Lamaze International Explained

Lamaze International
Formation:1960
Founders:Elisabeth Bing
Marjorie Karmel
Type:Non-profit organization
Purpose:promoting the Lamaze technique of natural childbirth
Formerly:American Society for Psychoprophylaxis in Obstetrics (ASPO)

Lamaze International, formerly the American Society for Psychoprophylaxis in Obstetrics or ASPO, is an organization dedicated to promoting the Lamaze technique of natural childbirth.[1] It was co-founded in 1960 by Elisabeth Bing and Marjorie Karmel.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Book: David S. Kidder. Noah D. Oppenheim. Bruce K. Young, MD. The Intellectual Devotional Health: Revive Your Mind, Complete Your Education, and Digest a Daily Dose of Wellness Wisdom. registration. 13 October 2009. Rodale. 978-1-60529-330-1. 273.
  2. Web site: Elisabeth Bing, 'Mother of Lamaze,' Dies at 100. New York Times. 17 May 2015. 17 May 2015.