This is one of the most comprehensive books on childbirth available to birthing professionals. It is "one-stop shopping" for the knowledge and skills that can be used to provide support during the entire birthing process. There are tips, tricks, and information that can be used for a wide variety of women with differing plans for their birth in any setting. Nurturing Touch at Birth not only teaches how to provide support for a woman giving birth, but provides encouragement and strength to birthing professionals. You don't only get the "how-to's" with this book, you get the "what's" and the "how-comes" as well! It takes the whole spectrum of care for a woman during labor and birth and turns it into a rainbow!