The Complete Illustrated Birthing Companion
A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating the Best Birthing Plan for a Safe, Less Painful, and Successful Del
Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Health
| Author: | Amanda French, M.D., Susan Thomforde, C.N.M., Faulkner, Rousmaniere | ISBN: | 9781610586245 |
| Publisher: | Fair Winds Press | Publication: | January 1, 2013 |
| Imprint: | Language: | English |
| Author: | Amanda French, M.D., Susan Thomforde, C.N.M., Faulkner, Rousmaniere |
| ISBN: | 9781610586245 |
| Publisher: | Fair Winds Press |
| Publication: | January 1, 2013 |
| Imprint: | |
| Language: | English |
How to give birth is the most important decision of a woman’s pregnancy, but navigating the maze of options is overwhelming. TheComplete Illustrated Birthing Companionclearly lays out the process for eight successful birthing plans from home births and hospital births to a natural unmedicated delivery and C-sections. Each path outlines the latest research on every technique and procedure from water birthing to medications and includes “Real Deal” and “Inside Information” sections that detail the huge variations parents-to-be sometimes encounter. Written by an OB/GYN, nurse/midwife, and neonatal nurse, this photo-filled essential guide presents the most balanced and comprehensive perspective on all aspects of delivery today including red flags that indicate when another birthing plan may be more appropriate as well as helpful strategies and trimester-by-trimester schedules for the smoothest birth experience possible.
How to give birth is the most important decision of a woman’s pregnancy, but navigating the maze of options is overwhelming. TheComplete Illustrated Birthing Companionclearly lays out the process for eight successful birthing plans from home births and hospital births to a natural unmedicated delivery and C-sections. Each path outlines the latest research on every technique and procedure from water birthing to medications and includes “Real Deal” and “Inside Information” sections that detail the huge variations parents-to-be sometimes encounter. Written by an OB/GYN, nurse/midwife, and neonatal nurse, this photo-filled essential guide presents the most balanced and comprehensive perspective on all aspects of delivery today including red flags that indicate when another birthing plan may be more appropriate as well as helpful strategies and trimester-by-trimester schedules for the smoothest birth experience possible.
