Chanita:

   It is my understanding that in the final analysis the mother in the
hospital is a comsumer buying a product ( hospital services) as such I would
think she can request ( demand) those services that she chooses and reject
those she does not want. She will be billed for services provided. If your
hospital does not choose to provide the services she requests she can go
elsewhere.

    While I am aware that this is easier sid than done I know a mother who
(like the mother you spoke of was well read, informed and knowledgable) wanted
certian protocols with her child ( in a nicu) she was told it was against
hospital polilcy to allow these and so she let them know she would arrange to
take herself and her infant to another hospital - you would be amazed at how
fast she was accomondated!

       food for thought...

           Patricia