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birthing

[bur-thing] / ˈbɜr θɪŋ /


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I see her death as a profound failure of the systems meant to protect birthing mothers.

From Slate • Jan. 11, 2026

A buildup in pressure across the region is propelling wastewater up ancient wellbores, birthing geysers that can cost millions of dollars to clean up.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 26, 2025

Screwworms pose a serious threat to farm animals, especially those with common injuries from barbed wire, birthing, or procedures such as dehorning.

From Science Daily • Dec. 17, 2025

After our fertility journey, 10 years of trying, me birthing this piece of art was me mothering my creativity into existence.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 11, 2025

“Shouldn’t you like lie down or go to the birthing center or something?”

From "If I Stay" by Gayle Forman