Giving birth is one of the biggest events in a woman's life. Many women spend months planning for a wedding, but will only spend on average around 10 hours thinking about the birth. When you are first pregnant, do your research and investigate the best care providers and place of birth for you. Some hospitals have higher intervention rates than others. In Australian hospitals, private hospitals have higher Caesarean rates than the public system. Often public hospitals associated with birth centres have higher rates of water birth and natural birth. Depending on the birth that you want, explore the options that are available to you. If you are wanting a water birth, then a private hospital with an Obstetrician may not be the best fit. Equally, if you are wanting to plan for an elective caesarean, then a private hospital may be the best for you. It's all about choice and knowing your options. #aboutbirthonline #pregnancy #birtheducation #birth options #dianakorte #birthquote