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Jan 28, 2025
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HHS 3025 - How We Are Born: Holistic Perspectives on Childbirth
Credit(s): 3
The emphasis of this course is to examine the processes of pregnancy and childbirth from a holistic perspective - meaning, we will consider the evolution of the act of giving birth over time as it has been impacted by changing social, cultural, religious, political and public health factors. Students will gain a deeper understanding of the fundamental nature of the entire function of sexual reproduction, from fertilization to lactation, with particular emphasis on labor and delivery. We will consider the forces that have led to our modern American maternity care system, and discuss the success of that system compared to other developed countries. We will also examine the emergence and current models of natural childbirth and compare outcomes with traditional medicalized birth. Students will explore holistic therapies such as chiropractic, acupuncture, prenatal yoga and more.
Offering Location: Johnson Campus, Online
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