Ina May's Guide to Childbirth - Softcover
The international bestseller that has helped millions of women trust in their body - and their baby - and give birth without fear
Drawing on over 40 years' experience, internationally acclaimed midwife Ina May Gaskin shows you how to use the mind-body connection to help labour progress calmly and safely.
In Ina May's Guide to Childbirth, she shares:
- Inspiring real-life stories that show what a positive experience childbirth can be
- What happens during labour and the true capabilities of the female body
- How to create a comfortable environment for birth in any setting
- Tips for maximising your chances of a relaxed and joyful birth experience
Read by millions of women around the world, this reassuring and practical guide will take the fear out of childbirth and restore your faith in the power of your body. With Gaskin's timeless wisdom, you can approach birth with confidence and excitement, wherever and however it happens.
Drawing on over 40 years' experience, internationally acclaimed midwife Ina May Gaskin shows you how to use the mind-body connection to help labour progress calmly and safely.
In Ina May's Guide to Childbirth, she shares:
- Inspiring real-life stories that show what a positive experience childbirth can be
- What happens during labour and the true capabilities of the female body
- How to create a comfortable environment for birth in any setting
- Tips for maximising your chances of a relaxed and joyful birth experience
Read by millions of women around the world, this reassuring and practical guide will take the fear out of childbirth and restore your faith in the power of your body. With Gaskin's timeless wisdom, you can approach birth with confidence and excitement, wherever and however it happens.
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"Ina May Gaskin is a...treasure. In this invaluable guide her deep experience and profound insights are updated for a new generation and a new set of technologies. Indispensable!" (Naomi Wolf, author of The Beauty Myth and Misconceptions)
"As a reproductive scientist as well as a medical practitioner, I can assure readers that everything Ina May presents in this book is based on the best scientific evidence. This book should be read by every woman...and by every midwife, nurse, doula, childbirth educator and doctor" (Dr Marsden Wagner, former Director of Women’s and Children’s Health, World Health Organization)
"Few books have the potential to improve the life of everyone born on the planet. This one does" (Alice Walker, author of The Color Purple)
"intuitive and informative" (Yoga Magazine)
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"As a reproductive scientist as well as a medical practitioner, I can assure readers that everything Ina May presents in this book is based on the best scientific evidence. This book should be read by every woman...and by every midwife, nurse, doula, childbirth educator and doctor" (Dr Marsden Wagner, former Director of Women’s and Children’s Health, World Health Organization)
"Few books have the potential to improve the life of everyone born on the planet. This one does" (Alice Walker, author of The Color Purple)
"intuitive and informative" (Yoga Magazine)
Everything you need to know about the best birth experience for you, from America's leading midwife
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- Publication date2008
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- ISBN 13 9780091924157
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