Full Description
In an age where information is increasingly abundant and sometimes overwhelming, it becomes more difficult than ever to read everything or to select the key articles and papers that contain the best ideas, information and evidence to inform midwifery practice. "Midwifery: Best Practice" comprises a broad selection of contributions that establish best practice and current thinking in midwifery. This compilation offers midwives a succinct review of key issues within the profession in a user-friendly and convenient format, providing a practical reference source.This title is edited by a well-known and respected lecturer in midwifery and published in association with "The Practising Midwife", one of the leading British midwifery journals. This text contains a wide range of articles, research and stories covering topics from pregnancy to postnatal experiences. This exciting new text challenges existing ways of thinking. It raises totally new ideas for consideration. It stimulates learning, debate and reflection.
Each of the main sections begins with an introduction and ends with a page of questions that can be used for group discussions, PREP or just personal reflection on the issues raised.
Contents
Introduction; Choice; Pregnancy; Focus on: Antenatal education; Labour and birth; Focus on: Third stage; Postnatal; Focus on: Abuse; Breastfeeding; Alternative therapies; Stories and reflection
