Simple Guide To Having A Baby (2005) (Retired Edition)

by Simkin, Penny; Whalley, Janet; Keppler, Ann; Gredler, Joe

• ISBN13: 9780684031293
• ISBN10: 0684031299
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2005-05-01
• Publisher: Da Capo Press

Summary

The Simple Guide to Having A Babyis short, simple and easy to follow. It holds your hand and walks you through pregnancy and childbirth, covering what you need to know about being pregnant, giving birth and taking care of your baby. It includes advice on what to do and what not to do during pregnancy, easy exercises to help you stay healthy and feel better, information on what to expect during labor and birth, coping skills for childbirth pain, and helpful hints on breastfeeding and being a parent.

Author Biography

Janet Whalley is a registered nurse who teaches new and expectant parents about childbirth, breastfeeding, and newborn care. She is the former executive director of the Childbirth Education Association of Seattle (Great Starts). Janet is also a breastfeeding specialist who provides telephone counseling and home visits for new mothers. Penny Simkin is a physical therapist who works with expectant parents as a childbirth educator, doula, and birth counselor. She also offers workshops for childbirth teachers, doulas, doctors, and nurses. Penny has written many books and articles and is a well-known speaker. She has eight grandchildren. Ann Keppler is a registered nurse with a master's degree in maternal-child nursing. She is a clinical nurse specialist for the Women's and Children's Service at Evergreen Healthcare. She is also a parish nurse. Ann has a private practice as a parent educator and consultant in Seattle. Once a week, she leads a mother-baby support group.