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All Reviews - Defiant Birth
Write a review.'Most difficult to read are the stories of women with varying types of disabilities, for which they were counseled not to risk a pregnancy, and who persisted, often more than once. Societal pressures and prejudices are most evident here. These women describe in blunt words, an extraordinary degree of coercion, by medical experts, not to mother. ...a useful educational tool for raising discussion among students in health care or public health today, as genetic testing becomes more developed and widely available each year. Readers may disagree vehemently with the negative perspectives on testing, but may benefit from hearing how others who hold a differing view actually feel.' Donna Jackson-Kohlin, Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health 'The stories ... lay bare how simplistic - even dangerous - are offers of 'choice' when society limits the childbearing options for women and judges anyone less than 'perfect' as disposable.' Beth Burrows, Logos
'The nineteen women who write about their defiance of what is aptly called medical eugenics are also heroines who gave life a chance and who write movingly of their joy in having resisted the "choice" that others tried to impose upon them and their children. Defiant Birth. Somebody you know should read this book.' First Things 'Though it was difficult for me to read, it was a testimony to strong women, who make their own choices and feel their lives are enriched because of having a “defiant birth”. The book includes notes and a good index. I was inspired and I think you will be too.' Elaine Butler, Support for Families of Children with Disabilities Newsletter |
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