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Near Birth

Near Birth

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Near Birth is an ethnographic exploration of contemporary birthing in Northern California, using the experiences of doulas to illuminate the complex cultural, social, and ethical questions that arise around pregnancy, childbirth, and infant care. Andrea Ford examines how birthing decisions reflect and shape broader American ideals of personhood, autonomy, and social values, highlighting the tensions between progress, equality, experience, and authenticity in modern maternity care.

Key Features:

  • Ethnographic Perspective: Combines anthropological research with lived experience as a doula, providing rich, firsthand insights into the birthing process.
  • Cultural Analysis: Explores how societal values, medical institutions, activism, and technology influence decisions about pregnancy and birth.
  • Focus on Values and Ethics: Investigates the underlying moral, cultural, and personal values that guide birthing practices and choices.
  • Multi-Stakeholder Lens: Examines the perspectives of parents, healthcare providers, policymakers, and media in shaping the politics of care.
  • Broader Implications: Highlights how debates around childbirth reflect fundamental questions about personhood, autonomy, and the kinds of lives that are valued in society.
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