In my quest to better inform myself about birth choices during my second pregnancy, I could not pass up the newly published Birth Matters: A Midwife's Manifesta by Ina May Gaskin--the midwife of all midwives in the U.S.
Gaskin is obviously a very experienced, intelligent, and educated woman. Though I already knew some of the information she provided, this book gave greater detail of the history of obstetrical care in the United States, focused on advocating women's health and informed choice in areas besides pregnancy and labor, and presented ideas for improving the maternity care system in our country (which is far behind most other developed countries).
This book is a little more difficult a read than Your Best Birth. But it may be more important. Your Best Birth is targeted to pregnant women. Birth Matters should also be read by maternity care providers and has valuable information for any women's advocate.
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