What do you see when you walk into a government hospital? Women birthing in conditions that will make you shudder. Those women who have low risk pregnancies are being prescribed csections. A simple solution to safe and dignified birthing in hygienic conditions is the availability of trained midwives. In this powerful and emotional talk, Dr Evita Fernandez brings a message of empowering women with the right knowledge to enjoy a safe and positive birthing experience by being taken care of by a trained midwife, assured of a birth companion of her choice and the freedom to birth in the position she feels comfortable. Sharing heartwrenching anecdotes from her professional life, Dr Evita's mission is as clear as it can get let there be dignity in birthing for every woman! Dr Evita Fernandez is an obstetrician who believes in the need to empower women to make choices, especially with the issues surrounding birth. With over three decades of clinical experience, she is the Managing Director of Fernandez Hospital Foundation and spearheads 'PROMISE' the 'PROfessional MIdwifery SErvices' campaign. Dr. Evita has participated in many forums focusing on the empowerment of women. She shuns the spotlight while focusing her positive energy on delegation, empowering, mentoring and specialization. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx