Complementary Therapies in Maternity Care

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Complementary Therapies in Maternity Care

An Evidence-Based Approach

Midwifery Complementary and alternative medicine and therapies Pregnancy, birth and baby care: advice and issues

Author: Denise Tiran

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Language: English

Published by: Singing Dragon

Published on: 18th January 2018

Format: LCP-protected ePub

Size: 1 Mb

ISBN: 9780857012845


Complementary Therapies in Maternity Care

The complete textbook on complementary therapies in maternity care, this book addresses how midwives and other birth professionals can use or advise on complementary therapies for pregnant, labouring and new mothers.

Almost 90% of women may be using complementary therapies during pregnancy and birth, and increasingly midwives and doulas incorporate therapies into their care of women, so it is vital that they and other professionals in the maternity care field are aware of safe and appropriate use based on contemporary evidence. Therapies covered include acupuncture, herbal medicine, homeopathy, aromatherapy, reflexology, yoga, massage and hypnosis.

This complete guide to complementary therapies in pregnancy and childbirth covers safety, effectiveness, evidence, benefits and risks, legal, ethical and professional issues based on accurate and up-to-date research.

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