Giving Birth
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Catherine Taylor, a doula (birth assistant) and mother, has written an evocative narrative in which she offers insightful observations of the working lives of midwives and the women who have depended on their skills and strength to help bring their children into the world. This is the perfect companion for parents-to-be and all professionals who are engaged in and witness to the miracle of birth.
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"One of the most important books on childbirth...A colorful, anecdotal, and research-supported journey from both the mothers' and midwives' perspectives...A classic." (Pam England, nurse-midwife and author of Birthing from Within: An Extra-Ordinary Guide to Childbirth Preparation)
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Childbirth without Fear: The Principles and Practice of Natural Childbirth Shares birth, midwifery, childbirth -
Silent Knife: Cesarean Prevention and Vaginal Birth After Cesarean Shares midwifery, birth, childbirth -
Born in the USA: How a Broken Maternity System Must Be Fixed to Put Women and Children First Shares birth, midwifery, nonfiction -
Obstetric Myths Versus Research Realities: A Guide to the Medical Literature Shares midwifery, birth, childbirth
“If you want more of the same (health about pregnancy), start with these.”
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Immaculate Deception II: Myth, Magic and Birth
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Big, Beautiful, and Pregnant: Expert Advice and Comforting Wisdom for the Expecting Plus-Size Woman
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Mothering The Mother: How A Doula Can Help You Have A Shorter, Easier, And Healthier Birth
- The Mindful Mom-To-Be: A Modern Doula's Guide to Building a Healthy Foundation from Pregnancy Through Birth
“If it was the birth that hooked you, try one of these.”
“These start from a similar idea, even if they go somewhere else with it.”
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The Doula Advantage: Your Complete Guide to Having An Empowered and Positive Birth With the Help of a Professional Childbirth Assistant
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The Doula Guide to Birth: Secrets Every Pregnant Woman Should Know
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Gentle Birth Choices
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The Doula Book: How A Trained Labor Companion Can Help You Have A Shorter, Easier, And Healthier Birth