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One in twenty new mothers faces a diagnosis of traumatic stress after childbirth. In Birth Crisis, Sheila Kitzinger explores the anxiety and disempowerment many women experience during this period. This book examines how the shift from personal relationships to technology in childbirth has impacted the maternal experience. Kitzinger looks at the increasing levels of intervention in pregnancy and how these changes affect women. The text provides guidance on how family members, friends, and professional caregivers can effectively reach out to mothers dealing with trauma. It also offers a path for women to work through stress to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and grow in emotional maturity. By drawing on the real voices of mothers, this work examines the necessity for changes within the medical system and the ways care can be improved. It is a vital resource for understanding the psychological landscape of childbirth and the systemic factors that contribute to maternal stress.

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Explores the causes of disempowerment and anxiety experienced by women following childbirth.

Analyzes the impact of increased medical intervention and the shift toward technology in the birthing process.

Provides actionable insights for family, friends, and caregivers to support traumatized new mothers.

Offers guidance on using stress as a way to understand oneself and achieve emotional maturity.

Discusses the need for systemic changes within the medical care system to better support women.

Uses real voices from mothers to provide a grounded perspective on the childbirth experience.

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hardcover
Domain
Amazon UK
Release Date
08 June 2006
Listed Since
09 February 2007

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