Supporting a Physiologic Approach to Pregnancy and Birth: A Practical Guide

Supporting a Physiologic Approach to Pregnancy and Birth: A Practical Guide provides an overview of current evidence and a range of practical suggestions to promote physiologic birth within the United States healthcare system. Presenting the latest evidence available on practical approaches and minimal interventions, this book looks into clinic exam rooms and hospital labor units to investigate the possibilities for improving the pregnancy and labor experience. Contributors discuss recent research and other published information and present a range of ideas, tools, and solutions for maternity care clinicians, including midwives, nurses, physicians, and other members of the perinatal team.

An invaluable resource, Supporting a Physiologic Approach to Pregnancy and Birth is a must-have practical guide for those involved in all aspects of pregnancy and birth.

Author: Melissa D. Avery
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
Published: 06/10/2013
Pages: 360
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.45lbs
Size: 9.50h x 6.80w x 0.60d
ISBN13: 9780470962862
ISBN10: 0470962860
BISAC Categories:
- Medical | Nursing | Maternity, Perinatal, Women's Health
- Health & Fitness | Pregnancy & Childbirth
- Medical | Gynecology & Obstetrics

About the Author

Melissa D. Avery, PhD, CNM, FACNM, FAAN is Professor, Chair of the Child and Family Health Cooperative Unit, and directs the midwifery program at the University of Minnesota's School of Nursing. She is the past president of the American College of Nursing Midwives. Dr. Avery has authored numerous articles and is nationally known for her research in midwifery and women's health.