Mindfulness in the Birth Sphere: A Comprehensive Guide for Healthcare Professionals

Written by Lorna Davies, this reflective book delves into the realm of mindfulness in healthcare, with a specific focus on its relevance to pregnancy and childbirth. By critically analyzing emerging research, this book provides a thorough understanding of mindfulness and its applications in the birth sphere.

A Multifaceted Approach to Mindfulness

The book is divided into three parts, each exploring a unique aspect of mindfulness. The first part investigates the concept of mindfulness through the lens of neuroscience, indigenous worldviews, and research methods, providing a solid foundation for its practical applications.

Practical Applications of Mindfulness in Childbirth

The second part of the book develops the concept of mindfulness for use in practice with women and babies across the continuum of childbirth. This section includes in-depth chapters on:

• Creating optimal birth environments
• Intrapartum care and its connection to mindfulness
• The impact of mindfulness on mental health during pregnancy and childbirth
• Fertility, breastfeeding, and parenting: the role of mindfulness
• And many other essential topics

Each chapter is enriched with specific research, evidence, and experiences of mindfulness, accompanied by practical advice and examples of mindfulness practices.

Mindfulness as a Tool for Birth Practitioners and Educators

The final part of the book explores mindfulness as a tool for promoting self-care, resilience, and compassion among birth practitioners and educators. By adopting mindfulness practices, healthcare professionals can improve their overall well-being and provide more compassionate care to their patients.

This book is an essential read for anyone interested in mindfulness in connection to pregnancy and childbirth, including midwives, doulas, doctors, and birth activists involved in practice, research, or education.

Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication Date: December 21, 2022
Language: English
ISBN: 9780367760359, 9781000804171