Brought To Bed: Child-Bearing In America, 1750-1950
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Judith Walzer Leavitt
Binding: Hardback
Published: -
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This historical account chronicles the evolution of childbirth practices and experiences for women in America from the mid-eighteenth century through the mid-twentieth century. It uncovers the profound societal shifts that transformed birthing from a community-centered event to a medicalized procedure, detailing the changing roles of midwives, doctors, and family members. The narrative presents a compelling analysis of how cultural beliefs, scientific advancements, and gender dynamics shaped maternal care and women's health during this pivotal period. Readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and triumphs faced by generations of American mothers, offering an essential perspective on women's history and medical sociology.
Author: Judith Walzer Leavitt
Binding: Hardback
Published: -
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This historical account chronicles the evolution of childbirth practices and experiences for women in America from the mid-eighteenth century through the mid-twentieth century. It uncovers the profound societal shifts that transformed birthing from a community-centered event to a medicalized procedure, detailing the changing roles of midwives, doctors, and family members. The narrative presents a compelling analysis of how cultural beliefs, scientific advancements, and gender dynamics shaped maternal care and women's health during this pivotal period. Readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and triumphs faced by generations of American mothers, offering an essential perspective on women's history and medical sociology.