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<p>Contributors ix</p> <p>Foreword by Holly Powell Kennedy xi</p> <p>Acknowledgments xiii</p> <p><b>Section 1 Understanding a physiologic approach 1</b></p> <p>1 The case for a physiologic approach to birth: an overview 3<br /> <i>Melissa D. Avery</i></p> <p>2 The physiology of pregnancy, labor, and birth 13<br /> <i>Cindy M. Anderson</i></p> <p>3 A supportive approach to prenatal care 29<br /> <i>Carrie E. Neerland</i></p> <p>4 Supporting a physiologic approach to labor and birth 49<br /> <i>Lisa Kane Low and Rebeca Barroso</i></p> <p><b>Section 2 Interventions and approaches 77</b></p> <p>5 Promoting comfort: a conceptual approach 79<br /> <i>Kerri D. Schuiling</i></p> <p>6 Continuous labor support 91<br /> <i>Carrie E. Neerland</i></p> <p>7 Techniques to promote relaxation in labor 105<br /> <i>Kathryn Leggitt</i></p> <p>8 Touch therapies in pregnancy and childbirth 119<br /> <i>Deborah Ringdahl</i></p> <p>9 Water immersion for labor and birth 157<br /> <i>Michelle R. Collins and Dawn M. Dahlgren-Roemmich</i></p> <p>10 Aromatherapy in pregnancy and childbirth 173<br /> <i>Linda L. Halcón</i></p> <p>11 Acupressure and acupuncture in pregnancy and childbirth 197<br /> <i>Katie Moriarty and Kennedy Sharp</i></p> <p><b>Section 3 organizational approaches to supporting physiologic pregnancy and birth 227</b></p> <p>12 Rethinking care on the hospital labor unit 229<br /> <i>Emily Higdon, Rachel Woodard, Kristin Rood and Heidi Jean Bernard</i></p> <p>13 Out-of-hospital birth 251<br /> <i>Marsha E. Jackson and Alice Bailes</i></p> <p>14 Educating health professionals for collaborative practice in support of normal birth 275<br /> <i>Melissa D. Avery, John C. Jennings and Michelle L. O’Brien</i></p> <p>15 Women’s health and maternity care policies: Current status and recommendations for change 301<br /> <i>Heather M. Bradford</i></p> <p>Resources for physiologic pregnancy and childbirth 331</p> <p>Index 335</p>

<p>“If you need a guidebook or step-by-step guide for transforming any practice to a more more physiologic approach, this is the first book you need to read.  Supporting a Physiologic Approach to Pregnancy and Birth: A Practical Guide provides an overview of current evidence and a range of practical suggestions to promote physiologic birth within the United States healthcare system.”  (<i>Childbirth Today From Birthsource.com</i><i>, 12 June 2014)</i></p>

<p><b>Melissa D. Avery</b>, PhD, CNM, FACNM, FAAN is Professor, Chair of the Child and Family Health Cooperative Unit, and directs the midwifery program at the University of Minnesota’s School of Nursing.  She is the past president of the American College of Nursing Midwives. Dr. Avery has authored numerous articles and is nationally known for her research in midwifery and women’s health.</p>

<p><i>Supporting a Physiologic Approach to Pregnancy and Birth: A Practical Guide</i> provides an overview of current evidence and a range of practical suggestions to promote physiologic birth within the United States healthcare system. Presenting the latest evidence available on practical approaches and minimal interventions, this book looks into clinic exam rooms and hospital labor units to investigate the possibilities for improving the pregnancy and labor experience. Contributors discuss recent research and other published information and present a range of ideas, tools, and solutions for maternity care clinicians, including midwives, nurses, physicians, and other members of the perinatal team.</p> <p>Key Features:</p> <ul> <li>Reviews the normal physiologic changes of pregnancy, labor, and birth and discusses care strategies during pregnancy and labor to support normal birth</li> <li>Includes focus on broader care and education systems and how maternity care providers can work together to provide seamless quality care and effect solutions and policy changes</li> <li>Explores in-hospital and out-of-hospital care methods</li> <li>Coverage includes physiology and supportive approach methods; interventions such as touch therapies, water immersion, and acupuncture; and organizational approaches, including the current status of policies and recommendations for change</li> </ul> <p>An invaluable resource, <i>Supporting a Physiologic Approach to Pregnancy and Birth </i>is a must-have practical guide for those involved in all aspects of pregnancy and birth.</p>

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