Book Description
Written in plain English with a respectful, positive tone, this book presents: - How simply pregnancy and birth unfold when allowed to progress naturally - What can disrupt the natural course of birth - Information on maternity care to help readers choose a caregiver and birth site - Research evidence to help women distinguish fact from fiction in obstetrics - Practical strategies for communicating and negotiating with medical caregivers
This book encourages mothers to trust their ability to give birth without needless medical intervention. Its an excellent resource not only for Lamaze students, but all expectant parents who want a childbirth that reflects their informed choices and results in a healthy, happy, and fulfilling birth. --Ce texte fait référence à une édition épuisée ou non disponible de ce titre.
About the author
Charlotte DeVries is a journalist, past president of Lamaze Internationals board of directors, and a current board advisor. She works alongside her husband, a sociologist, on childbirth and midwifery research and education. She also writes a newspaper column on life as a working mother of three. --Ce texte fait référence à une édition épuisée ou non disponible de ce titre.