Natural Families Healthy Homes

Natural Families- Healthy Homes A greener way of finding health The connection between a healthy environment and personal health is clear, and people are searching for ways to "go green". If you are looking for practical, common sense information to incorporate eco-friendly practices into your everyday life, this is the book for you. Natural Families - Healthy Homes provides you with not only the concerns about many toxic chemicals, but gives you easy, healthy alternatives for everything from cleaning the house and grooming the lawn to healthier foods and chemical-free personal care products. Wondering how to get started on a greener way of life? Begin with the chemical inventory at the back of the book. Then tape the plan, also at the back of the book, to your energy efficient refrigerator. Start by making the changes, using the recipes included in every chapter, to your daily routine and make it a family activity. A small commitment to incorporating these simple, inexpensive ideas can make a rewarding difference in creating a healthier way of life for you, your family and Mother Earth. A must for families looking for a healthier way of life! Connie Livingston, RN, President, Perinatal Education Associates Donna presents down to earth help for a healthier environment. Yvonne Dunphe, Cox Arboretum and Gardens

Growing Green Families gives you easy strategies for you to "go green" and provide a safer environment for your family. It includes numerous ways for you to reduce environment toxins in your home by making simple changes in the products you use. Master herbalist Donna Walls provides lists of safe products and many easy recipes to make your own using natural ingredients. Growing Green Families includes natural alternatives for personal care and housecleaning products, organic strategies for your yard, and how to shop for healthier food. When it comes to keeping your family healthy, every bit counts. Growing Green Families gives you the tools you need to make that first step towards a healthier lifestyle. "A must for families looking for a healthier way of life." Connie Livingston, RN, President, Perinatal Education Associates, author, Innovative Teaching for Birth Professionals and Creating and Marketing your Birth-Related Business "Donna presents down-to-earth help for a healthier environment." Yvonne Dunphey, Cox Arboretum and Gardens

Clinical Practice Guidelines for Midwifery & Women's Health, Fifth Edition is an accessible and easy-to-use quick reference guide for midwives and women’s healthcare providers. Completely updated and revised to reflect the changing clinical environment, it offers current evidence-based practice, updated approaches, and opportunities for midwifery leadership in every practice setting. Also included are integrative, alternative, and complementary therapies. The Fifth Edition examines the transition to the use of ICD-10 codes, women’s health policy and advocacy, risk assessment and decision-making in practice, and inspiring trust in midwifery care. New clinical practice guidelines include health promotion and primary care practice, such as promoting restorative sleep, optimizing oral health, promoting a healthy weight, and caring for the woman with a substance abuse disorder.

Important Notice: The digital edition of this book is missing some of the images or content found in the physical edition. Clinical Practice Guidelines for Midwifery & Women's Health, Fourth Edition is a trusted quick reference guide to midwifery and well woman care. Completely updated and revised, this new edition reflects the rapidly changing clinical environment. It addresses documentation and risk management to aid in decision-making and appropriate document care. Convenient and easy-to-use, this new edition encompasses traditional, empirical, and evidence-based practice to meet the needs of a broad range of new and experienced practitioners and patients. * Meets the recommendations of the American College of Nurse–Midwives (ACNM) and the Midwives Alliance of North America (MANA) for written policies and/or practice guidelines * Reflects current and emerging midwifery and women’s health practice * Provides support and guidance for daily clinical decision making

Houses have always been one of the centerpieces of American life. Houses are the places where parents raise their children, where family reunions take place, and where people live, work, and play. Americans have always realized that healthy houses can lead to healthier lives. Many of the extraordinary improvements in health that were achieved in the 20th century resulted from improvements in the Nation's homes. Although poorly maintained homes increases the risk for injury and illness, unhealthy and unsafe housing continues to affect the health of millions of people of all income levels, geographic areas, and walks of life in the United States. The Call to Action describes the steps people can take now to protect themselves from disease, disability and injury that may result from health hazards in their houses. These steps have been scientifically proven to reduce health problems that cause or contribute to disease and injuries. And, improving literacy about healthy homes and teaching people about the steps they can take to change unhealthy and unsafe behaviors at home will lead to better health for all Americans. This Call to Action also outlines the next steps of a society-wide, comprehensive and coordinated approach to healthy homes that will result in the greatest possible public health impact and reduce disparities in the availability of healthy, safe, affordable, accessible, and environmentally friendly homes.

Request a FREE 30-day online trial to this title at www.sagepub.com/freetrial What is unique about the process in the discussion of healthcare and interventions to use when working with families? What assessment tools provide guidance for healthcare providers as they determine interventions for families in their care? What are the changing dimensions of contemporary family life, and what impact do those dimensions have on health promotion for families? How is family healthcare changing in terms of practices, delivery systems, costs and insurance coverage? Students are able to explore these questions and more in the Encyclopedia of Family Health. Approximately 350 signed articles written by experts from such varied fields as health and nursing, social and behavioral sciences, and policy provide authoritative, cross-disciplinary coverage. Entries examine theory, research and policy as they relate to family practice in a manner that is accessible and jargon-free. From 'Adolescent Suicide' and 'Alternative Therapies' to 'Visitation during Hospitalization' and 'Weight Problems and Genetics', this work provides coverage of a variety of issues within a family context. The Encyclopedia of Family Health provides a comprehensive summary of theory, research, practice, and policy on family health and wellness promotion for students and researchers.