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Brought to Bed
Childbirth in America, 1750-1950
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Judith Walser-Levitt's "Brought to Bed" offers a comprehensive historical account of childbirth practices in America, spanning from 1750 to 1950.
The book meticulously details the evolution of birthing practices, from home births attended by midwives to the rise of hospital births managed by physicians.
It explores the changing roles of women, midwives, and doctors in the birthing process, highlighting the social, cultural, and medical factors that shaped these transformations.
The narrative sheds light on the challenges and advancements in obstetrics, examining the impact of medical technologies and societal attitudes on maternal and infant health.
The book provides a nuanced perspective on the complexities of childbirth throughout American history, challenging simplistic narratives of progress.
The book meticulously details the evolution of birthing practices, from home births attended by midwives to the rise of hospital births managed by physicians.
It explores the changing roles of women, midwives, and doctors in the birthing process, highlighting the social, cultural, and medical factors that shaped these transformations.
The narrative sheds light on the challenges and advancements in obstetrics, examining the impact of medical technologies and societal attitudes on maternal and infant health.
The book provides a nuanced perspective on the complexities of childbirth throughout American history, challenging simplistic narratives of progress.
