I learned a lot through this book. I bought it because I wanted to give birth without epidural. Maybe a little extreme at times? Although the author does not want I feel it demonizes lot medicalization of childbirth. Read once why not. The testimonies bring a lot because there is a perceived diversity. Note that my work was a flaw (? Paper jam) some pages were not cut to the size of the book but it did not hinder my play.