The Birth Partner: Everything You Need to Know to Help a Woman Through Childbirth, Second Edition by Penny Simkin Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of The Birth Partner: Everything You Need to Know to Help a Woman Through Childbirth, Second Edition
Book Review: Highly recommend for any one preparing to be a labor coach.
Summary: 5 Stars
My daughter has asked me to be her primary labor coach during her upcoming delivery. It has been many years since my Lamaze days, and I was uncomfortable that a "refresher" course would be insufficient to prepare me for this task.
I found the book to be very helpful. She and I have referred to is numerous times already in preparation for the birth. I plan to take it into the labor room with me.
Very clear illustrations, specially marked "cheat sheets" for quick reference.
The book was recommended in several pregnancy publications from different sources.
My copy is already looking a bit shop-worn, and I expect it to be all but tattered by the time the baby is delivered.
Book Review: The only book a husband/partner needs for the birth experience
Summary: 5 Stars
I did a lot of looking around for information on how to be something more than a useless appendage at our first childs birth. I eventually ordered this book from Amazon because of all the outstanding reviews. They were dead on. For a loving partner who wants to be an active participant in the birth of your child, this is by far the best and only reference you need. Midwives hold the author in the highest regard and the book is actually required reading in at least some midwifery programs. If you are going the hospital route, don't discount this book though, it is an excellent guide and easy read for any birth setting. I have now mailed my copy to multiple friends for their own first births and all have said that it was the best resource they had. Bottom line- you can't go wrong getting this book.Book Review: Excellent purchase
Summary: 5 Stars
The book is very helpful. I have referenced it many times and will take it with me to the hospital for my childbirth.Book Review: Excellent Resource for Any Birthing Partner
Summary: 5 Stars
I found this book to be extremely informative and helpful in preparing for the birth of our first child. The fact is that, generally speaking, the "nitty gritty" of the birthing process is rarely discussed. As a male who had no "natural knowledge" of what to expect, the book provided much needed background. Knowing what to expect, I was able to make it through the birth without needless worry and, more important, provide meaningful help to my wife.Book Review: The single best book I have read on the subject, bar none
Summary: 5 Stars
This book has been a huge help with preparing for the birth of our first child. From start to finish, there is almost no fluff or extraneous material. Penny outlines exactly what is happening at each point of labor and exactly what the birth partner can do to help. She also writes in clear, easy to understand language about complications and medicines, so you are prepared ahead of time, as a team, with how to deal with them.
I truly can't recommend this book highly enough.