The current "health" paradigm considers pregnancy as a disease which therefore puts it in the realm of medical care with medical doctors being the ones to deliver the babies. This way of looking at pregnancy is strengthened by the insurance and pharmaceutical industries.

Pregnancy is not a disease and The Medical Model is not the only option available to the pregnant woman. Research impresses upon us the impact that the expectant mother has on her unborn child. Mother's thoughts, actions, lifestyle, diet and what procedures are done to her leave an impression on the developing baby.

During pregnancy, a woman can give her child any destiny.

A healthier woman can give birth to a healthier child and she will feel better. After birth she will recuperate faster and be more available to her newborn.

A focus on what is best for mother AND baby should be at the heart of the decision making process throughout the pregnancy and birthing process. What is the healthiest path to take.