I completely understand what Nikki is saying and agree with her abut the mothers expectations and lack of midwifery care. I also agree with the comment about the patronizing tone used to the mother.."the midwives are upset". It reminds me of the Cheif medical officer of a tertiary hospital telling a woman who was holding her stillborn baby, "that she had upset all my staff (drs & m/ws) by refusing a caesarean early enough to save the baby." Callousness at its best.
Amanda, I believe that a clean toilet is one of the cleanest places in the house, and maybe even the hospital. I agree with your view that "birthing on the toilet or on the toilet floor isn't a negative thing" but- Chosing to birth on the toilet is a bit different from being left alone and terrified. Lots of home birthing women choose the toilet as the most comfortable and efficient. MM
