How Long to Read Towards the Humanisation of Birth

How Long Does it Take to Read Towards the Humanisation of Birth?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 32 minutes to read Towards the Humanisation of Birth by Elizabeth Newnham

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

This book examines the future of birthing practices, particularly by focusing on epidural analgesia in childbirth. It describes historical and cultural trajectories that have shaped the way in which birth is understood in Western, developed nations. In setting out the nature of epidural history, knowledge and practice, the book delves into related birth practices within the hospital setting. By critically examining these practices, which are embedded in a scientific discourse that rationalises and relies upon technology use, the authors argue that epidural analgesia has been positioned as a safe technology in contemporary maternity culture, despite it carrying particular risks. In examining alternative research the book proposes that increasing epidural rates are not only due to greater pain relief requirements or access but are influenced by technocratic values and a fragmented maternity system. The authors outline the way in which this epidural discourse influences how information is presented to women and how this affects their choices around the use of pain relief in labour.

How long is Towards the Humanisation of Birth?

Towards the Humanisation of Birth by Elizabeth Newnham is 266 pages long, and a total of 68,096 words.

This makes it 90% the length of the average book. It also has 83% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Towards the Humanisation of Birth Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 12 minutes to read Towards the Humanisation of Birth aloud.

What Reading Level is Towards the Humanisation of Birth?

Towards the Humanisation of Birth is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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