Maternal Transition

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Exploring the political dimensions of women's health care preferences during pregnancy and childbirth, the book reveals significant variations across communities and individuals, particularly between the Global North and South. Through the lenses of medicalization, public-private distinctions, and intersectionality, Candace Johnson analyzes the narratives of women from Canada, the United States, Cuba, and Honduras, highlighting how these factors influence their experiences and choices in maternal health care.