Cesarean section

Published by admin on February 20, 2026February 20, 2026

For some pregnant women, this is a dream come true; for others, it is a viable option; for those planning the much-desired natural birth, it can be a real nightmare. Regardless of your opinion on the matter, it is important to understand that a C-section is a surgical procedure indicated for cases where there is a risk to the mother and baby.

According to data released by the World Health Organization (WHO), the rates of cesarean sections performed have been steadily increasing. Many elective cesarean sections are chosen by pregnant women who are afraid of the pain of childbirth, who prefer to schedule the date of their child’s birth, or for any other reason that is not related to the actual need for surgical intervention. However, the majority of cesarean sections are medically indicated. As there are many differences of opinion regarding the actual indications, it is essential that pregnant women seek information and demystify the myths that exist in this regard. The vast majority of cesarean sections could be avoided with proper monitoring and respect for the physiology of birth.

On the other hand, it is undeniable that in some cases a well-indicated cesarean section saves lives, but what are the real indications for a cesarean section? One point to note is that the baby in question is being prepared during pregnancy for its arrival in the world and that this journey is being guided by nature. How do I know what path my pregnancy will take? Which paths are real? How can I be prepared for each of them?

As we have seen, there will always be thousands of questions, especially in the face of so much information and change. What can really be a light at the end of the tunnel is the assistance and support of a doula throughout the pregnancy. She will equip you with knowledge so that unnecessary interventions do not happen, empowering women so that they are prepared for a natural birth, but also so that they can deal well with possible frustration if it is not possible to give birth in the way they dreamed.

Having a C-section when medically indicated is not a bad thing; on the contrary, it is a possible path thanks to advances in medicine. Being prepared for it is important, but it should by no means be the first option. We need to realize that such a beautiful journey begins with the start of pregnancy, so it is worth looking at it with affection.