Fertility Never Implies Brokenness

About a week ago, I was in Labor & Delivery for what turned out to be mild dehydration.  I was slightly surprised when the Doctor on staff popped the question:  "Have you thought about what form of birth control you will use after the birth of this baby?  You have a lot of children!"  Being the person I am, my swift reply was:  "You mean - aside from my husband being on the other side of the planet?"  And then it suddenly dawned on me that I have reached "that" time again!  With every baby, it seems the doctors are quick to push artificial birth control!  Depending on the doctor, the pressure can be minimal to intense.  I am grateful that my "actual" doctor is not pushy at all about the issue.  As a matter of fact, since the beginning I made it clear that I didn't want to pursue any artificial birth control methods after delivery and he has respected that and hasn't brought up the issue again.  But I still want to bring up a couple thoughts on the subject.  Be aware this is a really sensitive subject for pretty much everyone.  So please be kind if your views differ from someone else's. 
I have heard the saying so many times from random people:  "I will get fixed.  I don't want any more children."  While I respect your choice of not desiring any more babies, I just can't stand the term "get fixed."  It implies that we are broken!  Despite my aversion to this term, I started looking into options this pregnancy considering it has been a little extra rough this go around.  But as I looked at the various options, I kept reading about major complications that arise from these random options.  There are so many lawyers out there offering legal aid to those affected negatively by these random options.  I feel like the chase to try to stop something causes much bigger issues. 

We are NOT broken, ladies!  Our ability to conceive and carry children is a blessing that millions around the world wish they had!  It is this ability that sets us apart as Co-Creators with God!  How literally divine is that!  That does not imply "brokenness" at all!  Perhaps we should consider an alternate term for our personal choice to not accept more babies.   

I understand reasons for choosing to avoid conception.  Finances for instance generally are at the top of that list.  Sometimes serious medical complications come up where it is necessary to care for one's personal health without the added risks that a High Risk Pregnancy would bring!  Trust me, I understand.  I am not here to judge or interrogate your personal reasons.  I do ask that you go to the Author of Life Himself for guidance on this serious subject however!  It is between you and Him. 
Please educate yourselves on the risks of the various options of artificial birth control!  Don't go for what's the latest, or popular!  Remember any kind of manmade alteration of God's design comes with long term risks:  ie, increased risk of cancer, blood clotting disorders, thyroid health, mental health and more.  Know the risks!  Decide which form is best for you!  Personally, I prefer a Natural Family Planning route!  Nothing is permanent, or even semi-permanent!  It still leaves the window open for God's Will to be done regarding your family size and timing!  God, seeing all things from beginning to end, is the only One who knows what is ultimately best for you and your family and it's best timing!  It is a matter of Faith! 
"Like arrows in the hand of a warrior, So are the children of one's youth. How blessed is the man whose quiver is full of them; They will not be ashamed When they speak with their enemies in the gate."   Psalm 127: 4-5 
After much prayer, it has been decided that no form of Birth Control will be pursued at this time!  We have faith that God has the perfect plan for our family, including it's size!  God has worked wondrous miracles in my medical health all of my life!  He has given me important wise insight into how to help myself physically.  He continues to guide me in the upbringing of my children.  He infuses strength to care for the needs of my family.  He will never let me down!  If it is His Will, He will provide a way!  This goes back to my favorite Scripture of all time: 

"...I will go and do the things which the Lord hath commanded, for I know that the Lord giveth no commandments unto the children of men, save he shall prepare a way for them that they may accomplish the thing which he commandeth them."   1 Nephi 3: 7