Birthsong Midwifery Workbook 7th Edition
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What’s New in the 7th Edition
- Completely updated chapters with expanded clinical content
- New sections with clinical tips and traditional cultural practices
- Hundreds of new study questions, tables, and quick-reference guides
- Updated illustrations for anatomy, physiology, and skills
- Revised herbal safety guidelines and expanded herbal section
- New material in health promotion and social support
Table of Contents
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Chapter One – Midwifery Yesterday & Today
- Why Midwifery?
- The History and Legacy of Midwifery
- The Rise of Formal Midwifery Education
- CNM and CPM Credentials
- ICM & Core Competencies
- Informed Consent & Shared Decision-Making
Chapter Two – Learning to Learn
- Adult Learning Principles
- Multiple Intelligences
- Spiral Method of Learning
- Competency-Based Education
Chapter Three – Terminology for Midwifery Practice
- Terminology for Midwives and Word Parts
- General and Midwifery Abbreviations
- Definitions of Pregnancy and Gestational Age Terms
- Anatomical Directions and Mnemonics
Chapter Four – Reproductive Anatomy & Physiology
- The Bony Pelvis and Pelvic Organs
- Uterus, Cervix, Vagina, Vulva, and Clitoris
- Muscles of the Perineum
- Uterine Tubes and Ovaries
- Hormonal Regulation of the Menstrual and Ovulation Cycle
Chapter Five – Foundations of Biology for Student Midwives
- Cell Structure and Function
- Stem Cells in Early Development
- The Human Microbiome
- Genetics for Midwives
Chapter Six – How Life Begins
- Conception and the Beginning of Pregnancy
- Decidua and Early Placental Development
- Amniotic Fluid, Umbilical Cord, and Fetal Circulation
- Fetal Development and Readiness for Labor
- Post-Term, Teratogens, and Critical Windows
- Fetal Sensory Development, Awareness, and Learning
Chapter Seven – Physiology of Pregnancy
- The Midwife’s Role in Normal Pregnancy
- Gestational Length and Estimated Due Date
- System Physiology Changes in Pregnancy
- Common Discomforts of Pregnancy
- Pregnancy Emotional Journey and Psychosocial Adaptation
- Sexuality During Pregnancy
Chapter Eight – Health Promotion for Midwives
- Health Promotion in Pregnancy
- Stress Management, Self-Care, and Body Image
- Healthy Relationships and Social Support
- Intimate Partner Violence Screening
- Lifestyle Safety and Environmental Exposures
- Nutrition in Pregnancy and Food Culture
- Prenatal Fitness and Exercise
- Herbs in Pregnancy, Labor, and Postpartum
- Supporting Breastfeeding and Infant Health
Chapter Nine – Infection, Immunity, & Midwifery Practice
- Pregnancy, Immunity, and Infection Prevention
- Blood Types and Rh Factor
- Common Infections in Pregnancy
- Microbiome and Infection Prevention
- Instrument Cleaning, Disinfection, and Sterilization
Chapter Ten – Prenatal Care
- The First Prenatal Visit
- Risk Assessment, Vital Signs, and Measurements
- Prenatal Laboratory Testing
- Physical Exam and Pelvimetry
- Prenatal Skills and Fetal Assessment
- Subsequent Prenatal Visits and Documentation
Chapter Eleven – Labor and Birth
- Mechanics of Normal Labor and the Four Ps
- Mechanism and Physiology of Labor
- Stages and Length of Labor
- When to Consider Induction
- First Stage Care and Monitoring Fetal Well-Being
- Second Stage Care, Delivery Steps, and Immediate Newborn Care
- Third Stage Management
Chapter Twelve – Placenta & Postpartum
- Structure and Function of the Placenta
- The Third Stage of Labor
- Cord Blood Collection and Banking
- Postpartum Physiology
- Perineal and Genital Care
- Breast Changes and Lactation
- Postpartum Discomforts and Comfort Measures
- Emotional Health and Perinatal Mood Disorders
- Postpartum Assessment and Follow-Up Visits
Chapter Thirteen – Midwifery Care of the Newborn
- Immediate Care of the Newborn
- Step-by-Step Observation and Assessment
- The Newborn Examination
- Gestational Age and Neuromuscular Assessment
- Newborn Screenings and Procedures
- Weight, Feeding, and Jaundice
- Parent Education and Discharge Planning
Chapter Fourteen – Breastfeeding Physiology & Practice
- Midwifery Support of Breastfeeding
- Anatomy and Physiology of Lactation
- Positioning, Latch, and Milk Transfer
- Breastfeeding Challenges and Management
- Pumping, Hand Expression, Storage, and Returning to Work
- Weaning, Extended Breastfeeding, and Cultural Considerations
About the Authors
Daphne Singingtree is an educator in plant medicine, midwifery, and emergency preparedness with over fifty years of teaching experience. She attended her first birth in 1974, later practicing as a homebirth and birth center midwife until 2002. She helped establish the Midwifery Education and Accreditation Council (MEAC), help write Oregon’s first direct-entry midwifery licensing law, and served on the Oregon State Board of Direct Entry Midwifery and the Education Committee of the Midwives Alliance of North America.
Daphne founded the Birthsong School of Midwifery, the Oregon School of Midwifery, and Aviva Institute, and is the author of numerous midwifery publications including The Emergency Guide to Obstetric Complications and Training Midwives: A Guide for Preceptors. She is also the author of the speculative-fiction series Circle for the Earth.
Dana Moore, BSM, CPM, LM is a licensed midwife, educator, and writer with nearly twenty years of experience in homebirth, birth center, and community-based perinatal care. She comes from a lineage of midwives and continues the work of her great-grandmother, who served families in Logan County, West Virginia, for more than forty years.
Dana is committed to compassionate, evidence-informed midwifery and to creating learning environments where student midwives grow with confidence and clarity. As a clinical instructor and curriculum developer, she focuses on trauma-informed teaching, practical skills, and inclusive perinatal care.
Bulk Orders for Schools and Study Groups
Midwifery schools, preceptors, and study groups are welcome to place bulk orders directly through
the publisher.
- 10+ copies: 20% discount
- 25+ copies: additional discounts available upon request
Bulk orders are invoiced directly and shipped together. Please contact us before placing an order
so we can confirm pricing and shipping.
Contact: Eagletree Press
Or email Daphne directly:
daphnesingingtree@gmail.com
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