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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Why would a history of depression risk you out? I'm assuming this isn't someone currently on anti-depressants but who just was at some point or something.

Genuine question.

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I'm the PP who got bounced out of Birthcare, and I think it's just another factor. When I saw Whitney for a well-woman check she said that since I'm obese, plus history of depression, plus previous c-section meant that I'd have to lose weight before I was a candidate for them. It's all just a matter of risk, and I suppose with depression the concern is that during pregnancy you might need additional meds or that you wouldn't be mentally fit enough to get through delivery.

I'm no Wisdom rah-rah girl, but I appreciate that they are one of the few providers (and the only hospital based provider I can think of) that have a goal of unmedicated birth and use good science in making their birth decisions. For example, you're never going to hear one of the midwives suggest you induce at 40 weeks just because, whereas I've heard and read dozens of stories about all sorts of OBs who pressure you into inductions for iffy reasons.

Those of us who are interested in non-medicated, hospital based births really need to band together to push for reforms in hospital obstetrical practice.[/quote]

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