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Reclaiming Childbirth as a Rite of Passage
Weaving ancient wisdom with modern knowledge
It’s time for a childbirth revolution. The modern approach to maternity care fails women, families and care providers with outdated practices that centre the needs of institutions rather than individuals. In this book, Rachel Reed weaves history, science and research with the experiences of women and care providers to create a holistic, evidence-based framework for understanding birth. Reclaiming childbirth as a rite of passage requires us to recognise that mothers own the power and expertise when it comes to birthing their babies. Whether you are a parent, care provider or educator, this book will transform how you think and feel about childbirth.
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Why Induction Matters
In modern maternity systems one in four women have their labour induced. Why Induction Matters provides a comprehensive, evidence-based guide to this common intervention. The induction process is explained detail, and reasons for offering induction are discussed. Options related to inducing labour or choosing to wait are explored, and women’s experiences are included throughout. The book aims to help parents make their own informed decisions about induction of labour.
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Book Chapter
Chapter 6: Pregnancy and birth: health and wellbeing for the woman and family
In: Child, Youth and Family Health: Strengthening Communities, 2nd edition
Editors: Margaret Barnes and Jennifer Rowe