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Mothering The Mother: How A Doula Can Help You Have A Shorter, Easier, And Healthier Birth [Paperback]

Marshall H. Klaus (Author)
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A doula is an experienced labor companion who provides continuous emotional support and assistance before, during, and after birth. Through research with over 2,000 women, the authors show that the presence of a doula shortens labor by an average of two hours, decreases cesarean sections by over 50%, decreases the need for pain medication, helps fathers participate, and more.

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  • Paperback: 192 pages
  • Publisher: Da Capo Press; 1 edition (March 20, 1993)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0201632721
  • ISBN-13: 978-0201632729
  • Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 8 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #504,601 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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. . . WOMEN HELPING WOMEN in labor is an ancient and widespread practice. Read the first page
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40 of 42 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars If you think you don't need a Doula, please read this., February 14, 2000
This review is from: Mothering The Mother: How A Doula Can Help You Have A Shorter, Easier, And Healthier Birth (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.
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26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful overview of how a doula can help you, November 10, 1997
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This review is from: Mothering The Mother: How A Doula Can Help You Have A Shorter, Easier, And Healthier Birth (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.

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The most up to date information about Doulas., January 6, 1999
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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.
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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

4.0 out of 5 stars My first doula book
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. Read more
Published on February 16, 2002 by Persis T. Bristol

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

5.0 out of 5 stars Mother's-to-be please take a look!
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. Read more
Published on March 8, 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars This is THE book for and about Doulas!
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... Read more
Published on July 10, 1997

5.0 out of 5 stars it sure works
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... Read more
Published on April 9, 1997

5.0 out of 5 stars A must see for parents and doulas!
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... Read more
Published on January 6, 1997

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