“For all those committed to supporting birthing people, Simkin’s Labor Progress Handbook is a scientifically grounded and eminently practical resource. At a time of renewed public attention to addressing birth equity across the globe, the authors provide indispensable wisdom to ensure women and families receive the care they deserve.”

Dr Neel Shah, MD, MPP, Assistant Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Biology at Harvard Medical School and an obstetrician-gynecologist at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Centre.

Lisa Hanson PhD, CNM, FACNM, FAAN is Klein Professor and Associate Director of the Marquette University College of Nursing, Midwifery Program, Milwaukee, WI, USA. She practiced as a midwife for 30 years in Milwaukee, WI, USA. Lisa is an active midwifery researcher who has authored numerous scientific articles.

Emily Malloy PhD, CNM is a nurse-midwife in full scope midwifery practice and a midwife researcher who conducts clinical research in Milwaukee, WI, USA. She is a participating faculty at Marquette University College of Nursing, Midwifery program.

Penny Simkin BA, PT, CCE, CD(DONA) is a physical therapist who has specialized in childbirth education and labor support since 1968. She estimates she has prepared over 15,000 pregnant people, couples, and siblings for childbirth, and assisted hundreds as a doula. She is author of several books for both parents and professionals.

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