Caesarean section (C-section, CS or caesarean delivery), the surgical procedure used in birth, is also employed in some cases. Often, a C-section is performed when doctors have reason to believe that normal birth will cause harm to the mother, the baby or both. This kind of CS is termed elective CS. ALSO READ: Here’s what you need to know if you are considering a home birthBut for Edith Mwando, an elective CS is not a good choice for a woman. This is because while emergency CS is done to save at least a life, an elective CS is not quite a life-saving venture.

Source: Standard Digital September 17, 2017 09:56 UTC