BIRTH by Karen Brody

The inspiration and stories behind the creation of "Birth" the play with playwright Karen Brody. Come listen and support this special lady.

Karen Brody, founder of BOLD, playwright of Birth, is a mother and writer with a strong background in international development and women's issues. After having delivered her two children at home with midwives, Brody became a passionate advocate for pregnant women. In 2004 Brody wrote Birth, her first play, based on over 100 interviews she conducted with women about their birth experience. Brody launched Birth On Labor Day (BOLD) in 2006 as a way to raise awareness about the global maternity care crisis and to help birth organizations raise money for their activities so they can continue to support pregnant mothers. Brody lives in Tanzania, East Africa with her husband and two sons.