Opting for C-section as subsidised patient?

As a subsidised patient under KKH, can I opt for c-section without medical reasons? I feel like I’m better prepared for c-section as opposed to natural birth. Would the doctors reject my request? #advicepls

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Usually, c sects are for situations where natural delivery is not feasible, such as a larger baby, or difficulty during delivery that poses danger to both mother and child. I would advise against c sect if you are able to help it, as there are drawbacks to c sect if you go by that route. You can read up on them if you’re interested. For example, babies delivered by c sect have a different biome as opposed to babies born naturally, and that c sects can take longer to heal as opposed to natural birth.

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