Hw #35 Interview

For the start of the birth unit I interviewed my close friend(17), older brother(18), and my older cousin(20). The people I interviewed had fairly similar answers to questions such as; “what is the dominant culture’s view on birth?” “What are your first thoughts when you think about birth?” & “How important is the doctor’s role in the birth process?” Overall they all thought that birth is extremely significant and has a severe impact on everyone no matter the culture or social class. When asked “what are your first thoughts on birth?” My brother rapidly responded; “Don’t have a baby” This response helped show the dominate culture's view on birth, majority of people see it as a burden and try to avoid it. Later while asking my older cousin the same question she responded with the same answer but the difference between the two was that she already had a child. It was interesting to hear this because it proved that people tend to stay the same no matter the background and experiences they have.

The interviews helped me come to the conclusion that most people look at birth as a burden unless they are financially stable. These interviews also helped show that most people want a better life for their children then the life they had. I came to this conclusion because of one of the answer’s my older cousin gave. She answered “don't have a baby unless you are ready for one” I believe that she meant financially ready and mentally ready by this. Society can see birth as a burden or a celebration according to the financial situation and maturity situation someone is in. The immaturity and financial problems lead to the idea of birth being a burden. Being that an individual has maturity and financial problems they have much stress to deal with already. The baby will only lead to more stress because of the more financial problems they will create. This idea can completely change if a person is mature and financially stable. Being mature and financially stable will lead to the celebration idea. Money is a key component to baby because of the necessities they have. Being mature is the most significant part, babies need constant and extra care. Immaturity does not go along well with having a child. By being ready in stable in these situations society see’s birth not only as a celebration but as a blessing to the family.