Normal childbirth : evidence and debate.

By:

Downe, Soo

Material type: Text

TextPublication details: New York : Elsevier, 2008.Description: xv, 200 p. : ill. ; 30 cmISBN:

9780443069437

NLM classification:

WQ 300 DN 2008

Summary: This new edition builds on the strengths of the popular first edition, with updated national and international data, and the most recent debate around the controversial area of childbirth. With the increasing risk of litigation, there can be a tendency to classify women as 'at risk' if they present with even a hint of a problem. This is a contentious area and midwives need to be aware of the wide parameters of 'normal' in order to practise autonomously, effectively and safely. This book provides an evidence-based source for all midwives and other health professionals with an interest normal birth. Explores the wider range of normal childbirth that is unique to individual mothers and babies Challenges the assumptions underpinning current beliefs and attitudes Updated statistics, both national and international Latest research and debate

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This new edition builds on the strengths of the popular first edition, with updated national and international data, and the most recent debate around the controversial area of childbirth. With the increasing risk of litigation, there can be a tendency to classify women as 'at risk' if they present with even a hint of a problem. This is a contentious area and midwives need to be aware of the wide parameters of 'normal' in order to practise autonomously, effectively and safely. This book provides an evidence-based source for all midwives and other health professionals with an interest normal birth.
Explores the wider range of normal childbirth that is unique to individual mothers and babies
Challenges the assumptions underpinning current beliefs and attitudes
Updated statistics, both national and international
Latest research and debate

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