The use of warm water immersion throughout the birthing process is renowned for its physical and psychological benefits, yet waterbirth is still vastly underrepresented as a birthing method across the globe.
Now going into its second edition, Dianne Garland-s popular and authoritative text guides the reader through the clinical, practical and organisational considerations for delivery in water. Drawing on the author-s own extensive experience, the book explores:
- the history and evolution of hydrotherapeutic theory
- the specific skills and specialist care required for attending births in this setting
- key research and debates surrounding the many aspects of waterbirth
- practical guidance on engaging with parents when promoting waterbirth as an option.
