Deliver Me from Pain: Anesthesia and Birth in America

This Book exploring the history of anesthesia use during childbirth in the United States. The author examines shifting cultural perceptions of labor pain, contrasting views of physicians and patients, and the evolution of anesthetic techniques from the 19th century to the late 20th century. The narrative analyzes how medical authority, technological advancements, and societal expectations influenced childbirth practices, including the rise and fall of "twilight sleep" and the increasing prevalence of cesarean sections. The book also touches upon the roles of midwives and the impact of the women's health movement. You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms: https://linktr.ee/book_shelter Get the Book now from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Deliver-Me-Pain-Anesthesia-America/dp/1421405725?&linkCode=ll1&tag=cvthunderx-20&linkId=54b42708545004d37eb2c0148f58ac71&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl Produced by Podcai Studio: https://www.podcaistudio.com/