This indispensable book by three distinguished authorities on childbirth shows how every expectant parent can use the help of a doula, or trained labor companion.In their vivid, step-by-step guide, the authors follow the actual course of birth in various settings. They show readers how to achieve these dramatic benefits, and how to find and evaluate the doula.
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40 of 42 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I just finished the book in two days which is an accomplishment with four children at home. EVERY expectant mother should read this book and let it open your eyes to the TREMENDOUS help a doula can be. Even the most skeptical mothers or partners will finish this book with a new sense of what a doula is and how her services should be in EVERY hospital and birthing center. I recommend it to everyone expecting even if you have never heard of a doula. There is an entire chapter deticated to the studies of how doulas shorten labor, enhance labor experiences, lessens c-sections, lessen post partum depression....and the list goes on and on. Inform yourself, inform your partner, this book is excellent.
27 of 28 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
"Doula is a Greek word referring to an experienced woman who helps other women. The word has now come to mean a woman experienced in childbirth who provides continuous physical, emotional, and informational support to the mother before, during, and just after childbirth." That's how the authors of "Mothering the Mother" define a doula. Sound wonderful? After reading the book, you'll think so. "Mothering the Mother," written by childbirth authorities Marshall H. Klaus, M.D., John H. Kennell, M.D., (co-authors of "Parent-Infant Bonding") and Phyllis H. Klaus, M.Ed, C.S.W., is fascinating reading.
The book explains the role of the doula, how she can support the mother and father during birth, and cites studies that document how birth with a doula improves outcomes in areas such as length of labor, rates of vaginal deliveries, the use of medications and other interventions. According to the authors, doulas shorten first-time labors by an average of two hours, decrease the chance of Cesarean section deliveries by 50 percent, decrease the need for pain medications, help fathers participate in the birth with confidence, increase success in breast-feeding.
"Mothering the Mother" follows the actual course of birth in various settings and includes photos of birthing women being assisted by fathers and doulas. The book shows readers how to achieve the benefits of having a doula, and how to find and evaluate a doula.
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
I am a doula and the information that is contained in this book is informative and helps our clients learn about what we can and cannot do to help them. I feel that every mother should have a doula. Not because I am a Doula, but because I had a Doula myself. This book will let couples make informed decisions about having a doula at their birth.
22 of 24 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
I ordered this book from Amazon.com and read
it cover to cover the day it arrivedl It is
FULL of information about what Doulas can do
for couples wanting to have a happy birth
experience as well as how a Doula is a
unique and incredibly important addition to
to any happy childbirth experience. This book
not only tells the reader the results of the
research that's been done on how a Doula can
help shorten labor and how a Doula can improve
the feelings of the couple after the birth
both to each other and the child, but it also
explains exactly what a Doula does and what
she ACTUALLY DOES for the couple during the
birth.
As a registered Doula working towards
certification, I just can not say enough good
things about this book...or about Amazon.com's
service and I recommend both liberally
whenever I get the chance.<BR
it cover to cover the day it arrivedl It is
FULL of information about what Doulas can do
for couples wanting to have a happy birth
experience as well as how a Doula is a
unique and incredibly important addition to
to any happy childbirth experience. This book
not only tells the reader the results of the
research that's been done on how a Doula can
help shorten labor and how a Doula can improve
the feelings of the couple after the birth
both to each other and the child, but it also
explains exactly what a Doula does and what
she ACTUALLY DOES for the couple during the
birth.
As a registered Doula working towards
certification, I just can not say enough good
things about this book...or about Amazon.com's
service and I recommend both liberally
whenever I get the chance.<BR
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
any woman or couple who is expecting a baby should take the time to read this wonderful book, then check out the opportunities for labor assistance in their area. What a difference it can make in having a birth experience that you will look back on fondly.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
Inspired me to hire a doula/labor assistant- and it was definitely worth it. Find out what most of womankind throughout history has known about support in labor, and why you should rely on someone other than just your partner. He has a different role, learn what the role of a doula is
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I am a soon-to-be doula in training. This was the first book I've read from the required reading list. The writing is well put together and down to earth. It was an excellent overview of the challenges ahead. It works well as a first "taste" of the service offered by loving, caring, labor assistants.
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
This warm hearted book describes how a doula (professional
labor support) can help you decrease labor pain, decrease
cesarean sections and other complications, while enhancing
the experience for you and your partner. It includes sections
on the medical studies concerning doulas, and certification
programs available.
labor support) can help you decrease labor pain, decrease
cesarean sections and other complications, while enhancing
the experience for you and your partner. It includes sections
on the medical studies concerning doulas, and certification
programs available.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Buy The Doula Book instead
Most of this book is included, verbatim, in the authors' The Doula Book, latest print 2012. You definitely only need one of these books and The Doula Book includes more updated... Read more
Published 6 months ago by MLR
4.0 out of 5 stars
Worthwhile purchase
This book is a really useful resource for mothers to be or anyone interested in becoming a doula or knowing what a doula does and how one can be of assistance to a woman in labour.
Published 7 months ago by cy
5.0 out of 5 stars
excellent info
This is a very good book explaining the role of the doula. I like the quote from a (female) doctor: "If a doula were a drug, it would be unethical not to offer it to every... Read more
Published 21 months ago by kc
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good information
Good information, even though it's a bit dated (see pictures! grin). I bought this book to help me get ready to be a doula for my friend. Read more
Published on September 4, 2010 by MukilteoLover
4.0 out of 5 stars
Very informative, quick read
After seeing several references to Doulas in other pregnancy and childbirth books, I was curious about exactly what a Doula does and doesn't do. Read more
Published on March 12, 2002
5.0 out of 5 stars
Mothering the Mother
This book is very helpful and insightful. I found the reading easy and informative. This book truly gives a clear idea of what a doula does and doesn't do. Read more
Published on August 9, 2001 by jane
5.0 out of 5 stars
What to expect and look for
Mothering the Mother was great. When you are having your first, you're nervous, no matter how well you prepare. Read more
Published on August 6, 2001
1.0 out of 5 stars
turned me off to doulas
This book turned me off to the whole idea of a doula. For financial reasons, I was unable to hire a doula but had heard they could be a big help and this book came highly... Read more
Published on January 26, 2001
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- Babies And Their Mothers (Merloyd Lawrence) by D. W. Winnicott on page 53, page 109, and Back Matter
- Midwives and Medical Men by Jean Donnison on page 68, and Back Matter
- The Amazing Newborn by Marshall H. Klaus in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- Through Pediatrics to Psychoanalysis : The Collected Papers of D. W. Winnicott by Donald Woods Winnicott in Back Matter
- Special Women: The Role of the Professional Labor Assistant by Paulina Perez in Back Matter
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- The Thinking Woman's Guide to a Better Birth by Henci Goer in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- Cyborg Babies: From Techno-Sex to Techno-Tots by R. Davis-Floyd on page 263
- Your Amazing Newborn by M.D. Marshall H. Klaus in Front Matter
- The Twelve-Month Pregnancy by Susan K. Perry on page 193
- The Essential Guide to Lesbian Conception, Pregnancy, and Birth by Kim Toevs on page 452
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