Henci Goer Boeken

This comprehensive guide offers essential information for anyone considering childbirth, emphasizing the importance of being informed consumers of perinatal care. The author, Henci Goer, presents well-researched and accessible content that addresses common questions and concerns often overlooked by healthcare providers. Recommended by experienced birth educators, the book serves as a vital resource for expectant parents, helping them navigate their birthing options with confidence and knowledge.

As an intelligent woman, you are probably used to learning as much as you can before making major decisions. But when it comes to one of the most important decisions of your life--how you will give birth—it is hard to gather accurate, unbiased information. Surprisingly, much of the research does not support common medical opinion and practice. Birth activist Henci Goer gives clear, concise information based on the latest medical studies. The Thinking Woman's Guide to a Better Birth helps you compare and contrast your various options and shows you how to avoid unnecessary procedures, drugs, restrictions, and tests. The book covers: Cesareans Breech babies Inducing labor Electronic Fetal Monitoring Rupturing Membranes Coping with slow labor Pain medication Epistiotomy Vaginal birth after a Ceasarean Doulas Deciding on a doctor or midwife Choosing where to have your baby and much more . . .