With Choices in Childbirth you can be sure that the information you provide about medical interventions is complete, up-to-date, and accurate. You'll guide parents step-by-step through each procedure and provide an even-handed presentation of benefits and drawbacks. (Co-produced with Boulder Community Hospital.)
Volume 1: Epidural Anesthesia
Compare and contrast two birth stories: an epidural and a nonmedicated birth. As these stories unfold, parents better understand the epidural procedure and how it may affect labor and birth. The merits and drawbacks of this most common pain relief option are explored thoroughly.
Parents will learn:
The steps involved in an epidural procedure
The benefits and risks of epidural anesthesia
The effects epidurals can have on labor
The interventions commonly used with epidurals
How to reduce the risks of epidural complications
Volume 2: Induction & Augmentation of Labor
Present balanced information of these two procedures using actual birth footage and an obstetrician's candid discussion of them. Parents gain a clear understanding of when induction or augmentation may be medically indicated and when they are not. Possible effects on labor, pros and cons, and non-medical alternatives are offered.
Parents will learn:
When and why induction/augmentation is necessary
The various induction and augmentation methods
The effects on mom and baby
Natural alternatives
Volume 3: Cesarean Birth
Here is a video that will change the way you teach about cesarean birth. With first-of-its-kind, 3D cesarean animation, intertwined with one couple's unplanned cesarean birth story, you'll give viewers a better understanding of the procedure than ever before, without the distress that showing actual surgery can pose. (An actual surgery is included at the end to be shown at your option)
Parents will learn:
The reasons for planned and unplanned cesarean births
Strategies for reducing the risk of needing a cesarean
Steps of the surgical procedure (through state-of-the-art animation)
The benefits and risks to mother and baby
All about recovery and more
 BOTH ENGLISH AND SPANISH SERIES ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED
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