 Re: Epidurals, should women pay for them???
No I don't agree with this.
Should women who already have a lot to deal with, have to suddenly start worrying about how much it will cost if they need certain treatments, pain relief etc. They are already having to deal with getting used to being pregnant, the upcoming responsibility and worry of becoming a parent and the money worries that go hand in hand with this ... and of course all the hormonal and emotional changes and strains!
I truly believe this would take away a lot of womens choices and especially the informed choices as all they will be remembering when they are making these decisions will be how much it costs and can they afford it. After all, many women will be taking time off work either temporarily or permanently and a large number will return part-time after the baby is born so there will be a change in their financial situation as it is - most likely a drop in inccome and a rise in outgoings ... do we really need to be adding to all the pressure and strain they are already dealing with with charging them to birth the babies, medical need or not?
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