{"product_id":"the-birth-partner-4th-edition-completely-revised-and-updated-a-complete-guide-to-childbirth-for-dads-doulas-and-other-labor-companions","title":"The Birth Partner, 4th Edition, Completely Revised and Updated: A Complete Guide to Childbirth for Dads, Doulas, and Other Labor Companions","description":"Now in its fourth printing, The Birth Partner, 4th Edition is newly revised and updated. This is the definitive manual for any helpful companion at a birthing mother's bedside.\n\nSince the original publication of The Birth Partner, partners, friends, relatives, and doulas (professional birth assistants) have relied on Penny Simkin's guidance in caring for the new mother, from her last trimester through the early postpartum period. Fully revised in its fourth edition, The Birth Partner remains the definitive guide for preparing to help a woman through childbirth and the essential manual to have at hand during the event.\n\nThis completely updated edition includes thorough information on: Preparing for labor and knowing when it has begun Normal labor and how to help the woman every step of the way Epidurals and other medications for labor Non-drug techniques for easing labor pain Cesarean birth and complications that may require it Breastfeeding and newborn care\nAnd that is just a start. For the partner who wishes to be truly helpful in the birthing room, The Birth Partner, 4th Edition is indispensable.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 1558328807\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: 31UI56003I78_ns\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Simkin, Penny\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact  including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43333688787005,"sku":"31UI56003I78_ns","price":7.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/1558328807-0.jpg?v=1783640244","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/the-birth-partner-4th-edition-completely-revised-and-updated-a-complete-guide-to-childbirth-for-dads-doulas-and-other-labor-companions","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}