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I watched the documentary “Sicko Excerpt” before I read the article, so I wasn’t surprised when I read “American Way of Birth, Costliest in the World” and saw the expenses of childbirth and the fact that United States of America has the most expensive care. I agree with Laura, having a baby is supposed to be a pleasant and joyful time in one’s family life but sadly “its really stressful” one. The fact that maternity care ranges from $4,000 to $45,000 and the U.S. has one of the highest rates of both infant and maternal death is ridiculous. Honestly, after watching the documentary I am strongly for the idea on moving to France. They have so many benefits like Laura stated. Free college education, free medical care, government issued nannies,

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