After birthing two babies and preparing for our third, I have revisited many of my old favourite
books about natural childbirth but I was shocked to realise I hadn't actually read Ina May's landmark «Guide to Childbirth» yet.
She offered tips, recommended books and articles, sent me links and educated me in a gentle, non-obtrusive
way about natural childbirth, breastfeeding and attachment parenting (although I don't think she ever used that specific term, now that I think about it).
In addition to illustrating the self referential nature of NCB advocacy, Herrera unintentionally revealed some astounding
facts about natural childbirth advocates in general and homebirth (direct entry) midwives in particular.
Yes, there are
cameos about natural childbirth and cheesemaking, but given the huge societal changes taking place at the time — the women's liberation movement, the Black Panthers, Stonewall — I expected more.
As an obstetrician - gynecologist who writes
extensively about natural childbirth, breastfeeding, and attachment parenting, I've read the scientific literature and know that it often differs dramatically from what new moms are told.
One of the ways I prepared Ava for what would happen was by reading «Welcome With Love,» a beautiful children's book
about natural childbirth.
Hilary Jacobson CCHt, Switzerland Recently, I read in a book
about natural childbirth that mothers should prepare mentally ahead of time just in case a Cesarean birth is needed.
Recently, I read in a book
about natural childbirth that mothers should prepare mentally ahead of time just in case a Cesarean birth is needed.
Professional videos always have a message, either
about natural childbirth or medical interventions,» says birth and postpartum doula Stephanie Heintzeler, who recommends avoiding videos that focus on overly dramatic or scary aspects of labor without providing balance.