Dr A. Jaishree Gajaraj

In this engaging discussion, Dr. A. Jaishree Gajaraj, a senior obstetrician and gynaecologist from Chennai, sheds light on the skyrocketing C-section rates in India, which have risen from 8.5% to 21.5% since 2005. She explores various factors, including demographic shifts, the impact of obesity, and changing societal expectations. Dr. Gajaraj highlights the risks of surgical deliveries and the cost implications, while advocating for improved pain relief during labor. She calls for better education and antenatal counseling to empower expectant mothers in their choices.