance training in relaxation and birth-related exercises, the father is present in the delivery room as a "coach," and medication is avoided or minimized. Thus, the mother is awake, and both parents may experience more engrossment with the newborn child. Also, the child is born alert, without the sedative effects of medication. Disadvantages are that the mother may experience considerable pain in spite of the advance training, and from a hospital point of view, the procedure is not as efficient. Home delivery typically includes natural childbirth advantages, plus delivery of the child in a more relaxing and familiar setting. Disadvantages are that it may be difficult to find an obstetrician who endorses home delivery, and any medical complications that arise are not as likely to receive prompt treatment and medical attention.
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