No coin nor oath required. For personal study only.
Heart and Hands: A Midwife's Guide to Pregnancy, originally published in 1981, is now in its third edition. Davis' dedication for this revised edition states the purpose of the book as "a practical guide to midwifery-to instruct those women interested in becoming midwives, and to convey the realities of practice." Ms. Davis is an educator, midwife, and author with recognized expertise in the area of women's health care. In her book she succinctly summarizes the beliefs and practices of the home birth community. Compared to the second edition, new and updated information is included on fetal development, the physiology of breast feeding, malpractice concerns, case histories, sexual abuse, homeopathy, and water births. More information on technology is provided.
Davis intended her book to be a text for midwifery students and a guide for families interested in home births. Historically, home birth has thrived as an underground movement and, according to Davis, is legalized in 29 states. Consequently, little research data is available. Until recently, essential information was preserved through storytelling and word of mouth. Many interesting alternative managements not described in the literature are described, such as slowing a postpartum hemorrhage by placing burnt hair under the tongue. Davis' articulation of these ideas in a text allows scrutiny as well as an opportunity to view the dramatic and unique differences available from the experiences of home birth practices.
The author expertly addresses the emotional, esoteric, networking, and professional aspects of home birth. In addition, Davis eloquently expresses the essence of what constitutes midwifery. Throughout the book, there is an underlying appreciation, profound respect, and abiding
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