The steady rise of c-sections for first time mothers
b'A \\u201cfear factor\\u201d where a doctor is concerned about adverse outcomes and risk of being sued is among factors driving the steady rise in first-time mothers giving birth by caesarean section in Ireland, according to a study. \\n\\nSunita Panda, Assistant Professor in Midwifery, School of Nursing and Midwifery, and lead author of the study told us earlier about other factors that influence the decision of professionals to perform a C-section, according to the findings.\\n\\nAlso joining Ciara this morning was Professor Maeve Eogan, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Rotunda Hospital.'