The Perils of Pregnancy in America

Irin Carmon, a senior correspondent at New York Magazine and author of 'Unbearable,' delves into modern pregnancy challenges in the U.S. She highlights alarming disparities in maternal mortality rates, particularly in New York, and discusses how the Dobbs decision has exposed critical gaps in care. Irin also examines systemic issues behind tragic surgical failures and the key role midwives and doulas play. Additionally, she sheds light on how abortion restrictions worsen access to maternal services, illustrating the stark divide between political rhetoric and medical reality.