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'Informative, interesting and stimulating...it should be a necessary part of every midwife's reading.' ARMS QUARTERLY JOURNAL
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A groundbreaking new book from natural birth pioneer, Janet Balaskas, a renowned teacher and writer. Based on 15 years of working with water births, the book is packed with inspiring stories. This is the indispensable handbook for parents contemplating a water birth and the midwives who will attend them in labour.
This is a comprehensive guide to all aspects of water birth from the leading name in natural and active births, Janet Balaskas.
Introducing a deep pool of warm water to the birthing room – either at home or in hospital – is a good way of making labour shorter, easier and more comfortable, increasing the mother’s sense of privacy and making the baby’s entry into the world gentle and free from trauma.
The Waterbirth Book is a straightforward, detailed and supportive guide for both parents and medical staff, providing all the necessary advice for parents contemplating a waterbirth either at home or in a hospital. It includes:
• the history of birthing in water
• the benefits of water in labour – pain relief, hormonal effects, speed of labour and more
• choosing a waterbirth – other birth choices, practical considerations, professional support
• preparing for a waterbirth – hospital facilities, pool hire, learning to be at ease in the water
• using the pool in labour – the practicalities, what to expect
Full of inspiring stories and black and white photographs the book provides a fascinating document of home births with water from the past 15 years.
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33 of 34 people found the following review helpful
Not only does it cover water labouring and birth but discusses how to get the birth you want by explaining other methods of pain relief - when and why you may need them.
Essentially it's an empowering book for women seeking an active birth with an interest in using water. If you're thinking of using water this is a must read. If you decide against it or don't manage to use it you will gain a lot of knowledge about labour and birth. Great for first time parents.
(I wrote this review before my son was born just thought I'd add I managed a water birth!)
Essentially it's an empowering book for women seeking an active birth with an interest in using water. If you're thinking of using water this is a must read. If you decide against it or don't manage to use it you will gain a lot of knowledge about labour and birth. Great for first time parents.
(I wrote this review before my son was born just thought I'd add I managed a water birth!)
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
This book has been reviewed as very popular and I have enjoyed every minute of reading it. It gives me an inner peaceful perspective on my birth plan. Very infomative and intersting.
Love it!!!
Love it!!!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
After reading many positive reviews, I decided to buy it and I must say it was well worth it. I've not given birth yet, but since I'm hoping for a water birth I found this book very instructive, full of information and practical examples. It's easy reading and there's a lot more than just water birth info. I totally recommend it.
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