Birth Quote by Lisa Brennan-Jobs
“In the spring of 1978, when my parents were 23, my mother gave birth to me on their friend Robert's farm in Oregon with the help of two midwives. The labor and delivery took three hours, start to finish.”
About This Quote
Source Memoir: “The Glass Castle” excerpt, 2019
She recounts a unique birth setting, emphasizing resilience and unconventional family circumstances.
In simple terms: She was born on a farm with midwives.
Key Takeaway
Embrace unconventional beginnings.
Themes
family
resilience
birth
Mood
reflective
intimate
Type
narrative
personal
When to use this quote
- personal history
- storytelling
- parenting
Key Concepts
non‑traditional families
midwifery
Questions to Reflect On
- How do early environments shape you?
- What strengths arise from unconventional upbringings?
A Different Perspective
Unusual origins can affect identity formation.
