Childbirth Education: Practice, Research and Theory

Childbirth Education: Practice, Research and Theory
ISBN-10
0721680097
ISBN-13
9780721680095
Category
Medical / Nursing / General
Pages
731
Language
English
Published
2000
Publisher
Saunders
Authors
Francine H. Nichols, Sharron Smith Humenick

Description

This popular resource, edited by two well-known educators and practitioners, provides comprehensive; research based coverage of the theoretical and practical knowledge needed for childbirth education. Both Francine Nichols and Sharron Humenick have served as Editors of the Journal of Perinatal Education

  • Examines a full range of topics that encompass pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum and early parenting, including supportive strategies for childbirth, promoting wellness, professional practice.
  • Provides new chapters on breastfeeding, alternative health strategies, a history of childbirth education, and research.
  • Features many new illustrations and an easy-to-read new format.
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