Drichta, Jane E.

The essential homebirth guide : for families planning or considering birthing at home / Jane E. Drichta, CPM and Jodilyn Owen, CPM ; with foreword by Dr. Christiane Northrup. - First Gallery books trade paperback edition. - xvii, 379 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The story of homebirth -- The journey begins -- Prenatal care with a homebirth midwife: more than just the numbers -- Midwifery care, homebirth, and the mother's community -- She said, I said, they said: communication -- Your expanded pregnancy and birth team -- Special circumstances -- Homebirth after cesarean -- The big ten: common pregnancy-related issues -- Labor and birth at home -- The postpartum period -- The story continues.

More families than ever are choosing to birth at home. Drichta and Owen answer questions about the kind of care, support, and information you need as you investigate whether this option is right for you.

9781451668629 1451668627

2012034691


Childbirth at home--Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Childbirth at home.


Handbooks and manuals.
Nonfiction.
Handbooks and manuals.

RG661.5 / .E88 2013

618.2