Natural Childbirth the Bradley Way: Revised Edition
by Susan McCutcheon-Rosegg
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Read in January, 2008
Great descriptions and thorough examples of natural childbirth methods - still "mind over pain," but definitely more medically-based than Hypnobirthing. Great way to prepare even if you can't take a class. This book was better at "teaching the method" than Dr. Bradley's own book, in my opinion. This book seems very anti-hospital and doctors, which some have found annoying, but I found it easy enough to just disregard the rhetoric while gleaning what I found useful.
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Read in June, 2008
I had to read this again since I am expecting again & I am planning to become a Bradley instructor. I have had 3 kids using the Bradley method & only resorted to an epidural with one (& hated it). I sincerly believe that natural childbirth is the best option for both mother & child & is one of the best experiences you will ever have in your life. What better way to give our children a headstart in life than to begin their lives with this gift? I find this book easy to rea...more
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Read in February, 2008
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Keithrecommends it for: Anyone considering having children
The amount of information in this book is downright mind-boggling. Everything you need to know in order to pursue a n all natural, drug-free child-birth, at home or in the hospital. Written by a woman who has had several "deliveries" (read: drugged up, doctor-centric fiascos) and then did several natural births (read: humans have been doing this for thousands of years...put down the drugs, scalpel, and forceps and JUST BE PATIENT!!).
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Read in April, 2008
Another Bradley birth book. I recommend this one for people who have chosen the Natural Birth Method. It is much more visual including many pictures of women giving birth. We used this book when we were having Katarina and it helped us get through the 1st 24 hours of labor at home. I truly believe that had we arrived at the hospital when my contractions were 5 minutes apart and lasting 1 minute as recommended we would have ended up with a C-Section. We didn't accomplish natural childbirth a...more
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Read in June, 2007
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Leslie
Of the few natural childbirth books that I read, this was the best, although it still had some major flaws (in my opinion). It wasn't quite as new-agey as HypnoBirthing: The Mongan Method, but it still had an excess of vitriolic dialog about the medical establishment. Although I can agree to a certain extent that childbirth seems to have been over-medicalized, I don't think medicine or doctors are generally wicked. ...more
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Read in April, 2008
I thought the book contained good information about labor and delivery and prepping for it and relaxing, but could not get over the 'holier than thou' condescending attitude of the author. It's never good to start off a book by criticizing Lamaze and non Bradly trained people, and saying that everyone but Bradly method trained people are biased and push their own agenda.
If you want a book about non medicated childbirth and relaxation techniques etc, this contains the information. Just be ...more
If you want a book about non medicated childbirth and relaxation techniques etc, this contains the information. Just be ...more
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Read in January, 2008
I like the way this book is written, but it, like all birthing books, assumes that you are going to have a normal, uneventful birth, and that is not always the case. In retrospect, I resented the fact that the text is written as such and that there are no chapters on "when nothing goes according to plan" or "the stubborn or unproductive labor". Its not so easy to find your happy place when you're being ripped in half by contractions.
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As other reviewers have noted, the photos in this book are dated, but the information is very helpful. I had no intention of having an unmedicated birth, but I read this book "just in case" - and I was glad I did, since my daughter arrived VERY quickly, with no time for pain medications.
If you're interested in using the Bradley method, this book is more helpful than Husband-Coached Childbirth, Dr. Bradley's book describing his method.
If you're interested in using the Bradley method, this book is more helpful than Husband-Coached Childbirth, Dr. Bradley's book describing his method.
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Read in November, 2004
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Pregnant Moms
Perfect book to investigate having an unmedicated birth the "Bradley Way." I think it's actually better than Dr. Bradley's book itself. Although it could use an updated edition with some better pictures and more current info. All that said, very good explanation of Bradley's philosophy on birth and how to work with your own body, with the support of your husband, to have the birth experience you want and welcome your baby into the world gently.
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Great book to introduce natural birth and one of the various "techniques" offered to women who want to give birth naturally. I definitely would recommend it as a read; however, the actual Bradley Method tends to be a bit too text-book and doesn't seem to offer much practical experience. For actual "education" purposes, I would locate a birth class that does not promote a technique per say, but offers practical advice from a teacher who has experienced not only her own birth...more
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Read in July, 2006
The relaxation and visualization exercises in this book were excellent. I ended up completely unable to lay down because William's position made my back hurt unbearably when I was laying down. I even slept sitting up. But the conscious relaxation was incredibly helpful. The tone in this book was a bit male-hostile at times. Derek wouldn't read it after the first chapter. In fact, she was even a bit insulting to women at times. But that doesn't change that the exercises were very good.
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Read in February, 2008
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Mina Colemanrecommends it for: Women considering a natural child birth
Everything you ever wanted to know about natural birth, without medical and drug interventions ... it's all here! I had heard the comment that you could do nothing but read this book in preparation and be able to go through a natural child birth with all the assisting techniques. I think I ended up highlighting most of this book for my husband to read; I really enjoyed this one.
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Read in January, 2002
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anyone seeking a natural childbirth
I borrowed this book when I was pregnant with my son and had to buy it when I became pregnant again. While the writing is very clearly biased and the material is quite out-dated, I found the information very useful during labor with my first. I had a successful natural birth. I had prepared myself for something much more impossible, and I think the techniques and knowledge gained from the book were part of what made my labor an overall positive experience.
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Read in March, 2008
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Karen Nourserecommends it for: any parents-to-be
I developed so much repect for women and deep sense of awe for pregnancy after reading this book.
Any husband or father-to-be must read this book!!
Having a child shouldn't be just woman's privilege or responsibility.
It's a wonderful process where a man can develop a deep connection with his partner for life, a chance to experience the life as what it truly is, wonderfully exciting, humbling and satisfying adventure...shared together as one.
Any husband or father-to-be must read this book!!
Having a child shouldn't be just woman's privilege or responsibility.
It's a wonderful process where a man can develop a deep connection with his partner for life, a chance to experience the life as what it truly is, wonderfully exciting, humbling and satisfying adventure...shared together as one.
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A friend loaned this to me when I was expecting my second child, and I read it through before deciding that I was not the "natural" kind of girl. I have had epidurals with two of my children and I loved them, but I didn't have time with my very large third baby. Boy was I glad I had read about the Bradley method during that delivery! I think every expectant mother should read his method whether or not they plan on using it. You never know =)
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Read in March, 2008
I don't know quite what to think of this book. On the one hand, it's one of the most incredibly prescriptive books I've ever read and I felt a little talked down to. On the other, maybe it's helpful to have such strict instructions and intense practice sessions, considering the vast majority of "Bradley couples" end up laboring without drugs. But as far as new information goes, there wasn't much--basically, relax. A lot.
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Read in July, 2008
As with the other Bradley method books, I enjoyed reading this one as it made me feel more confident and relaxed about the upcoming birth. I liked this book slightly more than Dr. Bradley's Husband-Coached Childbirth, but I am not sure I would have gotten as much out of this one if I hadn't read his first. I liked that there were pictures for the exercises especially.
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Read in November, 2003
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Pregnant Women
This book was excellent to read as we prepared for the birth of our first baby. The Bradley Method emphasizes how husbands can help their wives during childbirth - not by expecting them to act beyond their capacity, but by equipping them to support their wives by suggesting relaxation techniques, providing practical support like snacks or a backrub, etc.
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This is THE classic Bradley Method "instruction" book. It has excercises outlined in order for preparing for birth.
Helpful visualizations. But honestly, I could've done without the nude 70's/80's's shots. And why did dad have to be shirtless in short-shorts???? I understand mom, but dad???? Husband and I couldn't help but giggle at that.
Helpful visualizations. But honestly, I could've done without the nude 70's/80's's shots. And why did dad have to be shirtless in short-shorts???? I understand mom, but dad???? Husband and I couldn't help but giggle at that.
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Read in February, 2008
I really really liked this book. It is great prep for having a child naturally, but I think in general it's just great for the knowledge on what is happening to your body from conception to childbirth. I would recommend it to anyone, especially those who are considering natural childbirth. I feel much more educated than I did when I had Drew.
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