Not much I can add to this well written story in Slate. I thought the writer did an excellent job of reporting on this sad tale. Please read and comment here. Thanks, Dr. F
http://www.slate.com/id/2293389/pagenum/all/#p2
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I'm just appalled that not all states have licensing for midwives. I'm an aspiring midwife myself and I am now motivated to check if the state I currently reside in is one that does. I agree that the court system needs to be aware of the true realities of birthing. Sometimes it's just an act of God and no one is to blame. I sure hope this does nothing to discourage women or midwives from having safe, natural births.
ReplyDeleteOn a side note, though, she should've called 911 immediately instead of 13 minutes later, but that's just my opinion..