The proper breathing technique contributes to a good labor experience. This helpful video instructs the practitioner in assisting a patient with Lamaze breathing during child delivery. Controlled breathing techniques for relaxation and pain management are carefully presented and explained for each phase of labor. A Lamaze class is shown and compared with the use of Lamaze techniques in a real-life delivery so the viewer can better bridge the gap between learning and application of skill. Nursing students, medical students and others -- especially future patients-- will all benefit from this worthwhile presentation.

Replaces older version. Freddi Vangemert, RN, MSN & Barbara Fatzinger,RN,BSN.