Caesarean Birth: Your Questions Answered

Quality information on caesarean birth is essential.

Around 40 per cent of Australian babies are born by caesarean section - now a common part of childbirth, whether planned ahead or done as an emergency when pregnancy or labour takes an unexpected turn.

This book, written by one of Australia's leading obstetricians, traces how perceptions of caesarean birth have changed, with the focus today on outcomes, informed consent, understanding obstetric trauma and the rising incidence of obesity, di...