Today’s pregnant women have many more options to deliver their babies than mothers even 100 years ago. You can often plan your infant’s delivery date well ahead of time instead of waiting for labor to begin naturally. Some tools can be used to assist delivery, and C-section births are also common.
Each delivery option has potential advantages and disadvantages. Your obstetrician should be aware of the pros and cons, as well as the associated risk factors. You should be fully informed because maternal and birth injuries are possible if the wrong method is used. If you or your newborn suffered harm because your healthcare provider chose or allowed the wrong method, our dedicated Chicago, IL birth injuries attorneys can fight to help you secure the compensation you deserve.
What Delivery Options Are Available?
Historically, many women and babies were harmed or died during childbirth. Using today’s delivery options, those same injuries and deaths may have been prevented. Modern delivery methods include: