Are Traditional Chinese Medicine Theories of Normal Delivery Supported by Evidencebased Medicine?
by Zhang Hongyu Traditional Chinese Medicine is a summary of ancient practice experiences, rather than the results of randomized controlled trials. This article uses evidence from modern scientific knowledge to determine whether TCM theories of normal delivery are well-supported by evidence-based medicine. • Every Midwife for Herself? by Christine Fiscer In this essay, the author explores the division between midwives over the question of whether or not midwives should be licensed. This division, she asserts, is hurting the profession. • Brought to Earth by Birth Photo Spread, by Harriette Hartigan Photo spread featuring selected images from Harriette Hartigan’s book Brought to Earth by Birth, published by Motherbaby Press. • The Birth Dance, by Denise Thompson This short, sweet piece describes the interaction between father-to-be and laboring mother at a Ukrainian homebirth. This piece is one of four articles in this issue describing different aspects of birth in Ukraine. • What I Hav
