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Pushed: The Painful Truth About Childbirth And Modern Maternity Care
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In The United States, More Than Half The Women Who Give Birth Are Given Drugs To Induce Or Speed Up Labor; For Nearly A Third Of Mothers, Childbirth Is Major Surgery The Cesarean Section. For Women Who Want An Alternative, Choice Is Often Unavailable: Midwives Are Sometimes Inaccessible; In Eleven States They Are Illegal. In One Of Those States, Even Birthing Centers Are Outlawed.When Did Birth Become An Emergency Instead Of An Emergence? Since When Is Normal, Physiological Birth A Crime? A Groundbreaking Journalistic Narrative, Pushed Presents The Complete Picture Of Maternity Care In America. Crisscrossing The Country To Report What Women Really Experience During Childbirth, Jennifer Block Witnessed Several Births From A Planned Cesarean To An Underground Home Birth. Against This Backdrop, Block Investigates Whether Routine Csections, Inductions, And Epidurals Equal Medical Progress. She Examines Childbirth As A Reproductive Rights Issue: Do Women Have The Right To An Optimal Birth Experience? If So, Is That Right Being Upheld? Block'S Research And Experience Reveal In Vivid Detail That While Emergency Obstetric Care Is Essential, There Is Compelling Evidence That We Are Overusing Medical Technology At The Expense Of Maternal And Infant Health: Either Women'S Bodies Are Failing, Or The System Is Failing Women.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Pushed: The Painful Truth About Childbirth and Modern Maternity Care'? A: 'Pushed' explores the current state of maternity care in the United States, focusing on the overuse of medical interventions during childbirth, such as cesarean sections and labor inductions. It questions the choices available to women and examines childbirth as a reproductive rights issue.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Jennifer Block, who is a journalist and has extensively researched maternity care in America.
- Q: What type of information can I expect from this book? A: Readers can expect a groundbreaking journalistic narrative that includes personal accounts of childbirth experiences, critiques of medical practices, and discussions on women's rights regarding their birth experiences.
- Q: How many pages does 'Pushed' have? A: 'Pushed' has a total of 344 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Pushed: The Painful Truth About Childbirth and Modern Maternity Care' was published on April 8, 2008.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for expectant mothers? A: Yes, 'Pushed' is suitable for expectant mothers, as it provides insights into childbirth options, medical practices, and the importance of informed choices during pregnancy and delivery.
- Q: Does this book discuss the role of midwives in childbirth? A: Yes, the book discusses the role of midwives and highlights the challenges women face in accessing midwifery care in various states.
- Q: What are some of the key themes discussed in 'Pushed'? A: Key themes include the critique of medical technology in childbirth, the societal pressures surrounding birthing practices, and the rights of women to choose their childbirth experiences.
- Q: Is 'Pushed' a fictional or non-fictional book? A: 'Pushed' is a non-fiction book that presents real-life narratives and research on childbirth practices in the United States.