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by Pam England CNM MA (Author), Rob Horowitz PhD (Author)
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England, a registered nurse and certified nurse midwife, developed the "birthing from within" approach in a series of birthing classes to help mothers reclaim and celebrate the spiritual, emotional, and psychological aspects of birth as a rite of passage. Her book is a collection of methods that have been used for class participants. England is quick to point out that this "is not a script or a rigid method," and she encourages parents and professionals to use those portions that are helpful. There are numerous exercises and activities to help parents, especially mothers, be in contact with their bodies and feelings. The author recommends throughout that the mother and her healthcare professional work together, giving numerous suggestions for making this a successful partnership. England has done a fair amount of research and does include numerous references; at the same time, she makes it a very personal book. It will appeal especially to patrons interested in alternative birthing methods. For large consumer health/patient education collections. [For another title recommending a more spiritual approach to childbirth, see Ronald L. Cole's The Gentle Greeting, LJ 6/1/98.?Ed.]?Mary J. Jarvis, Methodist Hosp. Medical Lib., Lubbock, T.
-?Mary J. Jarvis, Methodist Hosp. Medical Lib., Lubbock, TX
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.


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"A truly wonderful book to help women tap their inner resources... a holistic approach full of wisdom and insight..." -- Permaculture Magazine, Spring 2003.
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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Great concept, but some poor advice, Mar 17 2003
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I bought this book because I was moved by the concept of 'birthing from within', which I interpreted as: getting past one's fears abound birth, and using creative ways of expressing feelings.

It was a surprise to find in this book suggestions like having peroxide to put on the cord after a homebirth. When I saw that, I flipped to the front cover to see the publication date, and was amazed to see this is a recent publication (1998)- it's been known for years now that the cord heals best if left alone.

More shocking to me was the advice (p.273-5)to introduce a bottle to the baby at 3-4 weeks of age (Contrary to the WHO code!) The authors say they do not recommend exclusively breastfeeding on demand.

If you purchase this book, be sure to rely on others for more current and accurate infant care advice. I hope a new edition will contain more appropriate advice. For the time being, I suggest you view this book with caution.

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous and Very Informative, Mar 1 2006
By Dianne Ford (Ontario, Canada) - See all my reviews
I have read several pregnancy books from the popular "What to Expect When Expecting" to the fluffy "Girlfriend's Guide." This has been the best book to prepare me emotionally and intellectually for the process of labour, delivery and becoming a mother. It has helped me to start many conversations with friends who have children, my own mother, grandmother and my husband to discuss the birthing process in a meaningful way.

The book's layout is extremely easy to read, and the author gives a lot of stories and quite a bit of medical research summaries to inform and open the reader's eyes and heart. While she does lean towards a "natural birth," she gives a lot of information and discussion towards the medically assisted births as well with the intent of assisting mothers becoming an active agent in the birth process and to not fear or regret whatever may occur.

There are two books I've insisted my husband read: "Your Pregnancy: Week by Week" by Curtis & Schuler and this book. The week by week book is the best for the physical aspects of the baby's development and my physical health, and this book for awareness of the emotional and cultural aspects, as well as the mechanics of labour and delivery!

It also has some very good pieces of advice for the birthing partner, which are easy to remember and empower him/her through the process as well. (My husband is already practicing offering me three fingers instead of four for griping onto, as apparently four can lead to a husband with a broken finger. Who knew?!?)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The BEST one out there..., Jun 27 2004
By Jessica Couch (Ithaca, NY) - See all my reviews
I am 32 weeks pregnant with my second child and I just got done reading this book. I wanted to see what other people thought of it and read some of the reveiws. After reading a few negative ones I wanted to warn people that the book is very open to every option not just homebirth. This book takes evey birthing situation (even c-section) and tells you how to make it a positive and beautiful experence. I have to admit though some people might think the book way out there, but keep your mind open and give it a try. I've read a LOT of pregnancy/childbirth books and this one is by far the BEST one.
***and if you read the book you will notice that never does it say to "howl like a wolf" when in labor, so don't worry when you read those reveiws that say that, those people misunderstood it.***
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3.0 out of 5 stars Great for those who believe in mind over matter.
Interesting perspectives on the power of a woman to control labour and delivery. Has lots of activites to do. Not for those out of touch with their visionary side.
Published 3 months ago by Karie

5.0 out of 5 stars Best book about preparing for childbirth hands down
Pam England knows how to prepare a women for childbirth....emotionally & Physically. Very insightful... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Lisa Cryderman

3.0 out of 5 stars Not that great
Lots of unrealistic advice and a hippy approach to pain management and child birth. Giving birth naturally is great but, women please, don't get frustrated if you would not be... Read more
Published 23 months ago by Maria Kovaleva

4.0 out of 5 stars Valuable in preparing for birth
Valuable information on pain management skills, what's going on during pain and why. I also bookmarked various chapters and sections that were specifically geared towards... Read more
Published on Jul 9 2007 by Ruth L.

5.0 out of 5 stars My rite of passage
This book not only made me feel as though childbirth wasn't a 'medical condition' which was a phrase I grew up with, being the daughter of a small town medical practitioner; it... Read more
Published on Sep 1 2005 by oysterboucher@hotmail.com

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful help
This book was a wonderful help to prepare for childbirth, but not on its own. I still think you should also take childbirthing claases with a teacher, that is educated by Pam... Read more
Published on April 11 2005 by Anja Reinshagen

5.0 out of 5 stars Empowering Book!
This book gently guides women to examine their own fears and assumptions about birth so that they can choose the place where they will feel most comfortable and supported giving... Read more
Published on May 20 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars From midwife to midwife
Like Pam England, I am also a certified nurse-midwife. My midwifery journey has my train currently stationed at Birthing From Within. Read more
Published on May 16 2004 by Kathy C. Gardner

4.0 out of 5 stars Not into the art stuff AT ALL- but very empowering
In natural birth - PAIN IS A REALITY! Pain is my biggest fear, and this book offers fabulous coping techniques and methods to pratice them before labor using ice cubes as the... Read more
Published on April 30 2004 by Lindsey Hamilton

5.0 out of 5 stars An insightful guide to creating your unique, positive birth
Even though I am hoping for an unmedicated birth in a hospital, I thought this book would be "too alternative" for me. Read more
Published on Mar 15 2004 by Liesl Calado

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