The Christian Childbirth Handbook

Providing Christian expectant parents with the tools and information they need to plan for the arrival of their new baby. Applying Biblical principles to the process of giving birth while exploring the wide variety of options available to today's families allows parents to make the best decisions regardless of the circumstances surrounding their baby's birth.

Childbirth is a blessed event that allows you to partake in a miracle beyond description: the joy of sharing in the unfolding of God's creation. It's a time of joy and excitement, concern and questions. But most of all, it's an opportunity to increase your trust in God's ability to lead and protect you. As a Christian woman, you can rely completely on Him and His sovereignty--for He is the Creator and giver of life. It is with this understanding that Debra Evans approaches the topic of childbirth. In this unique book she combines the resources of the Bible, medicine, and her expert knowledge of the human body to provide you with a biblical perspective on contemporary childbirth methods. Within these pages you'll discover comprehensive, practical advice on topics such as: what to ask, take, and know planning your baby's birth day labor--what to expect and when preparing for lifestyle changes once you become a parent breastfeeding vs. bottle-feeding family nutrition You'll also find summaries of obstetric procedures and medications, as well as chapters intended just for Dad. This irreplaceable tool with its step-by-step guidance will help you make your child's birth a time of enjoyment, excitement, and praise as you draw nearer to the Lord through this wondrous event.

Christian Childbirth by Marianne Manley RN, CNM contains birth stories written by Christians for Christians and provides information related to childbearing and beyond from a Christian perspective. Christians are encouraged to trust God at this time. He that spared not his own Son, but delivered him up for us all, how shall he not with him also freely give us all things? . . . It is Christ that died, yea rather, that is risen again, who is even at the right hand of God, who also maketh intercession for us Romans 8:32-34 (KJV). An anthology of birth stories which depict various scenarios which may be encountered in natural childbirth follows a brief description of how Marianne became a Christian midwife. The many true stories and photos will give the reader a glimpse into the thoughts and challenges the mothers faced and how they overcame them and succeeded in a natural delivery. In the handbook section, Marianne shares what she does as a midwife. She provides information on early pregnancy, priorities, time management, warning signs, common discomforts, praying for loved ones, diet tips, recipes, exercise, sex during pregnancy, labor and birth advice, pain management, supplies needed, pros and cons of water birth, cord management, what to do when the water breaks before labor, and emergency childbirth instruction for husbands. Post-delivery information include how to avoid hemorrhaging after the birth, the Ten Commandments for the postpartum mother, getting rid of belly fat, breast feeding, the circumcision decision, and newborn care. There are also guidelines for feeding on Gods Word, loving our husbands and children, being a godly wife and mother, homeschooling with a new baby, child training tips, speaking gently, avoiding gossip, and much more. Christian Childbirth is a great resource for midwives, doulas, or personal maternity care especially for those desiring a Christ-centered birth.

Everything you need to know about pregnancy--from weight gain to stretch marks to figuring out how to rely on Christ through the ups and downs of the next nine months. This comprehensive guide is packed with information that every newly pregnant Christian mama needs--including: help for pregnancy insomnia, morning sickness, weight gain and more advice on how to maintain a godly attitude and outlook during pregnancy--even when you're feeling anything but godly what to expect from doctor check-ups, your encounters with the scale and labor and delivery tips on how to survive food cravings, aversions, and even dreaded pregnancy exercise healthy eating advice for pregnancy that doesn't outright ban ice cream sundaes ideas on how to keep your marriage a priority when you're pregnant, including a guide for Christian dads-to-be and even pregnancy sex tips This detailed guide takes you through each trimester with helpful tips, humorous accounts, and supportive spiritual advice--all with a girlfriend-to-girlfriend approach that will help moms feel comfortable as they navigate this life-changing time.

Shows parents how to establish a faithful Christian culture in their homes and offers parents a guide to raising children using biblical principles.