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The book "Motherhood Lost" by Linda Layne discusses the topic of pregnancy loss in America, which affects nearly 20% of all pregnancies. The author examines the historical, cultural, and societal responses to miscarriage and stillbirth, including the role of reproductive technologies and support groups. The book also challenges feminists and activists to increase awareness and support for this often overlooked issue.
Nearly 20% of all pregnancies in the U.S. end in miscarriage or stillbirth. Yet pregnancy loss is seldom acknowledged and rarely discussed. Opening the topic to a thoughtful and informed discussion, Linda Layne takes a historical look at pregnancy loss in America, reproductive technologies and the cultural responses surrounding miscarriage. Examining both support groups and the rituals they create to help couples through loss, her analysis offers valuable insight on how material culture contributes to conceptions of personhood. A fascinating examination,
Motherhood Lost is also a provocative challenge to feminists and other activists to increase awareness and provide necessary support for this often hidden but critically important topic.
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