The Thinking Woman's Guide to a Better Birth
by Henci Goer
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Author: Henci GoerIllustrator: Rhonda Wheeler
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1999-10-01
ISBN: 0399525173
Number of pages: 367
Publisher: Perigee Trade
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Book Review: "What is going on?"
Summary: 4 Stars
My second baby is due very soon - I have been to 4 practices before finding one that would allow me to have a natural child birth. All because they suspect a "big" baby.
This book is a must read for anyone who wants to learn the answer to the question, "Why not just get an epidural?" - - or address the statement "I'd just as soon have a c-section before going through all the pain of a natural birth". Mothers who want a natural birth are too often made to feel they are foolish for embracing the pain and process of delivering the way of the cavewoman (this is what I call it).
Compared to "What to Expect when You're Expecting", I felt this was a most accurate portrayal of the pros AND cons of epidural, episiotomy, c-section, induction and an array of other topics. Many other mainstream books out there don't tell the dirty truth, they just water down the topics and make it seem like no matter what you do you have made the right decision. It's simply not true. The last thing a mother needs to wonder or say at the hospital is "What is going on?". I think this book is essential to inform a woman of her rights and responsibilities when bringing another life into this world.
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