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Random House Publishing Group
ISBN-10
0553381156
ISBN-13
9780553381153
eBay Product ID (ePID)
2376832

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Book Title
Ina May's Guide to Childbirth : Updated with New Material
Number of Pages
400 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2003
Topic
Alternative Therapies, Reference, Pregnancy & Childbirth
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Yes
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Health & Fitness
Author
Ina May Gaskin
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Trade Paperback

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0.7 in
Item Weight
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2002-029901
Dewey Edition
21
Dewey Decimal
618.4/5
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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., 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.
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RG661.G376 2003

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by childrensneedsSep 02, 2008
Ina May's Guide to Childbirth by Ina May Gaskin
This book by Ina May Gaskin, author of "spiritual midwifery" is a must for all families, expecting or not. It is one of the best books to educate mothers showing how their choices during pregnancy, and labor and delivery, influence their lives. We as society are quite undereducated when it comes to child birth. The doctors word is always right and women just follow the doctors instructions blindly. With the increasing, already scary c-section rate in the USA, women should stand up and demand better care. With Ina May you can learn what better care means and how to receive it, even when your doctor doesn't seem anything wrong with his inhumane care of babies and mother during labor and delivery. It is about time women are allowed to be strengthened by their birthing experience, supported through the process rather than being rescued from it by mainly male professionals who have a very limited education on childbirth. I keep a couple of copies of this book on my shelf to give away at all times. I have seen women change their attitude about labor by reading this book and consequently having a wonderful experience rather than being at the mercy of their doctor and nurses. Definitely a book every expecting mother and father should read. Throw away the unintelligent book of "what to expect when you are expecting" and get this "Ina May's Guide to Childbirth," she knows what she is talking about as US leading midwife!Read full review
5 out of 5 stars
by E0XIJ92FTri@Del...Mar 24, 2009
The Most Important Book Ever
Everyone will, at sometime in their lives, either have a baby, father a baby, or know someone very close to them who will have a baby. The information in this book is very important to say the least. I just recently gave birth for the second time and this book was my bible and my handbook. I delivered a 9 lb. baby in my house, in a water birth tub, with a midwife, and my baby was breech!!! (That means my baby came out bottom first instead of the typical head first presentation.) I knew my baby was breech and I made the decision to have him at home instead of unnaturally doing it in a hospital, where they would've no doubt tried to talk me into having a risky c-section. This book not only helped me to make my decision, it gave me a lot of information to know what to do and how to do it. This book has the potential to save lives!! It also gives information on choices that you will have to make after the baby comes. Ina May Gaskin has lead a group of midwives who have successfully and safely delivered over 2,200 babies and almost all of them without medical intervention. She is the queen of the midwives and this book is pure genius!Read full review
5 out of 5 stars
by kcmcb05Jun 02, 2010
Must read if you're expecting or assisting w/ delivery
I bought this book after hearing many good reviews about it from other moms and moms-to-be. I am pregnant, and planning a natural unmedicated birth. I recommend this book to anyone who is pregnant or who will be assisting a woman during delivery. Whether or not you plan to use anesthesia, this book will provide a lot of useful tips for how to manage labor before you're able to get an epidural, or if it wears off. It starts off with several different women's birth stories, and then Ina May discusses many aspects of pregnancy, labor and birth. She provides many references, and discusses how our bodies are made to give birth. It's practical and straightforward, and easy to read. Definitely one of the best books I've read about pregnancy/childbirth. I highly recommend it!
5 out of 5 stars
by monkeysuitvinta...Nov 05, 2009
Hippie book good for non-hippies too!
I really love this book. I read it before having our first baby and after DH read it, we decided to do a homebirth. Whether you are having a home or hospital birth, this book gives an amazing look at what happens in childbirth, and the things to do and not to do from real stories. I don't think anyone should go through labor without this wonderful primer! The book gets you excited about this natural process, and I am actually looking forward to labor this time around. It also helps wipe out any 1970s horror stories that your relatives may have told you about birth :) An aside- read this book, then read the medical model that hospitals give out before making a final decision on where to have your baby. You owe it to yourself and your family to know the facts on such an important event!Read full review
5 out of 5 stars
by magicspiritblis...Jan 26, 2010
A Book for Every Pregnant Woman
Ina May Gaskin is the BEST. She is the most knowledgeable on natural childbirth helping deliver thousands of babies since the 70's and draws upon her wisdom from those many hours she spent with each woman during their labors. She has VERY important tips and simple suggestions for the woman in labor and how your partner can participate. This book is a must if you are thinking about having your child naturally. Guys can benefit from reading this too, there are ideas you may get from the birth stories to assist your partner along labor in the most loving way. I also recommend getting her "Spiritual Midwifery" book. It has lots of pictures and stories as well.
5 out of 5 stars
by goodgreatfabulo...Jul 13, 2008
Excellent information regarding natural childbirth
This book is the most wonderful, thought-provoking book I have ever read regarding natural childbirth and midwifery. Ina May begins this book by sharing a variety of stories about women who chose to have their babies naturally without drugs or any unnecessary medical intervention. The book promotes women supporting women in what has been done for centuries: birthing babies. The childbirth process is something to be experienced and cherished rather than something we pray "to get over with." I really enjoyed the tips Ina gives for trying to achieve the most natural childbirth experience if you are giving birth in a hospital. I had my baby at home with a midwife and reading this book reassured me that I was doing the right and best thing for myself and for my baby. Enjoy!!
5 out of 5 stars
by Lln8qE0bRAe@Del...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!
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by 3Zqp5XAhSbi@Del...Dec 13, 2006
A MUST HAVE!!
I LOVE THIS BOOK!! I borrowed this book from our local library & found it hard to put down!! I intend to buy my own copy to keep as my pregnancy 'bible'!! I thought I knew a lot about pregnancy & childbirth, but I learned so much more while reading this book!! Ina May is so practical & down-to-earth... She presents not only the 'midwife' model of prenatal care, labor & delivery but also the 'medical' model. She lets you know what to expect no matter what type of caregiver you chose. She tells you what options are available to today's pregnant women & encourages you to make your own decisions. If you read only one book about pregnancy- THIS SHOULD BE IT!!
5 out of 5 stars
by tebendiga0604Feb 03, 2009
Excellent Guide for New and Repeat Moms
I'm very thankful for this book; I believe it gave me the insight to make the best decisions for increasing my likelihood of having a natural childbirth. As a VBAC, I was unsure that my OBGYN was entirely supportive; after reading this book, I had the knowledge and confidence to ask the right questions to ascertain that the OBGYN would actually intervene signficantly if I didn't progress as they wanted. I looked into The Farm and began even considering HBAC. I found a midwife practice that is completely supportive of my desires, and a burden has been lifted. This book was referred to me by my doula and I highly recommend it to anyone interested in gaining wisdom related to natural childbirth. Good luck!
5 out of 5 stars
by ahriyehlahApr 11, 2023
Great Book
Very informative must read! Take back your health freedom from the lunatics at the hospital kill centers.
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