Alive Quote by Jean Hanff Korelitz
“A successful birth is not a birth without drugs or monitors or surgery. A successful birth is when you're alive and the baby's alive.”
About This Quote
A birth is successful when both mother and child survive, regardless of medical interventions.
In simple terms: Success means both mother and baby are alive.
Key Takeaway
Focus on health outcomes, not procedures.
Themes
healthcare
birth
outcomes
Mood
thoughtful
concerned
Type
observational
reflective
When to use this quote
- hospital delivery
- home birth
- midwife care
- emergency obstetrics
Key Concepts
patient safety
medical ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we balance technology with natural processes?
- What defines a successful birth beyond survival?
A Different Perspective
Medical interventions can improve safety but may not guarantee survival.
