Born in the USA
Marsden Wagner M.D.
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Born in the USA
Published
May 5, 2008
Publisher
University of California Press
Pages
305
ISBN-13
9780520256330
ISBN-10
0520256336
Description
"In this rare, behind-the-scenes look at what goes on in hospitals across the country, a longtime medical insider and international authority on childbirth assesses the flawed American maternity care system, demonstrating how it fails to deliver safe, effective care for both mothers and babies. Written for mothers and fathers, obstetricians, nurses, midwives, scientists, insurance professionals, and anyone contemplating having a child, this book documents how, in the most expensive maternity care system in the world, women have lost control over childbirth and what the disturbing results of this phenomenon have been. Born in the USA examines issues including midwifery and the safety of out-of-hospital birth, how the process of becoming a doctor can adversely affect both practitioners and their patients, and why there has been a rise in the use of risky but doctor-friendly interventions, including the use of Cytotec, a drug that has not been approved by the FDA for pregnant women. Most importantly, this investigation, supported by many troubling personal stories, explores how women can reclaim the childbirth experience for the betterment of themselves and their children."--Jacket.
Subjects
What to expect when you're expecting
Secrets of the Baby Whisperer
Ina May's Guide to Childbirth
Our bodies, ourselves
On becoming babywise
The Wonderful Things You Will Be
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Born in the USA?
This edition of Born in the USA has approximately 305 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Born in the USA?
For most readers, Born in the USA typically takes between 6h 21m and 4h 14m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 76,250 words and common reading speeds.
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What is the word count of Born in the USA?
The estimated word count for Born in the USA is approximately 76,250 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
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Who is the author of Born in the USA?
Born in the USA was written by Marsden Wagner M.D..
When was Born in the USA published?
The publication date for this specific edition is May 5, 2008. The original work may have been published on a different date.