“What Is Obstetric Violence and What if it Happens to You?” posted in Lamaze International’s “Giving Birth with Confidence,” defines obstetric violence, lays out women’s rights in childbirth, and advises women on what they can do if they experience obstetric violence, both in terms of taking action against perpetrators and healing from its effects. Kudos to Lamaze for tackling a difficult topic that every pregnant woman needs to know about.
Helpful Lamaze Blog Post on Obstetric Violence
by Henci Goer | Aug 4, 2018 | Reproductive Rights
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