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by Sheila Kitzinger (Author)
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  • Paperback: 432 pages
  • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd; 3rd Revised edition edition (1 May 1997)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0140263535
  • ISBN-13: 978-0140263534
  • Product Dimensions: 23.6 x 16.5 x 2.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
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"When it comes to pregnancy and childbirth, they don't come much more qualified than Sheila Kitzinger." --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for a first time mother, 30 Jun 2003
This review is from: The New Pregnancy and Childbirth: Choices and Challenges (Hardcover)
Sheila expains everything in a way other authors can't manage. I've learnt a lot about my body and my baby's body by reading this book and learn more every time I pick it up!
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19 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A revalation, 17 Nov 2001
A well written book, covering all aspects of pregnancy and birth, educational and the best of the numerous books i have read in the space of 2 pregnancys. From understanding your medical record to making educated choices about your birthing preferances, this book takes you away from being a passive patient to being an informed mother. explaining different types of labour, how to relieve it, and even has a chapter for expectant dads. This is my childbirth bible, if you only buy one book make it this one.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars A trustworthy and compact reference tool, 7 Mar 2005
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This review is from: The New Pregnancy and Childbirth: Choices and Challenges (Hardcover)
Another mum lent me this book but I intend to buy it for all my friends when they are pregnant. It gives clear information on all the choices mums-to-be face, especially surrounding the birth itself, and makes an excellent starting point for further research as well as a trustworthy reference point whilst in hospital.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic, informative book
My mother gave me the earlier edition of this book when I was pregnant with my first child. Over my four pregnancies I have refered to this book more than any other. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Mrs. Rowena Evans

5.0 out of 5 stars My bible!
I love Shelia Kitzinger! I got loads of books when pregnant with my first baby, but this is the one I kept coming back to. Read more
Published on 21 Jan 2005 by J. Brown

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for reference
There were so many pregnancy/childbirth books to chose from that I found it hard to decide on a title. I opted for "The new pregnancy and childbirth" by S. Read more
Published on 27 Jun 2004 by C. Harris

1.0 out of 5 stars Frightening and unhelpful
Sheila Kitzinger paints the medical profession in an extremely bad light. The section on how to write a birth plan contains a statement along the lines of "doctors tend to be... Read more
Published on 2 Sep 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars A very empowering book
Although the author makes it obvious she is anti-intervention, the book is clearly intended to promote choice above all. Read more
Published on 6 Nov 2001 by clare.kirkpatrick@orange.net

1.0 out of 5 stars A biased view of pregnancy and birth
If you are going to buy one book on pregnancy and birth, do not buy this one. It is biased towards what Ms. Kitzinger calls a "natural" pregnancy and birth. Read more
Published on 28 Mar 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars If you buy no other book on pregnancy, buy this
Easily the best book on pregnancy and childbirth I have found. I have recommended it to friends who have eagerly recommended it to their friends too. Read more
Published on 23 Jan 2000

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