Published Sep 23, 2021

Childbirth: Are Doctors Messing It Up?

Wendy Zukerman delves into the complexities of childbirth, questioning the rising trend of C-sections and medical interventions with insights from experts, while exposing racial disparities that critically affect maternal and infant healthcare outcomes for black mothers.

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Childbirth: Are Doctors Messing It Up?

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Challenging Childbirth Norms

Newborn Healthcare Disparities

C-Section Risks

Unnecessary C-Sections

Placenta Photo Fun

Mind-Body Connection

Racial Disparities in Healthcare

The Reality of Childbirth

Citations Matter

Childbirth Controversies

Childbirth Dilemma

Citations Galore

Home Birth Realities

Defying the Odds

Birth Stories

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C-Section Dilemmas

Medical Intervention Concerns

Racial Disparities

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Childbirth: Are Doctors Messing It Up?

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C-Section DilemmasWendy Zukerman explores the increasing medicalization of childbirth, focusing on the implications of C-sections and the decision-making processes behind them. Experts like Dr. Sarah Osmundson and Dr. Sarah Stock provide insights into the risks and benefits of these interventions.

C-Section Dilemmas

Medical Intervention ConcernsThe episode examines the historical and current practices in childbirth, questioning the necessity of medical interventions. It explores the balance between medical and natural births, highlighting the benefits and risks of each approach.

Medical Intervention Concerns

Racial DisparitiesThe episode explores the alarming disparities in maternal and infant healthcare for black mothers, highlighting systemic biases and the urgent need for change. Experts discuss the higher mortality rates and the impact of racial biases in medical treatment.

Racial Disparities

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