Author: Lothian, Judith A.

Source: The Journal of Perinatal Education, Volume 15, Number 3, 2006 , pp. 43-46(4)

Publisher: Springer Publishing Company

Abstract:

A childbirth educator expresses frustration with a medical system that does not work for women or for many maternity care providers. She suggests out-of-hospital birth as an alternative. This column explores the safety of home birth, women's experiences of home birth, and the issues related to home birth once again being the standard. Childbirth educators are encouraged to present home birth as a viable choice.

Keywords: home birth; childbirth education; normal birth; safety of birth

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1624/105812406X119011

Publication date: 2006-06-01

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• The Journal of Perinatal Education is the official journal of Lamaze International, whose mission is to promote, support, and protect natural, safe, and healthy birth through education and advocacy. The journal publishes peer-reviewed articles and evidence-based, practical resources that childbirth educators and other health care professionals can use to enhance the quality and effectiveness of their care or teaching to prepare expectant parents for birth.
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