Be nurtured and supported through the knowns and unknowns of the perinatal process. The case for a physiologic approach 1 by henci goer, amy romano isbn. Optimal care in childbirth, by henci goer and amy romano. I think that this book would be excellent as a resource though. Obstetric myths i had waited excitedly for the release of henci goer and amy romanos new book for a long time and was delighted to receive it after it was published in may 2012. Receive the benefits of prenatal therapeutic bodywork in the hands of a doula and childbirth educator. All of henci goers books are indepth, technical, and heavy on research. Lamaze joins childbirth educators, nurses, doulas, midwives, physicians, researchers, women, professional organizations, and birth advocates in promoting optimal care in childbirth and evidencebased care that facilitates the normal physiologic process of labor and birth. Meticulously documented, optimal care in childbirth pulls back the curtain on medicalmodel management of childbirth.
This book, the successor to henci goers obstetric myths versus research realities but this time coauthored with amy romano, is possibly the most incredibly well thought out and planned book that i have read for a long time, and i can only imagine how much work and time went into creating it. Henci goer, awardwinning medical writer and internationally known speaker, is an acknowledged expert on evidencebased maternity care. The book presents compelling evidence for the value and importance of a physiological approach to childbirth and provides a clear. What nonmedical factors drive the current maternity care system.
The case for a physiologic approach, by henci goer. The case for a physiologic approach by henci goer and amy romano msn, cmn. It delves deeper into factors driving maternity care, analyzes an expanded body of research studies, and critiques even more forcefully the abundance of poorly designed research and the gap between research and practice. The case for a physiologic approach contains an extraordinary wealth of information, each chapter standing on its own so that it can be read independently. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices.
So where can a maternity care provider turn for reasonable and reasoned advice. The case for a physiologic approach pulls back the curtain on medicalmodel management of childbirth. You are required to read a minimum of five 5 books in addition to the cappa labor doula manual, the understanding birth, and the understanding breastfeeding booklets. Moreover, because much of the worlds research is published in english, the research literature analyzed and synthesized in the masterclasses has been conducted in many countries, not just the u.
Optimal care in childbirth the case for a physiologic. Making the case for a physiologic approach to childbirth. I had waited excitedly for the release of henci goer and amy romanos new book for a long time and was delighted to receive it after it was published in may 2012. Obstetric myths versus research realities which was a well used source on my office bookshelf. Optimal care in childbirth henci goer, amy romano haftad. It is a must have resource not just for childbirth educators, nurses, obstetricians, and women, but for hospital administrators, insurance companies, and policy makers. An extraordinary guide to childbirth preparation by pam england. What do you do if there is a problem with the fetus. Popular natural childbirth books goodreads share book.
Posts about childbirth education written by michal. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. Our favorite books for childbirth educators great books for. Our favorite books for childbirth educators great books. My understanding is that this book is often used as a text for nursing and midwifery students. The case for a physiologic approach, won the american. Written for those who want to practice according to the best evidence, assist women in making informed decisions, or advocate for maternity care reforms, optimal care in childbirth provides an indepth analysis of the. What practices and policies best promote safe, healthy, satisfying labor and birth. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Oct 28, 2012 optimal care in childbirth is care that is optimal for the midwives, childbirth educators and doulas, not for women. Her first book, obstetric myths versus research realities, was a valued resource for childbirth professionals. Childbirth educator certification referenced readings icea. Apr 23, 20 optimal care in childbirth is an ambitious book.
The same issues are of concern in most other countries, and what constitutes optimal care is the same the world over. Pdf optimal care in childbirth download full pdf book. Optimal care in childbirth kirjat englanninkieliset bebes. These people are already in favor of a less invasive approach to maternity care. Written for those who want to practice according to the best evidence, assist women in making informed decisions, or advocate for maternity care reforms, optimal care in childbirth provides an indepth analysis of the evidence basis for. This dense and fascinating book presents a huge amount of evidence and a highly articulate argument for a physiological model of birth, starting from the premise that pregnancy and birth are healthy, normal experiences for the majority of women, and only where risk exists. The case for a physiologic approach has 2 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. I am a doula and childbirth educator with a computer, out to change the world. The case for a physiologic approach was a robust, updated successor to hencis previous book. Despite a few caveats discussed above, i recommend it to all childbirth educators, doulas, nurses, midwives and doctors. The authors have met with rigor and wisdom their goal of separating the wheat from the chaff in this examination of the scientic literature. I am on a mission to bring love, support, and informed choice to birthing.
We deliver the joy of reading in 100% recycled packaging with free standard shipping on u. Oct 14, 2016 henci goer, awardwinning medical writer and internationally known speaker, is an acknowledged expert on evidencebased maternity care. In this groundbreaking book, barbara katz rothman shows how this simple procedure can alter the way we think about childbirth and parenthood, forcing us to confront agonizing dilemmas. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle. Indeed, the book essentially ignores the large proportion of women who dont qualify for midwifery care and it ignores a large proportion of essential labor and delivery care. Written for those who want to practice according to the best evidence, assist women in making informed decisions, or advocate for maternity care reforms, it provides an in depth analysis of the evidence basis for physiologic care. Her first book, obstetric myths versus research realities, was given lamaze internationals presidents award in recognition of its value as a resource for childbirth educators. A groundbreaking narrative investigation of childbirth in the age of machines, malpractice, and managed care, pushed presents the complete picture of maternity care. Written for those who want to practice according to the best evidence, assist women in making informed decisions, or advocate for maternity care reforms, it provides an indepth analysis of the evidence basis for physiologic care.
This being the case, i dont think you have to make the case for a physiologic less invasive approach to maternity care. Steven calvin, md, clinical associate professor, maternalfetal medicine, university of minnesota school of medicine. This should be a text book for everyone in maternity care. Penny simkin, coauthor of the labor progress handbook. The international childbirth education association icea is a professional organization that supports educators and health care professionals who believe in freedom to make decisions based on knowledge of alternatives in familycentered maternity and newborn care. The case for a physiologic approach, henci goer and amy romano seek to be that goto resourceand they succeed.
The case for a physiologic approach pulls back the curtain on medicalmodel management of. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Optimal care in childbirth the case for a physiologic approach. Ina mays guide to childbirth by ina may gaskin features a nice section on questions for your midwife or physician. Jul 09, 20 written for those who want to practice according to the best evidence, assist women in making informed decisions, or advocate for maternity care reforms, optimal care in childbirth provides an indepth analysis of the evidence basis for physiologic care as the standard of care.
The case for a physiologic approach goerromano the ultimate breastfeeding book of answers newmanpitman sleeping with your baby. Optimal care is the most recent and possibly most exhaustive of her writings and gives excellent background in evidence based care for the modern woman. The book presents compelling evidence for the value and importance of a physiological approach to childbirth and provides a clear, exhaustive guide for making sense of the research in the context of the current maternity care system. Optimal care in childbirth is not simply an updated version of goers earlier books. This book was a bit of a slow read, honestly, with all of the statistics and such. Id like to introduce you to some trusted practitioners, services, books, and products. One step that pregnant women can take towards making sure their care provider is familiar with the latest evidencebased maternity practices is to give their doctor or midwife a copy of the book optimal care in childbirth, by henci goer and amy romano.
Ina mays guide to childbirth by ina may gaskin, natural childbirth the bradley way by susan mccutcheon, spiritual m. Optimally, you should read at least one book from each section. Always check to make certain you are reading the most current edition of each book. What harms do routine or frequent use of tests, procedures, and restrictions introduce. This should be a textbook for everyone in maternity care. If someone questioned me about the safety of some aspect of home birth, or i needed proof to defend my desire to avoid certain interventions, etc. Optimal care in childbirth is a long overdue and very important contribution that will lead to a more safe, sane, and satisfying pregnancy care system. Optimal care in childbirth is care that is optimal for the midwives, childbirth educators and doulas, not for women.
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