Ina May Gaskin on Rising U.S. Maternal Mortality Rate, Midwifery and Home Births

A wonderful interview with Ina May Gaskin

“As the controversy over women’s access to contraception continues, we look at women’s access to safe, affordable and comfortable birthing options. Pioneering midwife Ina May Gaskin is the founder and director of the Farm Midwifery Center in Tennessee. Last year, she won a Right Livelihood Award “for her . . . → Read More: Ina May Gaskin on Rising U.S. Maternal Mortality Rate, Midwifery and Home Births

California Cesarean Rates by Hospital, 2010

The 2010 Cesarean Rates have been released!

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What’s Gone Wrong with the United States Birthing System?

Women Speak Out About What’s Gone Wrong with the United States Birthing System

Article from the Huffington Post

“Here is the reality: Hospitals are businesses. They want those beds filled and emptied. They aren’t really interested in having women with long labors hanging around. And there is something else you should know: Having a baby . . . → Read More: What’s Gone Wrong with the United States Birthing System?