Question
What is the definitive guide to informed consent during labor by Hilary Erickson?
Answer
Hilary’s “definitive guide” to informed consent during labor is really a combo of a few key resources she’s created, all centered on your rights to understand and choose what happens to your body in birth.
The most in‑depth piece is the podcast episode and article “Informed Consent During Pregnancy: Knowing Your Rights” on Pulling Curls, where Hilary and CNM Juli Pyle break down:
- The 5 parts of informed consent
- How it should look in real labor situations
- How to advocate for yourself without conflict
She also has a practical post, “5 Things Your Provider Should Get Consent For During Labor,” that walks through specific interventions (vaginal exams, IVs, breaking your water, etc.) and what informed consent for each should sound like in real life.
Have you listened to the podcast episode yet, or would you like a quick summary of the 5 components of informed consent?