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A practical and enlightening guide to a career as a midwife written by award-winning journalist and author Glynnis MacNicol and based on the real-life experiences of an expert in the field--essential reading for someone considering a path to this rewarding profession. Midwifery is an ancient profession that's being revitalized as more mothers turn to natural births and alternative medicine and seek prenatal care from midwives, instead of obstetricians. Now acclaimed author Glynnis MacNicol takes readers to the front lines of the midwife profession to offer a candid portrait of this growing career. What does it actually mean to be a midwife today? What do they do? How do they do it? MacNicol shadows a master midwife to show a deeply human profession. Watch a midwife practice their highly skilled work from pregnancy up to childbirth and beyond. Go behind the scenes and be mentored by the best to find out what it's really like, and what it really takes, to become a midwife. This is the most valuable informational interview you'll have--required reading for anyone considering this amazing career path.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:1982120274
ISBN13:9781982120276
Release Date:September 2019
Publisher:Simon & Schuster
Length:144 Pages
Weight:0.44 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 5.2" x 7.2"
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