HW 45

Megumi,

Thanks for taking the time to read my blog! I am glad that you found it clear and organized, I think when it comes to history that is a huge factor in truly understanding the concepts. I am happy that you appreciated the story of the woman who gave birth in both Central Africa and in the United States. I found the story to be a great example of a true contrast between how differently our country handles birth. I am also glad that you saw the connection between all of the events in the past one hundred years bringing us to the situation we found ourselves in now. If you have anymore questions or things you found confusing, please be sure to let me know!

Mom,

Thank you for your long and thoughtful comment. Although I was a c-section baby it must of been interesting for you to learn more about the history of why the norm has shifted into this procedure. I found it interesting though that even though you had a c-section you still felt joy after I was born, I think that many people probably assume there is a sense of emptiness or feeling robbed. I wonder though if the doctors really felt as though it was necessary or if they really just wanted you to move the process along. I am glad that you realized why my project is so important, I think more women my age and older need to be educated about the history behind birth before going through with pregnancy. Thanks for reading my blog.

Rebecca,

Thank you for reading my blog!! I am also was surprised with the information gathered from my interview. The class that I am taking (Normal is Weird) often focuses on a very one sided idea and yet this midwife seemed very in the middle. Although she is trained in a field that isn't the dominant discourse she still believes that sometimes it is truly necessary. I am glad that you found the information discussed in my post useful because you know now you want to be a mom someday. Thanks again!

Casey,

Thank you for reading my blog! I found your one sentence summary right on target with the point I was trying to make. As a woman I find it significantly important to be informed on a topic such as this. Although we are all more educated about the circumstances today, not all of us know too much about what has happened in the past. I agree with your point that birth in this country is treated like a medical procedure. After reading about the woman who gave birth on two different continents, I am very inclined to go to Central Africa when I have children! I am glad that you feel more informed because of my project and that you will use it in the future. Thanks again for reading my blog!