The Doula Guide to Birth
Author: Zimmerman, Rachel
ISBN: 9780553385267
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Year first published: 19 May 2009
Pages: 304
Format: Paperback / softback
Here is your guide to the fastest-growing trend in childbirth-a tradition as old as motherhood itself. i>Doulas, /i>or professional labor assistants, have led thousands of expectant women through the birthing process in a way that's safe and meaningful, and that creates the birth and postbirth experience all mothers long for.br>b>br>/b>What exactly doi> /i>doulas do?br>br>How to find one that suits i>you.br>br>/i>What are the "trade secrets" only doulas know but every woman should be aware of (even if you i>don't /i>have a doula)?br>br>In b>The Doula Guide to Birth/b>i>, /i>senior-level doula Ananda Lowe and award-winning health reporter Rachel Zimmerman have written a most comprehensive book that draws on the wisdom of these skilled experts, whose experience with doctors, midwives, nurses, and hospitals makes them invaluable advocates before, during, and after birth. br>br>* Labor techniques anyone can usebr>* Pain medication- do you, don't you-and when?br>* What dads and loved ones need and can do bestbr>* When should you i>really/i> go to the hospital in labor?br>* How to prepare for unexpected medical procedures, including cesareans and epiduralbr>* Postpartum-what it's really like br>* A clip-out chart of labor techniques, birth plan worksheets, and much more br>br>Combining science, wit, warmth, and support, as well as the inspirational stories of dozens of mothers and their partners, you'll find the "doula viewpoint" on every major pregnancy and delivery issue, making this one of the most important childbirth books you'll ever read and recommend.
ISBN: 9780553385267
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Year first published: 19 May 2009
Pages: 304
Format: Paperback / softback
Here is your guide to the fastest-growing trend in childbirth-a tradition as old as motherhood itself. i>Doulas, /i>or professional labor assistants, have led thousands of expectant women through the birthing process in a way that's safe and meaningful, and that creates the birth and postbirth experience all mothers long for.br>b>br>/b>What exactly doi> /i>doulas do?br>br>How to find one that suits i>you.br>br>/i>What are the "trade secrets" only doulas know but every woman should be aware of (even if you i>don't /i>have a doula)?br>br>In b>The Doula Guide to Birth/b>i>, /i>senior-level doula Ananda Lowe and award-winning health reporter Rachel Zimmerman have written a most comprehensive book that draws on the wisdom of these skilled experts, whose experience with doctors, midwives, nurses, and hospitals makes them invaluable advocates before, during, and after birth. br>br>* Labor techniques anyone can usebr>* Pain medication- do you, don't you-and when?br>* What dads and loved ones need and can do bestbr>* When should you i>really/i> go to the hospital in labor?br>* How to prepare for unexpected medical procedures, including cesareans and epiduralbr>* Postpartum-what it's really like br>* A clip-out chart of labor techniques, birth plan worksheets, and much more br>br>Combining science, wit, warmth, and support, as well as the inspirational stories of dozens of mothers and their partners, you'll find the "doula viewpoint" on every major pregnancy and delivery issue, making this one of the most important childbirth books you'll ever read and recommend.
