Docs shouldn’t induce labour unnecessarily: pregnancy experts
By Sharon Kirkey
June 14, 2009
canada.com

Leaders of Canada’s pregnancy specialists are urging doctors not to induce labour unless there are compelling medical reasons.

The call is part of a campaign to “normalize” childbirth and efforts to reduce Canada’s soaring cesarean section rate. Some studies suggest inducing labour in a first-time mother significantly increases her risk of a C-section. ...