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Listen "E2 Coerced Cesareans Struck Down Part 2: The Woman Behind Israel’s Landmark Ruling Speaks Out: "Esther" & Tamir Turgal"
Episode Synopsis
We continue "Esther's" harrowing story of avoiding a court ordered cesarean. "Esther" navigates an unassisted birth after four prior cesareans amidst intense scrutiny from social and emergency services. Follow her journey through legal battles, hiding from authorities, and ultimately obtaining a landmark ruling from the Israeli Supreme Court that upholds the right to decline a cesarean. Discover the intricate ethical and legal dilemmas surrounding birth autonomy and the resilience required to make one's own medical decisions.00:00 Welcome Back for Part 200:56 Seeking Refuge and Medical Concerns02:04 Engaging with Social Services02:42 "They Are Asking for a Psychiatric Evaluation"05:59 Legal Battle and Court Hearings13:57 Physician Testifies: "Suicide Mission"17:40 What Jen Would Tell the Court21:40 Tracking Her Through Her Phone23:56 Hiding from Authorities25:21 A Glimmer of Safety26:10 Navigating Work and Legal Challenges26:53 Courtroom Battles and Contractions28:36 Police Encounters and Relocation32:22 The Birth Amidst Chaos36:36 No Appearance, No Compensation38:39 Creating Legal Precedents and Reflections40:48 The Aftermath and Moving Forward41:47 Decision Making With Higher Clinical Risk42:54 How She Feels About the Decision43:54 Deciding to Have Unassisted Births45:59 Why Women Go "Underground" to Birth47:28 Feelings about Legal Precedent48:24 Conviction to Move Forward51:40 ConclusionThe Israeli Supreme Court Ruling, dated August 25, 2024Is VBAC illegal? Is homebirth illegal? - VBAC Facts® ArticleVaginal birth after two cesareans (VBA2C): An overview of the evidence - VBAC Facts® ArticleVaginal birth after three or more cesareans (VBA3C/VBAMC): An overview of the evidence - VBAC Facts® ArticleSingle vs Double Layer Suturing: Is One Method Superior? - VBAC Facts® Continuing Education TrainingThe Truth About VBA2C: Risk, Rates, & Outcomes - VBAC Facts® Continuing Education TrainingThe Limited Evidence on VBA3+C: Decision Making in the Midst of Uncertainty - VBAC Facts® Continuing Education TrainingMusic produced by (Analogue)/(prod. Analogue). Instagram: @prod.analogue
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