The New Pregnancy and Childbirth (Penguin health books) - Softcover

Sheila Kitzinger

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9780140263534: The New Pregnancy and Childbirth (Penguin health books)

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ISBN 10: 0140263535 ISBN 13: 9780140263534

Publisher: Penguin Books India, 1997

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A classic for all new parents, this book inspires, informs and reassures. From conception through to birth, Sheila Kitzinger describes what to expect and prepares parents-to-be for the physical changes ahead. This title now includes information on Caesarean births, the birthing sling, sex during pregnancy, and nutrition. It encourages expectant parents to be actively involved in decisions about their antenatal care and birth method.

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Renowned as the leading authority on women's experiences of pregnancy, childbirth and motherhood, Sheila Kitzinger's campaigning work has increased awareness of maternal rights and contributed towards the many changes in maternity services in the UK. As a social anthropologist, Sheila has conducted research into antenatal care, lectures worldwide and has written 24 books. Sheila lives near Witney, Oxfordshire.

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