Doulas
why every pregnant woman deserves one
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Author
Publication
2012 - Rockpool Publishing, Dulwich Hill, N.S.W., Australia
Language
English
Word Count
42,000 words, Guess
Page Count
168 pages
Physical Format
Paperback
Identifiers
- Open LibraryOL25429254M
- ISBN-139781921295300
- ISBN-101921295309
- OCLC Control Numberdoulaswhyeverypr0000ross
- Library of Congress Control Number2012538067
Classifications
- LCCRG950
Description
Imagine birthing your baby exactly the way you would like -- quietly and peacefully in a dimly lit room in absolute control of your labour and birth, feeling safe and supported. A doula can help you achieve this. Doulas are trained to look after you, both emotionally and physically, during pregnancy, labour and birthing. They empower you to negotiate the best care for you and your baby. They act as your advocate, steering you and your partner through the sometimes daunting hospital system. Or if you have chosen to have your baby at a birth centre or at home, your doula will be with you and your partner providing support, reassurance and encouragement. In Doulas you will find all you need to know about: choosing the right doula for you, what care is available, prenatal education, the stages of labour, conquering your fear of labour and birthing, the magic of hormones during birth, plus wonderful, inspiring stories from women and men of the wisdom and understanding that doulas bring to the experience of giving birth. - Back cover.
Description
Imagine birthing your baby exactly the way you would like -- quietly and peacefully in a dimly lit room in absolute control of your labour and birth, feeling safe and supported. A doula can help you achieve this. Doulas are trained to look after you, both emotionally and physically, during pregnancy, labour and birthing. They empower you to negotiate the best care for you and your baby. They act as your advocate, steering you and your partner through the sometimes daunting hospital system. Or if you have chosen to have your baby at a birth centre or at home, your doula will be with you and your partner providing support, reassurance and encouragement. This book will discuss what a difference a doula can make.
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- Doulas: why every pregnant woman deserves one
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