Using Natural Remedies Safely in Pregnancy and Childbirth
A Reference Guide for Maternity and Healthcare Professionals
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Published:18th Mar '21
Should be back in stock very soon
Detailed, alphabetical guide to natural remedies for midwives, doulas and healthcare professionals in conventional maternity care
A ready reference guide for midwives, GPs, doulas and other healthcare professionals involved in conventional maternity care to enable them to advise and inform women on different natural remedies. With the emphasis on safety, a thorough list of contraindicated remedies is also included.
Providing in-depth information on natural remedies that midwives, doulas, GPs and other health professionals can use to advise and inform their clients, this reference guide focuses on safety in their application.
The book brings together herbal medicine, homeopathy, essential oils, flower remedies and traditional remedies from other cultures, and applies them directly to pregnancy, childbirth and the postnatal period.
Containing an alphabetical listing of 220 remedies covering common uses, contraindications and precautions, adverse effects and interactions, Using Natural Remedies Safely in Pregnancy and Childbirth is a vital resource for healthcare professionals working in conventional maternity care who wish to learn about the safe application of natural remedies.
Denise Tiran's work on complementary therapies has been shared in many previous books and articles. This new book brings together her experience both in clinical and educational practice. Denise examines all aspects of therapies to ensure safe practice in pregnancy and childbirth. This informative book is invaluable for all practitioners who use, or are considering the use complementary therapies. Thank you to Denise for utilising your skills as an author. -- Dianne Ridout, FRCM SRN RM ADM PGCEA MSc Freelance midwife
As ever, Tiran's latest contribution to this subject area is accessible, comprehensive and highly informative. A must for any health professionals who support women during pregnancy, birth and the post-partum period; if there is something you might need to know about supporting women who use complementary therapies during this time, you will find it here. -- Charlotte Kenyon, Course Leader BSc Midwifery, University of Huddersfield
ISBN: 9781787752528
Dimensions: 226mm x 152mm x 18mm
Weight: 380g
256 pages