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Dr. Jennifer J. Hill: The Impact of History on Maternal Outcomes: Lessons for the Future
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In this episode of the Healthy, Wealthy, and Smart Podcast, host Dr. Stephanie Weyrauch is joined by special guest Dr. Jennifer Hill, a historian from Montana State University, to discuss Dr. Hill's book, "Birthing the West." Dr. Hill shares her background as a historian and a mother of three, explaining how her personal experiences with pregnancy inspired her to delve into the history of birthing. Tune in to learn more about the fascinating intersection of history, pregnancy, and societal perceptions.
Time Stamps:
[00:01:38] History of birthing in Montana.
[00:07:04] Public health in the West.
[00:08:44] Support in caregiving relationships.
[00:14:45] Medicalization of childbirth.
[00:17:02] Birthing practices in America.
[00:21:28] Postpartum support and historical perspective.
[00:25:09] Importance of Listening in Healthcare.
[00:29:00] Challenging medical standards of care.
[00:35:48] Fear of childbirth.
[00:39:06] Valuing the human reproductive process.
[00:44:52] Contraception laws in the US.
[00:46:36] Home birth as a trend.
[00:53:37] Full humanity in healthcare.
[00:56:19] Talking about reproduction openly.
More About Dr. Hill:
With a passion for making the everyday realities of past peoples come alive, Jennifer Hill holds a PhD in American Studies. Her research and writing focus on childbirth, contraception, abortion, venereal disease, and healthcare in the American West – an area with a compelling reproductive history. Based on the belief that history is a powerful tool for understanding current controversies, Hill focuses on interpreting our shared human past in ways that inform contemporary reproductive issues.
Currently an Associate Teaching Professor at MSU, Jennifer works as an interdisciplinary scholar. When she is not researching, writing, or teaching, she can be found trail running, gardening, kayaking, or eating.
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632 episodes
Manage episode 430661549 series 79220
In this episode of the Healthy, Wealthy, and Smart Podcast, host Dr. Stephanie Weyrauch is joined by special guest Dr. Jennifer Hill, a historian from Montana State University, to discuss Dr. Hill's book, "Birthing the West." Dr. Hill shares her background as a historian and a mother of three, explaining how her personal experiences with pregnancy inspired her to delve into the history of birthing. Tune in to learn more about the fascinating intersection of history, pregnancy, and societal perceptions.
Time Stamps:
[00:01:38] History of birthing in Montana.
[00:07:04] Public health in the West.
[00:08:44] Support in caregiving relationships.
[00:14:45] Medicalization of childbirth.
[00:17:02] Birthing practices in America.
[00:21:28] Postpartum support and historical perspective.
[00:25:09] Importance of Listening in Healthcare.
[00:29:00] Challenging medical standards of care.
[00:35:48] Fear of childbirth.
[00:39:06] Valuing the human reproductive process.
[00:44:52] Contraception laws in the US.
[00:46:36] Home birth as a trend.
[00:53:37] Full humanity in healthcare.
[00:56:19] Talking about reproduction openly.
More About Dr. Hill:
With a passion for making the everyday realities of past peoples come alive, Jennifer Hill holds a PhD in American Studies. Her research and writing focus on childbirth, contraception, abortion, venereal disease, and healthcare in the American West – an area with a compelling reproductive history. Based on the belief that history is a powerful tool for understanding current controversies, Hill focuses on interpreting our shared human past in ways that inform contemporary reproductive issues.
Currently an Associate Teaching Professor at MSU, Jennifer works as an interdisciplinary scholar. When she is not researching, writing, or teaching, she can be found trail running, gardening, kayaking, or eating.
Resources from this Episode:
Jane Sponsorship Information:
Win a Ticket to See Lorimer Moseley in NYC
Mention the code LITZY1MO for a free month
Follow Dr. Karen Litzy on Social Media:
Subscribe to Healthy, Wealthy & Smart:
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