Active Birth: The New Approach to Giving Birth Naturally

Active Birth: The New Approach to Giving Birth Naturally

<DIV><B>It's time to empower yourself and just say no to giving birth passively.</B><BR /><BR /> This is the book that has revolutionized childbirth,<B> turning birthing mothers from subdued and passive "patients" to active and empowered owners of their childbirth experience.</B> Janet Balaskas started a movement of women who refused to give birth lying down and she has been teaching women about "active birth" ever since. She <B>emphasizes the importance of movement during labor, the wide range of options and positions for delivery itself, and the many natural alternatives to heavy sedation and other medical interventions. </B>Her book is eminently useful whether you are planning to give birth in a hospital, a free-standing birth center, or at home. If such options as water birth or hypno-birthing are appealing to you, this is an essential book; at the same time, it is <B>non-judgmental and encourages you to give birth in whatever manner and position you see fit.</B> It covers:</DIV><ul><li>Exercises for pregnancy, to prepare you optimally for childbirth</li><li>Massage and yoga during labor</li><li>Labor and birthing positions that maximize your comfort and encourage efficient contractions </li><li>Essential tips for birth partners, spouses, doulas, and other attendants</li><li>Relaxation and recovery exercises, for the postpartum period</li></ul><DIV>Janet Balaskas shows you <B>how to prepare for and experience a truly natural, joyful, and empowering birth.</B> </DIV>