Begins by contrasting today’s birth experience with that of 30 years ago. Describes family sensitive birth practices and initial interactions between parents and newborn. Discusses the physical care of the neonate immediately after birth. Describes common characteristics of the neonate including fontanelles and innate reflexes.
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ACMI Identifier
304463
Language
English
Subject categories
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Birth, Hour of
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Childbirth
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Birth, Hour of
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
VHS; Access Print (Section 1)