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Normal Childbirth: Evidence and Debate, 2nd Edition

Normal Childbirth: Evidence and Debate, 2nd Edition

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ISBN

9780443069437, 0443069433

Authors

Soo Downe

Publisher

Churchill Livingstone/Elsevier

Publication Date

January 1, 2008

Pages

200

This new edition builds on the strengths of the popular first edition, with updated national and international data, and the most recent debate around the controversial area of childbirth. With the increasing risk of litigation, there can be a tendency to classify women as 'at risk' if they present with even a hint of a problem. This is a contentious area and midwives need to be aware of the wide parameters of 'normal' in order to practise autonomously, effectively and safely. This book provides an evidence-based source for all midwives and other health professionals with an interest normal birth.

  • Explores the wider range of normal childbirth that is unique to individual mothers and babies
  • Challenges the assumptions underpinning current beliefs and attitudes


  • Updated statistics, both national and international
  • Latest research and debate
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