Active Birth Revised Edition

Balaskas, Janet

ISBN 10: 1558320385 / ISBN 13: 9781558320383

Editore: Harvard Common Press, 1992

Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Codice articolo 00109124246

Riassunto:

It's time to empower yourself and just say no to giving birth passively.

This is the book that has revolutionized childbirth, turning birthing mothers from subdued and passive "patients" to active and empowered owners of their childbirth experience. Janet Balaskas started a movement of women who refused to give birth lying down and she has been teaching women about "active birth” ever since. She emphasizes the importance of movement during labor, the wide range of options and positions for delivery itself, and the many natural alternatives to heavy sedation and other medical interventions. Her book is eminently useful whether you are planning to give birth in a hospital, a free-standing birth center, or at home. If such options as water birth or hypno-birthing are appealing to you, this is an essential book; at the same time, it is non-judgmental and encourages you to give birth in whatever manner and position you see fit. It covers:

• Exercises for pregnancy, to prepare you optimally for childbirth
• Massage and yoga during labor
• Labor and birthing positions that maximize your comfort and encourage efficient contractions 
• Essential tips for birth partners, spouses, doulas, and other attendants
• Relaxation and recovery exercises, for the postpartum period

Janet Balaskas shows you how to prepare for and experience a truly natural, joyful, and empowering birth.

Informazioni sull'autore:

Janet Balaskas is the founder of the active birth movement, which has led to important changes in childbirth practices all over the world. A mother of four, she runs the Active Birth Centre in London, where she trains childbirth educators and teaches classes for expectant parents.

Dati bibliografici

Titolo: Active Birth Revised Edition
Casa editrice: Harvard Common Press
Data di pubblicazione: 1992
Legatura: Brossura
Condizione: Very Good