Boyle’s luminous poems are intimate portraits of confined and unsung lives, furnished with a sensuous exactness. The outcast Hermione, mourning her lost children, is cheered by the “blushing crimson tips” appearing in her winter garden. Birds are significant reminders of life, color, and wry defiance in these self-assured poems of hard-won sustenance.
Focusing on the challenges midwives face with medically complicated pregnancies, this updated second edition provides practical solutions tailored for everyday practice. It addresses the increasing prevalence of such cases, equipping midwives with essential knowledge and strategies to enhance care for their patients.
A gripping tale unfolds as a character grapples with a haunting secret that threatens to unravel their life. The narrative delves into themes of betrayal, trust, and the quest for redemption, exploring how past actions can cast long shadows over the present. As the protagonist navigates complex relationships and confronts their inner demons, the story reveals the intricate web of choices that lead to unexpected consequences. This emotional journey invites readers to reflect on the nature of secrets and the power of truth.
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Focusing on the evolving role of critical care in maternity units, this textbook provides an in-depth introduction to the specialized care needed for women facing complicated pregnancies or emergencies. It covers essential topics such as pathophysiology, assessment techniques, drug management, fetal evaluation, and psychosocial support. Additionally, it outlines the professional responsibilities of midwives, making it an indispensable resource for those in the field.
A detective revisits a long-closed case that still haunts her, uncovering hidden truths and unresolved emotions. As she delves deeper, she confronts the ghosts of the past and the impact of the case on her life and relationships. Themes of memory, justice, and the quest for closure intertwine as she seeks to bring resolution to both the case and herself, revealing the complexities of human connections and the weight of unresolved mysteries.
This full-colour book provides midwives with highly practical, readily accessible information on the wide range of infections affecting pregnancy and childbirth. It comprehensively outlines the vital role of the midwife in infection, including prevention, identification of high-risk individuals, educational opportunities, signs and symptoms, sample collection, screening and ongoing care - consistently revealing ways in which sympathetic, confidential and respectful care are essential to restore a sense of emotional well-being alongside physical recovery. It also serves as a concise compendium of policy guidelines from a variety of specialist areas including Public Health England, The British Association for Sexual Health and HIV, The UK National Screening Committee, The Royal College of Obstetricians, and epic3: National Evidence-based Guidelines for Preventing Healthcare-Associated Infection. Each chapter also includes an invaluable list of online resources where relevant, ideal for keeping abreast of changes to clinical guidance. Infections Affecting Pregnancy and Childbirth is an invaluable reference for all professionals and students of midwifery wanting an empowering, authoritative, hands-on guide for every day reference.