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It's hard to imagine childbirth ever being easy, but this guide will point soon-to-be mothers in the right direction. In a thoughtful, thorough and straightforward manner, the authors discuss medical and non-medical approaches to dealing with pain during the most physically painful time of a woman's life. Dr. Camann and Kathryn Alexander bring more than 20 years of obstetric, anesthesia, and health care experience to the task, providing invaluable advice for mothers, especially first-timers. The authors hope that by moving the focus away from the intense pain, a mother can experience the joy that comes from childbirth. Practicality is paramount, as is ample preparation prior to entering the delivery room. They assert that each woman's decision about her labor is a personal choice, and each experience will be different—as such, they discuss all possibilities. They provide a thorough discussion of pain management approaches; document the latest and most effective pharmacological interventions (e.g., advanced epidurals, spinals); and devote substantial sections to alternative and complementary methodologies including water immersion, massage, hypnosis, natural birth, doulas, midwives, and more - all covered in detail, as well as what to expect, what others have experienced and how to be prepared. A chapter devoted to cesarean delivery covers all the pain relief options available to those who undergo this procedure. Easy Labor will ease the fears about childbirth and prepare the expectant mother for the joy that comes with the miracle of life.
Recognizing that most women who give birth consider the process to be beautiful and joyful yet also perhaps the most painful event of their lives, the authors detail the options available to make the process easier-possibly even pain-free. But it is the inclusion of opinions and personal birth stories by mothers and caregiver professionals that gives this book a meaningful touch that is certain to speak to expectant mothers.
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