Birth in Four Cultures : A Crosscultural Investigation of Childbirth in Yucatan, Holland, Sweden, and the United States 4th Edition

Not only is this a great book for midwives and medical professionals involved in birthing, but it is also a great read for an insight into Western learning v. apprenticeship learning. I've never been a big supporter of institutional learning and this book provides backup to my beliefs. Learning through doing always supersedes learning through discussion.

We used this book in our University to understand the differences in birthing practices around the world, and how one system could benefit from the other. It was amazing to read Brigette's first-hand experience with these cultures. It was very informative, and I feel anyone reading could benefit from it.

This is a formal cross-cultural study on birthing practices across the globe. The author writes in an academic style, but the information is fascinating and vital in understanding how cultural/social frameworks surrounding birth, play a huge part in the practice and experiences of women giving life. Though written several decades ago, the medicalization of labor in America has continued along it's dehumanizing path. Still relevant and worth the read!

This book can really describe the difference between birth and childrearing practices in different cultures. Great for anyone looking to understand how much of birth is culturally driven!

This book was an eye-opener. I wish there were a follow-up in this day, some twentyish years later, but I hear the author has no plans to revisit it and studies business/office environments these days. Looking forward to someone taking this subject up again and doing a sequel!

Maybe Mrs. Jordan just isn't for me, but a lot of this just seems like political mumbojumbo. Basically, shes an advocate for home birthing, in the extreme, like, drive 50 miles out into the desert, set up a tent, and give childbirth that way. Who knows, maybe someone else got a better experience from this book.

I am not sure what I was expecting...but this wasn't it. I don't know. Too clinical maybe, I just didn't really enjoy it. I am sure it will speak to many people.Heather mama of 5

This, I think, should be the first book for those studying childbirth across cultures or even for lay persons. A great book that opens your eyes and makes you see something that should be a normal everyday occurance in a new light.