Over the years, Benfield has observed changes in society, some of which he feels are not positive. Twenty to twenty-five percent of births in this area are to unwed mothers. It's just sad. The family has disintegrated. Plus so many moms are working.
Infants end up in childcare.
They need two incomes to survive financially. He said one of the most interesting questions asked of him concerned the premature birth and subsequent death of Jacqueline Kennedy's son, Patrick. Benfield said Patrick would most likely have lived. Today we can save babies that 20-30 years ago wouldn't have a chance of surviving. These faces are children that Benfield and his colleagues have treated and helped.