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Circumcision

Kenneth S. Lipman

4h10min30

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334 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 4h10min.
Winner of the Independent Publisher (IPPY) Book Award Gold Medal for health and medicineWinner of the Firebird Book Award for medical nonfictionNominated for the prestigious Montaigne Medal science awardFinalist for the Eric Hoffer Book Award Grand PrizeFinalist for the First Horizon AwardEvery year, millions of baby boys are circumcised, either for purported health benefits, or for religious reasons. This book provides a comprehensive and clear explanation of the risks and rewards of that practice, which has significant effects on sexuality, psychology, and overall health.Drawing on 869 research references and firsthand accounts, Dr. Lipman sheds light on the disparity between traditional views and contemporary medical perspectives.Whether you're a parent contemplating the procedure for your child or an academic in search of an in-depth analysis, Circumcision provides a balanced and factual perspective on this widely performed yet increasingly debated surgery.In this groundbreaking, meticulously rendered book, you will learn:• Why circumcision does not improve a baby's health• Why circumcision does not reduce the incidence of AIDS or urinary tract infections, as is often claimed• The deep financial incentives behind the six billion-dollar circumcision industry• That the pain of circumcision is equivalent to torture, and why anesthesia is rarely used• Circumcision's significant physical and mental health risks, including death• Why both men and women enjoy sex more if the man is uncircumcised• That adherents to Judaism or Islam may not be required to ritually circumcise their child, as is often thought• The history of circumcision• The ethics and legality of circumcision• Why America is the only country in the world with a high rate of medical circumcision
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Final Approach

Jonathan Knaul PhD CD

9h03min45

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725 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 9h4min.
Balancing Life and Caregiving with Love, Loss, and Resilience in a Moving MemoirIn the blink of an eye, Jonathan Knaul’s world shifted from high-stakes military test flights to the intricate dance of caring for his aging mother with dementia.Faced with navigating his mother’s health decline while honoring her fierce independence, Jonathan found himself unprepared for the emotional and practical challenges ahead. As a decorated military test pilot, he was accustomed to split-second decisions, but caregiving demanded a different kind of courage and skill set.Final Approach is more than a caregiving memoir—it’s a holistic guide taking readers from World War II history to end-of-life care to posthumous administration. Revealing intimate family stories from escaping Holocaust concentration camps to finding refuge in Canada, Jonathan expertly intertwines three generations’ hard-won lessons with career crossroads he faced to become a caregiver for his mother. Told through vivid storytelling with a keen eye on the realities of caregiving for loved ones, Final Approach arms readers with the knowledge and strategies you need to provide compassionate, effective care for your loved ones.When you’re thrust into the role of a caregiver, balancing your own life with the needs of an ailing loved one can feel overwhelmingly impossible. Final Approach is an essential read for anyone facing the responsibility of caring for aging loved ones. This heartfelt and candid read will guide you through the turbulent skies of caregiving with compassion, rich stories, and practical advice. Read Final Approach and find the support and solutions you need to care for your loved ones.
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Pregnancy Guide for Dads

Brad Wells

3h12min00

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256 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 3h12min.
Confidently embrace and master your new role as a dad with this practical and comprehensive guide for first-time fathersStarting a family is no small feat. Everyone knows a new addition to the family can and will change everything you know. So, if you want to be the best partner and dad you can be for your family, you’re in the right place...Buckle your seatbelt and prepare for the ride of your life with this practical first-time fatherhood guide, as you discover:+ The CRAFT-y way to overcome challenges and obstacles you and your partner will face before, during, and after pregnancy+ A glimpse into parenthood and why you and your partner should take the time to sit down and understand what it means to be a parent+ Why recognizing and being aware of pregnancy symptoms and complications can lessen risks and ensure your partner’s safety+ A week-by-week take on how your baby develops in your partner’s womb and the physical and emotional changes your partner will experience+ What you need to know about pregnancy and how to support your partner in every stage+ Step-by-step instructions on how to swaddle, feed, and bond with your newborn baby and help your partner recover after giving birth+ Why you need a self-care routine now more than ever and how to carve out time+ 50+ practical tips, useful hacks, and priceless advice from married and co-parenting dadsAnd so much more! This insightful and helpful guide provides the tools and information to understand and discover how to support and care for your partner and newborn baby and embrace your new role as a dad.Shake off your worries and confidently ease into fatherhood today.PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available along with the audio.
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