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A lovely aid in welcoming a child to the world, this is an inspiring and practical introduction for parents, health workers, policy makers, educators, spiritual students, and others to an integrated system of health care which includes body, emotions, mind, spirit, relationships, and environment. Invaluable for anyone interested in anything from holistic healthcare to the myths, legends, and child-rearing practices of the Tibetan people.
Synopsis:
Social psychologist Anne Hubbell and anthropologist Edie Farwell draw upon Tibetan texts and interviews with women, midwives, traditional doctors, and Buddhist scholars to cover all stages of the parenting process, from before conception to early childhood. Tibetans hold a viewpoint that can help parents and others integrate the sacred with the profane to release anxiety, reduce stress, and nurture more joyous, creative, resilient children. Photos.
Description:
Includes bibliographical references (p. 177-180) and index.
"Synopsis"
by Libri,
Social psychologist Anne Hubbell and anthropologist Edie Farwell draw upon Tibetan texts and interviews with women, midwives, traditional doctors, and Buddhist scholars to cover all stages of the parenting process, from before conception to early childhood. Tibetans hold a viewpoint that can help parents and others integrate the sacred with the profane to release anxiety, reduce stress, and nurture more joyous, creative, resilient children. Photos.
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