Authored by: Lauren Bryan Art by: Ava Shi The United States has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the world, reporting drastic increases in deaths since 2000 [1]. As the mortality rate grows, it is important to acknowledge that having a healthy birth is something that can commonly be taken for granted. Although there have been a variety of advancements in medicine and healthcare, mothers continue to face an increased risk of death during pregnancy and labor. These risks are even...