The Assessment of Progress by Midwife Thinking

http://midwifethinking.com/2011/09/14/the-assessment-of-progress/

"The idea that birth should be efficient originated in the 17th century when men used science to re-define birth [1]. The body was conceptualised as a machine and birth became a process with stages, measurements, timelines, and mechanisms. This belief continues to underpin our approach to childbirth today."

Avoid Unnecessary Interventions

http://youtu.be/gqn98W7gAJs

Many doctors and/or hospitals have routine orders that are interventions which should only be used when the benefit outweighs the risk.  Know your options and make an informed decision before labor begins even when choosing a provider.