Considering some interesting research today on whether already having a baby influences the safety of awaiting natural birth...

Hilder et al (2007) conducted a retrospective analysis of 145,695 singleton births in London, and found that the incidence of perinatal mortality for babies born to first time mums at 42 weeks was 0.3%, compared to just 0.1% if mums had already given birth before...

Mothers should be supported in making their own informed choices; based on evidence, instinct and preference.

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