{"title":"Melissa Cheyney","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by Melissa Cheyney, a distinguished author and researcher in the field of midwifery and childbirth. Her contributions to the genre of \u003cem\u003eParenting \u0026amp; Family\u003c\/em\u003e literature have provided invaluable insights and support to expectant parents and birth professionals alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMelissa Cheyney is renowned for her comprehensive and evidence-based approach, particularly exemplified in \"The Birth Partner, Sixth Revised Edition.\" This seminal work serves as a trusted guide for birth companions, offering practical advice and support strategies to ensure a positive birthing experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCheyney’s writing is not only informative but also accessible, bridging the gap between academic research and practical application. She empowers readers with the knowledge and confidence to navigate the birthing journey effectively, making her books essential resources for anyone involved in childbirth, from parents to doulas and midwives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Melissa Cheyney’s collection to gain deep insights into the art and science of birth support, where each page promises to enrich your understanding of the family journey.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-birth-partner-sixth-revised-edition-by-penny-simkin-9780760393239","title":"The Birth Partner, Sixth Revised Edition","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this fully revised sixth edition of this perennial bestseller, birthing expert and practising midwife Melissa Cheyney, PhD, joins Penny for a better-than-ever, completely up-to-date new book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSince the original publication of \u003cem\u003eThe Birth Partner\u003c\/em\u003e, more than a million people — from spouses, partners, relatives, and friends to doulas, nurses, midwives, and childbirth educators — have relied on Penny Simkin's clear, concise, authoritative, and warm-hearted guidance as they care for the new mother from her last trimester through the early postpartum period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIncluding extensive updates on medical knowledge and practices, changes in hospital and home-birth protocols, and the role of parents' cultural backgrounds in shaping an ideal and satisfying birth plan, \u003cem\u003eThe Birth Partner\u003c\/em\u003e remains the definitive guide to helping a woman through labour and birth and is the essential manual to have at hand during the event. Find thorough information on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePreparing for labour and knowing when it has begun\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNormal labour and how to help the mother every step of the way\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEpidurals and other medications for labour\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePitocin and other means, including natural ones, to induce or speed up labour\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNon-drug techniques for easing labour pain\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCaesarean birth and complications that may require it\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBreastfeeding and newborn care\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAnd much more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor the partner who wishes to be truly helpful in the birthing room, this book is indispensable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46521951453420,"sku":"9780760393239","price":45.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19860573482458.jpg?v=1749027007"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/melissa-cheyney.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}