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Birth & Parenting News: Epidural Facts & Fiction
A recent book by anesthesiologist Dr. Gilbert Grant, Epidural Without Guilt, Childbirth Without Pain, has hit a nerve with doulas, childbirth educators, and other informed birth advocates. For a balanced perspective on the topic, check out recent posts on the topic by Lamaze International’s Science and Sensibility blog. And be sure to also read, Henci Goer’s response to Dr. Grant’s book in her blog post, Straight Talk on Epidurals for Labor. Henci Goer has long been devoted to making evidence-based information related to childbearing practices visible to consumers. She is the author of The Thinking Woman’s Guide to a Better Birth and Obstetric Myths versus Research Realities.
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