Choosing Waterbirth: Reclaiming the Sacred Power of Birth

by Lakshmi Bertram

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In this complete guide to waterbirth, a yoga instructor and mother of five "water babies" relates her own experiences in the tub while providing the important information that every parent needs to understand, prepare for, and undertake waterbirthing: The basics of natural birth How water immersion promotes the feeling of well-being while reducing pain How to locate birthing facilities, practitioners, and tubs Exercises designed to relax and strengthen the mother How to create the ideal show more birthing environment Practical advise for breast-feeding, baby massage, and more In addition, Choosing Waterbirth contains a complete prenatal yoga program with exercises and breathing and relaxation techniques designed to prepare the mother for an easier labor and delivery. More than 80 photos, including some of the author giving birth in water, bring the experience vividly to life. If you are interested in creating a loving, positive, empowering, and fulfilling birth experience, Choosing Waterbirth will provide you with all the information, practical guidance, and insight you'll ever need. show less

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This book is written by a midwife who also had four waterbirths. She not only gives information about waterbirth and preparing for it. She also tells the story of each of her births.

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CHOOSING WATERBIRTH is a practical text offering self-assurance and empowerment to expectant mothers who desire a natural childbirth.
Phylameana lila Desy, About.com
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Nonfiction
DDC/MDS
618.4Applied science & technologyMedicine & healthGynecology, obstetrics, pediatrics, geriatricsBirthing
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RG663 .B47MedicineGynecology and ObstetricsGynecology and obstetricsObstetricsLabor. Parturition
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