Spring 1997 Theme:  Miscarriage & Infertility Miscarriage and infertility, supporting mothers who miscarry, processing grief and healing, recurrent spontaneous abortion, homebirth after infertility and all the emotions of loss are addressed in Issue 41. It’s a must if you have experienced loss or need to help someone who has. Additionally, you can read articles on… Read more…. Issue 41

Winter 1996 Theme: Nutrition Good nutrition is the single most important building block for a healthy pregnancy and a strong, healthy baby. Issue 40 interviews Dr. Tom Brewer, whose undying campaign to nourish pregnant women has saved tens of thousands from toxemia. Dr. Michel Odent shares his wisdom on nutrition and health. Eating disorders during pregnancy,… Read more…. Issue 40

Autumn 1996 Theme: Multiple Births Pregnancy with twins—or more!—doesn’t mean a woman has to have a hospital birth. Numerous stories by midwives and mothers in Issue 39 tell you why. Henci Goer, author of two books on medical interventions in birth, takes a critical look at ultrasound and finds it coming up seriously short. Molar pregnancy,… Read more…. Issue 39

Summer 1996 Theme: Postmaturity How long is too long? Wise birth practitioners know time tables are arbitrary, says midwife and author Gail Hart. Read about postmaturity in Issue 38 and draw your own conclusions. A mini-theme on transporting to the hospital from home or birth center explores some of the scenarios various birth practitioners have… Read more…. Issue 38

Spring 1996 The Threat of Technology Buy This Issue Vaginal ultrasound: Diagnostic aid or tool of abuse—Marion Toepke McLean, CNM This test has its advantages, but must be used with prudence. Urban guerrilla midwives—Sharon Merecki, CNM, and Miday Belden, CNM “The daily realities of midwifing in a large tertiary care center challenge us….” No heroics,… Read more…. Issue 37

Winter 1995 Theme: Prematurity Buy This Issue On the Cover Precious essences—Marie Miczak Essential oils for labor and birth. Posterior Labor: A Pain in the Back—Valerie El Halta Ways to correct the condition with minimal intervention. Making a difference—Betty E. Walter An at-home mom is the most central role model in her child’s life. The… Read more…. Issue 36

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Summer 1995 Theme: Third/Fourth Stage Both the third stage of labor (the grand finale to birth) and the fourth stage (postpartum) are given a close look, from engaging birth stories to postpartum depression. You’ll also be able to read about hemorrhage, Chinese medicine and more. Add to that Part 1 of an extensive article on… Read more…. Issue 34

Spring 1995 Midwifery Today Issue 33[/caption]Theme:  Second Stage The last minutes before parenthood: second stage of labor! Issue 33 looks at the power of words, medicalization of second stage, choice of positions, how birth is experienced by women who have been adopted, and how to see second stage as a time of truth and trust.… Read more…. Issue 33

Winter 1994 Theme: Global Future Issue 32 takes you around the world to such countries as Japan, Central African Republic, Australia and Russia and gives them a first-hand look at birthing practices in other cultures. And one author reminds us that by breastfeeding, we join all women everywhere to assure the human race will survive. A… Read more…. Issue 32

Autumn 1994 Theme: First Stage First stage of labor, from such topics as premature rupture of membranes through the unfolding of labor: Issue 31 takes the reader to transition by offering a lot of information and perspectives. To eat or not to eat during labor: This ever-popular question is examined closely by two top authorities,… Read more…. Issue 31

Summer 1994 Theme: Ethics What do ethics have to do with birth? Plenty! Practitioners are confronted by ethical decisions and dilemmas all the time. Read what several authors have to say about it in Issue 30. The benefits of healing massage, a father’s birth story, and a beautifully told narrative about midwifery in rural Alaska… Read more…. Issue 30