Title: Sad, but True View of the American Way of Birth
Product review: The Girlfriends' Guides as well as the "What to Expect.." books are nothing more than a reflection of the current childbirth culture in America. Just watch shows like TLC's "A Baby Story" to see this in action. Unfortunately, childbirth has become a consumer-driven industry and American women don't want to feel any pain, don't want to get messy and want to be able schedule their births. This book simply reflects this prevailing attitude.For a more holistic, spiritual and empowering view, I recommend reading Ina May Gaskin's Guide to Childbirth, Jeannine Parvati Baker's "Prenatal Yoga and Natural Childbirth" and/or "The Power of Pleasurable Childbirth" by Laurie A. Morgan.
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