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Heart and Hands: A Midwife's Guide to Pregnancy and Birth,New
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For over two decades, HEART & HANDS has been a beloved guide for both midwives and parents interested in the benefits of midwifery care. This allnew fourth edition has been revised from start to finish, featuring updated material that emphasizes independent midwifery, physiologic (natural) birth, and the art of nonintervention. Midwifery expert Elizabeth Davis includes valuable hints for turning breech and posterior babies, mediating pain in labor, and supporting newborn physiology. Davis also reveals the keys to postpartum recovery, with practical tips on breastfeeding for busy mothers. Comprehensive and compassionate, HEART & HANDS remains a dogeared classic for parents, midwives, and other birthing helpers.Thoroughly revised and updated fourth edition of the classic text for midwives, also useful for expecting parents, nurses, childbirth educators, doulas, and other labor helpers.Features new diagrams and photographs, updated midwifery forms, and an expanded resource list for parents.Expanded sections on GBS, VBAC, gestational diabetes, and water birth address current controversies.Previous editions have sold more than 150,000 copies. 'An impressive and deeply caring book . . . reveals a shrewd and compassionate sensitivity to women'?s needs in pregnancy and childbirth.' Sheila Kitzinger, author of The Complete Book of Pregnancy and Birth
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Heart and Hands: A Midwife's Guide to Pregnancy and Birth'? A: The book focuses on midwifery care, emphasizing independent midwifery, physiologic (natural) birth, and the art of nonintervention during pregnancy and childbirth.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Heart and Hands' is Elizabeth Davis, a midwifery expert with extensive experience in childbirth and postpartum care.
- Q: What new features are included in the fourth edition of this book? A: The fourth edition includes updated material, new diagrams and photographs, revised midwifery forms, and an expanded resource list for parents.
- Q: Is this book suitable for expecting parents? A: Yes, 'Heart and Hands' is useful for expecting parents, midwives, nurses, childbirth educators, and doulas, providing valuable insights into pregnancy and birth.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 328 pages of comprehensive information about pregnancy and childbirth.
- Q: What are some specific topics covered in this edition? A: This edition addresses topics such as Group B Streptococcus (GBS), VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean), gestational diabetes, and water birth, reflecting current controversies.
- Q: What is the condition of the used copy available for purchase? A: The used book is in 'Very Good' condition, indicating that it has been well cared for.
- Q: When was the fourth edition of this book published? A: The fourth edition of 'Heart and Hands' was published on November 1, 2004.
- Q: Are there any reviews or endorsements for this book? A: Yes, the book has received praise from experts, including Sheila Kitzinger, who describes it as 'an impressive and deeply caring book'.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in a paperback binding, making it easy to handle and read.