Chapter 3 Overview

Chapter 3: Birth and the Newborn

Chapter Objectives

After this chapter, you should be able to:

• Compare and contrast different methods of childbirth preparation.
• Describe the stages of vaginal delivery.
• Explain why induction or Cesarean section may be necessary.
• Differentiate the common procedures for assessing the condition of the newborn.

Examine problems newborns experience before, during, and after birth