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"*The Thinking Woman's Guide to a Better Birth* puts the power of the latest scientific research into the hands of women to help them discern the facts from the myths and make informed decisions about their maternity care." -- Maureen P. Corry, M.P.H. Executive Director, Maternity Center Association
"In Henci Goer, thinking women have a champion, and maternity caregivers have a challenger. Henci has applied her impressive intellect, wisdom, writing skills, common sense, and wit to produce *The Thinking Woman's Guide to a Better Birth*. She analyzes and makes sense of a prodigious amount of recent obstetric research, boils it down, and summarizes its findings. And, on the basis of these findings, she makes practical recommendations for better births. Not one to pull the wool over anyone's eyes, Henci lets the reader in on her whole thinking process, providing scientific references, summaries of the articles, and logical recommendations--all in a highly readable, user-friendly format." -- Penny Simkin, P.T. internationally known speaker, birth educator, doula, doula-trainer co-author of *Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn* and author of *The Birth Partner*
"With the help of this book, any intelligent person can obtain the information necessary to make informed choices. This unique book will provide the tools and confidence to have the best possible birth experience." -- Don Creevy, M.D., FACOG obstetrician-gynecologist Clinical Assistant Professor, Stanford University Medical School
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The newest procedures. The latest information. The complete rundown on modern pregnancy and childbirth...for women who want the facts.
Every intelligent, informed woman is used to gathering the most complete information she can get before making a decision. But when it comes to one of the most important decisions in her life--how she will give birth--it can be tough to get the complete picture, even from an obstetrician. Surprisingly, much of the latest research goes against common medical opinion. Certified Lamaze instructor and activist Henci Goer brings women the carefully researched facts they'll want to have. Based on the latest medical studies and literature, The Thinking Woman's Guide To A Better Birth offers clear, concise information on tests, procedures and treatments--and gives advice about:* cesareans * ultrasound * gestational diabetes * breech babies * inducing labor * IVs * electronic fetal monitoring * ruptured membranes * epidurals * episiotomies * vaginal birth after a cesarean * midwives and obstetricians * alternative birthing methods * choosing a birth location * drugs and delivery * elective induction * professional labor support * and much more
* Author is a certified Lamaze instructor and doula who counsels women on their childbirth experiences
* Author belongs to the Coalition for Improving Maternity Services
* Drawn upon the most up-to-date medical literature and studies
* Written in an accessible, understandable style, explaining technical medical terms
* Gives advice to women who were dissatisfied with their first birth experience
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"*The Thinking Woman's Guide to a Better Birth* puts the power of the latest scientific research into the hands of women to help them discern the facts from the myths and make informed decisions about their maternity care." -- Maureen P. Corry, M.P.H. Executive Director, Maternity Center Association
"In Henci Goer, thinking women have a champion, and maternity caregivers have a challenger. Henci has applied her impressive intellect, wisdom, writing skills, common sense, and wit to produce *The Thinking Woman's Guide to a Better Birth*. She analyzes and makes sense of a prodigious amount of recent obstetric research, boils it down, and summarizes its findings. And, on the basis of these findings, she makes practical recommendations for better births. Not one to pull the wool over anyone's eyes, Henci lets the reader in on her whole thinking process, providing scientific references, summaries of the articles, and logical recommendations--all in a highly readable, user-friendly format." -- Penny Simkin, P.T. internationally known speaker, birth educator, doula, doula-trainer co-author of *Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn* and author of *The Birth Partner*
"With the help of this book, any intelligent person can obtain the information necessary to make informed choices. This unique book will provide the tools and confidence to have the best possible birth experience." -- Don Creevy, M.D., FACOG obstetrician-gynecologist Clinical Assistant Professor, Stanford University Medical School
Product Description
The newest procedures. The latest information. The complete rundown on modern pregnancy and childbirth...for women who want the facts.
Every intelligent, informed woman is used to gathering the most complete information she can get before making a decision. But when it comes to one of the most important decisions in her life--how she will give birth--it can be tough to get the complete picture, even from an obstetrician. Surprisingly, much of the latest research goes against common medical opinion. Certified Lamaze instructor and activist Henci Goer brings women the carefully researched facts they'll want to have. Based on the latest medical studies and literature, The Thinking Woman's Guide To A Better Birth offers clear, concise information on tests, procedures and treatments--and gives advice about:* cesareans * ultrasound * gestational diabetes * breech babies * inducing labor * IVs * electronic fetal monitoring * ruptured membranes * epidurals * episiotomies * vaginal birth after a cesarean * midwives and obstetricians * alternative birthing methods * choosing a birth location * drugs and delivery * elective induction * professional labor support * and much more
* Author is a certified Lamaze instructor and doula who counsels women on their childbirth experiences
* Author belongs to the Coalition for Improving Maternity Services
* Drawn upon the most up-to-date medical literature and studies
* Written in an accessible, understandable style, explaining technical medical terms
* Gives advice to women who were dissatisfied with their first birth experience
See all Editorial Reviews
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YOU'RE EXPECTING A baby or planning to become pregnant. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
elective repeat cesarean, favorable anterior position, symptomatic scar separation, typical obstetricians, obstetric belief, vaginal breech birth, intermittent listening, cesarean epidemic, awaiting labor, early amniotomy, posterior baby, cesarean rate, professional labor support, freestanding birth centers, epidurals increase, full cervical dilation, uterine hyperstimulation, newborn outcomes, episiotomy rate, more cesareans, prior cesarean, obstetric management, midwifery model, anal tears, abnormal fetal heart rate Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
United States, Induction of Labor, The Full-Term Breech Baby, The Cesarean Epidemic, The Place of Birth, Effective Care, World Health Organization, Public Citizen's Health Research Group, New England Journal New!
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YOU'RE EXPECTING A baby or planning to become pregnant. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
elective repeat cesarean, favorable anterior position, symptomatic scar separation, typical obstetricians, obstetric belief, vaginal breech birth, intermittent listening, cesarean epidemic, awaiting labor, early amniotomy, posterior baby, cesarean rate, professional labor support, freestanding birth centers, epidurals increase, full cervical dilation, uterine hyperstimulation, newborn outcomes, episiotomy rate, more cesareans, prior cesarean, obstetric management, midwifery model, anal tears, abnormal fetal heart rate Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
United States, Induction of Labor, The Full-Term Breech Baby, The Cesarean Epidemic, The Place of Birth, Effective Care, World Health Organization, Public Citizen's Health Research Group, New England Journal New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- A Guide to Effective Care in Pregnancy and Childbirth (Oxford Medical Publications) by Murray Enkin on 8 pages
- Effective Care in Pregnancy and Childbirth (Oxford medical publications) by Iain Chalmers on 8 pages
- Midwifery & Childbirth Pb by Judith Rooks on 6 pages
- Pregnancy, Childbirth and the Newborn: The Complete Guide by Penny Simkin in Front Matter, Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- Pursuing the Birth Machine by M. Wagner in Back Matter (1), Back Matter (2), and Back Matter (3)
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- Mother's Intention: How Belief Shapes Birth by Kim Wildner in Back Matter
- Guýa De La Salud Infantil Para Padres by Steven Dowshen in Back Matter
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