Birth Interventions Explored
Lindsey discusses the rapid evolution of birth practices, highlighting the impact of interventions like cord clamping, which can deprive newborns of essential blood. She reflects on the resurgence of natural birth movements in the 1970s, driven by women seeking autonomy over their birthing experiences. This historical context reveals a pendulum swing between medical interventions and a desire for more holistic approaches to childbirth.In this clip
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#436: The Medicalization of Birth and the Rise of Midwifery with Lindsey Meehleis
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