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Ina May's Guide to Childbirth : Updated with New Material by Ina May Gaskin (2003, Trade Paperback)
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"Ina May's Guide to Childbirth: Updated with New Material" by Ina May Gaskin is a trade paperback book in English, intended for adults. The book covers topics such as alternative therapies, reference, and pregnancy & childbirth. With illustrations and a nonfiction narrative, it provides insights and information on natural and healthy childbirth options. Published in 2003 by Random House Publishing Group, this first edition book is a valuable resource for those interested in alternative approaches to childbirth."
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Product Identifiers
PublisherRandom House Publishing Group
ISBN-100553381156
ISBN-139780553381153
eBay Product ID (ePID)2376832
Product Key Features
Book TitleIna May's Guide to Childbirth : Updated with New Material
Number of Pages400 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2003
TopicAlternative Therapies, Reference, Pregnancy & Childbirth
IllustratorYes
GenreHealth & Fitness
AuthorIna May Gaskin
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.7 in
Item Weight16.8 Oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width5.9 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2002-029901
Dewey Edition21
Dewey Decimal618.4/5
SynopsisMORE THAN 500,000 COPIES SOLD! * In this completely revised and updated edition, the nation's leading midwife shares the benefits and joys of natural childbirth by showing women how to trust in the ancient wisdom of their bodies for a healthy and fulfilling birthing experience. "This book should be read by every woman who is having or may someday have a baby, and by every midwife, nurse, doula, childbirth educator, and doctor who assists or may someday assist these women through their maternity experiences."--Marsden Wagner, M.D., M.S., former Director of Women's and Children's Health, World Health Organization Based on the female-centered Midwifery Model of Care and drawing upon her decades of experience, Ina May Gaskin gives expectant mothers comprehensive information on everything from the all-important mind-body connection to how to give birth without technological intervention. Filled with inspiring birth stories and practical advice, this invaluable resource covers: * Reducing the pain of labor without drugs--and the miraculous roles touch and massage play * What really happens during labor * Orgasmic birth--making birth pleasurable * Common methods of inducing labor--and which to avoid at all costs * Tips for maximizing your chances of an unmedicated labor and birth * How to avoid postpartum bleeding--and depression * The risks of anesthesia and cesareans--what your doctor doesn't necessarily tell you * How to create a safe, comfortable environment for birth in any setting, including a hospital * And much more! Ina May's Guide to Childbirth takes the fear out of childbirth by restoring women's faith in their own natural power to give birth with more ease, less pain, and less medical intervention., What you need to know to have the best birth experience for you. Drawing upon her thirty-plus years of experience, Ina May Gaskin, the nation's leading midwife, shares the benefits and joys of natural childbirth by showing women how to trust in the ancient wisdom of their bodies for a healthy and fulfilling birthing experience. Based on the female-centered Midwifery Model of Care, Ina May's Guide to Childbirth gives expectant mothers comprehensive information on everything from the all-important mind-body connection to how to give birth without technological intervention. Filled with inspiring birth stories and practical advice, this invaluable resource includes: - Reducing the pain of labor without drugs--and the miraculous roles touch and massage play - What really happens during labor - Orgasmic birth--making birth pleasurable - Episiotomy--is it really necessary? - Common methods of inducing labor--and which to avoid at all costs - Tips for maximizing your chances of an unmedicated labor and birth - How to avoid postpartum bleeding--and depression - The risks of anesthesia and cesareans--what your doctor doesn't necessarily tell you - The best ways to work with doctors and/or birth care providers - How to create a safe, comfortable environment for birth in any setting, including a hospital - And much more Ina May's Guide to Childbirth takes the fear out of childbirth by restoring women's faith in their own natural power to give birth with more ease, less pain, and less medical intervention., MORE THAN 500,000 COPIES SOLD! - In this completely revised and updated edition, the nation's leading midwife shares the benefits and joys of natural childbirth by showing women how to trust in the ancient wisdom of their bodies for a healthy and fulfilling birthing experience. "This book should be read by every woman who is having or may someday have a baby, and by every midwife, nurse, doula, childbirth educator, and doctor who assists or may someday assist these women through their maternity experiences."--Marsden Wagner, M.D., M.S., former Director of Women's and Children's Health, World Health Organization Based on the female-centered Midwifery Model of Care and drawing upon her decades of experience, Ina May Gaskin gives expectant mothers comprehensive information on everything from the all-important mind-body connection to how to give birth without technological intervention. Filled with inspiring birth stories and practical advice, this invaluable resource covers: - Reducing the pain of labor without drugs--and the miraculous roles touch and massage play - What really happens during labor - Orgasmic birth--making birth pleasurable - Common methods of inducing labor--and which to avoid at all costs - Tips for maximizing your chances of an unmedicated labor and birth - How to avoid postpartum bleeding--and depression - The risks of anesthesia and cesareans--what your doctor doesn't necessarily tell you - How to create a safe, comfortable environment for birth in any setting, including a hospital - And much more! Ina May's Guide to Childbirth takes the fear out of childbirth by restoring women's faith in their own natural power to give birth with more ease, less pain, and less medical intervention.
LC Classification NumberRG661.G376 2003
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- Jul 17, 2018
A must-read for all pregnant women!
Do yourself a favor and read this book to prepare for birth. It will make you excited, not scared! A fantastic approach and a wonderful author!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Apr 11, 2023
Great Book
Very informative must read! Take back your health freedom from the lunatics at the hospital kill centers.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jan 08, 2019
Very happy customer
Absolutely wonderful book, full of great information! Was recommended by my midwife I read it and there were several other recommendations listed within the book about natural birth that I will be finding to read as well. 10/10 already recommended to a friend :) Thank you!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Apr 06, 2016
A must read for ALL mamas-to-be
This book prepared and educated me more than any other book in preparation for my first birth. The pictures are informative and really help you to visualize your own birth. I would recommend this book to any and every expecting woman.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Mar 09, 2021
Great Book (in great condition)
I’m actually not sure why this book was “acceptable” condition. It seemed brand new to me. It’s a wonderful book to empower women and remind them that there wouldn’t be 7 billion people on the planet if childbirth wasn’t both natural and very much possible. I bought this before having my fifth baby (after 4 wonderful inductions and epidurals) and it has so encouraged me and made me feel like my fifth delivery can be entirely different if I choose. I wish I had read it before having my first. I’ll be passing this down to my daughters!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Oct 19, 2021
Impactful book
24 weeks pregnant when reading this book. It’s insightful and encouraging. I feel more well informed about the birth of the baby. The birth story’s are great too.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Feb 24, 2016
Lots of good stories
It seems like all of them are births that were done in their birth center. Would love to hear some good ones in the hospital. However I have not finished the book yet. But that is how it seems.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Mar 17, 2021
Best information for natural childbirth
Starting with true stories of women who gave birth naturally despite all odds and then going on to give information of how to prepare and what to expect this book covers every topic a new or even experienced mother needs to know.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- May 02, 2018
My go-to labor preparation book
This book has been the most important piece of my literature collection in preparing for birth. I recommend this book for all expectant mothers, whether naturally minded or not.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jul 07, 2018
What every expectant mom or a birth doula or birth practitioner needs
This book is so informative about pregnancy and birth. It’s quite an amazing book and so helpful.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
