“You can’t determine if a pregnancy is low risk until after the fact.” – OB to mother who was sharing that she would like to have a home birth.

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“*IF* you are lucky enough to become a mother, you’re going to have to learn to let go of things you can’t control. You’re either miscarrying or not. Crying isn’t going to do any good. Let it go.” – Midwife to a mother who was upset that she might be miscarrying.

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“Honey, crack whores are on their backs all the time and their babies are usually fine.” – OB to mother who asked if it was okay to sleep on her back while pregnant.

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“There’s no rush. You’re still young. It’s not like you’re thirty and about to have a Down Syndrome baby.” – Primary Care physician to mother who was being treated for infertility, PCOS and thyroid issues.

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“Do you want me to break down the bed? Do you want me to count? If you want me to leave the bed as it is and keep my mouth shut, that’s exactly what I’ll do.” – L&D Nurse to mom in labor.

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“Don’t give up, you can do this. Lots of moms want to give up because it’s frustrating, but keep with it, and she’ll be nursing like a pro before you know it.” – NICU Nurse to mother having problems nursing her baby in the NICU.

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“I would never recommend a repeat cesarean section over a VBAC unless there was an absolute need for it.” – OB

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“Wow, your baby is going to be huge! Don’t worry. Your body was made for this! You can do it and I will be here with you the whole time!” – Midwife to mother who was being encouraged by other providers to just schedule a section for a suspected large baby.

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“You have to stop pushing if you want to have this baby! The doctor isn’t here yet!”- L&D Nurse to a completely dilated and pushing mother who had a strong urge
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“We have to give your baby the eye ointment after birth to lubricate their eyes because babies are born with dry eyes.” – L&D nurse to expectant families while conducting a tour of the childbirth center.

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