In the podcast, Candy Elsbeth addresses the increasing rates of caesarean births and challenges the notion of being too posh to push, emphasising that most caesareans result from medical necessity or fear, rather than choice. She highlights the benefits of natural birth, such as the development of the baby's gut microbiome and lung function, and discusses how medicalisation and societal norms contribute to rising caesarean rates. Candy also stresses the importance of informed decision-making, the impact of induction, and the need for continuity of care, advocating for personalized support through doulas and private midwives.
