Publisher's Synopsis
Are you looking for a natural pregnancy and birth book? If you are planning a home birth or need an unassisted birthing plan, this is the book for you. The 1st of its kind!! A full manual containing all the information you need to give birth at home. Get your body and mind prepared for a natural geared pregnancy and birth, where you make all the rules and decisions...This book covers: * how to do your own prenatal care* common discomforts in pregnancy* herbal and homeopathy uses* supplies you need for your birth* labor stages and how to manage them* birth affirmations* avoiding issues and complications * what to do for emergencies* postpartum care for mom and baby* how to register you baby with the state* unassisted birth storiesThis book is packed with photographs!! A MUST HAVE, especially in places that have little to no access to quality medical care/hospitals near the birthing mother.Reviews: "I find this book to be an invaluable resource manual for everything you need to know to have a healthy, safe, unassisted home birth! I love the sections on herbs and homeopathics, and that every needful topic was included and written in a clear and easy to understand manner. I'll definitely reference this book during my next freebirth. It's like having a midwife on your bookshelf!"A valuable resource to prepare for your freebirth""This book shows you how to freebirth. Giving you the information you need to control your birth and have peace with that decision.""This is the book every pregnant woman, whether she decides to birth unassisted or not, should have in her library. It is extremely informative, yet inspiring and empowering." Julia, Labor Assistant"Home Birth On Your Own Terms is a great first stop on your journey to having an unassisted birth. If only every birthing person could know this option, and assess for themselves if this is a safe, viable option for them. Home Birth On Your Own Terms provides confidence through first-hand accounts of births AND the appropriate precautions for people to make the best choices for their birth. For anyone considering their birth options, this is an eye opener to see beyond the systemically prescribed birthing process. This book gives another perspective on what is absolutely possible, empowering, safe and healthy births." Vera Kevic, Doula"A wealth of information in one place.""With the ever climbing epidemic of birth violence inflicted by medical professionals and the constraints birth attendants now have upon them, it's no surprise that parents are taking a stand and birthing the way they so desire."
