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by Henci Goer (Author) "As a childbirth educator and a doula (someone who does labor support), I have read or heard obstetric myths-old doctors' tales, if you like-many times..." (more)
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  • Paperback: 400 pages
  • Publisher: Greenwood Press (28 Feb 1995)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0897894278
  • ISBN-13: 978-0897894272
  • Product Dimensions: 23.5 x 15.4 x 2.9 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 663,574 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)
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"Unencumbered by the burden of conventional obstetrical thinking, Ms. Goer takes a fresh look at current customs in maternity care. Using logic, common sense, and the latest scientific findings, she has written an incisive critique, inspiring us all--physicians, midwives, childbirth educators, nurses, doulas, and expectant parents--to rethink and question routine care as it exists today. This is "must" reading for all who participate in maternity care."-Penny Simkin, P.T., Childbirth Educator, Doula co-author, Pregnancy, Childbirth and the Newborn and author, The Birth Partner

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This text is an attempt to make the medical literature on a variety of key obstetric issues accessible to people who lack the time, expertise, access, or proximity to a medical library. It covers caesarean issues, pregnancy and labour management and provides a review of approaches.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Well organized and impressive from the foreward on!, 30 Jul 1999
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I have implemented much of this information in my childbirth education class believing that freedom of choice is based on knowledge of alternatives. This book is well writen with references to volums of medical research to substantiate it's claims. I encourage my clients and collegues to read it.
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4.0 out of 5 stars excellent bibliography, 9 April 1997
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used this as a refresher for my second (immenent) birth- and came away knowing why I have to trust my body to give birth. It is worth a read even if you don't read all the referenced papers- there are many. A worthwhile comprehensive bibliography for anyone interested in birth issues. A good companion to "A Good Birth, A Safe Birth" by D. Korte.
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