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1. Nurse opinions on "Birth Rape"

   taracnm replied to EKUGRAD's topic in Ob/Gyn

   Logically, there is a distinction, but to the woman who feels violated, I believe the perception of harm is the same. In some respects, I believe that the woman feels that the offense is that much greater because she feels she SHOULD be able to trust...

2. Nurse opinions on "Birth Rape"

   taracnm replied to EKUGRAD's topic in Ob/Gyn

   I was going to say exactly this.

3. Nurse opinions on "Birth Rape"

   taracnm replied to EKUGRAD's topic in Ob/Gyn

   Irrational is not the same as unable to give consent. I don't care if you think it is the best thing for her, or if you think she will be "thankful", it is her right to decline. I don't know of a single person who has EVER thanked someone for a force...

4. Nurse opinions on "Birth Rape"

   taracnm replied to EKUGRAD's topic in Ob/Gyn

   It is not about the outcome, but the lack of consent

5. Nurse opinions on "Birth Rape"

   taracnm replied to EKUGRAD's topic in Ob/Gyn

   I'm sorry this was your experience. It should NEVER happen, and we cannot solve a problem we don't identify. Thank you for sharing.

6. Nurse opinions on "Birth Rape"

   taracnm replied to EKUGRAD's topic in Ob/Gyn

   It's not about the outcome, but about the lack of consent.

7. Nurse opinions on "Birth Rape"

   taracnm replied to EKUGRAD's topic in Ob/Gyn

   Yes, this is a real thing. As a CNM and former labor nurse, I can tell you that it goes beyond just "informing" a birthing woman what is going on. You must get informed consent. Think of that in the context of a "traditional" tape scenario...would be...