Active Birth: The New Approach to Giving Birth Naturally

Active Birth: The New Approach to Giving Birth Naturally
It's time to empower yourself and just say no to giving birth passively.

This is the book that has revolutionized childbirth, turning birthing mothers from subdued and passive "patients" to active and empowered owners of their childbirth experience. Janet Balaskas started a movement of women who refused to give birth lying down and she has been teaching women about "active birth" ever since. She emphasizes the importance of movement during labor,Â the wide range of options and positions for delivery itself, and the many natural alternatives to heavy sedation and other medical interventions. Her book is eminently useful whether you are planning to give birth in aÂ hospital, a free-standing birth center, or at home. If such options as water birth or hypno-birthing are appealing to you, this is an essential book; at the same time, it is non-judgmental and encourages you to give birth in whatever manner and position you see fit. It covers:
- Exercises for pregnancy, to prepare you optimally for childbirth
- Massage and yoga duringÂ labor
- Labor and birthing positions that maximize your comfort and encourage efficient contractionsÂ
- Essential tips for birth partners, spouses, doulas, and other attendants
- Relaxation and recovery exercises, for the postpartum period
Janet Balaskas shows youÂ how to prepare for and experience a truly natural, joyful, and empowering birth.Â
Country USA
Brand Harvard Common Press
Manufacturer Harvard Common Press
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 978-1-55832-038-3
ReleaseDate 1992-03-16
UnitCount 1
Format Illustrated
EANs 8601200619874

Country	USA
Brand	Harvard Common Press
Manufacturer	Harvard Common Press
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	978-1-55832-038-3
ReleaseDate	1992-03-16
UnitCount	1
Format	Illustrated
EANs	8601200619874

Active Birth: The New Approach to Giving Birth Naturally

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