Birth room battles

Perspective Media
September 15, 2024

THIS WEEK’S DEEP DIVE
Birthroom battles
BY Milli Hill

Milli Hill exposes the systemic disrespect and lack of consent women often face during childbirth, drawing parallels with the #MeToo movement. She argues for a radical shift in how we view women's autonomy in the birthing process, challenging the notion that a healthy baby is all that matters and asserting that women's experiences and choices should be equally valued.

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