The Complete Book of Pregnancy and Childbirth (Revised) by Sheila Kitzinger Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of The Complete Book of Pregnancy and Childbirth (Revised)
Book Review: Excellent! All first-time mothers should have it!
Summary: 5 Stars
I just don't understand all these reviews that says that Ms. Kitzinger hates men and doctors! I found nothing in her book hateful! She may be a tad pro-natural birth, but probably only because she had natural births herself. Honestly, I thought she was VERY unbiased. She presents all of your different options for location of birth, pain medication versus natural methods, waterbirth, etc., in a pretty neutral manner. And some of the things that she says about doctor's visits is VERY TRUE, such as the woman feeling like she's on the birth mill. I feel that way at regular doctor's appointments sometimes when I sit for 45 minutes and the doctor sees me for a hasty five minutes. Who doesn't feel like they are on a medical assembly line when this happens?She also talks to you like you are a competent adult capable of making informed decisions instead of a drooling idiot, unlike SOME pregnancy and birth books (What to Expect When You're Expecting comes to mind.)
Oh, and by the way, for that reviewer down there who thinks that waterbirth is backwards and New-Agey and uncommon; I think you would be surprised to learn how many women from all walks of life are now choosing this method of birth. It's not just for hippies in tye-dyed clothing, like you seem to think it is. And it is very safe.
First-time mothers, if you want to know all your options and weigh the pros and cons of each choice you will have to make regarding pregnancy and birth, GET THIS BOOK. Also try Dr. Sears "The Birth Book". Pregnancy and birth are not diseases, and you ARE competent enough to make your own choices regarding them.
Enjoy your pregnancy and the birth of your baby!
Book Review: Expect More When You're Expecting
Summary: 5 Stars
The first book I bought on pregnancy, and the only one I'd recommend. Next to all the cutely titled gimmicks filling bookstore shelves, this book sits packed with useful information. It is not information filtered through a commercialized medical system, but through the eyes of an experienced childbirth expert and mother. Kitzinger is unafraid of tackling any subject and leaves the reader unafraid of asking any question.Book Review: Best Pregnancy book ever!
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this book while alone and pregnant living in Japan. It was with out a doubt the most informative book I read. I first bought what to expect, stressed myself out trying to eat by their meal plan, and was really offended by their bordering on racist remarks about beliefs of other cultures ( such as sleeping with babies or using babycarriers.) Kitzinger's book helped me to feel confident that I was healthy and able to take on the challanges of pregnancy and childbirth. I did not think that she was too new age in fact she opened my eyes to medicated childbirth as well as water births. I remember reading the part about alcohol, and I feel that it comes from a British perspective. I think that in the U.S. people tend to take things to extremes, and I do not think that having one glass of wine or beer is harmful. If anything I think that it is better to mellow out with a glass of wine then to be stressed out through out one's pregnancy. All in all this is the book I recomend to everyone, the pictures of the different childbirths are themselves worthy of buying the book. The last thing that I would like to point out to the person who wrote such a nasty review is that Shelia Kitzinger is a mother of 5, and an anthropologist who studied childbirth practice all around the world. I think that she is quite qualified to write a book on childbirth.Book Review: EXCELLENT BOOK!
Summary: 5 Stars
Being pregnant with my second child after 11 years, I am starting all over again. I have read plenty of books to help me overcome my fears and anxieties. This book was AMAZING, it took me through every fear and anxiety that I was facing. It also gave me much insite as to what to expect and look forward to, my fears have diminished and I am looking forward to my delivery. To me, all the other books couldn't compare to this one. The graphic illustrations and exceptionally informative information this book provides is a must read for any expectant mother. I recommend it 100%. I hate that I had to find it and read it so late in my pregnancy.Book Review: Indispensible guide for the pregnancy journey
Summary: 5 Stars
Seven years ago, going through an unmarried pregnancy, 1000 miles away from my family and support system, this book provided real and intelligent answers to my questions about the changes in my body, what was happening with my unborn baby and what I could expect after his birth. The book provided specific and relavant answers my questions and even gave me answers to questions I would not have thought to ask. I give this book to all my friends who are expecting.